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Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of the umbrella display at Central Square Art Park in Auburn was taken by @danielberlant on Instagram. Featured story This May, discover new ways to boost your mental health This week our Board of Supervisors proclaimed May as Mental Health Matters Month in Placer County, reinforcing the county's commitment to raising awareness, breaking down stigma and promoting access to mental health resources. Placer County, in partnership with the local Campaign for Community Wellness, will host the first Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair on Thursday, May 2, in Roseville featuring: 🥪 Free food from Panera and healthy snacks throughout the day (while supplies last) 🎤 Live entertainment from musicians and comedians, including “The Voice” alumna Katie Rae 🖍️ Family friendly activities to promote wellness, like adult and children’s coloring books, making bath salts and more 👨🏿‍🏫 Wellness workshops on topics such as mental health for caregivers, youth mental health, mindful meditation and more 🧠 Many other community resources on hand: Get help finding a mental health provider regardless of your insurance! Throughout May, residents are also encouraged to take a pledge to end mental health stigma. Placer County will also be promoting new resources for people experiencing a mental health crisis, including 24/7 mobile crisis services that meet people at home, at school, in parks or wherever needed. Watch this video to learn more. Housing Planning Commission recommends 14 sites for rezone program The Placer County Planning Commission took action on Thursday to recommend that our Board of Supervisors approve 14 sites throughout the county to be rezoned in order to meet state requirements for multi-family housing. Learn more Public safety National Crime Victims’ Rights Week This week, our District Attorney’s Office and partners held events to promote legislation, policies and programs that help victims of crime and raise awareness of victimization. Show your support Supporting our veterans Veterans Services Office hits new records as service demands soar Our Veterans Services Office helped file more than 5,000 claims leading to more than $11 million in awards for local veterans in one year. The increase is in part due to expanded benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances. Learn more Wildfire safety CAL FIRE: Burn permits required starting May 1 Burn permits will be required for all hazard-reduction burning in Placer County starting May 1, according to CAL FIRE / Placer Fire County Department. Permits must be obtained online here. Learn more In other news Placer County Superior Court continues to seek volunteers for Grand Jury service Board of Supervisors proclaims April is Arts, Culture and Creativity Month in recognition of service from Arts Council of Placer County Five units left: Local workers can still apply to buy a home at Hopkins Village in North Lake Tahoe This week in Placer County history On April 20, 1932, a United Airlines flight took off from the Oakland airport enroute to Reno, Nevada. Onboard the triblade propeller airplane were three crew members, including pilot Harry Huking, and eight passengers. Once they reached the skies above the Sierra foothills, they encountered a storm. As they continued east, the storm grew more powerful until they were buffeted by strong winds and blinding snow. The plane could not remain airborne, and they lost altitude. While scanning the white, heavily forested ground below for a safe place to land, Huking desperately fought the storm for control of his aircraft. He spotted a long, dark strip void of trees: the South Yuba River. He maneuvered the airplane toward the river and battled the weather to control their descent. The co-pilot told everyone they had to make a forced landing and to fasten their seatbelts. The plane landed hard on the river. A wing was sheared off and most of the exterior shell was demolished, but all onboard were able to walk away. Huking received a cut on his forehead, the only injury recorded after the crash. The landing took place near Cisco, California. Some survivors were given rooms at Cisco Grove Resort while others were transported to Truckee where they were given hotel rooms. Many of the passengers credited their survival to the pilot’s skill. Though the landing was not as graceful and it did not take place in a major metropolitan area, Huking’s miracle on the South Yuba River was just as skillful and daring as Captain Chesley Sullenberger’s forced landing on the Hudson River in New York City 77 years later. Photo: South Yuba River and U.S. Route 40 near Cisco, c. 1935 Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Fire Station Open House, Roseville BikeFest, Yeoman– A Celebration of Spring, Solaire Park Dedication Rocklin: Rocklin Civic Celebration, Free Farmers Market Lincoln: Sunset Market Series Auburn: Sunday Markets on Commercial Street ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Upcoming public meetings and events Olympic Valley Municipal Advisory Council meeting, May 2, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of the umbrella display at Central Square Art Park in Auburn was taken by @danielberlant on Instagram. Featured story This May, discover new ways to boost your mental health This week our Board of Supervisors proclaimed May as Mental Health Matters Month in Placer County, reinforcing the county's commitment to raising awareness, breaking down stigma and promoting access to mental health resources. Placer County, in partnership with the local Campaign for Community Wellness, will host the first Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair on Thursday, May 2, in Roseville featuring: 🥪 Free food from Panera and healthy snacks throughout the day (while supplies last) 🎤 Live entertainment from musicians and comedians, including “The Voice” alumna Katie Rae 🖍️ Family friendly activities to promote wellness, like adult and children’s coloring books, making bath salts and more 👨🏿‍🏫 Wellness workshops on topics such as mental health for caregivers, youth mental health, mindful meditation and more 🧠 Many other community resources on hand: Get help finding a mental health provider regardless of your insurance! Throughout May, residents are also encouraged to take a pledge to end mental health stigma. Placer County will also be promoting new resources for people experiencing a mental health crisis, including 24/7 mobile crisis services that meet people at home, at school, in parks or wherever needed. Watch this video to learn more. Public safety Victims of crime deserve our community’s support and protection This week was National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Our District Attorney’s Office and partners held events to promote legislation, policies and programs that help victims of crime and raise awareness of victimization. Show your support Wildlife Be bear aware, Placer County! Bears have woken up from hibernation and they are hungry. Don’t leave food or trash out and don’t feed them. Secure garbage in a bear bin and install an electric “hot” wire across windows to prevent break-ins. Learn more Supporting our veterans Veterans Services Office hits new records as service demands soar Our Veterans Services Office helped file more than 5,000 claims leading to more than $11 million in awards for local veterans in one year. The increase is in part due to expanded benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances. Learn more Wildfire safety Burn permits required starting May 1 Burn permits will be required for all hazard-reduction burning in Placer County starting May 1, according to CAL FIRE / Placer Fire County Department. Permits must be obtained online at https://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov/. Learn more In other news Placer County Superior Court continues to seek volunteers for Grand Jury service Board of Supervisors proclaims April is Arts, Culture and Creativity Month in recognition of service from Arts Council of Placer County Five units left: Local workers can still apply to buy a home at Hopkins Village in North Lake Tahoe This week in Placer County history On April 20, 1932, a United Airlines flight took off from the Oakland airport enroute to Reno, Nevada. Onboard the triblade propeller airplane were three crew members, including pilot Harry Huking, and eight passengers. Once they reached the skies above the Sierra foothills, they encountered a storm. As they continued east, the storm grew more powerful until they were buffeted by strong winds and blinding snow. The plane could not remain airborne, and they lost altitude. While scanning the white, heavily forested ground below for a safe place to land, Huking desperately fought the storm for control of his aircraft. He spotted a long, dark strip void of trees: the South Yuba River. He maneuvered the airplane toward the river and battled the weather to control their descent. The co-pilot told everyone they had to make a forced landing and to fasten their seatbelts. The plane landed hard on the river. A wing was sheared off and most of the exterior shell was demolished, but all onboard were able to walk away. Huking received a cut on