City News: Your Weekly Update
March 11, 2021
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Historic District Amphitheater Shade Structure Planned |
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in the Folsom Historic District this week for the future shade structure at the Zittel Family Amphitheater. The shade structure was made possible thanks in part to a $30,000 grant from SMUD via the Shine Award Program.
The Zittel Family Amphitheater is an outdoor performing arts venue in the heart of the Folsom Historic District. The shade structure will create a year-round, any time of day hub for entertainment and community events. The amphitheater is used throughout the year by many non-profit groups hosting Shakespeare plays, concerts, movie nights, and much more. These free events are open to all in the community.
The structural design and artistic renderings of the shade structure were donated by Dokken Engineering’s Folsom office. Sierra National Construction will construct the shade structure, with project management provided by the City of Folsom Public Works Department.
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As the oldest newspaper in Sacramento County, the Folsom Telegraph has been the Folsom community’s trusted source of news and information for 165 years. To mark the historic occasion, the Telegraph was honored with a Resolution of Commendation at the March 9 City Council meeting.
Pictured: Folsom Telegraph Publisher Bill Sullivan and Mayor Mike Kozlowski
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Registration is open for a variety of in-person spring break camps for kids and teens. Camps take place March 29 through April 2. Find more details about the camps as well as other upcoming Parks & Recreation programs in the March/April Rec Guide.
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The City of Folsom zoning code regulates existing and new development and specifies appropriate land uses in Folsom. The city is updating its zoning code with the goal of creating clear expectations for quality development and regulations that are easy to understand and follow. Zoning regulations can affect land use, design, parcel size, building heights, density, setbacks, landscaping, fencing, and other aspects of property use.
On Wednesday, March 17, City of Folsom Community Development staff will provide an update on the new Zoning Code to the Historic District Commission and Planning Commission. The Historic District Commission meeting will be held at 4 p.m., and the Planning Commission meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.folsom.ca.us/zoningcode.
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Emergency Rental Assistance Available |
The Sacramento Housing and Rehabilitation Agency (SHRA) is distributing $64,102,830 from state and federal sources for the Sacramento Emergency Rental Assistance (SERA) for residents of Sacramento County – regardless of where they live in the County.
The funding offers emergency rental assistance for those that have lost income due to the COVID-19 pandemic and are in danger of becoming unhoused or experiencing housing instability. Funds can be used for past due rent or utility payments. Property owners are able to apply for assistance on behalf of their tenants as well.
Applications are being accepted on the SHRA website through March 19, 2021. Households that previously applied for and/or received rental assistance through the SERA Program are eligible to apply again.
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Registration is Open for Flag Football |
Flag football begins April 9 and continues through May 14. Divisions are available for boys and girls ages 7-9, 8-11, and 10-14; practices and games take place at Kemp Park. Volunteer coaches are also needed for this program; email pcrouse-feehan@folsom.ca.us for more information. The deadline to register for flag football is March 17. Call 916-461-6663 with questions.
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Daylight saving time starts this Sunday, March 14. As you turn your clocks ahead one hour Saturday night, it’s also a good time to test the batteries in your smoke alarms and change replaceable batteries, if needed. Working smoke alarms are a critical element of home fire safety. Visit the Folsom Fire Department website for home fire safety tips.
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Folsom Parks & Recreation is Hiring |
Applications are being accepted for the following part-time/seasonal positions:
- After-School Program Counselor
- Sports Scorekeeper
- Sports Site Monitor
- Aquatic Center Front Desk Attendant
- Skate and Bike Park Monitor
- Summer Camp Counselor
- Park Aide
Hours vary and all positions are non-benefited. Find more details online about the duties and requirements for each job, contact information for questions, and instructions for applying.
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Groundwater Sustainability Plan Public Workshop |
Join the Sacramento Central Groundwater Authority for a virtual public workshop to discuss the new South American Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 25 via Zoom. Although the City of Folsom obtains its drinking water from Folsom Lake, the city is a member of the Sacramento Central Groundwater Authority and recognizes the regional benefit of conjunctive use and agency coordination. Join us and learn why maintaining a sustainable groundwater subbasin matters to the economy, environment, and quality of life. Learn more at sasbgroundwater.org.
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Utility Commission
March 16, 6:30 p.m.
Library Commission - CANCELED
March 16, 6:30 p.m.
Historic District Commission
March 7, 5 p.m.
Planning Commission
March 7, 6:30 p.m.
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City Council Office Hours |
Mayor's Office Hours
Thursdays from 2 - 5 p.m.
Second Floor, City Hall
No Appointment Necessary
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Contact the City of Folsom's Communications Director
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