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Preparedness starts at home: Be ready for any emergency today

September is National Preparedness Month. Take time this month to know the risks in your community and talk with your family about what to do in an emergency. Create a family emergency supply kit with food, water, medications, flashlights and other essentials. Develop a family plan that includes safe meeting places, evacuation routes, communication methods and pet care.

For more tips, checklists and resources, bookmark readyplacer.org.

Stay connected by signing up for Placer Alert, the county’s emergency notification system at placeralert.org. 

Public safety

AI-enhanced cameras improve wildfire protection for North Lake Tahoe

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Two new AI-enhanced cameras have been installed at Martis Peak, giving clear views of northern Lake Tahoe. The cameras scan the landscape for real-time smoke or fire and alert CAL FIRE when something unusual is spotted.
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Community event

One small town. One big opportunity. Vote for free Colfax concerts!

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The Historic Colfax Downtown Association has beat out hundreds of cities nationwide to advance to the final public voting round for a Levitt AMP Music Series Grant worth $120,000. Voting begins tomorrow at RockTheVoteColfax.com! Learn more

Community planning

Updated Placer 2050 Vision Statement and Guiding Principles released

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We have released an updated Placer 2050 Vision Statement and Guiding Principles document that envisions Placer as a region that cherishes natural beauty, fosters vibrant and inclusive communities, and promotes sustainable growth.
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Emergency services

Help shape Placer’s hazard mitigation plan – join the discussion

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Your voice matters! Join the Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee meeting to discuss Placer County’s strengths and opportunities for improvement. Community input will guide updates to the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.
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In other news

Placer PROTECT Senior Resource Fair coming up Sept. 11 

Roseville needs your help: Take the 2025 Bicycle Friendly Public Community Survey 

Fall prevention month: Free class and resources for seniors at risk
NEW - Fire Safe Alliance of Placer County newsletter

Share your input on the new Kings Beach Benefit Assessment District improvements and maintenance site

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This week in Placer County history

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On Sept. 1, 1936, George Parker and Dorothea Simonson were arraigned in federal court in Sacramento for the break-in and robbery of the federal post office in Auburn. The couple, from New Jersey, were on their way to be married in Massachusetts when Parker’s car broke down. Instead of trying to fix it, he stole a car. 

According to Simonson’s statement in the Sept. 3, 1936, Auburn Journal: “We became panic stricken in Massachusetts after he stole the car. We rushed from the state without having the marriage ceremony performed. We were soon without funds and stole gasoline all of the way across the country.”

On the evening of Aug. 27, Auburn Deputy Police Chief Frank Chase noticed that the lights were out inside the post office and called for other officers. Once the building was surrounded, he went inside and caught Parker with several envelopes of mail. Officers noticed a woman fleeing the scene from outside and arrested Simonson. She was Parker’s lookout. 

George Parker was sentenced to three years in federal prison at McNeil’s Island in Washington state. Judge Michael J. Roche offered probation to Dorothea Simonson, but only under the condition she sever all ties to Parker. After a couple weeks of heartfelt contemplation, the 22-year-old agreed. She was sent back to her mother in New Jersey to serve out her probation. 

Photo: Dorothea Simonson and George Parker, Aug. 28, 1936, Sacramento Bee photograph detail. 

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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: The Polish American Club Presents: 34th Annual Polish Festival, Food Truck Mania
Lincoln: Food Truck Frenzy

Loomis: Celebration of Arts at The Flower Farm

Auburn: Hike Under the “Corn Moon”, Ribbon Cutting: Gold Country Fair, Kidzapalooza

Colfax: Coffee & Conversation, Colfax Farmers Market

North Lake Tahoe: Concerts at Commons Beach: The Blues Monsters, Park Fit Fridays, Patriot Planting, Drop-in Pickleball Play, Golden Hour 55+ Socials, Concerts on Commons Beach, Saturday Skate Nights at NorthStar

...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

Upcoming public meetings and events

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Granite Bay Supervisor Forum, Sept. 4, 6 p.m. Information
Olympic Valley Supervisor Forum, Sept. 4, 6 p.m. Information
Foresthill Forum, Sept. 8, 7 p.m. Information
Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee meeting, Sept. 9, 1 p.m. Information
North Auburn Supervisor Forum, Sept. 9, 6 p.m. Information
Sheridan Municipal Advisory Council, Sept. 10, 6 p.m. Information
Planning Commission, Sept. 11, 9 a.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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