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The People are the Key to Placer's Greatness!
 March 1st 2026
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District 4 Residents & Friends
I recently joined the Granite Bay Friends of the Library as they presented a generous 15,000-dollar donation to the Granite Bay Library. This annual contribution supports programs, materials, and services that benefit residents of all ages.
The Granite Bay Library continues to serve as a hub for education, early literacy, research, and community gathering. The Friends of the Library play a critical role in enhancing these services through fundraising and volunteer support. I appreciate their continued commitment to strengthening this important community resource.
Public safety remains a top priority in District 4. In February, I lead the swearing-in of the new Fire Chief at South Placer Fire District, along with several new staff members joining the department.
February was also an opportunity to meet Placer’s new POP team. This team focuses on prevention, outreach, and community partnership. Their work supports fire safety education, preparedness, and direct engagement with residents before emergencies occur.
Later this month the Air Resources Board will host a town hall meeting to discuss residential burning days in Granite Bay.
If you have questions about rural burn day regulations, I encourage you to attend and participate.
March 18 at 5:30 PM Final location details will be shared soon. This is an opportunity to hear directly from state officials and provide input on policies that affect our daily lives.
I encourage residents to attend local meetings and stay informed about county initiatives. If you have questions or concerns, please contact my office at SupervisorJones@Placer.ca.gov. While we monitor social media, reaching out directly ensures a timely and accurate response.
Thank you for your continued engagement and for supporting the programs, services, and professionals that keep District 4 strong. I look forward to seeing many of you at upcoming meetings and community events.
Warm regards,
Suzanne Jones
Placer County Supervisor, District 4
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Last week, I had the honor of swearing in Fire Chief Darin Snedeker, Division Chief Donavon Gray, Deputy Chief Shawn Wolf, and Battalion Chief Ben Majewski to the South Placer Fire Department.
These leaders bring experience, professionalism, and a strong commitment to public safety. Their service reflects the dedication of the entire department, whose members stand ready each day to respond to emergencies, prepare for wildfire season, and support our community through prevention and education efforts.
We are grateful for their leadership and for every firefighter, paramedic, and staff member who serves Placer County with courage and integrity. Thank you for your continued commitment to keeping our residents safe.
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On January 31st, the Placer SPCA opened the doors to its new, state-of-the-art veterinary clinic which is a major investment in animal welfare across our county.
The new clinic expands access to high-quality, affordable veterinary care for pets and their families throughout Placer County. With modern medical equipment and expanded treatment capacity, the facility will support preventative care, spay and neuter services, urgent medical needs, and ongoing wellness programs. Increased capacity also helps reduce overcrowding in shelters by ensuring animals receive timely care and are ready for adoption sooner.
Beyond direct medical services, the clinic strengthens the SPCA’s ability to support low-income pet owners, promote responsible pet ownership, and keep more animals healthy and in loving homes. This addition represents an important step forward in protecting animal health, supporting families, and enhancing the overall well-being of our community.
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I am pleased to announce the promotion of Ryan Woessner to Deputy Chief of Operations of the Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit and Placer County Fire Department effective March 1st, 2026.
Chief Woessner began his CAL FIRE career in 1998 as a Firefighter I at the Truckee Fire Station in the Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit where he later promoted to Fire Apparatus Engineer in 2003. He later transferred to Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit where he was promoted to Fire Captain in 2009. In 2011, he transferred to the Fire Prevention Bureau serving in the Napa County Fire Marshal’s Office.
In 2015, he returned to the Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit as a Fire Captain at Foresthill Station 11. He then transferred to the Placer County Fire Department Fire Marshal’s Office and served as Deputy Fire Marshal.
In 2019, he was promoted to Battalion Chief in the Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit/Placer County Fire Department, West Division, Lincoln Battalion. In 2021, he returned to the Fire Marhal’s Office as a Battalion Chief and served as the first Placer County Fire Marshal.
