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This #PlacerLife photo of a child taking a moment to smell the flowers with an Auburn sunset was taken by @danielberlant on Instagram.

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Park of the month: Hidden Falls Regional Park

Hidden Falls Regional Park, located in North Auburn, is bursting with color as wildflowers are blooming throughout the park. The park is home to various wildflowers, including California poppies, lupines and Indian paintbrush.

Visit our Park of the Month webpage for a peek at Hidden Falls’ natural offerings, but nothing compares to seeing the park in person. Plan your visit and nab a parking permit (required weekends, peak-use days and holidays) at the Hidden Falls Park website. Park of the Month webpage | Plan your visit

Boating

Don’t move a mussel: Area lake launches closed for 30 days

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To prevent the impacts of invasive golden mussels, all trailered or motorized vessel owners wishing to launch at Folsom Lake or Lake Clementine will be subject to an inspection and 30-day quarantine for aquatic invasive species. Learn more

Organ donation awareness

Donate Life Month: Two Placer social workers share unlikely connection

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Two social workers with the county's Adult System of Care are passionate about organ donation and Donate Life Month, recognized in April. Krista was a kidney donor, and Kristen a recipient of a life-saving liver transplant.
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Local living

The best city to move to in California is in Placer County

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We’re number one: The City of Roseville has been ranked as the best city to move to in California by Consumer Affairs, underscoring the city’s economy, outstanding quality of life and desirable community amenities. Learn more

Wildfire preparedness

CAL FIRE launches statewide wildfire preparedness campaign

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With peak fire season on the horizon, CAL FIRE is launching a campaign urging Californians to prepare now by hardening homes and creating defensible space. The campaign follows last month’s emergency proclamation by the governor. Read more

This week in Placer County history

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On April 9, 1916, well-known Auburn Constable Frank Dependener (“Big Dip”) was shot on the steps of the Auburn Courthouse by James and Albert Cox. The Cox brothers had approached Dependener and asked if he would release their brother, Arthur, who had been arrested after some trouble related to an overindulgence of alcohol. Dependener agreed, but only if they promised to make sure he went home and to take care of him. 

As the three men walked up the steps of the courthouse from Court Street, the Cox brothers fired their guns at Dependener. According to the April 14, 1916, Lincoln News Messenger: “The first shot took effect in Dependener’s left hand and the following shot struck him in the leg. The third shot struck “Dip” in the back immediately under the right shoulder blade, piercing the right lung.”

Dependener found cover beneath the arch under the steps and fired four return shots, which forced the Cox brothers to retreat. He survived his wounds and was able to serve out his term as Auburn’s constable before returning to serve as a Placer County deputy sheriff. On May 15, 1916, James and Albert Cox pled guilty to attempted murder and were sentenced to serve 20 years at San Quentin State Prison. 

Photo: Frank Dependener, c. 1925

Advisory committees and commissions

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Whether it’s representing your community or sharing your expertise on topics like agriculture or parks, there are always opportunities for you to help advise county leaders on the issues that matter to you most. Recruitment is open now to fill seats on the following committees or commissions, among others. Learn more and apply

Current recruitments include:

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Fun things to do this week

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Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in...

Roseville: Books & Bugs Bonanza – National Library Week, Food Truck Mania, 
Rocklin: Rocklin Clean-Up Day, Evenings in the Park: Super Mario Bros, Easter Storytime @ the Fire Station Rocklin Fire Department
Colfax:  Colfax Chamber of Commerce Mixer, VFW Auxiliary Monthly Bake Sale, Paint & Brunch: A Perfect Way to Celebrate Arts Month in Colfax!
Lincoln: The Big Dill, Callejeros Car Show
Loomis: Preschool Storytime, Genealogical Study Group, Mad Peep Scientists, Loomis Basin Historical Society
Auburn: PARC’s American River Clean-Up, Big Hill Hike under the Pink Moon, Symphony Under the Sky, Early Spring Wildflower Hike at Big Hill Preserves
North Lake Tahoe: Aprés in the Village at Northstar California, Trail Talk: How to Complete the Tahoe Rim Trail (Virtual!), Family Movie Nights- Tahoe Donner, Spring Eggstravaganza 2025

...and many Placer County Library and Placer County Museum events.

Visit our regional partners to discover more of the fun happening right here in Placer County!

Placer County Visitors' Bureau
North Tahoe Community Alliance
Tahoe City Downtown Association
The Arts Council of Placer County
Placer Valley Tourism
PlacerGROWN
Placer Wine Trail

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Upcoming public meetings and events

Placer County Board of Supervisors

CANCELED - North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council, April 10 Information
North Tahoe Supervisor Forum, April 10, 6 p.m. Information
Meadow Vista Municipal Advisory Council, April 14, 6 p.m. Information
Meadow Vista Supervisor Forum, April 14, 7 p.m. Information
Board of Supervisors, April 15, 9 a.m. Information
Foresthill / Iowa Hill Fire Safe Council, April 15, 5:30 p.m. Information
Truckee Fire Firewise virtual office hours, April 16, 3 p.m. Information

To learn about other Placer County committees and commissions and current opportunities to serve your community click here.

List of active projects throughout Placer County

Projects are listed alphabetically and by Board of Supervisors districts. A hard copy of the list is available at the Placer County Community Development Resource Agency, 3091 County Center Drive in Auburn. 

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