May 2023 District 3 Newsletter

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Placer County District 3 Newsletter

May 2023

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Greetings from District 3

We have had more than our share of wind and rain during the last several weeks and now that we have some warmer sunny days the green grasses are growing rapidly.

The wind has brought down tree limbs and branches that need to be disposed of before everything dries out, which brings me to one of the Placer County Resource Conservation District’s most enduring successes, the Placer County Chipper Program. The program has been in operation for more than 10 years and incentivizes landowners to achieve defensible space and reduce the overall threat of wildfire in the community.

In March 2020, challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic forced a suspension of the program. In response, the District restructured by hiring employees instead of utilizing contracted labor and inmate crews. By October 2020, the program resumed and now actively serves residential neighborhoods across the county. In 2021/2022, the Chipper Program increased residential services with financial support from Placer County and CAL FIRE. Additional crews provided by Placer County Probation Department’s Alternative Sentencing Program are drastically reducing wait times.

I want to thank Placer County Resource Conservation District Executive Director Sarah Jones and her Board of Directors for their leadership in providing these enhanced services to Placer County residents.

Please contact the Placer County Resource Conservation District at: (530) 390-6680 for more information.

Warm Regards,

Supervisor Jim Holmes

New Plaques honoring World War II-era Japanese Americans dedication

442nd Sup Holmes Gore CEO Jane

The Placer Chapter of the Japanese Americans Citizens League and Grand Parlor of the Native Sons of the Golden West held a dedication ceremony for two new plaques honoring World War II-era Japanese Americans on April 29th at the 442nd Regiment memorial in Roseville. 

Board of Supervisors 2023 Chair Jim Holmes spoke at the event. Also in attendance was Supervisor Bonnie Gore & Jane Christensen, CEO.
442nd Plaque Dedication w PCSO

The Placer JACL plaque features a likeness of President Ronald Reagan (sculpted by noted artist and one of our very own local; Douglas Van Howd) along with two historic quotes. The Native Sons plaque acknowledges changes in the group's values from its origins to current times. It is dedicated in memory of E. Ken Tokutomi, a leader in Placer JACL and in the Auburn Parlor of the Native Sons. 
Broadband comes to PC Rural Areas

Placer Supervisors approve funding for more broadband services in rural areas

The Placer County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved funding to bring more broadband services to rural areas. The move continues Placer's commitment to helping ensure that all residents in Placer County have access to essential internet services.  Learn more...

Planning Commission votes to recommend Project 8 Winery application

Project 8 Winery Final EIR

The Placer County Planning Commission has moved the application for the Project 8 Winery forward to the Board of Supervisors with a recommendation of approval.  Learn more...

Shop local and find unique deals this Small Business Week / April 30 to May 6

Small Business Week

Did you know 82% of Placer County businesses have less than 25 employees? No matter their size, these fine retailers, farmers, craftspeople  and entrepreneurs produce unique treasures  and gifts.  They offer exceptional service and one-of-a-kind insight to their customers. Plus, their tx contributions go to work right here in our community.  Learn More...

Board of Supervisors approve Creekview Ranch development

PC Seal

The Placer County Board of Supervisors took action on Tuesday, April 18 to approve a suite of entitlements for the development of Creekview Ranch, a 597 single-family residential development on 185.6 acres in the Dry Creek-West Placer Community Plan area.  Learn more...

Placer Launches #Placer4MentalHealth campaign in May for Mental Health Matters Month

Placer 4 Mental Health

Placer County and the local Campaign for Community Wellness are announcing the launch of the #Placer4MentalHealth campaign in May for Mental Health Matters Month.  Learn more...

Forgotten Soldier Program & CODE3 JIU-JITSU Proudly Present the Forget Me Not Fund Raising Dinner & Dancing Event Scheduled for June 24, 2023

Forget me Not

The Forgotten Soldier Program & CODE3 JIU-JITSU Proudly Present: "Forget Me Not". A fundraising event to benefit First Responders & Veterans. "Come join us for an evening of music with CTRL-ALT-DEL Band, dancing & charity on Saturday, June 24 @ 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Armed Forces Pavilion & Community Garden, 995 Lincoln Way in Auburn.  To purchase tickets go to www.forgottensoldierprogram.com  Advanced tickets are $75 or $85 at the door.  

Request a ride from your phone with new GO South Placer mobile app

Go South Placer app

Placer County Transit has launched the GO South Placer mobile app, which allows customers to request on-demand trips with both Placer County Transit and Roseville Transit via the phones.  Learn more...

Placer Alert

If you have not yet done so, take a moment to sign up for PlacerAlert. Placer Alert notifies residents about emergency events and other important public safety information via phone call, text or email. Please help us to help you by signing up to receive these important alerts. 

PLACER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Learn more about the Board of Supervisors, including information on upcoming Board of Supervisors meetings.

Learn more about Supervisor Jim Holmes. 

MAC MEETINGS

District 3 Municipal Advisory Councils (MACs)

North Auburn MAC
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
6:00 p.m.

Newcastle/Ophir MAC
Monday, May 15, 2023
6:00 p.m.
(Note Earlier Start Time)

Horseshoe Bar/Penryn MAC
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
6:00 p.m.

Please check our online MAC meeting calendar or contact the Board of Supervisors Office at (530) 889-4010 for updated information on  meetings.

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