Let’s talk watering smart during the summer

Summer is in full swing. Even with cooler temps this year (no complaints here!), your yard still needs water – just not as much as you might think.

Whether you swap out sprinklers, plant low-water plants, or add a smart timer, we offer services to help you be water smart. We also have rebates for turf replacement, reducing some of the cost for switching to landscapes that help reduce water usage.

Applications are open for Planning Commission Vacancy

A vacancy has opened for the City of Roseville's Planning Commission. This seven-member commission undertakes long and short-range planning for City development, which includes preparation and maintenance of area plans, capital improvement programs, zoning matters, and more.

The Planning Commission meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The vacancy application period runs through Friday, Aug. 22. You can access the application online, by calling (916)-774-5267, or by visiting the City Clerk's Office (311 Vernon Street).

Receive expert advice from experienced entrepreneurs

Enjoy free expertise and advisory services tailored to local founders and small business owners. Attend office hours at the Roseville Venture Lab and meet with our entrepreneurs-in-residence.

Gain valuable insights and expert advice from experienced entrepreneurs, who will share their knowledge and experience to help propel your venture forward.

Summer Reading Challenge finale on Saturday

Thanks to everyone who joined in the Summer Reading Challenge fun this year. We’re wrapping it up in style, with a glow-in-the-dark dance party! Join us for Bright Beats at Maidu Community Center on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Come light up the dance floor with music, movement and refreshments and celebrate a summer well-read. No registration is required.

Your vision, our trucks: 2025 Youth Art Contest

The 2025 Roseville Utilities Youth Art Contest is officially rolling, and we want to see your take on the mighty utility trucks that help keep Roseville clean, safe, and running smoothly.

This year’s theme is “Roseville utility trucks in action,” and we’re inviting artists 17 and under to show off their creativity. Whether it’s trash collection, water line repairs, or restoring power, these trucks play a big role in our everyday lives, and now it’s their time to shine. Entries are open now through Aug. 6.

Mayor Bernasconi to give State of the City address

Mayor Krista Bernasconi will give the 2025 State of the City address at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 27 at Denio's Farmers Market & Swap Meet. This free event is hosted by the Roseville Chamber of Commerce. 

Join us to reflect on Roseville’s transformation over the years, including the past year's accomplishments and what’s on the horizon for our city's future.

Road resurfacing work in Quail Glen neighborhood

Residential streets in the Quail Glen neighborhood are scheduled for resurfacing starting in early August. Work will take place 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. on weekdays.

The city’s roadways are an approximately $1.7 billion asset. Regular resurfacing protects streets, improves durability, and reduces the need for costly street repairs in the future.

Parks, Recreation & Libraries named national award finalist, again

For the fourth year in a row, Roseville Parks, Recreation & Libraries has been named a finalist for the prestigious National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.

Roseville is one of only four agencies in the country to be recognized in the highly competitive population category of 150,001 to 400,000. Winners will be announced in September.

Sign up for Placer Alert

Placer Alert is a free service, provided by the City of Roseville and participating agencies, to alert residents about emergency events and important public safety information.

Placer Alert enables all public safety agencies in Placer County to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, missing persons, and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. Call and text messaging charges may apply, depending on your cellular provider and plan.

Check out the Roseville Housing Authority’s latest newsletter

Learn more about proposed budget cuts to United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs and how you can make your voice heard in the Roseville Housing Authority's latest newsletter.

This issue details how you can sign a national letter, contact your member of Congress, post on social media, and more.

Power Flex energy-saving program

Roseville Electric Utility is excited to introduce Power Flex, our new energy-saving program. Customers who elect to participate in Power Flex can save money and help support electric grid resiliency. Participants help reduce electricity demand during peak times, often without even noticing.

Here’s how it works:

• Enroll your eligible smart thermostat
• During high-demand periods Roseville Electric may make small, temporary adjustments to temperature settings
• $25 bill credit just for signing up; and another $25 each year you stay enrolled

Spots are limited and this program is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference and save some money!

Roseville Electric Revamps Commercial Rebates

Roseville Electric Utility is excited to announce that we’ve expanded and enhanced our commercial rebate programs to help our local businesses save energy and money while supporting a more reliable and sustainable power grid. Check out what's new:

• Commercial HVAC Tune-Up – Get up to $250 per unit
• Commercial Thermostats – Receive up to $250 per device
• Commercial HVAC Replacement – Earn up to $2,000 per ton

Whether you're planning equipment upgrades or looking to cut energy use, we’ve simplified the application process and updated our rebate programs to make it easier than ever to improve your business’s efficiency and reduce operating costs.

Explore current job openings

Administrative Technician
Child Care Program Leader
Customer Service Specialist
Dispatcher II
Environmental Utilities Business Services Manager
Environmental Utilities Process (Principal) Engineer
Information Technology Analyst I/II
Office Assistant
Parks and Open Space Supervisor
Parks Maintenance Worker I/II
Police Officer - Lateral & Academy Graduate
Refuse and Stormwater Utility Manager
Senior Parks Maintenance Worker

Find more opportunities and sign up to receive job notifications at roseville.ca.us/jobs.

UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS

View meeting agendas and minutes

City Council Meeting - 6 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 6

Planning Commission - 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 14

Parks & Recreation Commission - 6 p.m., Monday, Aug. 4

Transportation Commission - 6 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 19

Public Utilities Commission - 6 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 26

Grants Advisory Commission - 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 12

Design Committee - CANCELLED: 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 21

Economic Development Advisory Committee - TBD

Senior Commission - 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 13

Law and Regulation Committee - 9 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 21

Unless otherwise noted, Council and Commission meetings are held in the Roseville City Council Chambers at 311 Vernon Street. 

Meetings held in the City Council Chambers can be viewed live online or on demand on the City’s website and on the City’s YouTube channel.