In 2023, he was promoted to Assistant Chief serving in the Placer County Office of Emergency Management and Community Risk Reduction Division. As Assistant Chief, he had oversight of the Fire Marshal’s Office, Deputy Fire Marshal’s, Hazardous Materials Response Team, inter-agency training, and served as Operational Area Coordinator for Placer County.
Throughout his career, Chief Woessner has had the opportunity to build a foundation in operations, emergency management, interagency collaboration, and cooperative fire protection. He has actively supported initiatives including the Wildfire and Forest Resiliency Taskforce, Community Wildfire Protection Planning Committee. He also serves as Liaison Officer for CAL FIRE Incident Management Team 2.
Chief Woessner holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Department Administration with a concentration in community Risk Reduction and an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science.
Please join me in congratulating Chief Woessner,
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Meet Our Problem Oriented Policing (POP) Team
 In February, our District 4 office met with the Placer County Sheriff's Office Problem Oriented Policing (POP) Team to learn more about their work and how we can collaborate to better serve our residents.
The POP Team focuses on improving public safety and community well-being through a proactive, problem-oriented approach. Rather than simply responding to calls for service, the team works to identify root causes of ongoing issues and develop practical, long-term solutions. Their strategy blends community-oriented and problem-oriented policing to ensure concerns are addressed thoughtfully and effectively.
The team provides law enforcement services throughout the unincorporated areas of Placer County, from the Sacramento County line to the Nevada state line at Lake Tahoe and also provides contract services to the City of Colfax and the Town of Loomis.
We appreciate their commitment to enhancing quality of life across our county and look forward to continued partnership in supporting safe and thriving communities.
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The Placer Job Network is a free, regionally focused job board designed to connect employers located in Placer County with local job seekers. We created this platform in response to feedback from both businesses and job seekers who were looking for one central, trustworthy place to find and promote job opportunities within the County.
For Job Seekers:
- Features jobs located exclusively within Placer County
- Allows users to sign up for customized job alerts
- Employers are vetted before receiving posting access to help keep listings legitimate and current
- Includes daily refreshed listings from top regional employers and public agencies (Sutter, Kaiser, Adventist Health, Bosch, Starbucks, Thundery Valley Casino Resort, PRIDE Industries, William Jessup University, Sierra College, all local school districts via EDJOIN, City of Roseville, City of Auburn, City of Loomis, City of Lincoln, and City of Rocklin). The board also encourages job seekers to explore open County positions.
For Employers:
- Free job postings for businesses physically located in Placer County
- Simple posting process only requiring some basic information and a link to their application page
- Manual postings expire after 90 days to keep the site up to date
By focusing only on jobs within Placer County, the platform helps support workforce retention, connect local talent with local opportunity, and strengthen our regional economy. It also provides helpful data insights into employer demand and job seeker interest that can inform future workforce development strategies and programming. Learn More
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Recently, I had the opportunity to meet with the new executive leadership team at CASA and learn more about the direction and vision guiding their work. It was encouraging to see a focused, mission-driven group committed to strengthening advocacy for children navigating the foster care system.
Being a Court Appointed Special Advocate, or CASA, means stepping into a child’s world with empathy, patience, and consistency. CASAs are trained volunteers who form meaningful one-on-one relationships with a child and serve as a steady, trusted presence during uncertain times. They monitor the child’s care and progress, provide child-focused recommendations to the court, and advocate for the child’s best interests in the courtroom, classroom, and home environment.
CASA offers comprehensive training, professional staff support, and an engaged community of volunteers who believe every child deserves stability and a voice. If you are at least 21 years old, have reliable transportation, and can complete a background check and references, you can make a measurable difference.
To learn more or book an information session, visit casaconnects.org or email volunteer@casaconnects.org.
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Friends of the Library
Last month, I had the pleasure of attending a meaningful moment for our community: the presentation of a $15,000 donation from the Friends of the Granite Bay Library to the Granite Bay Library. This generous contribution reflects the deep commitment our residents have to literacy, lifelong learning, and accessible public resources.
Our library is more than a building filled with books; it is a hub for connection, discovery, and civic life. Seeing neighbors invest in that mission is both encouraging and inspiring. I am grateful to the Friends for their leadership and to everyone who supports the Granite Bay Library’s ongoing impact in our community.