his forehead, the only injury recorded after the crash. The landing took place near Cisco, California. Some survivors were given rooms at Cisco Grove Resort while others were transported to Truckee where they were given hotel rooms. Many of the passengers credited their survival to the pilot’s skill. Though the landing was not as graceful and it did not take place in a major metropolitan area, Huking’s miracle on the South Yuba River was just as skillful and daring as Captain Chesley Sullenberger’s forced landing on the Hudson River in New York City 77 years later. Photo: South Yuba River and U.S. Route 40 near Cisco, c. 1935 Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Fire Station Open House, Roseville BikeFest, Yeoman– A Celebration of Spring, Solaire Park Dedication Rocklin: Rocklin Civic Celebration, Free Farmers Market Lincoln: Sunset Market Series Auburn: Sunday Markets on Commercial Street ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Upcoming public meetings and events Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council meeting, April 25, 6 p.m. Info Olympic Valley Municipal Advisory Council meeting, May 2, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of a cascading creek in the North Fork American River Canyon was captured by @jlwxthomas on Instagram. Featured story Placer identified as “boomburb” by national GIS company Placer County is working on a “getting growth right” strategy in response to forecasts of continued growth in the region. Recent population estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau revealed Placer County gained roughly 5,500 more residents last year, ranking third for population growth among California counties. Recent data provided by ESRI categorized Placer County as a "boomburb." Boomburbs are new growth markets where young professionals have flocked, often drawn by the qualities of spacious living, ample job opportunities and a vibrant suburban lifestyle. These emerging suburban hubs have many of these characteristics: Well-educated young professionals; 55% are college graduates. High labor force participation at 71.3%; most households have more than two workers. The county's “getting growth right” initiative is one of five county policy priorities identified to ensure county services keep pace with continued growth in western Placer communities. Acting Placer County Executive Officer Daniel Chatigny recently discussed this commitment at a Greater Sacramento Economic Council event in downtown Roseville. Watch video District Attorney Update on pending release of sexually violent predator The pending release of state-designated sexually violent predator William Stephenson remains in question after the Department of State Hospitals indicated this week that a proposed placement location is no longer viable. Read more Recreation Hidden Falls Park: Know before you go Hidden Falls Park is BLOOMING with outdoor activities, but there are things you need to know before springing to the trail. Ensure you have a parking reservation BEFORE your visit, appropriate clothing and shoes, water and snacks. Learn more Housing Final report on rezone program available for public review April 18 A final environmental impact report on the Placer County Housing Element Sites Rezone program is now available for public review. It is available at local libraries, our CDRA office, our Clerk-Recorder’s office and online. Read more Health and safety More options for safe disposal of medication As Placer County prepares to host another free medication take-back event April 27, local agencies are also encouraging residents to use permanent drop boxes and new mail-in options to dispose of medication year-round. Watch video In other news Eastern Regional Landfill and Transfer Station open house event this Earth Day SUN Bucks: The new summer food program for eligible families $$ Placer County Film Office named a finalist for a 2024 emerging location award Times, dates and locations of upcoming rezone public hearings VIDEO: Mosquito Awareness Week - get ready for another intense mosquito season Prepare for delays: I-80 construction season ramps up with likely delays between Colfax and the Nevada state line Did You Know? Placer County has a plan to conserve up to 47,300 acres of land in western Placer County – about 1 ½ times the size of San Francisco. The Placer County Conservation Program, or PCCP, began implementation on Earth Day in 2021. It’s the county’s long-term conservation program to conserve land, and protect agriculture, natural resources, wetlands, streams and species in western Placer County. In just the first three years of implementation, the PCCP already has added approximately 3,888 acres to the reserve system, which is land that is permanently protected. Celebrate the PCCP’s 3rd anniversary this Earth Day! Learn more about the plan and Placer County’s commitment to balancing development and conservation at placerconservation.com. Watch video This week in Placer County history On the morning of April 15, 1931, 4-year-old Peggy Morelli of Lincoln went outside to play. By 9:30 a.m., her mother realized she was gone. The Morelli family and authorities frantically searched, but by early afternoon, Peggy was still missing. It was just before 2 p.m. when C.C. Scott, scoutmaster for the Lincoln Boy Scouts of America, was called to assist with the search. With the help of K.O. Bayless, the Lincoln Grammar School principal, all the Scouts from both the grammar and high school were delivered to the search area. They immediately went to work. According to the April 16, 1931, Lincoln News Messenger: “…the Boy Scouts are trained to hunt systematically and overlook no clue that would possibly lead to discovery of the object they are looking for.” While those involved with the earlier search would simply scan a barren field and move on, the Scouts systematically walked transects through such areas, just like archaeologists conducting a pedestrian survey. After 33 minutes of searching, they found Peggy Morelli alive and well. She had fallen into a large post hole a farmer had dug on the outer edge of his field and she was unable to climb out. Having been trapped for over five hours, she was exhausted and dehydrated, but happy to be found. Photo: School bus outside of the Lincoln Grammar School, c. 1920 Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: WPWMA Trash Bash Rocklin: Rocklin Clean-Up Day Lincoln: Lincoln Area Business Roundtable Loomis: Manga Club Auburn: Downtown Spring Festival, Game Night Colfax: Placer Food Bank Distribution North Lake Tahoe: Ski with a Ranger, Truckee Tahoe Earth 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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Upcoming public meetings and events CANCELED - Donner Summit Municipal Advisory Council meeting, April 18 Info Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council meeting, April 19, 9 a.m. Info Board of Supervisors meeting, April 23, 9 a.m. Info Tahoe Basin Design Review Committee, April 23, 4 p.m. Info North Auburn Ophir Fire Safe Council meeting, April 23, 4 p.m. Info Planning Commission meeting, April 25, 9 a.m. Info Firewise 101: Q&A in Foresthill, April 25, 5 p.m. Info Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council meeting, April 25, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of resting clouds in North Lake Tahoe was taken by @finnfsflicks on Instagram. Featured story Coming together to support Placer’s vulnerable youth April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and partners across the county are coming together to support Placer County's families in creating safe, healthy and nurturing homes in which children can thrive. The month kicked off with a proclamation from our Board of Supervisors and a blue pinwheel garden at the historic Auburn courthouse. Recent MDIC reports show an increase in child forensic interviews, making education and prevention more important than ever before. In Placer, anyone can call the county’s child welfare team toll-free at 866-293-1940 to make a report if you suspect a child is being abused or neglected. Upcoming activities throughout Child Abuse Prevention Month include: Wear Blue Day on Friday, April 5 Trainings and workshops on key topics like internet safety Victim & Survivor Brunch in tandem with Crime Victims’ Rights Week, hosted by the Placer Justice Foundation Child and Family Resource Fair with activities, giveaways and more April 25 View a full calendar of events Elections Primary election canvass and certification completed We’re pleased to announce that March presidential primary results are now certified after completion of the canvass and audits (including a manual tally of randomly selected ballots) verified votes were counted correctly. Learn more Wildfire Where should we focus wildfire mitigation efforts? Your feedback matters! Help shape forest health treatments in Placer County by taking a short survey on what's most important to you regarding wildfire risk: property, wildlife, recreation areas or something else? Take survey Planning Progress on meeting regional housing needs outlined in annual report The Placer Planning Department provided an annual progress report to our Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission last week to outline