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Posted on: March 23, 2023

Apply now for Mosquito Fire business recovery funding from Placer County

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The Placer County Business Resource Center has launched the Mosquito Fire Business Recovery Program to provide up to $100,000 to businesses hiring or retaining employees within unincorporated Placer County and were impacted by the wildfire.

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Posted on: March 23, 2023

VIDEO: Learn what Placer has planned for bustling Baseline Road

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What’s the future of Baseline Road? Our Public Works Director Ken Grehm describes Placer’s plan to widen Baseline to keep commuters moving as the bustling corridor grows with housing and businesses in the coming decades.

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

Placer County will expedite building permits for storm damaged structures

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If you have property that has been damaged during recent storms, the Placer County Building Services Division will expedite building permits for repairs.

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Posted on: March 16, 2023

Animal Services seeks help with dog overcrowding after recent storms

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Recent stormy weather has led to an increase in dog intakes at the Placer County Animal Services Center in Auburn, putting additional strain on an already-full shelter. As a result, PCAS is launching adoption and redemption promotions.

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Posted on: March 16, 2023

Richardson Road closure will affect government center traffic delayed to April 3

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The Placer County Facilities Management Division is advising commuters in North Auburn of a lengthy road closure at the Placer County Government Center between April 3 and June 5. (Closure dates updated as of March 24 and are subject to change)

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Posted on: March 14, 2023

Placer County adopts beekeeping ordinance to set industry standards, allow for backyard hives

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The Placer County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday advanced a new beekeeping ordinance to regulate best practices in the industry and allow for hobbyist beekeeping in single-family residence backyards.

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Posted on: March 13, 2023

Last Chance for COVID-19 Recovery Funds for Small Businesses!

Small Biz COVID Recovery Program News Flash

Placer County's Small Business COVID-19 Recovery Program is a forgivable loan program. This opportunity ends March 27th. Funds are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Posted on: March 7, 2023

Federal changes to impact Placer County CalFresh and Medi-Cal recipients

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Following changes in the federal budget passed by Congress earlier this year, Placer County residents who are receiving CalFresh or Medi-Cal benefits will be impacted this spring as many pandemic-era emergency measures come to an end.

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