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The board approved a funding commitment for up to $7.26 million for Phase 1 of the Hope Way Apartments, a 132-unit affordable apartment community planned at 3130 Penryn Road in unincorporated Penryn.
Placer County Board Approves Funding Requests for Two Affordable Housing Projects

Aug 26, 2026 12:46PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors today approved two funding requests supporting the development of affordable housing projects in Penryn and West Placer County.

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Placer to Host Virtual Community Meeting June 10 on Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance Amendment

May 19, 2026 12:45PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Community Development Resource Agency invites residents to attend a virtual community meeting at 6 p.m. on June 10 to learn more about proposed amendments to the county’s accessory dwelling unit ordinance.

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$3 Million Available for Clean Air Projects in Placer County

Apr 03, 2026 02:55PM ● By Placer County Air Pollution Control District News Release

More than $3 million is now available to help Placer County businesses, nonprofits and public agencies replace older equipment, reduce air pollution and lower operating costs.

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Second Installment of Property Taxes Due

Mar 25, 2026 09:31AM ● By Office of Tristan Butcher, Treasurer-Tax Collector News Release

The Placer County Treasurer-Tax Collector is reminding property owners to avoid property tax penalties by paying the second installment of property taxes by 5 p.m. April 10 for the 2025-26 tax year.

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211 Placer Launches Spanish-Language Facebook Group to Connect Residents with Reliable Resources

Feb 11, 2026 04:34PM ● By 211 Placer News Release

In recognition of Feb. 11 as “211 Day,” 211 Placer has launched a new Spanish-language Facebook group designed to share useful information about community resources, free or low-cost services and local activities for Spanish-speaking residents in Placer County.

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First Installment of Property Taxes Due

Dec 01, 2025 05:00PM ● By Placer County Treasurer-Tax Collector Office News Release

The Placer County Treasurer-Tax Collector is reminding property owners to avoid property tax penalties by paying the first installment of property taxes by Wednesday, Dec. 10th at 5 p.m. for the 2025-2026 tax year.

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Home Sales Remain Above Average During October

Nov 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By MPG Staff

New home sales in the Sacramento region rose modestly in September and remained above the historical average for this time of year, the North State Building Industry Association announced on Nov. 11.

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Affordable Housing Needs: A Report From Community Service Providers

Nov 13, 2025 11:02AM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

n response to growing concerns about housing instability, a survey of 50 health and human services providers was conducted in 2024 to understand the scope and impact of affordable housing shortages in our region.

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Community Invited to Pair of Workshops to Weigh in on Affordable Housing Priority Applicant Policy

Sep 19, 2025 10:51AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is seeking community feedback on a potential Affordable Housing Priority Applicant Policy countywide. Staff will be hosting a couple of meetings to hear from residents and answer questions about the potential policy, beginning Sept. 30 in North Lake Tahoe and continuing Oct. 2 in Auburn.

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Orangetheory Franchise Owners to Expand Portfolio with 3 Seniors Helping Seniors® Territories

Sep 05, 2025 02:31PM ● By Seniors Helping Seniors News Release

Steve and Kristin LeClair are growing in the franchise world, bringing a new sense of purpose to their work with the launch of their senior care franchise in the Greater Sacramento area

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Placer County Moves Towards Fleet Electrification

Aug 29, 2025 09:05AM ● By Placer County News Release

Looking to increase transit usage, provide a more connected network and deliver reliable service throughout western Placer County, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Placer County Transit’s 2025 short-range transit plan and proposed service plan implementation on Aug. 19.

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Saving Thousands, Earning Credits

Aug 15, 2025 12:12PM ● By Sierra College News Release

How Sierra College’s Dual Enrollment Transforms High School Education

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The City of Roseville Implements BetterFleet Charge Management Software for Electric Buses and Municipal Fleet Vehicles

Aug 15, 2025 11:28AM ● By BetterFleet News Release

BetterFleet’s advanced charge management system helps Roseville transition to zero-emission vehicles while managing energy usage and providing real-time operational insights

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Placer County Releases Final Recirculated EIR for Mill Creek Single Family Residential Project

Aug 15, 2025 10:39AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Community Development Resource Agency has released the final recirculated environmental impact report for the proposed Mill Creek Single Family Residential Project, a 322-lot single-family development with five parks and a trail in the southeastern Dry Creek–West Placer community.

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Placer County District 2 Supervisor Shanti Landon
Placer County Supervisor Shanti Landon Re-Appointed to National Leadership Position on Agriculture and Rural Affairs

Aug 05, 2025 05:09PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County District 2 Supervisor Shanti Landon has been re-appointed Rural Development Subcommittee Vice Chair for the National Association of Counties Agriculture and Rural Affairs Policy Steering Committee, and as a member of the association’s Rural Action Caucus.