progress on housing needs, projects in the pipeline and General Plan amendments. Watch video Working here Go for gold: 550+ Placer employees participate in National Walking Day From Tahoe City to south Placer, county employees across the region got outside this week and celebrated National Walking Day on Wednesday. See more of this annual health and wellness tradition in our recap video. Watch video In other news Over $3 million available for projects that improve air quality in Placer County UC Master Gardeners of Placer County: Turn "Waste" into a "Resource" Video: How Recycling Happens at the WPWMA Pioneer launches online marketplace to make shopping for solar easier This week in Placer County history On the afternoon of April 2, 1900, a violent storm descended on the small town of Sheridan. Thunder rolled across western Placer County followed by flashes of lightning. Icy pellets of hail rained down as the skies darkened and the wind howled. Off to the southwest, a large black cloud ominously drew closer. A conical-shaped, dark appendage slowly reached from the black cloud and touched the ground just 2 miles south of Sheridan. It was a tornado. The tornado wreaked havoc on the Mitchell and Greitman ranches, destroying barns, sheds, a blacksmith shop and about a dozen outhouses. The twister maimed trees leaving mangled stumps in its wake. It swallowed an entire chicken coop and de-feathered or killed over 50 fowl. As it entered Sheridan, it collapsed a porch, pulled shingles off the school, damaged a windmill and then slowly lifted from the ground and dispersed. It was over. Aside from the loss of structures and some chickens, no one was hurt. Since 1951, California has averaged six tornadoes per year, far fewer than states east of the Rocky Mountains such as Kansas (55 per year) or Oklahoma (82 per year). And most in the Golden State are relatively weak, ranging from EF0 to EF1. Since 1951, there have been five recorded tornadoes in Placer County. The last was in Lincoln on Jan. 9, 2017. Be ready for tornadoes and other natural disasters. Learn how at www.readyplacer.org Photo: Sheridan “school bus,” c. 1900 Fun things to do this week Spring wildfire preparedness events Auburn: Christian Valley Wildfire Preparedness Day, Stop the Embers Foresthill: Firewise Communities Open House, Land Tender Summit - West Community Forum, Wildfire Community Preparedness Day, Free Green Waste Day Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Food Truck Mania Lincoln: Woman's Clubhouse 100 year Anniversary, Sunset Market Series, Callejeros Car Show & Dance Auburn: Ramble and Roam Kid’s Day – 9-12 yrs Colfax: Bingo Fundraiser for SVCC North Lake Tahoe: Live Music at Alpine Deck ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Placer County Child Care Advisory Upcoming public meetings and events Granite Bay Municipal Advisory Council Meeting meeting, April 4, 6 p.m. Info CANCELED - Olympic Valley Municipal Advisory Council meeting, April 4 Info Board of Supervisors meeting, April 9, 9 a.m. Info Meadow Vista Municipal Advisory Council meeting, April 8, 6 p.m. Info Planning Commission meeting, April 11, 10 a.m. Info North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council meeting, April 11, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of blooming tulips in Loomis was taken by @bennetthomestead on Instagram. Featured story Liberty Healthcare seeking to locate sexually violent predator near tribal land A location near tribal land is being considered for the placement of Sexually Violent Predator William Stephenson according to the Department of State Hospitals contractor, Liberty Healthcare. This information was made public during a Placer County Superior Court hearing earlier this week. DSH has requested a 30-day extension to allow time to contact the tribal community to discuss the housing placement. Learn more Community care Child Abuse Prevention Month kicks off with events throughout April Our Board of Supervisors declared April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Placer County, kicking off a month-long series of activities and events culminating with the county’s annual Child and Family Resource Fair. Learn more North Lake Tahoe Receive up to $2,220 to install a bear box! Our Bear Box Grant Program is now open! Placer County property owners in the Tahoe Basin can receive up to $2,200 to install a bear-resistant garbage can, also known as a bear box. Funding is limited so apply today! Learn more Wildfire prevention Auburn and Foresthill community wildfire preparedness events In April and May, events in Foresthill and Auburn will equip residents with knowledge and resources to reduce wildfire risks. Activities include defensible space work, green waste removal and wildfire mitigation forums. Learn more Property taxes Second installment of property taxes due soon The Placer County Treasurer-Tax Collector is reminding property owners to avoid property tax penalties by paying the second installment of property taxes by Wednesday, April 10, at 5 p.m. for the 2023-2024 tax year. Read more In other news Placer County’s Regional Forest Health Coordinator Kerri Timmer to speak at North Tahoe Community Alliance’s First Tuesday Breakfast, April 2 Have questions about parking in Kings Beach? Replay our consultant Q&A from our March meeting Tahoe National Forest plans to reduce wildfire risk surrounding Alpine Meadows and Olympic Valley communities This week in Placer County history On March 23, 1973, the population of Meadow Vista increased by one as former prisoner of war Commander Robert Schweitzer was welcomed to his new home. Commander Schweitzer, a Navy pilot who was shot down during a bombing mission in January of 1968, was held by the North Vietnamese for over five years. Some 400 people greeted him amid sirens, firecrackers and flags. His wife bought the house in Meadow Vista in 1971, hoping the rural setting would make life easier for their two teenage sons. According to the March 28, 1973 Auburn Journal, Schweitzer remarked, “The changes in America – things like styles and the hair-dos, including my sons’ – I had been told to expect, but if this is the new American, then I love it!” Commander Schweitzer was freed as part of Operation Homecoming, a deal struck in 1973 between U.S. and North Vietnam officials in which nearly 600 POWs were returned to the U.S. Like many POWs, Commander Schweitzer had difficulty adjusting to normal life. He had to stay busy. He began taking business classes at Sacramento State and rarely declined an organization’s invitation to speak. And so it was on January 24, 1974, that he realized he was late for a speaking engagement after class and talking with friends. He drove too fast on Interstate 80 and as he approached Penryn, he lost control and crashed. He was killed instantly. He had been home for just ten months. His ashes were scattered at sea from the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Ranger. Photo: Commander Robert Schweitzer at his homecoming on March 23, 1973 (Auburn Journal Photo Collection) Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Friday Night Flicks: The Sandlot Lincoln: Lincoln Host Lions Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Fowler Ranch farmer’s market Auburn: Unique Characters of Auburn ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Placer County Child Care Advisory Upcoming public meetings and events Foresthill Forum, April 1, 7 p.m. Info CANCELED: Olympic Valley Municipal Advisory Council, April 4, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week 🌷Spring is here! This #PlacerLife photo of the Historic Auburn Courthouse and surrounding Genie Magnolia blossoms was posted by @danielberlant on Instagram. Featured story Placer County Sheriff’s Office hosts multi-agency avalanche training in Sierra Nevada Given the abundance of ski resorts and outdoor adventures in Tahoe, the Sheriff’s Office recently hosted a multi-agency avalanche training exercise calling it essential that first responders be equipped with the skills needed to locate and rescue individuals caught in avalanches. A huge thank you to everyone involved in coordinating this vital training. Watch video Development West Placer development update webinar now online Supervisors Bonnie Gore and Shanti Landon hosted a webinar last week to update the community on growth in west Placer. Topics included plans for housing, traffic, water resources and an update on the Sac State Placer Center. Watch video Animal Services 89 kittens and counting: Learn about kitten fostering from a veteran It's kitten season! Last year, Animal Services took in 684 kittens, but was short on foster volunteers. This year we need 20 more volunteers for kitten season, which is kicking off now and continues through summer. Watch video Housing Placer County adds one-story, one-bedroom ADU plan Placer County has added a new pre-reviewed plan for a one-bedroom accessory dwelling unit that meets California’s current building standards and will help property owners bypass lengthy review processes prior to construction. Read more Recreation Spring has arrived! Get outdoors and explore Placer’s beautiful trails Almond blossoms, poppies and other colorful wildflowers are popping up throughout the region. The timing presents a great opportunity