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Air Art Contest Winners
The Placer County Air Pollution Control District invited students to create artwork around the theme “Air Quality: Our Shared Responsibility.” The selected winning artwork was proudly featured in the official 2026 District calendar. We are excitedly looking forward to APCD’s upcoming contest this year and continuing to celebrate the creativity and environmental awareness of our local students.
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 On Feb. 27, 1944, the DeWitt General (Army) Hospital in North Auburn officially opened with a flag-raising ceremony, followed by an open house of the entire facility. An estimated 4,000 civilians from the surrounding communities attended the event and toured the hospital that had taken just eight months to build. The hospital was designed to receive war casualties and coordinate with military installations in the area, including the Reno Army Air Base, Chico Army Air Base, Camp Beale, Camp Kohler, Mather Field, McClellan Field and the Sierra Ordinance Depot. The location was selected in part because of the proximity to area military bases, reliable transportation infrastructure and ideal climate. 9,741 patients were treated at the hospital over the course of the war.
After World War II, the hospital became the DeWitt State Hospital until 1972, and now functions at the Placer County Government Center. The site is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors are welcome to learn more at the DeWitt History Museum at 2985 Richardson Drive in Auburn. This free-admission museum is open Wednesdays, noon to 4 p.m.
Plan your visit, here.
Take a deeper dive into the history of the DeWitt campus with award-winning The Placer Life podcast episodes: The Placer life during World War II - the Heart of Auburn and Inside the Lines, featuring the incredible story about world-famous artist Martín Ramírez, who created hundreds of extraordinary drawings while living at the former DeWitt State Hospital.
Photo: DeWitt General Hospital flag raising ceremony, Febr. 27, 1944. Placer County Museums collection.
We recently relocated to a new office suite and were honored to welcome the Roseville Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. We appreciate their support and partnership as we begin this next chapter in our new space!
Placer County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) Loomis Office 6140 Horseshoe Bar Road, Suite D Loomis, CA 95650 916-652-2400 (Non-Emergency)
South Placer Fire District 6900 Eureka Rd, Granite Bay, CA 95746 (916) 791-7059 southplacerfire.org
CAL Fire Nevada-Yuba Placer 13760 Lincoln Way, Auburn 95603 530-889-0111
California Highway Patrol - Auburn Area Office (220) 9440 Indian Hill Road Newcastle, CA 95658 (916) 633-3344 (Non-Emergency)
Placer County District Attorney’s Office 10810 Justice Center Drive Roseville, CA 95678
 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
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Board of Supervisors Mission Statement:
To act as the legislative arm of county government and provide responsive leadership, governance, effective oversight of county services, and involve citizens and communities in processes that determine and enhance Placer County's future.
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"The People are the Key to Placer's Greatness!"
The Board of Supervisors is the governing body of the County and certain special districts. The Board enacts ordinances and resolutions, adopts the annual budget, approves contracts, appropriates funds, determines land use zoning for the unincorporated area, and appoints certain County officers, including the CEO and members of various boards and commissions.
Regular Meetings
The Board of Supervisors generally meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 9 a.m. at the Placer County Administrative Center located at 175 Fulweiler Avenue in Auburn, CA. Please view the meeting calendar to verify meeting dates.
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval. View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes
Strategic Plan
Placer County has identified eight Critical Success Factors to help set the county’s priorities. Part of that effort includes an annual work plan that acts as a roadmap toward achieving our goals and is closely monitored by the board. In an effort to provide total transparency, the Placer County Strategic Work Plan is now available for public review, and we encourage residents to follow our progress through quarterly updates. Learn more about the critical success factors.
What Questions, Comments, Suggestions do you have...
Supervisor Suzanne Jones - SupervisorJones@Placer.ca.gov
Chief of Staff - Frank Udvarhely FUdvarhely@Placer.ca.gov
District Aide - Renee Perez RPerez@Placer.ca.gov
Phone: (530) 889-4010 - Option 4
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