City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of June 13, 2016
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Full Weeklong Rainbow Bridge Closure Begins June 20
Major repair work to protect and preserve the century-old Rainbow Bridge in Folsom will require a full weeklong closure from Monday, June 20 at 6 a.m. to Friday, June 24 at 5 p.m. Riley Street will be closed between Scott Street and Greenback Lane at Folsom-Auburn Road. Motorists can expect traffic delays, and are encouraged to take Lake Natoma Crossing to Natoma Street to Riley Street as an alternate route. Detours will be clearly marked and message signs will alert motorists in advance of the closure before work begins. Local access will be available for Sudwerk's Grille, the bicycle trail on the north side, and to the Powerhouse State Park.
Rainbow Bridge, which spans the American River at Greenback Lane, has provided a major connection for businesses and residents on both sides of Lake Natoma for nearly 100 years. More than 25,000 motorists cross the bridge daily. Work will include bridge resurfacing, barrier rail repairs and pavement repairs on the roadway approaching the bridge.
The closures are necessary to perform work on the Rainbow Bridge Maintenance Project. The rehabilitation project will extend the lifespan of the historic bridge and provide a smoother and safer drive for motorists. The $1.1 million project is funded largely by a federal grant administered by the Caltrans Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program. The project will be completed by October 2016. No other daytime closures are anticipated after June 24. Stay informed about closures and detours at www.folsom.ca.us. For more information about the project, contact Brian Reed at [email protected] or call 916-355-8322.
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Report a Problem with Folsom Connect
Want to report a water leak in your neighborhood? Burned out streetlight on your block? In Folsom, there's an app for that. Download Folsom Connect, the City's free app that improves your ability to submit and track non-emergency service requests through an online and mobile platform. The place-based reporting platform allows you to document and monitor neighborhood concerns and improvements, ranging from litter and flooding to damaged sidewalks and malfunctioning traffic signals. To download the app, visit your app store and search for Folsom Connect or visit www.folsom.ca.us.
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Cure the Boredom Blues with Summer Day Camps!
Summer day camps are a great way for kids and teens to keep their minds engaged and bodies active while they're out of school. Camps are available for a variety of interests, including animals, arts and crafts, dance and theater, science, robotics, and nearly every sport under the sun. Learn more and register for camps online at http://webtrac.folsom.ca.us or call 916-355-7285 for assistance.
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Host Your Summer Birthday Party at the Folsom Aquatic Center
Celebrate your special day in a special way! Party options include admission for your guests, ice cream cake, pizza and beverages, and lots of water fun. Visit the City's website or call 916-355-8318 to reserve your party.
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Workshop: Caring for Trees in a Low Water Landscape
Join the Sacramento Tree Foundation and learn how to care for your trees by using low-water landscaping techniques. Discover the magic of mulching, slow-watering strategies and more. The workshop will be held on June 18 at 10 a.m. at the Folsom Public Library.
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Summer Concert in the Park
The popular summer concert series at City Lions Park continues this Friday, 7 to 9 p.m. featuring the Tony Quinn Band. Bring your family and friends and enjoy Tony Quinn's upbeat blend of blues and rock as the band covers songs by B.B. King, James Brown, and other traditional blues artists. The free concerts are presented by Folsom Parks & Recreation with the generous sponsorship of Folsom Rotary Clubs, Guild Mortgage Company, and the Take pART in the ARTs program. Bring a picnic or purchase food and beverages on site from the Folsom Rotary Clubs. The concerts continue weekly through July 29. Find the complete concert line-up at www.folsom.ca.us.
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Food Truck Safari at the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary on Wednesday
A fleet of SactoMoFo food trucks rolls into town 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 15 for delicious food truck fare and live music by Jimmy Ashley. This month's lineup includes Bacon Mania, Buckhorn Grill, Chando's Tacos, Culinerdy Cruzer, Drewski's, Cowtown Creamery, An Honest Pie, It's Nacho Truck, Kona Ice, Rollin' Roadhouse, Smoothie Patrol, Wandering Boba, and the Pink Ice Cream Cart. The Folsom Zoo is located at 403 Stafford Street. This event is held rain or shine, and continues year-round on the third Wednesday of each month.
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City Council Meeting, June 14
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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