to get outdoors! Find the best hikes in Placer County from our partners at Visit Placer. Learn more In other news Know a young person who is passionate about making a difference? Invite them to join the Placer County Youth Commission Placer’s Economic Development division seeking volunteers to create sustainable and equitable mobility in the Greater Sacramento region Rewatch our latest parking management meetings in Kings Beach (in Spanish and English) This week in Placer County history On March 17, 1954, actor Tom Tully visited his future brother-in-law, Ernie Caddel, in Roseville. Caddel was a successful businessman who operated Roseville’s Crockard Caddel Chevrolet dealership. His sister, the former Mrs. Ida Johnson, was set to wed the Hollywood actor later that summer. According to the March 19, 1954, Roseville Press Tribune, Tully said, “that they plan a honeymoon trip to Europe or Africa or just about any spot in the world except the Hawaiian Islands.” Tully had just returned from Hawaii, where he was on location for his film, “The Caine Mutiny,” and felt he’d seen enough of the islands to last a while. Tully played the role of Lt. Cmdr. William H. De Vreiss for which he earned a Best Supporting Actor nomination for the 27th Academy Awards in 1955. Ernie Caddel was also a bit of a celebrity. He played football at Stanford University under legendary coach Pop Warner and enjoyed a career as a standout halfback in the National Football League with the Portsmouth, Ohio, Spartans who eventually moved from Portsmouth to Detroit, Michigan, to become the Detroit Lions. He led the 1935 Lions to their first NFL championship. He bought an interest in Roseville’s Crockard Chevrolet in 1945 and became the primary owner in 1959. Tully’s 1954 marriage to Johnson was his third and her second, but it was the one that lasted. They were married until his death in 1982. Top photo: Tom Tully, c. 1943 Bottom photo: Ernie Caddel, c. 1965 (from our Auburn Journal photo collection) Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Night out at the Museum: 10 Years and Counting of Bad Indians: A Tribal Memoir, Breakfast with the Bunny Rocklin: Easter Story Time at the Firestation, Lincoln: Special Needs Welcome Easter Party & Egg Hunt Auburn: Canyon View Preserve Anniversary Party, Full Worm Moon Moonlight Hike at Big Hill Preserve Colfax: Nevada County Food Bank North Lake Tahoe: 200-FOOT Banana Split Extravaganza at Tahoe Donner, Luggi Foeger Uphill/Downhill Festival, Tahoe Gifting X Alibi 1st Annual Brunch and Brews ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Placer County Child Care Advisory Upcoming public meetings and events CANCELED - Horseshoe Bar / Penryn Municipal Advisory Council meeting, March 26 Info Board of Supervisors meeting, March 26, 9 a.m. Info Tahoe Basin Design Review Committee meeting, March 26, 4 p.m. Info North Auburn Ophir Fire Safe Council meeting, March 26, 4 p.m. Info Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council meeting, March 28, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This gorgeous #PlacerLife photo of the sunset in Lincoln was taken by @lesliewellsphoto on Instagram. Featured story Placer County takes step toward removing decades-old bridge debris from American River This week we took another step toward removing metal and concrete bridge debris that has been sitting in the American River for 60 years. Our Board of Supervisors took action Tuesday to approve a contract with Dokken Engineering of Folsom for environmental consulting that will result in a plan to remove remnants from the state Route 49 bridge that was washed out after the Hell Hole Dam failed during a weather event in 1964. Read more Infrastructure Board of Supervisors certifies final Yankee Jims Bridge replacement EIR Our Board of Supervisors has certified the final environmental impact report for the Yankee Jims Bridge Replacement Project, anticipated to begin construction within the next year. The original Yankee Jims Bridge will remain in place. Watch video Elections Primary election results will be updated twice a week until certified In the March primary, 89% of Placer County voters cast their votes using their vote-by-mail ballot, and the Elections Office must verify each and every one. Visit the Elections website every Tuesday and Friday for updates. See results North Lake Tahoe Join our Parking Management Program meetings next week in Kings Beach County staff and our consultant will hold three meetings next week to collect input on the draft Kings Beach Phase 1 Parking Management Implementation Plan and discuss a mobility hub in North Tahoe, which could feature e-bikes. Learn more Public safety Sheriff’s Office warns residents to beware of bitcoin scam A message from the Placer County Sheriff’s Office: Our property crimes unit has observed a concerning increase in scams revolving around transferring money into bitcoin. Please assist us with spreading awareness. Learn more In other news Register for next week’s West Placer development webinar, which will provide a special update on the Sac State Placer Center and more PCWA makes progress on Shady Glen Community (Colfax) consolidation Put measles on the spot: Check with your doctor on family immunization status Placer Environmental Health team recognized by CalEPA for exemplary hazmat, hazardous waste efforts Time change got you tired? Resources for quality sleep This week in Placer County history On March 14, 1943, the Placer Junior College (now Sierra College) in Auburn hosted Ivan Jacobsen to talk about his experience as a civilian prisoner of Nazi Germany after they invaded Norway. After graduating from the University of Washington in 1939, Jacobsen went on a bicycle tour of Europe. He was in Norway on April 9, 1940, when the Nazis invaded. He volunteered with the United States embassy in Oslo to help evacuate American citizens but in December 1940 he was arrested by Gestapo agents and thrown into an over-crowded jail. He hatched a plan to escape by faking a case of appendicitis knowing it would be easier to escape from a hospital than a jail. His plan worked, but he turned himself in after Nazis threatened to harm Norwegian citizens who aided in his escape. He later purposely broke his arm and planned to escape from a hospital once again. But the U.S. government intervened and offered to exchange him for a captured German agent, which the Nazis agreed to. Jacobsen returned to the U.S. in 1941. Jacobsen toured the United States and gave his testimony about Nazi crimes as part of the Victory Speakers program sponsored by the defense councils of various states and local governments. The California, Placer County and Auburn Defense Councils sponsored Jacobsen’s talk at Placer Junior College. Photo: From our collection, the 1943 Placer Junior College yearbook (Phoenix) Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Food Truck Mania, Courts at Gibson Park - Grand Opening Lincoln: Fowler Ranch Certified Farmer’s Market Auburn: Game Night, March After Hours Networking Mixer Colfax: Monthly Bingo North Lake Tahoe: Winter Beach Party at Tahoe Donner, Algae Blooms at Lake Tahoe: TERC, Tech, and You ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Placer County Child Care Advisory Upcoming public meetings and events North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council meeting, March 14, 6 p.m. Info Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council meeting, March 15, 9 a.m. Info CANCELED - Newcastle/Ophir Municipal Advisory Council meeting, March 18 Info Rural Lincoln Municipal Advisory Council meeting, March 18, 6 p.m. Info Placer Conservation Authority special meeting, March 19, 3 p.m. Info Foresthill / Iowa Hill Fire Safe Council meeting, March 19, 5:30 p.m. Info Greater Lincoln Area Fire Safe Council meeting, March 19, 6 p.m. Info West Placer Municipal Advisory Council meeting, March 20, 6:30 p.m. Info Fire Safe Alliance meeting, March 21, 10 a.