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PCWA Preparing to Restore Full Untreated Water Deliveries

Jul 31, 2025 02:53PM ● By Placer County Water Agency News Release

PCWA Anticipates Resumption of Normal Water Deliveries by Mid-August

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Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Jul 25, 2025 04:56PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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Typewriter poetry workshop at 2024 Tahoe Literary Festival.
Tahoe Literary Festival Announces Dates

Jul 25, 2025 10:10AM ● By Tahoe Literary Festival News Release

The second Tahoe Literary Festival announces its fall dates for Oct. 10 and 11. The Tahoe Literary Festival is a grassroots community event that fosters creativity, cultivates community, supports artists, and inspires anyone passionate about the literary arts in whatever form they gravitate toward.

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Placer County Public Health is offering free back-to-school immunization clinics
Free Back-To-School Vaccine Clinics for Families in Need

Jul 25, 2025 09:56AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Public Health is offering free back-to-school immunization clinics for children who are without health insurance or have Medi-Cal and may have difficulty accessing the vaccines needed to attend school.

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Placer County Elections Office Opens Candidate Filing for Nov. 4, Special Election
Charter Review Committee Meets for Second Time on July 29

Jul 25, 2025 09:47AM ● By Placer County News Release

Community conversation about updating the Placer County Charter continues at the next meeting of the county’s Charter Review Committee on July 29 in Rocklin.

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Placer County Elections Office Opens Candidate Filing for Nov. 4, Special Election
Placer Fish and Game Commission Grant Application Period Now Open

Jul 25, 2025 09:40AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Fish and Game Commission has opened its annual grant solicitation process, inviting applications from nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, community groups and individuals.

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Placer County has taken another step toward removing metal and concrete bridge debris that has sat in the American River
American River Debris Removal Project Nears Contract Award

Jul 25, 2025 09:23AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County has taken another step toward removing metal and concrete bridge debris that has sat in the American River for 60 years.

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Placer County Elections Office Opens Candidate Filing for Nov. 4, Special Election
Placer County Elections Office Opens Candidate Filing for Nov. 4, Special Election

Jul 16, 2025 11:54AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Elections Office would like to share some key deadlines and other important information regarding the November 4, 2025 Special Election, particularly with those considering candidacy.

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The North Lake Tahoe Economic Development Incentive Program

Jul 01, 2025 08:54AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County moves forward with a pair of economic development incentives to spur revitalization of North Lake Tahoe town centers.

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Firework Ban and Safety Reminder

Jun 27, 2025 09:51AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County urges its residents to follow key rules to enjoy Fourth of July festivities as the holiday approaches to prevent wildfires.

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Placer Housing Programs Receive Funding

Jun 26, 2025 03:03PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County invests another $500,000 and updates the guidelines for North Lake Tahoe, CA housing programs for local residents.

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The North Tahoe Shared-Use Trail Closer to Completion

Jun 24, 2025 02:32PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved plans for Segment 1 of the North Tahoe Shared-Use Trail and authorized the director of Public Works to advertise for construction bids.

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California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Suspends Burning

Jun 20, 2025 09:09AM ● By California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) News Release

This suspension takes effect Monday, June 23rd, 2025, at 8 a.m. and bans all residential outdoor burning of landscape debris such as branches and leaves.

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New Signs Help Remind Everyone to Keep Tahoe Beaches Clean

Jun 20, 2025 08:52AM ● By Placer County News Release

Officials from the Placer County Sheriff’s Office and Placer County want to remind tourists and residents throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin to follow the county’s beach ordinances this summer.

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West Nile Virus Positive Mosquitoes Found in West Placer County

Jun 18, 2025 11:30AM ● By Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

Placer Mosquito urges residents to use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered repellent to prevent bites.

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Effort Launched to Combat Interstate 80 Brake Fires

Jun 12, 2025 04:25PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County District 5 Supervisor Cindy Gustafson works to address the growing brake fire concern and protect foothill and mountain communities along the heavily traveled corridor.

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Housing and Real Estate
New 2025-29 Housing Action Plan

Jun 12, 2025 03:09PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Board approves 2025-29 housing action plan as Placer looks to accelerate 1,300 achievable housing units.

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Placer County Transitions First-Time Homebuyer Program to Interest List Phase

Jun 10, 2025 08:58AM ● By Placer County News Release

Applicants that receive approval for the program will be contacted and provided a letter for their primary mortgage lender to use in the process of purchasing the home.

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Placer County Launches New Software to Streamline Residential Solar Permits

Jun 09, 2025 09:35AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County introduces an automated online portal designed to expedite the permitting process for residential rooftop solar and energy storage systems.

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Draft Placer 2050 Vision Statement and Guiding Principles released

Jun 03, 2025 11:32AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Vision Statement envisions Placer County in 2050 as a region that cherishes its natural beauty, fosters vibrant and inclusive communities and promotes sustainable growth.

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