City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of February 10, 2020
Traffic Alert: E. Bidwell Widening Project Daytime Traffic Delays
Daytime work on the E. Bidwell Street widening project will take place from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 11 through Friday, February 14. Crews will perform an overhead-to-underground conversion of utility lines. Motorists can expect traffic delays on E. Bidwell Street between Creekside Drive and Woodsmoke Way. The E. Bidwell Street widening project adds an additional southbound lane and a new sidewalk from Creekside Drive connecting to an existing lane before Woodsmoke Way. When completed this summer, the project will improve traffic flow and pedestrian access. For more information, contact Senior Civil Engineer Dan Wolfe at 916-461-6212 or  dwolfe@folsom.ca.us .
City Seeks Input on Design Standards for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
The City of Folsom Community Development Department is seeking public input about design standards for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). ADUs, also known as granny flats, in-law units, or second units, are attached or detached residential dwelling units typically on the same property as a single-family home. 

The city is in the process of creating a new ADU ordinance as a result of changes to state law and is seeking public input on design standards for ADUs in the Historic District, as well as the rest of the city.

A public workshop will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, February 12 at the Folsom Community Center, 52 Natoma Street. In addition, a public meeting will be held before the Historic District Commission on Wednesday, February 19 at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 50 Natoma Street. For more information on ADUs, including past staff reports and presentations, visit  www.folsom.ca.us/zoningcode . 
New Voter Services Offered at City Hall and Community Center
Registered voters can now drop off their ballot at a drop box at Folsom City Hall. Voters should keep in mind that assistance is not provided at this location. If assistance is needed, visit any open  vote center  in Sacramento County. The Folsom Community Center will host a vote center from Saturday, February 29 through Tuesday, March 3, where voters can receive assistance, drop off a vote-by-mail ballot, register to vote, and update their voter registration. The vote center will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on Election Day from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.  Learn more .
Be Counted, Folsom
Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau undertakes a mammoth task: counting all the people residing in the United States. This count affects the allocation of funding for our community’s public resources (e.g., roads, hospitals, schools), how we plan for the future, and our voice in government. Learn more about the importance of the #2020Census and how to participate at SacCensus.net .
Book Clubs at the Folsom Public Library
Want to keep up with your new year's resolution to read more and make new friends? Come to one of the Folsom Public Library’s book clubs. Read a new book each month and enjoy a group discussion hosted by library staff. The adult Book Discussion group meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. and third Thursday 1 – 2 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room. For those 20 and older, the OK to Read YA (Young Adult Literature) book club meets on the second Wednesday of the month at the Barnes and Noble Kitchen from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. The Kids Book Club meets on the fourth Saturday of the month from 1 – 2 p.m. in the Children’s wing of the library.
Volunteer Opportunity: Assist Folsom’s First Responders
The Folsom Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteer program plays a key role in the City of Folsom’s goal to protect and advance community safety. Folsom CERT volunteers work closely with the Folsom Fire Department and are trained in basic first aid, light search and rescue, and small fire suppression. When large-scale incidents occur, CERT volunteers provide neighbor-helping-neighbor assistance before the arrival of firefighters, police, or other first responders. They also play an important role in community safety and emergency preparedness and outreach. The Folsom Fire Department is recruiting applicants for the CERT training class starting March 17. Those who complete the required nine-week training course and pass a background check are eligible to volunteer with the CERT team. The training course is free; participants must be age 18 or older, and preference is given to applicants who live or work in Folsom. To register or for more information, contact Deputy Fire Marshal Lauren Ono at 916-533-4116 or Lono@folsom.ca.us .
Free Educational Workshop Tuesday
The Folsom Senior Center presents “Surviving the Loss of a Loved One,” from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, February 11. The workshop will explore the grieving process and introduce a variety of ways for those experiencing grief to find comfort. The workshop is free for ages 50+, but you must reserve a seat in advance online or by calling 916-461-6601. The Folsom Senior Center is located at 48 Natoma Street, next to Folsom City Hall.
Free Local Author Presentation
Join local author Carolyn Bakken from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 18 and learn the fascinating story of William Alexander Leidesdorff. Ms. Bakken’s book, “Perseverance,” documents Leidesdorff’s journey from his birthplace on the small island of St. Croix to his travels across the country, and what eventually brought him to make his mark in Folsom. The workshop is free and appropriate for ages 15+; but you must reserve a seat online or by calling 916-461-6601.
Fitness Programs for Everyone
Have you resolved to become a healthier you this year, but don’t know where to start? Folsom Parks & Recreation has a wide variety of fitness and sports programs for preschoolers, youth, teens, adults, and seniors. Browse through all of the winter/spring activities on the City of Folsom website .
Upcoming City Meetings
City Council Meeting
February 11, 6:30 p.m.
City Council Office Hours
Mayor's Office Hours
February 13, 2-5 p.m.
Contact the City of Folsom's Communication Director
Christine Brainerd · cbrainerd@folsom.ca.us · 916-461-6013 (office)

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