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of a puppy atop a snowy staircase in Tahoe City was taken by @kbiggers23 on Instagram. Featured story The count continues at the Placer County Elections Office Election Day is over, but the elections staff are still hard at work verifying and counting every eligible ballot cast in the March 5 primary. Early election results are available on the elections website and will be updated every Tuesday and Friday until certified. See the results Wildfire prevention Protect your community & forests: Land Tender forums Placer County residents are invited to participate in a series of upcoming community forums in Auburn, North Lake Tahoe, Foresthill and a virtual option, focusing on mitigating wildfire risk to communities and other critical assets. Learn more Tax season 💲💲 in your pocket: Get free help filing taxes Placer County’s free tax prep program generated $48,428 in returns in just one recent week. Are you next? Take advantage of tax credits. Eligible individuals and families can file online or make a drop-off appointment. Learn more Regional leadership Celebrating International Women’s Day in Placer County Want to know the secret to Placer’s success? Collaboration. As we recognize women leaders, read how Placer works together to address the complex issues facing our region. Learn more in Comstock Magazine’s March edition. Read profile Roads Roads crews continue 24-hour snow plow With 6 to 8 feet of snowfall this week, Placer County Roads Division has made significant progress to open 250 miles of county roadways and is expected to reach its goal of all roads being open to two-lane traffic this weekend. Read more In other news In Roseville: Widening of Pleasant Grove Boulevard set to begin Health & Human Services programs are now fully open at the new HHS Center in Auburn! This week in Placer County history On March 6, 1976, Ray Dredding, who had been riding the rails for nearly half of his 57 years, tampered with the brakes of a freight train to slow it down so he could safely hop off in Lincoln. He knew the train was bound for the summit, and he wasn’t dressed for the cold. But when he manipulated the brakes, they failed, and the freight train was unable to slow down for a slow-moving work train directly ahead of it. Just before the collision, a Southern Pacific employee, W.H. Austin, leapt from the caboose of the work train. According to the March 10, 1976, Auburn Journal: “Jospeh Grenko and Albert Marske, respectively the engineer and fireman of the freight train, were able to leap to safety as did their non-paying fare, Dredding, who’d been riding on a flat car. All were treated at Roseville Community Hospital for minor injuries.” The collision derailed four cars from the freight train and twisted steel railroad tracks. Southern Pacific engineers estimated the damage to be $500,000. Dredding was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison. Photo: March 10, 1976, Auburn Journal photo of part of the train wreck outside of Lincoln. Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Movie Club @ Downtown Library Lincoln: Fowler Ranch Certified Farmers’ Market North Lake Tahoe: Alpenglow Winter Speaker Series – Dave Nettle ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Placer County Child Care Advisory Upcoming public meetings and events Granite Bay Municipal Advisory Council meeting, March 7, 6 p.m. Info Board of Supervisors meeting, March 12, 9 a.m. Info CANCELED - North Auburn Municipal Advisory Council meeting, March 12 Info Sheridan Municipal Advisory Council meeting, March 13, 6 p.m. Info Planning Commission meeting, March 14, 10 a.m. Info North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council meeting, March 14, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week Following the Stifel Palisades World Cup concert last weekend, actor and rapper Ludacris took this #PlacerLife photo with @placer_sheriff’s Office deputies to thank them for their assistance leaving the event. Featured story Severe winter storm slamming Placer County According to the National Weather Service, a major winter storm is expected to bring extremely heavy mountain snow, foothill snow, strong winds and widespread rain to Placer County today through Sunday. Our Placer County offices officially closed in the Tahoe area today at 3 p.m. and will remain closed through Saturday, March 2, to ensure the safety of the public and our employees during the current winter storm. This includes our Community Development Resource Agency, Department of Public Works engineering division, Health and Human Services, Tahoe City and Kings Beach libraries, Department of Probation, District Attorney’s Office and executive offices. Essential services and vote centers will continue operating throughout the storm. Here are some resources you may find useful in the event of storm impacts: - For emergencies call 9-1-1 - For information or non-emergency resources or assistance, call 2-1-1 - For reporting downed trees or localized flooding contact the Placer County Roads Division for non-emergencies at 530-745-7565 or pcroads@placer.ca.gov - For snow-load safety tips, click here Our Roads Division is out in full force, prepared to take on the winter storm around the clock to help keep roads open for emergency services and voting. Watch video CAL FIRE/Placer County Fire Department Chief Brian Estes shares what his unit is doing to prepare for the incoming blizzard, which is forecast to bring up to 100 inches of snow to the higher elevations of the Sierra Nevada. Watch video For the latest information, current weather, road conditions, power outages and more, visit our ReadyPlacer Dashboard, here. West Placer What’s up with all the mosquitoes in west Placer lately? Rice field mosquitoes have been especially active in recent weeks in western Placer County. This species of mosquito does not spread disease in our community right now, but there are still things you can do to help fight the bite. Learn more Community development SMUD solar field will power west Placer, show how ag and solar can mix Our Board of Supervisors took action Tuesday to approve a 1,170-acre solar panel facility that will provide power to SMUD customers in west Placer County - and showcase how agriculture and solar can thrive together. Read more Elections The Placer County Elections Office is “weather ready” No matter how you choose to cast your ballot in the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary, the Elections Office is here to assist you. With inclement weather on the way, be sure to look at your voting options and make a plan to vote. Learn more North Lake Tahoe Traffic mobility takes a step forward in North Lake Tahoe with project funding approvals Our Board of Supervisors approved additional funding for expanded mobility options in North Lake Tahoe as transient occupancy tax funds totaling nearly $2.8 million were finalized at their meeting last week. Learn more In other news Animal Services recognizes community donors who’ve helped expand low-cost spay and neutering program Watch: Placer County offers update on the Lake Tahoe Destination Stewardship Plan Leap into 🐶 Love: $29 Leap Day pet adoption special runs through March Watch: Placer County Deputy CEO details strategic priorities in North Lake Tahoe Placer County announces upcoming parking and mobility hub meetings in Kings Beach This week in Placer County history On March 1, 1888, Auburn Firehouse #1 received a new rattler hose cart to help their volunteer firemen fight fires. The cart, although it could be drawn by horse, was typically drawn by men. It came with a brass coupling that could split the flow of water into two separate streams. Auburn was no stranger to fires, and several have scorched the small city. Two of the worst, which centered in what is now Old Town Auburn, occurred in 1855 and in 1905. The tools and methods to fight fires have evolved over time. Makeshift bucket brigades where a bucket of water drawn from a well was handed from person to person, the last tossing the contents onto the flames, were mostly ineffective. Later in the 19th century, organized volunteer fire departments, fire hydrants and hose carts greatly improved a city’s ability to fight fires. The new rattler hose cart was described in the March 3, 1888, Placer Herald as: “…a beauty. It has as many pretty fixtures as a lady’s toilet service. The wheels are 6 feet high, of a rich cream color, and striped. All the mountings are nickel-plated. The bell, by a special attachment, will ring twice with every revolution of the wheels. The hose reel can be turned by a crank, which is an improvement over the old carts.” The article went on to describe the toolbox attachment and a space for an ax and a crowbar. The hose itself had a special connector to attach to a ladder. Auburn Firehouse #1 was built in 1888 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. It is on the corner of El Dorado Street and Lincoln Way. Photo: Auburn Hose Company #1 at Firehouse #1 with the rattler hose cart, c. 1890 Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: City of Roseville Career Fair, Movie Club @ Downtown Library Lincoln: Fowler Ranch Certified Farmers’ Market Auburn: Auburn Winds: Steppin’ Out For Spring North Lake Tahoe: Alpenglow Winter Speaker Series – Dave Nettle ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Placer County Child Care Advisory Upcoming public meetings and events Foresthill Forum, March 4, 6 p.m. Info CANCELED - Olympic Valley Municipal Advisory Council meeting, March 7 Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of skiers in North Lake Tahoe was taken by @visttahoecity on Instagram. Featured story What’s the story behind the “10th Mountain Division Memorial Highway” signs on Highway 89? Maybe you've driven by the "10th Mountain Division Memorial Highway" signs on your way to the mountain resorts along state Route 89. And maybe you've wondered, why here? There's no official connection to the 10th at all here, really. But in fact, the Tahoe we know and love today - and America's experience of mountain sports in general - would look a lot different if it weren't for the 10th. In our latest episode of "The Placer Life," the second of our four-part miniseries about the ways World War II changed life in Placer County, we share the incredible story of the 10th's heroic efforts during World War II - and how veterans of the 10th changed the way we look at the mountains forever. Listen Law enforcement World-class security for a world-class ski event: Placer leads the way In collaboration with Placer County Emergency Management, the Placer County Sheriff’s Office