City News: Your Weekly Update
December 10, 2020
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Greater Sacramento Region Implements Stay-At-Home Order |
The Greater Sacramento Region intensive care unit (ICU) bed capacity has dropped below 15%, and the State of California requires Sacramento County to implement a Regional Stay-At-Home Order, effective just before midnight Thursday, December 10. The Order prohibits gatherings of any size and closes operations in multiple sectors, including bars, wineries, and personal care services. As of December 10, the current ICU capacity for the Greater Sacramento Region, which includes Sacramento and 12 other counties, is at 13.3%.
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City of Folsom Services and Facilities Update |
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In response to California’s Regional Stay-At-Home Order, the City of Folsom announced changes to its programs and amenities.
Folsom City Hall remains open to the public during regular business hours. Essential city services are operating as usual, including police, fire, ambulance, garbage, recycling, planning, inspection, and permitting services.
Closed facilities, effective Friday, December 11 until further notice:
- Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary.
- Folsom Valley Railway steam-powered train at City Lions Park.
- The Andy Morin Sports Complex remains closed. Outdoor sports conditioning will be allowed.
- The Gallery at 48 Natoma remains closed for tours.
- The Folsom Senior Center remains closed.
Open facilities:
- The Folsom Public Library remains open with reduced capacity.
- The Folsom Skate and Bike Parks at Cummings Family Park remain open.
- The Steve Miklos Aquatic Center is open for morning and evening lap swim, team practices, and aquacise.
- Folsom’s city parks and recreational trails are open to the public. Structured or organized games, scrimmages, leagues, and tournaments are prohibited. Park and trail users must maintain social distancing at all times.
- Park amenities that are open to the public include tennis, 2x2 volleyball, bocce ball, ball walls, and single/double pickleball.
- FIDO Field Dog Park is open daily, from 7 a.m. to one hour after sunset. Note that the dog park is closed to the public every Wednesday for maintenance.
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Folsom Public Library Remains Open to the Public |
The Folsom Public Library will remain open to the public, but with reduced building occupancy to comply with the Regional Stay-At-Home Order. A new weekly hour reserved for seniors and medically-compromised individuals is available from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesdays. Library visitors are still limited to one hour per day. Masks covering the mouth and nose are still required at all times. “Grab and Go” service hours for the general public remain unchanged. Visit the Folsom Public Library website for full details.
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COVID-19 Update, December 10 |
COVID-19 cases have been surging in Folsom and the region. Even though vaccines are on the horizon, it's important not to let our guard down. Over the past 28-day period, Folsom has seen 744 new cases, an increase of 74% over the prior 28-day period. Just in the past seven days, 242 of those new cases were recorded.
Act now to reduce the spread and support our community and businesses:
- Wear a mask or face covering.
- Wash your hands frequently.
- Stay at least six feet from other people when you are out in public.
- Stay home if you are sick.
Learn more about COVID-19 case information, including current ICU capacity, on the Sacramento County Public Health COVID-19 Dashboards at bit.ly/SacCountyCOVIDDashboard.
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Now more than ever, it is important that we support our local Folsom businesses. When we shop locally, we ensure the economic impact of our purchases stays in our community.
Shopping locally supports the local economy, promotes a thriving community, and contributes to a high quality of life in Folsom. Dollars you spend in Folsom fund vital public services, such as police, fire, schools, trash collection and recycling, road maintenance, and parks. When you shop online, a smaller percentage of the sales tax is invested locally.
A new #WeSupportFolsom campaign encourages shopping and dining locally and promotes all the benefits of supporting our Folsom businesses.
Pledge to be loyal to local! When you take the pledge, you’ll receive an I Heart Folsom sticker in the mail.
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New Councilmembers Sworn In |
Councilmember YK Chalamcherla and Councilmember Rosario Rodriguez were sworn into their newly elected positions on the Folsom City Council at a special City Council meeting Monday, December 7.
Folsom City Council, pictured left to right: Councilmember Rosario Rodriguez, Councilmember YK Chalamcherla, Councilmember Kerri Howell, Vice Mayor Sarah Aquino, and Mayor Mike Kozlowski.
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Kozlowski, Aquino Selected Folsom Mayor, Vice Mayor |
The Folsom City Council selected Mike Kozlowski as mayor and Sarah Aquino as vice mayor at the December 7 special City Council meeting. The one-year terms are effective immediately.
“I love this city, and I am extremely honored to serve alongside this dynamic group of leaders as Folsom continues to work hard to protect both the health of the public and our economic vitality,” said Mayor Kozlowski. “We will emerge from this crisis in the same way we have worked through challenges over nearly 75 years of cityhood—by working collaboratively. I look forward to serving as mayor and working with my colleagues on the City Council and our community as we rebuild and recover, knowing our best days are ahead.”
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Historic Folsom Ice Rink Opens with Safety Measures |
Skate, shop, dine, and enjoy the holiday magic in the heart of Folsom. The Folsom Historic District Ice Rink is still open, with new safety protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ice rink encircles the historic railroad turntable and a tall, decorated Christmas tree. Tickets must be purchased in advance to ensure social distancing can be maintained. Learn more at www.folsomicerink.com.
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The Gallery at 48 Natoma Offers New Online Store and Retail Shopping Hours |
Shop for one-of-a-kind paintings, mosaics, and ceramics on the new Gallery at 48 Natoma online store! If you prefer to shop in-person, the gallery also offers retail shopping hours from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays. These drop-in shopping hours are available December 11, 15, and 18; and January 5, 8, and 12. Shopping appointments are also available between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; call 916-461-6601 to reserve an appointment time.
Paintings and mosaics created by professional fine artists are available for sale, plus a variety of artisan-made jewelry, glass art, and small gift items. Proceeds from the sales help support local fine artists and artisans, and public art programs for all ages.
Current COVID-19 public health protocols are in place, and masks must be worn at all times while waiting to enter and inside the building. Shoppers will be limited to a maximum of 10 inside the building at a time to ensure adequate space for social distancing. The City of Folsom is following public health guidelines provided by county, state, and federal officials. As these guidelines evolve, program and event details may change as well.
The gallery also offers a virtual tour and interviews with the artists featured in the current “Teatime” exhibit. Please note that in-person gallery tours are not currently available.
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Holiday Gift Ideas that Help the Zoo Sanctuary Animals |
Although the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary is temporarily closed, you can still help support the animals by shopping at the new online gift shop. Find unique gift items for the special people on your holiday shopping list or purchase an honorary animal adoption in their name.
Honor a beloved individual, your family, or a special occasion by purchasing a Legacy Leaf on the Giving Tree at the Barnyard Experience. Proceeds benefit the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary Friends, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of the animals. Purchase your Legacy Leaf online and find information about additional opportunities to help support the zoo sanctuary.
The Folsom Zoo Sanctuary’s Wild Nights and Holiday Lights event typically held in December has been canceled out of an abundance of caution for our staff, guests, and animals. We thank you for your patience and support, and we look forward to resuming this beloved community event in 2021.
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Contact the City of Folsom's Communications Director
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