County of Placer Government Announcements

Placer County 2023 crop value increases 1% to $89 million amid continuing weather challenges

Despite continued weather challenges the total gross value of agricultural crops and products increased 1% in Placer County for 2023.
09/12/2024

Placer County ranks number one in the nation for Firewise USA Communities

Placer County is now the top-ranked county in the United States and California for the number of communities participating in the Firewise USA program.
09/12/2024

Placer County Supervisors approve Hidden Falls Regional Park Trails Expansion Project Phase 2

The Placer County Board of Supervisors yesterday approved the execution of a contract for the Hidden Falls Regional Park Trails Expansion Project Phase 2.
09/12/2024

Placer supervisors ask governor for insurance state of emergency

With residents and businesses facing dire insurance affordability challenges, the Placer County Board of Supervisors have approved a resolution asking California's governor to declare a state of emergency for homeowners and commercial property insurance.
09/12/2024

Placer seeks applicants for Charter Review Committee

Application Deadline Extended: Are you interested in having direct input into the organizational structure, duties and responsibilities of the countys elected and appointed officials? Apply for our Charter Review Committee by Sept. 30.
09/12/2024

Funding awarded to reduce wildfire risk and increase vegetation management in North Lake Tahoe

In an effort to reduce wildfire risk in North Lake Tahoe, the Placer County Board of Supervisors approved a $145,491 award to Bella Wildfire & Forestry Inc. to fund vegetation management and fuel load reduction work on 18 acres in Tahoe Vista.
09/12/2024

Free adoptions, vendors and more at Congressman Kiley and Supervisor Landon's pet adoption event

With shelters across the nation experiencing increased overcrowding, Placer County Animal Services is partnering with local elected officials to raise awareness and celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.
09/10/2024

Placer County Public Health shares respiratory virus data; updated vaccines now available

As updated vaccines become available through local healthcare providers, Placer County Public Health is sharing data around respiratory virus deaths in the last year, from July 2023 through June 2024.
09/09/2024

Planning Commission recommends approval of Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan

Placer Countys Planning Commission voted Thursday to recommend to our board approval of the Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan project entitlements and to certify the projects environmental impact report.
09/06/2024

Placer County to offer free accessibility seminar for small businesses

Our Building Services Division will provide the latest updates to state and federal laws to ensure local businesses meet the standards for access such as door widths, path of travel requirements, signage and readily achievable barrier removal.
09/04/2024

“Recovery Happens” returns to Auburn; join us to celebrate mental health, substance use recovery

This year, Recovery Happens will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Recreation Park in Auburn. The annual event, drawing hundreds of people, celebrates recovery with activities that are fun for the whole family.
09/03/2024

Placer County encourages residents to prepare for emergencies during National Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month, a time for individuals, families and communities to take steps to prepare for emergencies.
09/03/2024

Board approves TOT funding for two North Lake Tahoe trail projects and comprehensive trail study

A total of $1.7M in Transient Occupancy Tax funds were approved this week for three North Lake Tahoe trail-related items including the Pam Emmerich Memorial Pinedrop Trail and North Tahoe Trail.
08/29/2024

Work begins on Foresthill Bridge weld inspections

Work has started on the Foresthill Bridge inspection project, which includes ultrasonic testing of 282 weld points. The work is part of a national effort to provide preventative maintenance and quality assurance to bridges built with T-1 steel.
08/29/2024

Placer Supervisors approve contract to enhance wildfire resilience around French Meadows Reservoir

The Placer County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday continued its commitment to wildfire resilience in the region by awarding a contract to MarkIt! Forestry Management LLC to help mitigate wildfire severity around the French Meadows Reservoir.
08/28/2024

Board approves funding for a Truckee Tahoe Area Regional Transportation study and plan update

The Placer County Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously approved a consultant contract to begin a comprehensive study and update for the Truckee Tahoe Area Regional Transportation system.
08/28/2024

County staff introduce Launchpad program to fund development of workforce housing in east Placer

Our board Monday directed staff to move forward with the creation of a new county program designed to incentivize development and support the need for new workforce housing in the North Lake Tahoe region.
08/27/2024

Foster kids, broader community benefit from county worker’s efforts to spur volunteerism

Talin Shamun Darbrudy, a social worker with Placer Countys Childrens System of Care, helped launch the 'Love Roseville' organization this year, a volunteer group whose projects included writing birthday cards for foster children.
08/22/2024

Recovery Happens Free Community Event

Recovery Happens Free Community Event
08/22/2024

Summer reading program eclipses 2 million minutes read

It was a summer of adventure for the Placer County Library, and our community of knights, mermaids, faeries, wizards, and pirates have completed their mission - shattering a Summer Reading Challenge record.
08/22/2024

Placer Supervisors expand access to defensible space funds for eastern county residents

The Placer County Board of Supervisors today expanded eligibility for the Eastern Placer Defensible Space Fuels Reduction Program, making it easier for residents to access critical wildfire prevention funds.
08/15/2024

Protect your home: Attend the upcoming Placer County Firewise USA Workshop

Community members are invited to participate in a free Firewise USA Program workshop on Aug. 28 at 3 p.m., in-person or via Zoom, in North Auburn.
08/15/2024

Two community meetings set for Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan environmental impact report

Placer County has released for public review a partially-revised final environmental impact report for the Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan and will discuss it at two August meetings.
08/09/2024

Joint air quality advisory due to smoke from the Crozier Fire

Placer County HHS and the Placer County Air Pollution Control District are issuing a joint air quality advisory through Sunday, Aug. 11, to notify the public of poor air quality conditions due to smoke from the Crozier Fire burning in El Dorado County.
08/08/2024

Placer County’s Auburn, Rocklin libraries expand hours to enhance community access

Starting Aug. 11, Auburn and Rocklin libraries will now be open seven days a week, providing increased access to a wealth of resources and services for the community.
08/08/2024

Placer County Conservation Program acquires 430 acres with grant funding

The Placer County Conservation Program (PCCP) received $5.39 million in grants to purchase 430 acres of northern Riosa Redwing Ranch. Now, all 990 acres of Riosa Redwing Ranch will be permanently protected as conservation land.
08/07/2024

$10 starting Aug. 10 as part of national 'Clear the Shelters' event

Our Clear the Shelters $10 adoption event starts on Saturday and runs through Sept. 10 at our shelter!
08/06/2024

Placer County lifts health advisory and opens public access to Carnelian West Beach

As of Wednesday, July 31, the shoreline health advisory zone and beach closure are lifted for Carnelian West Beach. Residents and visitors may resume water contact and recreation activities at this location.
07/31/2024

Supervisor Landon appointed to national leadership position on agriculture and rural affairs

Placer County District 2 Supervisor Shanti Landon has been appointed Rural Development Subcommittee Vice Chair for the National Association of Counties Agriculture and Rural Affairs Policy Steering Committee.
07/30/2024

Placer County seeks applicants for Charter Review Committee

Placer County residents are invited to take part in a once-every-five-years review of the Placer County Charter - a governing document that guides the organizational structure, duties and responsibilities of the countys elected and appointed officials.
07/25/2024