Prospector Park: First Park in the Folsom Plan Area |
In January, the Folsom City Council approved the name Prospector Park for the first park to be built in the Folsom Plan Area. The park site—formerly known as Neighborhood Park 3—is located on Mangini Parkway, immediately adjacent to Mangini Ranch Elementary School.
A public call for names was issued twice by Folsom Parks & Recreation last fall. Submittals were reviewed by the Folsom Parks & Recreation Commission and the name Prospector Park was selected as the preferred name to be forwarded to the City Council for final approval.
The name reflects the prospectors who traveled to the area during the Gold Rush. City staff and the design consulting team held public workshops last summer to provide an overview of the potential features and amenities to be considered in the design of the park. Based on community input received at the meetings, a Preferred Master Plan was developed and taken to the Parks and Recreation Commission. The Commission unanimously forwarded a recommendation to the Folsom City Council to approve the Master Plan and the approval was made in October.
The 11.8-acre Prospector Park will include a children’s play area; a lighted multi-use sports field and lighted ball field; tennis, volleyball, and basketball courts; a dog park; restrooms; and a parking lot.
Construction is scheduled to begin this summer. Contact City of Folsom Senior Park Planner Brad Nelson at bnelson@folsom.ca.us with questions about the park.
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With gas prices soaring, consider riding SacRT bus, light rail, or on-demand SmaRT Ride shuttles. For the cost of less than one gallon of gas, you can get to and from work on transit. Only $2.50 per trip, $1.25 discount fare, and FREE for students in grades TK-12, or $7 for unlimited rides with a daily pass. To purchase fare, simply download the ZipPass mobile app or a Connect Card, and cash is always an option.
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By-District Election Update |
The Folsom City Council held the fifth by-district elections public hearing on March 8. Following public comments and discussions, the City Council adopted “Preferred Map 2” as the final district map and completed the process to transition from an at-large to a by-district system of electing Councilmembers in the future. The City Council determined that members of the City Council from Council Districts 1, 3, and 5 will be elected on a by-district basis beginning with the General Municipal Election in 2022, and members of the City Council from Council Districts 2 and 4 will be elected on a by-district basis beginning with the General Municipal Election in 2024.
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Preschool Open Houses and Registration |
Folsom Parks & Recreation’s Fun Factory Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness programs are hosting open houses from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 22. Fun Factory offers separate classes for 3- and 4-year-olds; classrooms are located at 52 Natoma Street (inside the Folsom Community Center) and 66 Clarksville Road (inside the Andy Morin Sports Complex). Kindergarten Readiness is for 4-year-olds; the classroom is located at 66 Clarksville Road. Parents can visit any – or all – of the classrooms to meet our wonderful teachers, ask questions, and determine which program and class best suits your child.
New online registration method for 2022-23 school year
Registration for Fun Factory and Kindergarten Readiness opens 7 a.m. Tuesday, March 29 at webtrac.folsom.ca.us. Your child must be age 3 or 4 by September 1 to enroll. Find more information about the preschool programs, how to prepare for registration and how the process works, and answers to frequently asked questions online. Call Whitney Kahn at 916-461-6612 or email wkahn@folsom.ca.us with questions about the programs.
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Small Changes, Big Water Savings |
Small actions can add up to make a big difference in preserving our precious water resources. Here are five changes you can make to start saving today:
- Irrigate only two days per week.
- Reduce sprinkler run time by two or three minutes.
- Install an EPA WaterSense SMART irrigation controller.
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Set up a cycle and soak irrigation method. Watch this video to get started.
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Find and fix water leaks inside and outside your home. Check out this helpful video to learn how to read your water meter and test for a leak.
You can find more helpful videos, resources, and tips on the city’s Water Conservation webpage. Thank you for doing your part to use water wisely!
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City of Folsom Job Opportunities |
Find a rewarding career and make a difference in the community. Lots of job openings at the City of Folsom right now!
- Public Works Section Manager – Engineering
- Senior Management Analyst
- Engineering Technician I/II
- Firefighter/Paramedic
- Library Assistant
- Police Officer (Pre-Service and Lateral)
- Park Aide and Park Aide Specialists (temporary, part-time)
- Administrative Support, Parks & Recreation (temporary, part-time)
- Refuse Driver
- Maintenance Worker I/II
Folsom Parks & Recreation is Hiring
Folsom Parks & Recreation is accepting applications for a variety of part-time and summer job opportunities, including administrative positions, teen center staff, summer camp staff; positions at the Andy Morin Sports Complex and Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary, and park aides. Many of these positions fill quickly, and interviews begin in March. Learn more about the requirements to apply and find position descriptions at www.folsom.ca.us/hr.
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. The March 30 group interview is the first step to apply for a 2022 summer season aquatic center job—call 916-461-6640 to register for the interview. Space is limited – early registration is encouraged! Applicants must be 15 years old by the March 30 interview date.
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Borrow a Board Game at the Folsom Public Library |
Start a new tradition of game nights with classics like Connect Four and Uno, plus newer games like Blokus and Qwirkle. The Folsom Public Library offers more than 80 games, including classics, new releases, strategy, card, and puzzle games. Visit the library information desk for more information. |
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Get Connected, Stay Informed |
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