City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of March 25, 2019
Community Service Day Brainstorming Meeting Wednesday
The Folsom community is coming together again to plan the sixth annual Community Service Day, Folsom’s largest day of volunteerism. This powerful day of service mobilizes thousands of volunteers of all ages and interests to complete dozens of service projects throughout Folsom. Organizers are seeking community-based projects for this year's Community Service Day event, planned for Saturday, September 21. A community brainstorming meeting will be held Wednesday, March 27 at 5:30 p.m. at the Folsom Community Center to identify community projects. Organizers are also seeking project proposals from the community. To learn more or submit a project proposal, visit  www.folsomcommunityservice.org . 
Save the Date: Rainbow Bridge Centennial Celebration Saturday, May 4
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Folsom’s iconic Rainbow Bridge at once-in-a-lifetime events planned in the Historic District Saturday, May 4. The Rainbow Bridge will close to vehicular traffic to allow the community to explore the bridge on foot. The festivities kick off with a re-dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. World-renowned slackline athlete Ryan Robinson – who was raised in Folsom – will attempt to set a world record by traversing the 1,919-foot span over the American River between Lake Natoma Crossing and the Rainbow Bridge on a 1-inch wide line. A festival with informational displays about the landmark bridge, guided walking tours, hands-on activities, and a display of vintage cars round out the morning events that are free and open to the public.

The Folsom Historic District Association hosts a special tasting event on the bridge from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., featuring gourmet food and libations provided by Historic District restaurateurs. The evening also includes live music, entertainment, and special surprises. Visit www.historicfolsom.org to purchase tickets on or after Friday, March 29. The celebration wraps up with a free concert by the Folsom Lake Symphony in the Historic District Amphitheater from 8 to 9 p.m. Learn more about the bridge and celebration events at www.folsomrainbowbridge.com . 
Vista del Lago Capacity and Parking Issues
Vista del Lago High School continues to experience its largest student enrollment since it opened more than a decade ago. Earlier this school year, the Folsom Cordova Unified School District Board of Education took action to manage school capacity for the upcoming school year (2019-20), and in the coming months, the District will engage the community to review school boundaries to help permanently alleviate overcrowding.

Vista was built at a time and in a location where there was little available land large enough to accommodate a new high school. The number of parking spaces was allocated based on the planned enrollment for Vista and needs at that time. Additionally, at the time the school was built, students could still legally carpool. Laws have changed and more students are driving themselves, though parents can provide permission for siblings to carpool.

The City of Folsom and Folsom Cordova Unified School District are working collaboratively to offer solutions to minimize parking issues at Vista del Lago High School. Students are reminded that the access road leading down to Nisenan Park is open on either side for student parking, which can yield 32 spaces. Additionally, city staff intend to provide a report to the Folsom Parks & Recreation Commission recommending that the Nisenan parking lot be signed to designate certain spots for public parking, which could be used for Vista students, yielding another approximately 20 spaces. And students may still park legally on portions of streets adjacent to the high school; they should just ensure they are complying with any posted signage. Learn more about Vista del Lago capacity and parking issues on the FCUSD website .
City Seeks Applicants for the Landscaping and Lighting District Advisory Committee
Help guide the maintenance and improvements of Folsom’s beautiful public areas, including community landscaping and lighting. Applications are being accepted for the City of Folsom’s Landscaping and Lighting District Advisory Committee. 

The Landscaping and Lighting District Advisory Committee helps establish lines of communication between city staff and elected/appointed city bodies as well as make recommendations to the landscaping and lighting district manager and parks and recreation director concerning the maintenance and associated costs to maintain and improve landscaping and lighting districts. 
Members of the Landscaping and Lighting District Advisory Committee must be residents and registered voters of the City of Folsom and must be residents or owners within their respective landscaping and lighting district.  The Committee currently has 13 vacancies. To see a list of available positions and the city’s application form, visit the City’s commissions and committees webpage .
Low-Cost Rabies Clinic Wednesday
City of Folsom Animal Services will host a low-cost rabies clinic 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, March 27 at Folsom City Park, 403 Stafford Street. Rabies vaccines are available for dogs and cats for $5 per animal, and microchips are available for $20 – or free when residents purchase or renew their pet’s license. To purchase or renew a license, bring your pet’s rabies and spay/neuter paperwork. The clinics are held the fourth Wednesday of each month (except November and December); no appointment is necessary and non-residents are welcome. Dogs must be on leash and cats must be in a secure pet carrier. For more information, call Folsom Animal Services at 916-461-6041. 
Register for Spring Break Camps
Folsom Parks & Recreation spring break camps take place the week of April 15 to keep kids and teens busy and engaged while they’re out of school. Camp options include soccer, tennis, science and chemistry, fine arts, robotics, and Junior Zookeeper camp. The Steve Miklos Aquatic Center also offers spring break swim lessons. Learn more and register today.
Free Educational Workshop Tuesday
Jana Reyes presents the workshop, “Living Options: Should I Stay or Should I Go?” from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 26. Jana will discuss how to assess your current living conditions to determine whether or not they meet long-term needs, and the many key factors to consider if opting to relocate. The workshop is free for ages 50+, but you must reserve a seat in advance by calling 916-461-6601. The Folsom Senior Center is located at 48 Natoma Street, next to Folsom City Hall.
Gallery at 48 Natoma Hosts Exhibit Reception Friday
The public is invited to a free reception 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 29 for the gallery’s new exhibit, “Three Women Photographers,” featuring the work of professional photographers Mary Aiu, Lynne Edwards, and Ruby Pacheco. An exhibit of unique paintings by the animal “artists-in-residence” at the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary is also on display in the Community Exhibition Gallery. The evening includes live music and light refreshments. The professional art gallery is located in the 48 Natoma Senior and Art Center; the gallery’s regular hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, with extended hours from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday.
Folsom Parks & Recreation Receives Statewide Recognition
The California Association of Park and Recreation Commissioners & Board Members recognized Folsom Parks & Recreation with an Achievement Award for the department’s Renovation Master Plan. Pictured with the award are Folsom Parks & Recreation Director Lorraine Poggione and Facilities Maintenance Manager Tim O’Shea. The Renovation Master Plan was updated in 2017, and includes an inventory of assets at all of the city’s parks, plus a comprehensive review of the condition, lifespan, and estimated cost to renovate or replace each asset. The document serves as a guide for the Parks & Recreation Commission to prioritize annual budget recommendations made to the City Council.
Faces of Folsom Exhibit at Folsom Public Library
Faces of Folsom is a photojournalistic project produced by members of the Teen Library Council that have captured portraits and stories of Folsom’s community members. The exhibit will kick off on March 30 and run through April 30 at the Folsom Public Library. A brief opening reception will be held March 30 at 10:30 a.m. This project was made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. 
Folsom Parks & Recreation is Hiring
The Fun Factory Preschool program is hiring part-time aides to assist lead teachers with classroom activities including games, arts and crafts, carpet time, room preparation and clean-up, and other related duties. Applicants must be age 18 or older, and at least one year of experience working with children in a preschool or school setting is required. The first round of interviews takes place April 2; learn more about the position and download an application from the City of Folsom website .
Upcoming City Meetings
City Council Meeting
 March 26, 6:30 p.m.

Traffic Safety Committee
March 28, 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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