City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of March 21, 2016
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State: Folsom Water Conservation Target Reduced
Due to the uncertainty of the statewide drought, Governor Jerry Brown issued Executive Order B-36-15 calling for an extension of urban water use restrictions through October 2016. Emergency drought regulations have been adjusted, and the State Water Board recently reduced Folsom's target from 32 percent down to 28 percent. The move comes after the State Water Board incorporated recommendations by the City of Folsom, the Regional Water Authority and other regional water agencies to include conservation adjustment factors, like climate and growth that play a role in a community's water use.The City of Folsom will continue to advocate for lower water conservation standards due to the high volume of releases at Folsom Lake by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation for flood control purposes. While the target has eased for Folsom water customers, it's important to continue conserving water according to the state-mandated conservation target until the State modifies or removes those restrictions. Learn more about the City of Folsom's
water conservation and rebate programs.
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Spring Eggstravaganza Saturday
Hop on over to Lembi Park for the annual Spring Eggstravaganza this Saturday from 8 to 11 a.m. Before the hunt starts, kids can take part in free carnival games and vendor activities, enjoy a magic show, and the entire family can enjoy a pancake breakfast (tickets sold onsite). The big egg hunt begins at 10 a.m. sharp, features nearly 20,000 eggs and takes place on four athletic fields dividedby age group (0-2 years, 3-4 years, 5-6 years, and 7-10 years).
New this year: help restock the shelves at Folsom's Twin Lakes Food Bank! Bring a donation of nonperishable food items/canned foods. Find a list of most-needed items at
www.twinlakesfoodbank.org
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The City of Folsom published a newly redesigned website that provides better access to City news and information. The streamlined, user-friendly website is mobile responsive, which means it will automatically fit itself onto a phone or tablet screen. View the new website at www.folsom.ca.us.
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Nominate a Breakaway from Cancer Champion
The Amgen Tour of California and the City of Folsom are seeking two cancer survivors who have made a positive impact and acted as an inspiration to others affected by cancer within the community. These individuals will serve as Breakaway from Cancer Champions at the 2016 Amgen Tour of California Stage 6 Time Trial in Folsom on May 20, and will shoot the start gun for the race and participate in various celebrations and media events throughout the day. Folsom residents can now nominate themselves or others to be a Breakaway from Cancer Champion. More information is available on the nomination application.
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AARP Offers Tax Assistance
AARP Tax-Aide program will provide free tax preparation and assistance to low and middle income Folsom residents, with special attention to those age 60 and older. The popular community service is administered by the AARP Foundation and is available
by appointment every Monday at the Folsom Public Library at 411 Stafford Street. Appointments are scheduled through the 2-1-1 Sacramento Community Service Help Line from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday or by calling 498-1000 or 800-500-4931.
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Volunteer for Trails Day, Arbor Day and Creek Week Events Saturday, April 9
Trails Day/Arbor Day
Join community volunteers as we work to enhance Folsom's Johnny Cash Trail. Volunteers are needed to plant and stake 100 new native trees along the trail segment, and add mulch and irrigation around the plantings. All volunteers receive a free commemorative Trails Day T-shirt, lunch and beverages - plus the satisfaction of contributing to the community. The event is sponsored by the City of Folsom. The event is free, but you must pre-register to participate. Register online at
http://webtrac.folsom.ca.us
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Creek Week
Volunteers are needed to clean up sections of the Humbug and Willow Creeks, and pick up litter along the open space corridors. This event is sponsored by the Urban Creeks Council as part of the Regional Creek Week activities, in partnership with the City of Folsom. To register for Creek Week volunteer duty, call 916-454-4544 or visit
www.creekweek.net
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Volunteers should wear work clothes and shoes, and bring a pair of work gloves. These events are free, but you must pre-register to participate!
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Save the Date: City's 70th Anniversary Jubilee
Step back in time and join us to celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the City of Folsom on Saturday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your family and friends for a day of live entertainment, food and fun at the place where it all began-- Historic Folsom.
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Storytime at the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary
Bring your preschooler to the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary for storytime on Thursday, March 24 at 10:30 a.m. Zoo docents read animal stories and act out parts of the stories with special animal puppets. Kids will also get to meet a live zoo animal up close. Regular zoo admission fees apply. Call 916-351-3527 for more information.
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City Council Meeting, March 22
City Calendar
City of Folsom Press Releases
City of Folsom Citywide Newsletter
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Christine BrainerdCommunications Manager
City of Folsom 916-351-3360 (office)
[email protected] www.folsom.ca.us |
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