City News:
Holiday Edition
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As 2019 draws to a close, we wish our readers a happy and safe holiday season. City News will return January 6, 2020.
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The Folsom City Council selected Sarah Aquino as Mayor and Ernie Sheldon as Vice Mayor at the December 10 City Council meeting. The one-year terms are effective immediately.
“I am deeply grateful for this privilege to serve the City of Folsom,” said Mayor Aquino. “I am committed to building on the success of the city and proactively addressing important community issues, while continuing to ensure Folsom is the premier place to do business and raise a family.”
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STA Expenditure Plan Open House
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Join the Sacramento Transportation Authority (STA) and the City of Folsom at an open house to learn how transportation funds improve the community. Attendees can participate in planning for the potential continued investment in transportation throughout Sacramento County.
Monday, January 6
5:30-7 p.m.
Folsom Community Center
52 Natoma Street, Folsom
The open house does not include a formal presentation, so please arrive as it works for your schedule. For more information on STA, visit its website:
www.sacta.org
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The annual Christmas tree recycling drop-off event will be held Saturday, January 4. Trees will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Rodeo Park at the end of Stafford Street. All ornaments, tinsel, lights, nails, and stands must be removed before dropping off a tree. Community organizations will collect trees throughout the city as part of their fundraising activities. Residents may also recycle Christmas trees in their green waste bins. Trees must be cut into pieces no larger than two feet in length and four inches in diameter, and the lid must close completely to receive service. As a reminder, the city collects garbage, green waste, and recycling on all holidays, so place cans out on your normal collection day.
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City of Folsom administrative offices and Folsom City Hall will be closed on December 24 and 25, and December 31 and January 1. For urgent City issues, call 916-355-7231. Call 9-1-1 for life-threatening emergencies.
- Garbage, green waste, and recycling are collected on all holidays, so place cans out on your normal collection day.
- Transit services will be available through the Folsom Stage Line operated by SacRT.
- The Steve Miklos Aquatic Center, Folsom Skate & Bike Park, Andy Morin Sports Complex, and Folsom Zoo Sanctuary holiday hours are available on the City's website.
- The 48 Natoma Senior and Art Center will be open during regular hours (9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) on December 23, closed December 24, 25 and 31, and January 1. The Center will be open with limited hours from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. December 26 through 28.
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Between the Thanksgiving and New Year’s holidays, Americans throw away 25 percent more trash than at any other time of year. Help manage the extra waste by recycling what you can and keeping prohibited items out of the blue recycle bins.
RECYCLE
- Wrapping paper and tissue
- Cards and envelopes
- Food and beverage containers
- Cardboard boxes (flattened and cut to about 12”x12” pieces)
PLACE IN YOUR TRASH CAN (OR EVEN BETTER, REUSE THESE!)
- Metallic paper (including tissue with metallic trim)
- Vinyl or mylar wrapping
- Styrofoam
- Ribbons and bows
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Keep Pipes Free of Fats, Oils, and Grease
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‘Tis the season for feasting and an increase in sewer backups and overflows caused by fats, oils, and grease (FOG). When FOG-containing items from holiday cooking—like fatty meat scraps, gravies, cream, butter, and oils—go down kitchen sink drains and garbage disposals, they build up inside your sewer pipes, constricting the flow of water. The result is clogged sewer pipes, leading to messy, costly sewer backups into your home! To help prevent backups, properly dispose of FOG with these four easy steps:
- Can It! Pour solidified fats and grease into a sturdy container and place it in your garbage.
- Scrape It! Before washing, scrape out fats, oils, and grease from pots and pans and into your garbage.
- Trash It! Put fatty and greasy food scraps in the garbage.
- Recycle It! Pour cooled cooking oil back into the original container and make an appointment to have it picked up through the City of Folsom Door-2-Door residential household hazardous waste program.
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Community Wellness Night Tomorrow
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Relax and take a moment to focus on personal wellness this busy time of year. The Folsom Public Library and Folsom High School invite community members of all ages to attend a Community Wellness Night at the Folsom Public Library Tuesday, December 17 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Folsom High School physical education teacher and yoga instructor Liz England will lead two identical guided meditation sessions at 6:30 and 7:15 p.m. The free event will also feature acoustic guitar music, student mandala art, and wellness organizations from the community. For more information, visit
www.folsom.ca.us/library
or call 916-461-6131.
