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A special election voter guide, plus a meeting on the proposed Hope Way Apartments project in this week’s Placer County newsletter

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Misty morning: This #PlacerLife photo of fog across a field in Olympic Valley was taken by @michael_kennedy999 on Instagram.

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Before, during and after disaster - we’re here for you

September is National Preparedness Month, and Placer County is spotlighting the people and programs that strengthen our community before, during and after disasters. This year’s campaign highlights the essential role county staff play in keeping residents safe—and the steps you can take at home to prepare. Sign up for Placer Alert, create a family emergency plan, and build a go-kit. If you live in a fire-prone area, consider joining your neighbors to become a Firewise USA® Community—Placer County leads the nation with the most active communities. Together, we can stay informed, prepared and resilient all year long. Learn more

Elections

It’s a special election, Placer – get ready to vote! What you should know

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The Elections Office is in full swing preparing for the Nov. 4 special election. Learn when to expect your voter information guides and ballots, and find info on new vote center/drop box locations and how to join the Oct. 1 voter workshop. Learn more

Mental health

David’s story: September is Suicide Prevention Month

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David’s story could have ended on the Foresthill Bridge. Instead, a Placer County deputy stepped in, and today David is alive to share his journey. Watch and explore resources (This video discusses suicide and mental health.)

Development

Placer to host meeting on proposed apartment project

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Our Community Development Resource Agency will host a community meeting Oct. 1 from 6-8 p.m. at Del Oro High School in Loomis to share information and answer questions about the proposed Hope Way Apartments project in Penryn. Read more

North Lake Tahoe

State of the Lake: Tahoe Environmental Research Center report

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Each year, UC Davis’ researchers outline ongoing environmental challenges for one of the world’s most iconic and vulnerable lakes. Dr. Stephanie Hampton, director of the TERC, presented to our board this week. Watch video

In other news

“This opened the door for me”: Employment Services event celebrates clients’ success in newfound careers (VIDEOS)

See the latest parking trends and data from the recent North Lake Tahoe Parking Management community meeting
Listen to how Placer County is creating smart and innovative programs to house local workers and families and increase the supply of secure, affordable housing
Oct. 4: Placer County marks Adopt a Shelter Dog Month with third annual event hosted by Kiley, Landon
Celebrate Clean Air Day at Placer Plug-in

Share your thoughts on the proposed Affordable Housing Priority Applicant Policy at Tuesday’s meeting in Kings Beach or provide feedback on Engage Placer
Placer County is partnering with the Small Business Administration to host a hybrid coffee chat Sept. 30 for all local manufacturers
Placer County Air Pollution Control District presents K-12 Art Contest

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This week in Placer County history

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On Sept. 26, 1930, the Roseville Press Tribune informed readers that famed actress Clara Bow had recently visited their county. According to the article: “Clara Bow, ‘It’ girl of the movies, magnetic as she may be with the hearts of men, did not exercise such magnetism over ‘Lady Luck’ on a recent visit to Placer County.”

Clara Bow was in the county because her boyfriend, Rex Bell, was filming a movie in the area with Will Rogers called “Lightnin’.” The movie company used the Tahoe Tavern as its home base.

One evening in early September, Will Rogers introduced Clara Bow to the managers of Cal Neva, a gambling resort that spanned the California-Nevada border. She tentatively gambled a few hundred dollars before the fever struck and within 10 days had written checks for nearly $14,000. It seemed she could not win at anything. 

Her boyfriend, Rex Bell, was suspicious of the loss and advised her to stop payment on the checks, which she later did. He thought they had taken advantage of her and possibly rigged the games so she would lose. Bow herself said later that she thought the chips were 50 cents instead of $100. 

Cal Neva threatened to sue, but gambling was illegal in both California and Nevada, so they were unable to collect. The political winds in Nevada were already favoring a move to legalize gambling to revitalize the economy and attract tourists during the Great Depression. The Clara Bow incident was not the catalyst or the ultimate reason why gambling was legalized March 19, 1931, but some people did point to the incident as yet another reason to pass the law.

Clara Bow married Rex Bell in 1931, and unlike her gambling persona, she beat the odds. They were happily married until his death in 1962 (while he was serving as lieutenant governor of Nevada). Clara died three years later. 

Photo: Clara Bow, c. 1932

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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...

Rocklin: Pumpkin Patch at Deer Creek Farm, Coffee with a Cop
Lincoln: Where's Waldo? In the Library!
Loomis: Loomis Library Skeleton Contest, World of Wolves, Pressed Flower Tealights, Lend a Heart, Lend a Hand, Read to a Dog!
Auburn: Party on the Preserve, Auburn Fall Home Expo, Great Auburn Obstacle Race Survivors and Heroes Expedition 2025, Placer High School Homecoming Parade
Colfax: Let’s SALSA, Colfax!

North Lake Tahoe: Summer Music Series and Roller Skating, Family Movie Nights-Tahoe Donner, Oktoberfest at Palisades Tahoe, ParkFit Fridays, Community Clean Up Day, Drop-in Pickleball Play, Golden Hour 55+ Socials, I Love Kings Beach Day

...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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Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council, Sept. 25, 6 p.m. Information
Firewise Renewal Application Workshop, Sept. 25, 6 p.m. Information
Community Fire Resilience Meeting: Firewise Resources & Support, Sept. 30, 5:30 p.m. Information 
Affordable Housing Priority Applicant Policy Workshop in Kings Beach, Sept. 30, 5:30 p.m. Information
Virtual Office Hours - Firewise Renewal Application Questions, Oct. 2, 9 a.m. Information
Affordable Housing Priority Applicant Policy Workshop in Auburn, Oct. 2, 5:30 p.m. Information
Olympic Valley Supervisor Forum, Oct. 2, 6 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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