Announcements

Come on in: Placer County opens temporary library in North Auburn

The Auburn Library has opened its new temporary location with modified services and the same helpful, friendly staff to help our patrons navigate materials and lead library programming.
02/13/2025

Teen Rescued from 50-Foot Mine Shaft in Placer County

Resources from the Placer County Fire Department and the Auburn City Fire Department responded to a medical rescue involving a 16-year-old male who had fallen into a vertical mine shaft approximately 50 feet deep.
02/13/2025

Sierra College President Willy Duncan earns international economic development award

In recognition of his efforts to help bring BOSCH to Placer County and his leadership with the Greater Sacramento Economic Council, Sierra College President Willy Duncan earned the International Economic Development Council's Community Partner Award.
02/13/2025

'Two hearts, one home' adoption special

No Valentine this year? Visit PCAS and discover your perfect match. We have numerous adorable animals available for adoption for just $14 this Friday and Saturday!
02/13/2025

Placer Conservation Authority takes step toward securing 4,245 acres north of Lincoln

Approximately 4,245 acres of prime farmland, natural open space and environmental resources north of Lincoln is a step closer to being secured in perpetuity as part of the Placer County Conservation Program.
02/07/2025

Traveling to Tahoe this weekend? Pack your patience and prep for wet weather

Snowy conditions and an increased number of visitors to the Tahoe region this weekend will likely result in significant delays on the roadways. County and local CHP officials are urging residents and visitors alike to pack their patience.
02/06/2025

Supervisor Gustafson to host virtual town hall for North Lake Tahoe community

Community members in North Lake Tahoe are invited to a virtual town hall meeting Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. as the county presents the highway 89/267 transit priority lane plan and parking management updates. The event will be live streamed on Zoom.
02/05/2025

Placer County Board of Supervisors takes action to preserve blue oak woodlands north of Lincoln

A 279-acre property of blue oak woodlands along the south shore of Camp Far West Reservoir and the Bear River north of Lincoln is a step closer to being added to the Placer County Conservation Program.
02/05/2025

New EBT chip/tap card

Check your mailbox often for your new card. All existing benefits will transfer automatically to your new EBT Card and you PIN will stay the same. If you have questions, please contact the EBT Customer Service Helpline (877) 328-9677.
02/03/2025

Free tax help for eligible individuals and families

Get free help filing your taxes in 2025! Placer County Health and Human Services, in partnership with the IRS and United Way, offers free tax assistance through the VITA program. Taxpayers earning $67,000 or less can get help online or in person.
01/27/2025

Placer County Animal Services and local nonprofit FieldHaven to support SoCal animal rescues

Placer County Animal Services is partnering with local nonprofit FieldHaven Feline Center to step up and support animal rescue organizations in Southern California impacted by recent fires, retrieving 47 adoptable cats.
01/23/2025

Placer County moves forward with $20 million Homekey+ grant application to tackle homelessness

Placer County is partnering with local nonprofit AMI Housing to apply for a competitive grant from the state. The initiative, if awarded, would bring up to $20 million in funding for the purchase and renovation of a motel in unincorporated Auburn.
01/22/2025

More than $9 million of TOT funding approved for community projects in North Lake Tahoe

The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved more than $9 million of transient occupancy tax funding for a total of eight projects in North Lake Tahoe this week. The projects fall into three categories: facilities, trails and transportation.
01/21/2025

Placer awards $1.5M in grants to local nonprofits

The Placer County Board of Supervisors today approved $1.5 million in grant awards to four local nonprofits working to prevent and address the impacts of domestic violence and human trafficking.
01/21/2025

Share your vision: Placer 2050 visioning workshop schedule released

The Placer County Community Development Resource Agency is launching a series of in-person and online Placer 2050 General Plan Update visioning workshops beginning Feb. 26. The schedule will include online engagement activities
01/21/2025

Schematic designs revealed for new Truckee Regional Library

The Friends of the Truckee Library, in partnership with Nevada and Placer Counties and the Town of Truckee, are thrilled to reveal the new schematic design for the highly anticipated Truckee Regional Library.
01/17/2025

Placer County appoints Director of Human Resources Joe Ambrosini

Following four years at the City of Long Beach, Joe Ambrosini has been appointed to serve as our new Director of Human Resources and will oversee 57 employees and an approximate budget of $7.7 million.
01/16/2025

Placer County releases draft Placer 2050 General Plan Update background reports for public review

The Placer County Community Development Resource Agency has released a series of draft background reports along with an Assets, Issues and Opportunities booklet that will help stakeholders learn more about the Placer 2050 General Plan Update.
01/08/2025

New Year New Home Adoption Special

Lets start 2025 off right by giving a loving pet their forever home! ?? From now through January 31, all animals who have been with us for 25+ days are just $25 to adopt!
01/08/2025

