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This stunning #PlacerLife photo, taken by @emrrado on Instagram, captures the starry night sky of North Lake Tahoe so beautifully!

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211 Placer launches to offer one-stop shop for community services

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211 Placer is here! Placer County's new information and referral system is a free, confidential, multilingual information line and website that connects people with the services and resources in their community. 
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Fireworks are illegal in unincorporated Placer County

Portrait of CAL FIRE NEU Unit Chief / Placer County Fire Department Chief Brian Estes in front of fire vehicle

Though 'safe and sane' fireworks are allowed in some Placer cities, all fireworks are prohibited in unincorporated areas of Placer County. Hear about how local fire agencies are working to deter illegal firework use and the serious wildfire risk fireworks present in the latest video message from CAL FIRE Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit Chief / Placer County Fire Department Chief Brian Estes. Watch video


Have a fun and safe Fourth of July!

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Placer County offices will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Celebrate our great nation while taking simple steps to stay safe and healthy. Here are some things to consider before engaging in activities during the pandemic, plus some other basic safety tips for the Fourth of July. 


Join our virtual town hall on fire protection

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County residents are encouraged to attend a virtual town hall meeting on Monday, July 6, at 11 a.m. to hear an update from Placer County Board of Supervisors members and the Placer County Fire Chief about fire protection services and wildfire preparedness. Learn more


Keep Placer healthy: New posters available for your business

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According to a recent survey, nearly 49% of local customers would not visit a business that made them feel unsafe. Business owners can download free materials to help keep customers and employees safe and informed. Learn more

 


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List of active projects throughout Placer County

Projects are listed alphabetically and by Board of Supervisors districts. A hard copy of the list is available at the Placer County Community Development Resource Agency, 3091 County Center Drive in Auburn. 

Active Projects

Upcoming public meetings and events

Placer County offices CLOSED for Independence Day holiday, July 3
Placer County fire preparedness virtual town hall, July 6, 11 a.m. Information
Foresthill virtual town hall meeting, July 6, 6 p.m. Information
Placer County Board of Supervisors meeting, July 7, 9 a.m. Information
Placer County Housing Element virtual workshop, July 8, 11 a.m. Information
Placer County Planning Commission meeting, July 9, 9 a.m. Information
California Department of Insurance Tele-Town Hall on fire preparedness and resources, July 9, 5 p.m. Information
North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council virtual meeting, July 9, 6 p.m.
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To learn about other Placer County committees and commissions and current opportunities to serve your community click here.

Upcoming community events

State public health guidance directs all non-essential gatherings to be postponed or canceled until further notice. Learn more

PlacerGROWN farmers’ markets are still taking place following physical distancing direction from health authorities. Learn more

County jobs website is updated regularly

Check out Placer County's employment website for a list of open positions, including internships. Job seekers can apply for positions and sign up for job alerts to be notified of openings. Those without internet access can use a computer kiosk in the Human Resources Department's lobby, at 145 Fulweiler Ave., in Auburn. 

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