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September is National Preparedness Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that can happen at any time.
This year’s theme, “Take Control in 1, 2, 3,” focuses on preparing older adults for disasters, specifically older adults from communities that are disproportionately impacted by natural hazards.
Our ReadyPlacer website and dashboard offer Placer County residents and visitors critical information and resources to be prepared for when disasters strikes.
And stay informed about fire safe council activities, wildfire preparedness, workshops, special events and more. Subscribe to the Fire Safe Councils of Placer County newsletter. Read the latest newsletter and subscribe today! Learn more
How else can you be prepared for when disaster strikes?
🚨 Sign up for the Placer Alert emergency notification system here.
🎒 Prepare a ‘go kit’ for evacuations. Learn how
🐶 Have a plan to keep your pets safe during disasters, too. Watch video
✋ Get involved with your local fire safe council or Firewise community. Start today
💲 Minimize the financial impacts of a disaster by planning ahead. Learn more
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Transportation
Caltrans has begun work on Interstate 80 emergency pavement repairs in the Sierra, with work as far west as Colfax set to begin Sept. 11. Once all repairs are underway motorists may experience a maximum delay of up to two hours. Learn more
Public health
Placer County Public Health is encouraging residents to take advantage of new and updated vaccine and antibody options for COVID-19, flu and RSV through their regular health provider in order to stay healthier this fall season. Learn more
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Roads
The Placer County roads division is analyzing damage and repair options for a sinkhole over Doty Ravine on Garden Bar Road in rural Lincoln. Motorists in the area will be met with detour signs for the foreseeable future. Watch video
Shelter pets
Do you love dogs, but can’t have your own? Take a shelter dog on a field trip! Placer County Animal Services is excited to introduce the new "Doggy Day Out" program. Day-long adventures can include a wide range of activities. Learn more
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 Whether it’s representing your community or sharing your expertise on topics like agriculture or parks, there are always opportunities for you to help advise county leaders on the issues that matter to you most. Recruitment is open now to fill seats on the following committees or commissions, among others. Learn more and apply
Current recruitments include:
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Upcoming public meetings and events
 Foresthill Forum, Sept. 11, 7 p.m. Information
Board of Supervisors meeting, Sept. 12, 9 a.m. Information
Forest Futures Salon: Woody Biomass Utilization for Healthier Forests, Sept. 12, 4 p.m. Information
North Auburn Municipal Advisory Council meeting Sept. 12, 6 p.m. Information
North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council meeting, Sept. 12, 6 p.m. Information
CANCELED - Placer County Planning Commission meeting, Sept. 14
To learn about other Placer County committees and commissions and current opportunities to serve your community click here.
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
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