Placer County Supervisors approve contract to expand broadband access to more foothill communities

The Placer County Board of Supervisors today approved a contract agreement to expand broadband to foothill communities spanning the Interstate 80 corridor.
01/07/2025

Placer ‘Red Sand’ event to raise awareness of human trafficking and its impact on children

Red sand in sidewalk cracks: Families and organizations throughout Placer County are invited to raise awareness of human trafficking through the Red Sand Project. This years event will take place on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, from 1-3 p.m.
12/30/2024

Cat intakes down at Placer County Animal Services, with sponsored spay/neuter program to thank

Animal Services is celebrating a significant reduction in cat and kitten shelter intakes, at least in part thanks to a low-cost spay and neuter program that the county has sponsored via nonprofit clinic Animal Spay and Neuter. Appointments are available!
12/20/2024

The Ranch subdivision moves forward in west Placer

The Ranch will consist of 446 single-family lots within a gated community. Additional features include a 13.03-acre park, 64.45 acres of open space and approximately 11.4 miles of public trails.
12/18/2024

Modified Holiday Hours

Our offices will have modified hours for the holidays
12/13/2024

Staff provide North Lake Tahoe Parking Management update and board approves use of new technology

Placer County staff reported strong summer parking enforcement numbers in North Lake Tahoe at last weeks Board of Supervisors meeting and staff requested a purchase of new technology to further enhance enforcement.
12/10/2024

Brown Bear Studios opens, expanding housing resources for homeless in North Tahoe

A vision years in the making has become reality with the opening of Brown Bear Studios, a 14-unit permanent supportive housing facility in Kings Beach. The property marks a step forward in Placer Countys efforts to address homelessness in North Tahoe.
12/10/2024

Placer County's Holiday Miracle Program spreads cheer to foster children, others

The Holiday Miracle Program, an annual toy drive for foster children and other children and families in need, has a long history in Placer County, and has recently grown.
12/09/2024

Placer hosts community event in Tahoe City to discover and discuss projects and programs

Seeking to answer resident questions and engage with the community, Placer County invited members of the public and partner agencies to this weeks "Discover and Discuss" open-house style event in North Lake Tahoe.
12/06/2024

Local fentanyl dealer sentenced to 20 year to life for fentanyl death

The first local fentanyl dealer to be convicted of murder in Placer County was sentenced in Placer County Superior Court to 20 years to life in prison for the fentanyl death of a Roseville resident.
12/05/2024

Board distributes TOT funding for winter shuttle service and enhanced transit in North Lake Tahoe

Nearly $1 million in Transient Occupancy Tax funds were distributed this week for enhanced transit opportunities for residents and visitors in North Lake Tahoe, including expansion of park and ride services.
12/05/2024

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Placer LAFCO Agenda Packet February 19, 2025

Placer LAFCO Agenda Packet February 19, 2025
(02/14/2025)

Agenda Items: Selection of 2025 West Placer MAC Chair & Vice Chair | Placer 2050 General Plan Update | Correspondence

Agenda Items: Selection of 2025 West Placer MAC Chair & Vice Chair | Placer 2050 General Plan Update | Correspondence
(02/14/2025)

February 2025 LAB Meeting

February 2025 LAB Meeting
(02/14/2025)

Special Meeting: Economic Development Board Agenda

Special Meeting: Economic Development Board Agenda
(02/13/2025)

February 20, 2025 Auburn/Tahoe ZA/PRC Hearing

February 20, 2025 Auburn/Tahoe ZA/PRC Hearing
(02/13/2025)

Development Review Committee Meeting - February 19, 2025 - Agenda

Development Review Committee Meeting - February 19, 2025 - Agenda
(02/13/2025)

Special Meeting Agenda: Newcastle-Ophir Draft Meeting Schedule 2025 | Placer 2050 General Plan Update | 2024 Zoning Text Amendments (ZTA) Workshop | Correspondence

Special Meeting Agenda: Newcastle-Ophir Draft Meeting Schedule 2025 | Placer 2050 General Plan Update | 2024 Zoning Text Amendments (ZTA) Workshop | Correspondence Update: Minutes added or updated
(02/13/2025)

Agenda Items: The Ranch Subdivision (PLN22-00359) | Correspondence

Agenda Items: The Ranch Subdivision (PLN22-00359) | Correspondence Update: Minutes added or updated
(02/13/2025)

Bond Screening Committee Meeting - 02.17.25 - Cancelled

Bond Screening Committee Meeting - 02.17.25 - Cancelled
(02/11/2025)

Bond Screening Committee Agenda - September 16, 2024

Bond Screening Committee Agenda - September 16, 2024 Update: Minutes added or updated
(02/11/2025)