is ready to oversee security operations at this week’s Stifel Palisades World Cup in Olympic Valley - ensuring a safe, secure experience. Read more Wildfire prevention Boosting French Meadows restoration for a greener future Placer awarded a contract to spearhead fuel reduction services across various land units surrounding the French Meadows Reservoir. The move advances critical forest health initiatives in the Middle Fork American River watershed. Learn more Library Board allocates first $25,000 of library legacy donation Our Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved the first $25,000 installment of a $300,000 legacy donation to the Placer County Library. The donation, from the estate of Marjorie Kaff, will enhance the library's nonfiction collection. Read more Film Placer Tahoe From the foothills to Lake Tahoe: Watch our Placer Fam Tour Tour Placer County with our film office as we take you through stunning locations from the rich farmlands and industrial sites of the valley, to the rivers and forests of the foothills, to the sparkling blue waters of Lake Tahoe. Watch video In other news Placer County Superior Court seeks volunteers for Grand Jury service Placer Registrar of Voters shares important details about March 5 primary on CapRadio’s “Insight” Placer County staff advances Tahoe biomass project, seeking public-private partnership This week in Placer County history On Feb. 18, 1937, the Bergtholdt Nursery in Newcastle shipped 10 Boysenberry plants to Berchtesgaden, Germany, site of Hitler’s retreat. The plants were ordered by the office of the Führer. A little over a year later, Hitler began a series of moves that eventually led to the outbreak of World War II. The Bergtholdt Nursery was initially owned and operated by Jacob Bergtholdt. His son, Henry, enlisted in the U.S. Navy during World War II and served in the Pacific Theater. The Boysenberry was a new variety that only became commercially available in 1935. During the Great Depression, Rudolph Boysen, a Swedish immigrant, developed the hybrid berry on his Napa County farm by crossing loganberry, raspberry and blackberry. The fruit produced are large and succulent. Boysen sold his ranch and moved to Anaheim, California. Eventually, a sample of his hybrid plant was acquired by George Darrow, a berry fruit specialist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Darrow introduced the variety to a small fruit grower in Southern California named Walter Knott. Knott loved the berry and worked with the USDA to have the plant named after its progenitor. Knott and his wife made preserves and pies with the berries that became so popular that he had to build attractions for people to enjoy while they waited in line for their products. Thus, Knott’s Berry Farm was born. Photo: Wedding dress worn by Mabel Carrie Culver at her wedding to Jacob Bergtholdt in 1905. From the Placer County Museums’ collection. Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Be Well Roseville: Leap Into Fitness Workout Circuit, Movie Club @ The Downtown Library Lincoln: Fowler Ranch Certified Farmer’s Market ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Placer County Child Care Advisory Upcoming public meetings and events Board of Supervisors meeting, Feb. 26, 9 a.m. Info Board of Supervisors meeting, Feb. 27, 9 a.m. Info Tahoe Basin Design Review Committee meeting, Feb. 27, 4 p.m. Info North Auburn Ophir Fire Safe Council meeting, Feb. 27, 4 p.m. Info Human Services offices closed, Feb. 28. 8-10:30 a.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of a chain control station on Interstate 80 was taken by @chp_truckee on Instagram. Three storms are expected to hit the region over the next week, bringing more rain and snow. Stay safe out there. Featured story Placer County takes monumental step forward on regional forensic lab project Our Board of Supervisors this week took a huge step toward making the Placer County District Attorney’s Office forensic crime laboratory project a reality, voting to move the project into its first phase of planning. The project is an innovative and collaborative effort between the DA’s Office, the Sheriff’s Office, the Placer County Executive Office, Sacramento State and others. Forensic evidence is often critical in criminal cases. Currently, the District Attorney’s Office contracts with the California Department of Justice to analyze all its forensic evidence, which can take from nine to 12 months or more – delaying justice for both the victims and the accused. This project is part of the future Sacramento State Placer Center and will provide forensic students hands-on experience through the university’s criminal justice program, while addressing current forensic backlog issues. Learn more Housing Board takes action to emphasize flexibility within Rezone Program To continue meeting state requirements while maintaining as much flexibility as possible, our Board of Supervisors took action to refine a list of properties for consideration within the Housing Element Sites Rezone program. Read more Health and Human Services Auburn’s new HHS Center begins opening to the public Health and Human Services programs in Auburn are transitioning to the new, consolidated HHS Center. This “one-stop” service center opened its doors this week. Find a schedule and view a video about the building. Learn more & watch video Homelessness Supervisors formally oppose Proposition 1 on March ballot Our Board of Supervisors has passed a resolution to oppose Prop 1, which would provide $6.38 billion from general obligation bonds to house more homeless residents - but reduce local control and funding for county health services. Learn more County services Love was in the air in Placer County this Valentine’s Day Ten happy couples said “I do” at the Clerk-Recorder-Elections Office yesterday. Performing over 650 ceremonies a year, the office is proud to offer multiple wedding venues and a host of extras like photography, bouquets and rings. Learn more In other news Placer County named one of America’s top places to work (and #1 government agency of our size in California) FREE first hour of chipping service available - schedule now! This week in Placer County history On Feb. 10, 1934, George Anderson entered the Holsclaw Feed Store just before closing time. When he approached the counter where young Arthur Holsclaw was working, he drew a pistol and aimed it at the young man’s stomach. Anderson demanded money and asked for the paper bills first, which Holsclaw pulled from the cash drawer and handed over. Then Anderson demanded the silver, and Holsclaw pulled out the silver drawer and sat it down on the counter. Anderson began to scoop out the change with one hand, but with each passing microsecond, the immense pressure of time grew. He put the gun down on the counter and scooped the change with both hands. Holsclaw snatched the gun and fired two shots into the floor. Anderson begged him not to shoot and gave up. The elder Holsclaw, alerted by the shots, quickly ran to the store from his house next door. He and a customer tied Anderson up with bailing wire. Anderson was promptly arrested and transported to the Placer County Jail. He pled guilty at his trial, and because this was his third felony, Judge Landis sentenced him to life at Folsom Prison. He would be eligible for parole in 12 years, but Anderson was already 69 years of age. He died in 1940 and is buried in the Newcastle Cemetery. Photo from the Placer County Museums Collection: The Holsclaw Feed Store safe. It is on display at the Placer County Archives and Collections Facility located at 11526 C Avenue in North Auburn on the DeWitt Government Center campus. Learn more Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Night Out at the Museum: California’s Native Voices, Be Well Roseville: Leap into Fitness Circuit Workout, Movie Club @ The Downtown Library Lincoln: Valentines on the Placer Wine Trail ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Placer County Child Care Advisory Upcoming public meetings and events Board of Supervisors meeting, Feb. 20, 9 a.m. Info Foresthill, Iowa Hill Fire Safe Council meeting, Feb. 20, 5:30 p.m. Info Greater Lincoln Area Fire Safe Council meeting, Feb. 20, 6 p.m. Info Weimar, Applegate, Colfax Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Feb. 21, 6 p.m. Info Planning Commission meeting, Feb. 22, 10 a.m. Info Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council meeting, Feb. 22, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week Following a series of storms, this #PlacerLife photo of the Colfax Market and a gorgeous sunset was taken by @justice_jess1821 and posted on Instagram. Featured story Placer County unveils state-of-the-art Health and Human Services Center in Auburn This week we unveiled our new Health and Human Services Center at a ribbon cutting ceremony on the Government Center campus. The center, a “one-stop” service center for Auburn and the foothills area, improves public access to services and replaces the multiple World War II-era facilities that had previously housed HHS programs ranging from mental health and substance use treatment to public benefits. The facility consolidates existing staff and services from six divisions and is the county’s first zero-net-energy facility, generating