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Folsom Senior Center Hosts Free Holiday Party Friday
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This fun annual tradition celebrates the joy of the season. The festivities begin at 11:30 a.m. Friday, December 20 and admission is free for ages 55+. Partygoers are encouraged to wear their most festive holiday sweater, and may bring their own brown bag lunch. The Senior Center’s very own “Off-Key Singers” will provide musical entertainment, light refreshments will be served, and a raffle will be held. The event ends at 1:30 p.m., but guests may adjourn to the Senior Lounge and socialize until 5 p.m. The Folsom Senior Center is located at 48 Natoma Street; call 916-461-6601 for more information.
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Holiday Lights at the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary
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This popular annual family event returns for the 10th year with even more seasonal cheer! Thousands of bright and colorful lights, sparkling ornaments and trees, lighted animal figures, and displays transform the zoo sanctuary with holiday spirit. Santa Claus pays a visit each night of the event through December 23 to greet guests and listen to holiday wishes. Local caroling groups and musicians fill the air with the merry sounds of the season, and the Folsom Valley Railway miniature steam train provides special nighttime rides.
Wild Nights and Holiday Lights is open from 5 to 8 p.m. December 13 through 23, and 26 through 30 (
weather permitting). Mascots from around the region visit the event Sunday, December 15 to greet guests and pose for photo ops. All proceeds from the Holiday Lights event benefit the zoo sanctuary animals.
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Kids Book Club at the Folsom Public Library
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Kids ages 8-12 are invited to discuss a new book every month from 1 to 2 p.m. on the fourth Saturday. December’s book is “The Serpent’s Secret” by Sayantani Dasgupta. The book club will meet Saturday, December 28 at 1 p.m. in the youth wing of the library. Get a copy of the book at the youth information desk. Learn more at
www.folsom.ca.us/library
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Folsom Historic District Ice Rink
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Enjoy the magic of the season at the Folsom Historic District Ice Rink. Folsom’s beloved ice rink encircles the historic railroad turntable and a tall, decorated Christmas tree. The Folsom Ice Rink is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., including Christmas Day. Learn more at
www.folsomicerink.com
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Winter Holiday Safety Tips from the Folsom Fire Department
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Here are a few simple holiday fire safety tips to keep you and your loved ones safe this holiday season.
Holiday Decorating
- Keep flammable items, including curtains and holiday decorations, at least 3 feet away from lit candles. Consider using battery-operated candles.
- Water your Christmas trees every day since dry needles and wood catch fire more easily.
- Unplug Christmas tree lights before leaving the house or going to sleep.
- Read manufacturer’s instructions for the number of light strands to connect, and consider a power strip instead.
- Remember, some lights are intended for indoor or outdoor use, but not both.
- Use clips—not nails—to hang lights so the cords do not get damaged.
- Keep decorations away from windows and doors.
Holiday Entertaining
- Young children are at high risk of being burned by hot food and liquids. Keep children away from cooking areas by enforcing a “kid-free zone” of 3 feet around the stove.
- Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling, or cooking food.
- Keep anything that can catch fire—oven mitts, dish towels, wooden utensils, and food packaging—away from your stovetop.
- Test your smoke alarms and tell guests about your home fire escape plan.
- Keep matches and lighters up high in a locked cabinet.
The Folsom Fire Department wishes you a happy and safe holiday season. Learn more at
www.folsom.ca.us/fire.
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Registration is Open for Folsom Parks & Recreation’s Winter/Spring Programs
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The winter/spring 2020 edition of the Rec Guide will reach home mailboxes at the end of December, but you can access an
online
version and
register
for classes now. The winter/spring Rec Guide includes programs for all ages, with a wide variety of topics including fitness and sports, fine arts and crafts, swim lessons, social activities, school break camps, and family-focused special events.
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Utility Commission - CANCELED
December 17, 6:30 p.m.
Library Commission - CANCELED
December 17, 6:30 p.m.
Historic District Commission
December 18, 5 p.m.
Planning Commission
December 18, 6:30 p.m.
Landscaping & Lighting District Advisory Committee
December 19, 7 p.m.
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Contact the City of Folsom's Communication Director
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