November

Holiday donation opportunities

As the season of giving begins, Placer County Health and Human Services is highlighting a few opportunities to support local children and others in need.

Hidden Falls Park trail realignment

The Placer County Board of Supervisors yesterday approved a new alignment for a planned trail project at Hidden Falls Regional Park in North Auburn, resulting in significant cost savings.

Tahoe Area Plan amendments approved

Seeking to generate economic investment and spur environmentally-beneficial redevelopment in North Lake Tahoe, the Placer County Board of Supervisors approved a set of amendments that would allow revisions to the 2017 Tahoe Basin Area Plan.

New parking ordinance for Placer

The Placer County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday amended the county’s parking ordinance to strengthen existing parking enforcement and increase countywide parking fine amounts. The changes go into effect Nov. 30.

Risk Management wins statewide award

Placer County’s Risk Management Division has received one of six statewide EAGLE Awards for “Innovation & Excellence in Development & Implementation of Risk Management Programs.” The prestigious award was presented to the Risk Management team for its project “Road Show” by Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management, or PRISM, the county’s risk management solutions provider.

Planning Commission vacancy

Placer County is looking to fill a vacancy for the District 2 Planning Commission seat. An ideal candidate must live in District 2, which includes Lincoln, Sheridan and West Roseville (west of Fiddyment Road), and have interest in being involved in the county’s land development and zoning efforts.

General Plan contract approved

Placer County took another step toward updating its General Plan today as the Board of Supervisors took action to approve a $3.5 million contract with a consultant team headed by PlaceWorks, Inc.

Transition to Partnership HealthPlan

Placer County is one of ten counties statewide transitioning to a new Medi-Cal managed care plan, Partnership HealthPlan, as of Jan. 1, 2024. Partnership will replace Anthem and California Health & Wellness as Placer’s managed care plan. Kaiser Permanente will also continue to serve some Placer Medi-Cal members.

Airport Overflight Rezone

The Placer County Board of Supervisors took recent action to adopt an ordinance to rezone 332 parcels of land to comply with the Auburn Municipal Airport’s 2021 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan.

Board of Supervisors to meet at alternate location

Continuum of Care to lead homeless planning

‘Resource Express’ event to help local families

Get ready to 'get on track' with community resources at Placer County’s new Resource Express event. On Friday, Dec. 1, the Boys and Girls Club in Auburn (679 Lincoln Way) will transform into a hub of family-friendly activities, services and more, aimed at supporting local families.

Volunteers needed for tax assistance program

Looking to make a difference and give back to the community in the new year? Placer County’s Free Tax Prep program (also known as VITA) is currently seeking volunteers for the 2024 tax season.

'Adoption changes a child's life forever:' See Placer County celebrate Adoption Day

"Adoption changes a child's life forever." Placer County finalized 31 adoptions in 2023, culminating with 8 on National Adoption Day this past weekend. Hear from two families what adoption means to them. There are still many children in foster care in Placer County in need of loving homes, including many teens.

SR-49 sewer line extension

Placer County is moving forward on the first phase of Highway 49 wastewater capacity project to accommodate growth in Auburn. The first phase is expected to break ground in the spring.

Placer Museums Christmas

Placer County Museums is decking the halls at four museums in Auburn and one in Penryn with the nostalgic charm of Christmas past, featuring festive exhibits available for viewing until New Year's Day.

Lower Secline project complete

Placer County celebrated the completion of the Lower Secline Water Quality Improvement Project with a ribbon cutting ceremony Nov. 30 in Kings Beach. The project brought needed drainage infrastructure to both Secline Street and Brockway Vista Drive to help prevent an estimated 2,000 pounds of sediment runoff from reaching Lake Tahoe per year. It also stabilized both roadways and added pavement, curbs and gutters, new sidewalks and parking for beachgoers.