This week, Placer County announced the launch of the state’s first official fentanyl probation educational program and impact panel! This program stems from Assembly Bill 890, which was authored by Assemblyman Joe Patterson and sponsored by the Placer County District Attorney's Office.
This innovative initiative, created in partnership with local agencies and Stanford Medicine-Reach Lab, is designed to educate individuals convicted of fentanyl-related offenses, much like MADD programs for drunk driving. The program includes educational materials on fentanyl’s dangers, overdose prevention, and its impact on communities. Additionally, participants will hear from an impact panel featuring those affected by fentanyl, including survivors and family members of victims.
Thank you to our amazing DA's office, Assemblyman Patterson, and all those who work tirelessly to honor those lost and save lives in the future! You can learn more about the program here.

As a member of the Western Placer Waste Management Authority board, I’m excited to share that on February 13th, we approved the sale of 50 acres to Sierra College for the creation of a Regional Public Safety Training Center in Placer County!
Placer County has seen steady population growth in recent years, and with that comes an increased demand for well-trained public safety professionals to keep our communities safe.
Historically, local agencies have had to send recruits out of the area for training or rely on limited local resources, which can strain budgets and complicate logistics. A facility like this, right here in our backyard, will not only streamline training but also ensure our first responders are equipped with the skills and knowledge tailored to the unique challenges of our region—think wildfires, rural policing, and emergency response in our diverse terrain.
The new center could feature an emergency driving course, a training tower, a simulated tactical village, training props, shooting ranges, indoor training spaces, and a large paved area for maneuvers, like a grind pad. It will also include classrooms to support both fire and police academies, offering hands-on and academic training under one roof.
This is an investment in the people who protect us, showing them that Placer County values their service and wants to set them up for success!
More to come on this exciting project!

PCWA Water Supply Update

PG&E has begun the second phase of repairs at Lake Spaulding Powerhouse #1, with work expected to continue through early August. Like last year, this will temporarily halt water deliveries into Rollins Reservoir, a major source of water for PCWA. The ability to maintain adequate water levels in Rollins will depend on precipitation, snowpack, and conservation efforts.

Why This Matters for Lincoln The City of Lincoln relies on PCWA for most of its water supply. As we manage these temporary reductions, PCWA is taking proactive steps to ensure continued reliable service, including to the City of Lincoln. Last year, the City increased its groundwater pumping to help alleviate the pressure on the surface water system, and this year we may need to ask that again.

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The Placer County Planning Department is excited to invite you to participate in the upcoming Placer 2050 General Plan Update community visioning workshops!

We will be hosting a series of in-person open houses and virtual workshops to gather input on key topics such as natural resource preservation, workforce housing, wildfire protection, and traffic management. Your insights are invaluable in shaping the policies that will guide our county for decades to come.

How to Get Involved:

🔹 Attend an In-Person Open House

• Feb 27 – Martha Riley Library, Roseville (6-8 PM)
• Mar 4 – Placer County Health & Human Services, Auburn (6-8 PM)
• Mar 13 – Maidu Community Center, Roseville (6-8 PM)
• Apr 2 – Lincoln Library, Willow Room (6-8 PM)
• Apr 30 – North Tahoe Event Center, Kings Beach (5-7:30 PM)

🔹 Join a Virtual Workshop

• Feb 26 (6-8 PM)
• Apr 5 (10 AM - 12 PM)

🔹 Share Your Input Online

Can’t make it to an event? Provide feedback online anytime through April 30, 2025. Visit www.Placer2050.com for details.

Request a Meeting

If you’d like to schedule a meeting with Planning Staff to discuss the General Plan Update in more detail, please email 2050GPUpdate@placer.ca.gov with your request.

Thank you for being a part of this important process!

The grand jury is an investigative body made up of citizens authorized to act as a watchdog on local government, investigate citizen complaints and assist in criminal matters at the request of the district attorney. The grand jury consists of 19 jurors who serve a one-year term from July 1 to June 30.

The Placer County Superior Court will soon seek volunteers to serve on the 2025-26 grand jury. According to the Placer County Superior Court, individuals must be a Placer resident and able to attend meetings in Auburn, over the age of 18 and able to devote 40 to 50 hours of service per month.

The deadline to apply is May 2, visit Placer Grand Jury website to learn more: placer.courts.ca.gov/general-information/grand-jury. 

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