City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of August 20, 2018
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
During the final stretch of summer, the Folsom Police Department is driving home the importance of celebrating responsibly by not driving impaired.
 
Through September 3, the Folsom Police Department is participating in a high-visibility national enforcement campaign, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. During this period, police and sheriff’s departments statewide, along with the California Highway Patrol, will increase the number of officers on the road to stop suspected drunk or drug-impaired drivers and motorcyclists. If you are caught driving or riding impaired, you will be pulled over and arrested.
 
The Folsom Police Department will have a special emphasis during this 18-day mobilization to enforce all traffic violations by deploying DUI saturation patrols during this mobilization period as well as a DUI Checkpoint. The enforcement campaign runs through the Labor Day holiday weekend, which is one of the deadliest times of year in terms of alcohol-involved traffic deaths.

Pavement Rehabilitation Project
Work is underway on a pavement rehabilitation project on the following roadways:

  • Madison Avenue between Main Avenue and Lake Natoma Drive
  • Greenback Lane between Lake Natoma Drive and Folsom-Auburn Road
  • Folsom-Auburn Road between Greenback Lane and Oak Avenue
Work will continue nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. with an estimated completion date of October 12. There will be no work on Friday or Saturday evenings. Expect to hear construction noise associated with evening work.

Beginning Tuesday, August 28 and continuing daily through Friday, August 31, crews will be performing major daily pavement rehabilitation work on Greenback Lane between Folsom-Auburn Road and Madison Avenue. Work will occur between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Motorists can expect traffic delays and are encouraged to find alternate routes. 

If you have questions or concerns regarding the project, please contact project manager Ryan Chance at 916-461-6713 or rchance@folsom.ca.us .

Expanded Sunday Hours at the Library
The Folsom Public Library is happy to announce expanded hours! The Library is now open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Sunday. In October, look out for fun new children’s programming on Sundays. Stay informed at www.folsom.ca.us/library.
Folsom's Veterans Day Parade Accepting Entries
Thousands will honor local veterans at the 18th annual Wayne Spence Folsom Veterans Day Parade Sunday, November 11. The parade is held rain or shine and begins at 9 a.m. on East Bidwell Street in front of the Target/Home Goods shopping center. This year’s parade theme is “Celebrating Over a Century of Service to Our Country.” The City of Folsom is accepting parade entries through Friday, October 26. Find details and entry forms on the City of Folsom website or call 916-461-6615 for more information.
Neighbors Helping Seniors
Thousands of volunteers will complete more than 50 service projects on Saturday, September 15 at the fifth annual Community Service Day. Many projects take place in parks, schools, trails and non-profit facilities, but not all of the community’s needs are in these public spaces. The Neighbors Helping Seniors initiative aims to help local seniors in need of a helping hand. We all need help at some time in our lives and supporting our neighbors is part of what makes the Folsom community special. If you or a loved one needs a helping hand, email  cbrainerd@folsom for an application.
Now Hiring
The City of Folsom is now hiring police officers, police cadets, senior civil engineer and temporary refuse pick up and transit bus drivers. Learn more and apply at www.folsom.ca.us/jobs .

The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary is hiring a number of casual, part-time positions to work as zookeeper aides, groundskeepers, and assist at the Fisher’s Beastro concession stand. Find complete position descriptions and requirements and a City of Folsom employment application online .
Folsom Senior Center Hosts Hot August Nights Party Friday
All seniors age 55+ are invited to the Hot August Nights Cinco de Mayo party starting at 11:30 a.m. Friday, August 24. The free event includes light refreshments, a fun raffle, and live music provided by the 48 Natoma Bluegrass Slow Jam group. Party-goers may bring a brown bag lunch. The Folsom Senior Center is located at 48 Natoma Street, between Folsom City Hall and the Folsom Police Department. Call 916-461-6601 for more information.
Treats for Troops Donation Drive  
In support of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, the Rolling Hills Blue Star Moms are collecting items for overseas military troops. A one-day donation drive will be held on Friday, August 24 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Folsom Aquatic Center at 1200 Riley Street in Folsom.

Upcoming City Meetings
Library Commission Meeting - Canceled
August 21 at 6:30 p.m.

Utility Commission Meeting
August 21 at 6:30 p.m.

Traffic Safety Committee Meeting
August 23 at 4 p.m.
Contact the City of Folsom's Communication Manager
Christine Brainerd · cbrainerd@folsom.ca.us · 916-461-6013 (office)

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