City News
January 26, 2022
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City Seeks Input on Draft By-District Election Maps |
The City of Folsom is transitioning to a by-district system for electing City Councilmembers and wants to hear from residents about how to draw five City Council districts.
At a public hearing at its January 11 meeting, the Folsom City Council reviewed draft maps submitted by the public and the city’s demographer. The Council selected a smaller set of eight maps to be considered further.
The maps will be presented and discussed, and a preferred map will be selected, at a public hearing during the February 8 Folsom City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Residents are encouraged to share input at the public hearing or submit feedback to attydept@folsom.ca.us. An additional public hearing will be held February 22. Review the maps and learn more at www.folsom.ca.us/districtelections.
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Looking for a Summer Job? Join the Aquatic Center Team! |
As a Steve Miklos Aquatic Center staff member, you will join the ranks of our valued employees who provide the community with aquatic safety and fun. Since 2001, we've employed more than 2,000 people in our many part-time and seasonal positions.
The group interview is the first step to apply for a 2022 summer season aquatic center job. Call 916-461-6640 to register for the group interview. Space is limited – early registration is encouraged! Applicants must be 15 years old by the March 30 interview date.
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Book Clubs at the Folsom Public Library |
Want to keep up with your New Year's resolutions to read more and make new friends? Join 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 third Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room. February’s book will be "Bewilderment" by Richard Powers.
The We Read YA Book Club, hosted by the Folsom Public Library, meets on the third Wednesday of the month at the Barnes and Noble Kitchen at 6 p.m. This book club is for adults who like to read, or are interested in reading, Young Adult (YA) books. The Book Club will discuss “Once Upon a Broken Heart” by Stephanie Garber on February 16, and “I Will Betray You” by Ruta Sepety on March 16.
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Folsom Police Department Continues Tobacco Access to Kids Enforcement Program |
The Folsom Police Department is working with the state’s Stop Tobacco Access to Kids Enforcement (STAKE) program. The department is working on year two of a three-year grant from the California Department of Public Health, Food and Drug Branch Tobacco Enforcement Section, that includes funding for sworn officers and administrative staff to perform tobacco education and enforcement activities.
The mission of the program is to reduce the illegal sales of tobacco products – including cigarettes, cigars, and E-cigarettes/vapes–to individuals under 21 years of age through effective enforcement.
As part of the STAKE program, the Folsom Police Department offers training for retailers who sell tobacco products; operates patrols at parks, schools, and other community locations with non-smoking/vaping ordinances; conducts anti-smoking/vaping presentations at Folsom’s schools; and other enforcement and deterrent operations.
Call 800-5-ASK-4-ID to report illegal tobacco sales to minors. The State of California also offers a free program for those looking to quit smoking, vaping, or other methods of tobacco use; learn more.
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Last Chance to Register for the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary’s Docent Training Program |
The zoo sanctuary is excited to announce the return of the long-awaited Docent Training class! Docents help host school tours, assist with story times and youth day camps, participate in community events, and other ongoing activities. The training class will cover the zoo sanctuary’s guiding mission and vision, information and facts about the animal residents, and expectations for docent volunteers. Current docents will also share their experiences and the rewards of volunteering. Classes are held Mondays from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. starting February 14 and continuing through March 21. Class fee is $40 and includes training materials; must be age 21 or older. Deadline to register is February 7; find more details and register online. Call Sue Bean at 916-715-8610 or 916-933-3664 with questions.
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New Community Recycling Bin at Folsom City Hall |
Dispose of unwanted recyclables—including clean, flattened cardboard, glass, aluminum cans, and plastic containers—at free community recycle bins. A new bin location has been added behind Folsom City Hall, 50 Natoma Street. Community recycle bins are also located at the Andy Morin Sports Complex, Folsom Middle School, and Folsom Historic District. Visit the City of Folsom Waste & Recycling Department website for disposal instructions and other details.
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Applications to Sell Fireworks in Folsom |
The application window for local nonprofit groups to sell state-approved fireworks in the City of Folsom runs from 8 a.m. February 1 through noon March 18. Folsom clubs, such as youth sports groups, school booster clubs, and other civic organizations, are eligible to sell "safe and sane" fireworks to the public during the Fourth of July holiday season as a way to raise money for their Folsom-based organization.
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New Job Opportunities at the City of Folsom |
Make a difference in your community, work where you live, and enjoy a shorter commute. The City of Folsom is hiring:
- Firefighter/Paramedic
- Police Officer (Lateral)
- Police Officer (Pre-Service)
- Park Aid and Park Aid Specialist (part-time; temporary)
- Summer seasonal jobs
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Sports and 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. The Andy Morin Sports Complex also offers drop-in activities and batting cages. Lap swim and aquacise take place year-round at the Steve Miklos Aquatic Center. The Folsom Senior Center offers a free Better Balance class Tuesdays at 1 p.m.; call 916-461-6601 for details. Find more information and register for programs online.
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Topping of trees—leaving trunks with stubby limbs—is recognized by the City of Folsom, the State of California, and arborists as a harmful and unacceptable practice. It can cause a multitude of problems that often result in either the death of the tree or weakened limbs falling on people or property.
Tree topping is illegal in the City of Folsom for any tree that is considered a protected tree—including native oak trees, privately-owned trees that are within 12.5 feet of the sidewalk or right of way, heritage trees, and trees on commercial properties that were planted as part of the original development.
Pruning or removal of any protected tree requires a City of Folsom tree permit. When you obtain a tree permit, the city arborist can provide guidance to help you protect your property and trees.
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Flex Your Imagination with an Art Class |
Activities like painting, sculpting, and drawing are relaxing and can lower your stress level and leave you feeling mentally refreshed. The process of creating art also helps sharpen focus and attention, which are beneficial skills for all ages. The Folsom Art Center offers classes for teens, adults, and seniors that introduce students to a wide variety of mediums, techniques, and subject matter. Learn more and register.
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