County of Placer Government Announcements

Placer County agencies take top honors in statewide communication awards

Placer County agencies took home four awards in this years California Association of Public Information Officials EPIC Awards for communication.
05/14/2024

Amazing Grazing: Placer County 2024 Ag Tour

Earlier this month, our Agriculture Department and the Placer Resouce Conservation District hosted its annual Placer County Ag Tour, "Amazing Grazing: Enhancing Natural Resources and Agriculture in Placer County."
05/09/2024

Be River Wise and stay safe at the American River

Nobody plans on losing their life when they head out for a day of fun at the American River. Yet it happens to someone every year - usually because they made a mistake they didnt need to. To stay safe, you have to Be River Wise. Learn how
05/09/2024

TahoeAlerts: Stay informed about emergencies throughout the Lake Tahoe region

In collaboration with surrounding cities and counties, Placer County is pleased to announce the launch of TahoeAlerts an emergency notification system locator and quick signup tool.
05/09/2024

CEO Retires from Placer County

After more than three decades of service with several government agencies, Placer County CEO Jane Christenson has announced her retirement.
05/08/2024

Auburn 'Hammond House' placed on historic registry

You know your house was featured in Sunset Magazine in 1933 dont you? Our Board of Supervisors took action Tuesday to place Auburns Hammond Rock House on the Register of Cultural and Historic Resources.
05/07/2024

Nearly $2.7 million in TOT funds approved for four projects in North Lake Tahoe

Four investment projects in eastern Placer County amounting to nearly $2.7 million were approved Tuesday by the Placer County Board of Supervisors to advance regional goals including improved transportation and recreation.
05/07/2024

Health & Human Services launches new campaign to promote perinatal substance use services

In tandem with Mother's Day and National Prevention Week, Placer County Health and Human Services is launching a new campaign to promote its perinatal substance use services for expectant and new mothers.
05/06/2024

Public Notice - Review of Risk Management Plans (RMPs)

05/03/2024

Placer County awarded $1.2M grant to construct Segment 1 of North Tahoe Trail

The North Tahoe Shared-Use Trail received $1.2 million from the California Tahoe Conservancy to construct Segment 1 of the trail, which will connect North Tahoe Regional Park to Carnelian Bay.
04/30/2024

Planning Commission recommends 14 sites for rezone program

The Placer County Planning Commission took action on Thursday to recommend that the Board of Supervisors approve 14 sites throughout the county to be rezoned to meet state requirements for multi-family housing.
04/26/2024

Placer County proclaims May as Mental Health Matters Month, with event Thursday in Roseville

This week the Board of Supervisors proclaimed May as Mental Health Matters Month. Placer County, in partnership with the local Campaign for Community Wellness (CCW), will host the first Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair on Thursday, May 2, in Roseville.
04/26/2024

Register to attend our May 1 vendor workshop to conduct business with Placer

Join Placer County's Procurement department to learn about how the county hires vendors to provide services and goods to residents. Join us online or in-person in Auburn on May 1 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
04/25/2024

Placer County celebrates Small Business Week and launches Downtown Revitalization Workgroup

Next week, April 28 to May 4, is National Small Business Week and Placer County is sharing valuable training opportunities and professional consulting to help the owners of some of our small businesses.
04/25/2024

Placer’s Veterans Services Office hits new records as demand for services soars

Placer Countys Veterans Services Office helped file a record 5,208 veteran claims last fiscal year a more than 40% increase from the previous year. The dramatic increase is in part due to the enactment of the PACT Act.
04/23/2024

Final report on Housing Element Sites Rezone program available for public review April 18

A final environmental impact report on the Placer County Housing Element Sites Rezone program is now available for public review. It is available at local libraries, our CDRA office, our Clerk-Recorders office and online.
04/18/2024

Workforce Housing Preservation Program resumes in east Placer to support local workers

Our board unanimously approved a relaunch of the Workforce Housing Preservation Program on Tuesday following an update of the programs guidelines. WHPP was developed to provide local workers with up to $150,000 to help them secure housing in the region.
04/18/2024

New year-round medication disposal options highlighted as county offers additional take-back event

As Placer County prepares to host a free medication take-back event on April 27, local agencies are also encouraging residents to take advantage of permanent drop boxes and new mail-in options that offer a free way to dispose of medication year-round.
04/17/2024

Eastern Regional Landfill and Transfer Station open house event this Earth Day

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how recyclables are sorted from trash and processed at the Eastern Regional Landfill and Transfer Station Open House Event this Earth Day.
04/17/2024

SUN Bucks: A New Summer Food Program Coming in 2024!

Starting this summer, you can buy more food for your child with California SUN Bucks, also called Summer-EBT. SUN Bucks works just like CalFresh, but for the summer.
04/16/2024

Human Services partners with community-based organizations to increase access to benefits

It will soon be easier for people from Roseville to North Tahoe to enroll in public benefits thanks to a new partnership with three community-based organizations.
04/16/2024

Placer County announces dates, times and location for upcoming rezone hearings

Placer County has finalized the hearing schedule for the Housing Element Sites Rezone program, which includes a venue change to accommodate a larger audience for both the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors.
04/16/2024

TART Connect celebrates 1 millionth ride in North Lake Tahoe region

The TART Connect micro-transit program has improved connectivity and convenience in North Lake Tahoe, enabling riders to travel efficiently throughout the day and relieving traffic congestion by reducing the volume of vehicles on the roadways.
04/11/2024

Bear box grant program now available for Tahoe Basin property owners, receive up to $2,200

Placer County property owners in the Tahoe Basin can receive up to $2,200 to install a bear-resistant garbage can, also known as a bear box.
04/01/2024

Save the date: Child and Family Resource Fair & Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair

Two events coming up will help Placer County families connect with resources for their children, and with mental health services. Medi-Cal enrollment help will be available at both events.
04/01/2024

Skip the line, renew your Medi-Cal online

We're currently encountering an increase in wait times at our office and call center. To streamline your Medi-Cal renewal process, we recommend utilizing BenefitsCal, our user-friendly online platform.
04/01/2024

Child Abuse Prevention Month activities will support and educate Placer families throughout April

The Board of Supervisors approved a proclamation declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Placer County, kicking off a month-long series of activities and events that will culminate with the countys annual Child and Family Resource Fair.
03/26/2024

Replay: Catch the latest Parking Management meeting in Kings Beach

Rewatch Placer County's parking management virtual meeting from March 20 as the project consultant, Dixon Resources Unlimited, discusses the program's phase one implementation.
03/22/2024

Placer County adds one-story, one-bedroom ADU unit to pre-reviewed plans suite

Placer County has added a new pre-reviewed plan for a one-bedroom accessory dwelling unit that meets Californias current building standards and will help property owners bypass lengthy review processes prior to construction.
03/21/2024

5 Questions about kitten fostering with Beth Friend

It's kitten season! Last year, Animal Services took in 684 kittens, but was short on foster volunteers. This year we need 20 more volunteers for kitten season, which is kicking off now and continues through the summer.
03/21/2024