City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of February 4, 2019
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New Traffic Management Center at City Hall
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A new Traffic Management Center at City Hall allows traffic engineering staff to monitor traffic signal operations throughout the city in real-time, make real-time adjustments of the signals and provide immediate response for any malfunctions to the traffic network system.
In addition to the new Traffic Management Center, the Public Works Department is continuing to add more intelligent transportation system features and upgrades along Folsom’s main arterials. By the end of 2019, the Traffic Management Center will have connectivity to 90 percent of the entire system. Upgrades to the system include cameras to provide real-time conditions, traffic controller upgrades enhancing signal timing and coordination, and time-in-motion sensors to monitor traffic flows and alert staff of congestion so they can make real-time adjustments to ease traffic.
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Preschool open houses will be held 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 6.
Locations:
- Fun Factory Folsom at the Community Center, 52 Natoma Street
- Fun Factory at the Andy Morin Sports Complex, 66 Clarksville Road
- Kindergarten Readiness at the Hinkle Creek Nature Center, 7000 Baldwin Dam Road
Parents and prospective students are invited to visit Folsom Parks & Recreation’s Fun Factory Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness classrooms to meet our wonderful teachers, learn more about the programs and curriculum, and ask questions. In-person registration for the 2019-20 school year takes place 7 to 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 13 at the Folsom Community Center for all classroom locations. Find more information about these programs
online
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email
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Last Chance to Register for Zoo Docent Training Class
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Do you have a passion for animals and want to make a difference? Consider joining the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary’s volunteer docent team! Docents serve a vital role in helping to promote the zoo sanctuary’s educational mission of teaching responsible behavior toward all animals. Docents host school tours, staff booths at community events, help with youth camps, assist at special events, and more. The docent training class begins February 11; preregistration is required (docents must be at least age 21). Call 916-461-6601 for more information.
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Bring your creativity and crafting skills to the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, February 9-10. Materials are provided for you to create a special Valentine to put on display near your favorite animal’s enclosure. Regular admission fees apply; no extra charge is required to participate in the event. The Folsom Zoo Sanctuary is located at 401 Stafford Street; call 916-351-3527 for more information.
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Folsom Senior Center Hosts Valentine’s Day Party Friday
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All seniors age 55+ are invited to the Valentine’s Day Party starting at 11:30 a.m. Friday, February 8. The free event includes light refreshments, a lively game of Bingo, and a raffle. 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.
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Keep Track of Your Water Use with Dropcountr
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The free Dropcountr app helps you track your water use, with data provided for hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly periods. The app also monitors for conditions of constant flow, caused by sprinkler systems that don’t turn off completely, a dripping faucet or constantly running toilet, or an underground pipe that is leaking. These common conditions will result in higher bills and wasted water.
Dropcountr monitors your water meter and will send you an email or text when it detects continuous flow.
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Parks & Recreation Commission
February 5, 6:30 p.m.
Historic District Commission – CANCELED
February 6
Planning Commission
February 6, 6:30 p.m.
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Contact the City of Folsom's Communication Manager
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Get Connected, Stay Informed
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