as much electricity as it consumes over the course of a year using photovoltaic panels. HHS services from six divisions will begin operation in the new building over the course of the next month. Learn more and watch video Elections Elections Office shares information about voting in upcoming primary The Placer County Elections Office announces the start of the voting period and provides voters with important dates and details regarding the casting of their ballots for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election. Learn more Community development Draft EIR on Housing Element Rezone program out for review A draft environmental impact report on the Housing Element Sites Rezone program is now available for public review and comment through March 18. The documents are accessible for review at our local libraries and online. Read more Defensible space Need to clean up? Act now for a FREE hour of chipping service The Placer Resource Conservation District is offering a FREE hour of chipping service for requests made between Feb. 10 - 29. After the first hour, homeowners will be billed at the regular rate of $80 per hour. Restrictions apply. Learn more Public safety Congressman brings national attention to crime fighting in Placer U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley recently spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to publicly commend the Placer County District Attorney’s Office for its efforts to stop retail theft using window signs to put thieves on alert. Watch video In other news 211 Day is 2/11! 211 Placer can connect you to community resources. Explore new data dashboard Placer County to launch environmental review of Boatworks at Tahoe redevelopment project WATCH: Kings Beach Parking Management meeting in Spanish | Reunión Comunitaria Tocante al Estacionamiento en Kings Beach Placer County Elections Office urgently recruiting Election Aides to serve in upcoming primary This week in Placer County history The morning of Feb. 7, 1951, rumors circulated around Lincoln, California, that the powerful atomic blasts at the Nevada Test Site could be felt as far away as their little town. Many pointed to a freshly broken pane of glass on the door of the post office as evidence. Postmaster Ray Miner set the record straight. According to the Feb, 8 Lincoln News Messenger, Miner said, “’twern’t no atomic blast, it was just a 12-year-old youngster.” The Lincoln Post Office changed their open hours and began locking their glass door at 6 p.m. The 12-year-old simply ran into the door expecting it to open. Nuclear testing at the Nevada Test Site was conducted from Jan. 27, 1951, to Sept, 23, 1992. Of the 928 tests the federal government acknowledges, 828 were underground tests. Several factors, including distance, geology and weather patterns, sheltered Placer County residents from experiencing the blasts or suffering effects from the radioactive fallout, but that didn’t stop people from worrying. In a 1984 article in the Journal of the American Medical Association, physician Carl Johnson reported increases of leukemia, brain tumors, gastrointestinal cancer, thyroid cancer, melanoma (skin cancer), bone cancer and breast cancer in people living in southwestern Utah where most of the radioactive fallout was located. The U.S. ended nuclear testing on Sept. 23, 1992. The Feb. 8, 1951, Lincoln News Messenger ended their article with “The door took a severe beating, but the “atomic blast” was reported as uninjured.” Photo: Nuclear blast at the Nevada Test Site with the 11th Airborne Division in the foreground, c. 1951 Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Be Well Roseville: Heart Health Clinic, Movie Club @ The Downtown Library Rocklin: Jessup International Night Market Lincoln: Valentines on the Placer Wine Trail Auburn: Downtown Auburn Shop Crawl, Starlight Ball ($) ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Agricultural Commission Civil Service Commission County Audit Committee Housing Development Advisory Taskforce Placer County Child Care Advisory Upcoming public meetings and events Board of Supervisors meeting, Feb. 13, 9 a.m. Info North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council and Olympic Valley Municipal Advisory Council joint meeting, Feb. 15, 6 p.m. Info 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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Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo captured from along Eagle Rock Trail was posted by @visittahoecity on Instagram. Featured story The anatomy of a rockslide cleanup: Watch how our Roads Division crews removed boulders from Old Foresthill Road Last week, our Roads Division received a report of a weather-related rockslide on Old Foresthill Road near Mammoth Bar. A number of large boulders blocked the road, too big for county equipment to handle. Thank you to our Roads Division team for quickly hiring a contractor to blast the rocks into smaller pieces, which allowed them to clear and repair the road for a safe reopening in just a few days time. Watch our summary video Check out our Instagram Reel of the blast that went viral over the weekend Free tax help Get free help with your taxes and maximize your refund! Placer County Human Services is now providing free tax assistance to eligible individuals and families through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. Anyone earning income up to $65,000 in 2023 is eligible. Make an appointment Preparedness Winter storm incoming. Stay informed, stay ready Take advantage of this weekend’s nice weather to prepare for an incoming winter storm. Get winter season preparedness tips, here. Bookmark our ReadyPlacer Dashboard for current incidents, road and weather conditions, and more, here. Community workshop Housing Element Rezone workshop moved up to Feb. 13 The Placer County Board of Supervisors will host a community workshop on the proposed Housing Element Sites Rezone project at 2 p.m. on Feb. 13 in the Planning Commission Chambers, 3091 County Center Drive in Auburn. Learn more North Lake Tahoe Placer County expands parking management to Northstar resort Our Board of Supervisors this week approved an agreement with Northstar California Resort to provide backup enforcement of parking restrictions this winter - aiming to alleviate traffic congestion along state Route 267. Learn More In other news A window into their world: Caregivers, family can sign up for free Virtual Dementia Tour There’s still time to sign up for the District Attorney’s Citizens Academy Placer County Elections Office to hold voter education workshops Enhance your property’s defensible space with the Placer County Chipper Program George Alves appointed to Placer County Planning Commission This week in Placer County history On Jan. 20, 1950, longtime owner and editor of the Auburn Journal, Bert Cassidy, passed away. He was born in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, in 1889, but moved with his family to Pullman, Washington, where he graduated high school. After high school, he attended Washington State College and, in 1909, moved to northwest Washington, where he got his first newspaper experience at Metaline Falls. In 1912, he moved to Truckee, where he purchased the Truckee Republican newspaper. In 1914, he married Jane McIver, and they started a family, eventually having six children. In 1919, Cassidy purchased the Auburn Journal and moved his family to Auburn. He ran both newspapers for a while but later sold the Truckee Republican to focus solely on the Auburn Journal. He often worked into the early morning hours, and his devotion to the newspaper helped increase the subscription list from 500 to over 4,000. He was active in a variety of fraternity organizations, served on several boards and, during World War I, served as a first lieutenant in the Officers Reserve Corps of the Military Intelligence Section. In 1928, the ever-busy Cassidy was elected to the California State Senate, where he served one term. He did not run for re-election. He returned to working full time at his newspaper where the motto, “if you did it, and we publish it, blame yourself, not us,” was his guiding force. Cassidy was a staunch supporter of winter sports and helped organize several winter events, including sled dog races, in Truckee. In the Jan. 26, 1950, Auburn Journal, it was reported that “he died as he lived – active to the end.” Cassidy is buried in the Old Auburn Cemetery. Photo: Cassidy awarding Jack Sanders a trophy for skiing, c. 1932. Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Be Well Roseville - Yin Yoga Meditation Lincoln: Valentines on the Placer Wine Trail ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Tahoe Cemetery District Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Rural Lincoln Municipal Advisory Council Upcoming public meetings and events CANCELED - Olympic Valley Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Feb. 1 Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of @laurenjeandickson snowshoeing in the woods of North Lake Tahoe was posted by @WestShoreTahoe on Instagram. CORRECTON NOTE: The subject line of a previous edition of this newsletter provided an incorrect date for the sexually violent predator meeting described below. The correct date is Jan. 26. Featured story Infrastructure work for future Sac State Placer Center making progress Placer County’s $28 million investment into a massive west Placer infrastructure project is making progress and is on target to accommodate development of Placer One – the future home of a Sacramento State satellite campus – and other Sunset Area improvements later this year. Read more Public safety Next sexually violent predator meeting set for Jan. 26 The public is urged to attend a Dept. of State Hospitals meeting to discuss placement of sexually violent predator William Stephenson. The 11 a.m. meeting will be at the Community Development Resource Agency in Auburn on Jan. 26. Learn more Elections Presidential primary materials coming soon to Placer County voters All active, eligible Placer County voters will soon be sent their voting materials for the upcoming presidential primary election in March, including their voter information guide (Jan. 25) and their vote-by-mail ballot (Feb. 5). Learn more Public assistance New weekly drop-in service in Roseville for benefits Beginning Jan. 22, Placer residents who need help applying to benefits will now have access to a new weekly drop-in service in Roseville. The program aims to streamline the process of applying for food, healthcare and other key benefits. Learn more Public works Rock and mud slide closes portion of Old Foresthill Road Old Foresthill Road near Mammoth Bar is closed due to a mud and rock slide. Our roads team is working to remove the boulders and clear the road. Drivers in the area are advised to remain on Foresthill Road to their destination. Watch video In other news Replay: Watch the recordings of our Parking Management Program community meetings Virtual Dementia Tour: Upcoming opportunity for family, caregivers, service providers Placer County Auditor-Controller receives 22nd consecutive award in financial reporting New: Read the January edition of the North Lake Tahoe newsletter This week in Placer County history On Jan. 14, 1898, Theodore Nash passed away in his home between Newcastle and Auburn. He was 81 years old. Nash was a veteran of the Civil War and served in Company H of the 1st Regiment of Sharpshooters. In the summer and fall of 1861, Col. Berdan of the Union Army, with the backing of Gen. Winfield Scott and President Abraham Lincoln, recruited 18 companies from eight states to form two regiments of sharpshooters. To qualify for one of the regiments, a soldier had to fire 10 bullets at rest (gun stabilized on a mount) to within 5 inches of center on a target 600 yards away or from a target 300 yards away off-hand (simply holding the rifle from a standing position). Nash qualified and enlisted with this elite group in November 1861. Members of the two regiments received higher pay, better equipment and did not have to serve guard duty. Berdan’s Sharpshooters, as they were known during the war, were highly publicized and celebrated at the time, but, after the war, their fame slowly faded from history. Nash is buried in the Old Auburn Cemetery. Photo: Civil War powder flask, c. 1861, Placer County Museums Collection Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Night out at the Museum, Movie Club @ The Downtown Library Lincoln: Valentines on the Placer Wine Trail Auburn: Game Night at The Farmers Marketplace ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Tahoe Cemetery District Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Rural Lincoln Municipal Advisory Council Upcoming public meetings and events Meadow Vista Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Jan. 22, 6 p.m. Info Rural Lincoln Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Jan. 22, 6 p.m. Info Board of Supervisors meeting, Jan. 23, 9 a.m. Info Tahoe Basin Design Review Committee meeting, Jan. 23, 4 p.m. Info North Auburn Ophir Fire Safe Council meeting, Jan. 23, 4 p.m. Info Horseshoe Bar/Penryn Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Jan. 23, 6 p.m. Info Planning Commission meeting, Jan. 25, 10 a.m. Info Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council meeting, Jan. 25, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.

Photo of the week This #PlacerLife photo of a New Year's Eve fireworks show (monitored by South Placer Fire) in Granite Bay was taken by @stevebhansen on Instagram. Featured story Placer law enforcement agencies, chambers of commerce partner to promote anti-retail-theft initiative The Placer County District Attorney’s Office this week announced a countywide campaign with local law enforcement and chambers of commerce to promote their new retail theft prosecution program and ongoing law enforcement efforts countywide. Learn more Elections Serve your community as an Election Aide in the March primary election! The Elections Office is urgently recruiting Election Aides for all voting locations during the upcoming presidential primary. Earn an hourly rate and work for as many as 11 days during the election period! Paid training provided. Learn more Recycling Free Christmas tree recycling is easy and environmentally friendly Give your tree a green encore. No matter where you live in Placer County, Christmas trees are recycled for use as nutrient-rich mulch or added to compost. This helps reduce methane production at the landfill. Learn more Mobile crisis services 24/7 help for people experiencing mental health or substance use crises Starting Jan. 1, Placer County’s Mobile Crisis Team transitioned to round-the-clock service, seven days a week, to meet people in crisis where they are – whether at a park, a school, a shelter, a home or beyond. Learn more and watch video Human trafficking ‘Red Sand’ event to raise awareness of human trafficking January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and as part of the Red Sand Project, county partners will pour red sand into sidewalk cracks to represent victims who “fall through the cracks” every day. Learn more In other news Discuss Parking Management in Kings Beach at our Jan. 10 and 11 community meetings Applications are now open for District Attorney’s 2024 Spring Citizen’s Academy Placer Land Trust acquires 595 acres in west Placer Winter Book Bingo challenges Placer readers to expand horizons Placer County Sheriff’s Office welcomes first bomb-sniffing dog Prescribed burns and fuel-reduction projects continue in North Lake Tahoe This week in Placer County history Around 7 a.m. on Jan. 3, 1922, Ursula Ahart, one of Lincoln’s most prominent long-time residents, stoked the fire in her fireplace. The sleeve of her gown dipped into the flames and instantly caught fire. Within seconds, her entire gown was ablaze. Hearing the screams of her mother, Sarah Hogan rushed to her aid and desperately tried to extinguish the flames, but her clothing, too, caught fire. Neighbors arrived and the fire alarm was sounded, but Ahart passed away before anyone else could help. Hogan, who was severely burned, died the next day. Ursula Prudence Ragsdale married Peter Ahart on May 9, 1861, in the Methodist Episcopal Church in Lincoln. Peter emigrated from Germany with his parents in 1845 and they settled in Missouri. In 1852, he came to California to mine for gold. By 1857, he had amassed enough wealth to buy a large farm in Lincoln where he became a successful farmer and rancher. Peter Ahart and Ursula Ahart had 11 children, 10 of whom lived into adulthood. Peter Ahart died in 1900, and Ursula Ahart continued to successfully manage the ranch. From the mid-19th century into the early 20th century, many women suffered the same fate as Ursula Ahart and Sarah Hogan. Open weave fabrics such as bobbinet, cotton muslin, gauze and tarlatan were common fabrics in women’s clothing, including nightgowns, and were very flammable. In a world where women were often near candle flames, gaslights, fireplaces and wood cookstoves, this combination sometimes proved deadly. Peter Ahart and Ursula Ahart are buried in the Manzanita Cemetery in Lincoln. Sarah Hogan and five of her siblings are also buried there. Photo: Drawing of the Ahart Farm, published in “History of Placer County” (1882) Fun things to do this week Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in... Roseville: Step into the New Year North Lake Tahoe: Alpenglow Winter Speaker Series ...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 Find current state COVID-19 guidance, along with local data and resources, here. Advisory committees and commissions 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: Building Appeals Board Library Advisory Board Placer County Child Care Advisory Council Gold Run Cemetery District Tahoe Basin Design Review Committee Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Tahoe Cemetery District Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board Upcoming public meetings and events Newcastle/Ophir Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Jan. 8, 6 p.m. Info Board of Supervisors meeting, Jan. 9, 9 a.m. Info North Auburn Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Jan. 9, 6 p.m. Info Sheridan Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Jan. 10, 6 p.m. Info 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. Active Projects Click here to sign up for emergency notifications Stay connected with us online! Copyright © Placer County. All Rights Reserved.