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Aug. 9 City Council Recap
SWRA East Trails Phase II, Quarry Park Adventures Reports
Contract for Rehabilitation of SWRA East Trails Phase II Approved
The City Council approved a contract to complete rehabilitation of the final section of the East Trails at the Sunset Whitney Recreation Area on Tuesday night. The contract will be awarded to Consolidated Engineering for $720,722 with an additional 15% contingency, as required by Rocklin codes, if needed.
The project consists of the removal broken asphalt pathways and repaving more than a mile of trails with accessibility upgrades at the SWRA.
Building Services
Request for Proposal
The City of Rocklin will receive proposals to Provide As-Needed Outside Plan Review, Permitting and Field Inspections for the Building Division of the Community Development Department.
Proposals are due on or before Friday, August 26, 2022, at 5:00 p.m.
RFP documents can also be accessed through the CIPLIST webpage.
Rocklin Shows Up for National Night Out
Neighborhood Watch groups across the City of Rocklin held gatherings to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 2.
The block parties were visited by City of Rocklin employees and volunteers, including City Council, the city manager, the police and fire chiefs, and many more.
Everyone took the opportunity to get to know each other on a more personal level while kids climbed in and over police and fire vehicles to get a closer look.
Rocklin Accepting Applications to Fill Unscheduled City Council Vacancy
Selected candidate service set to expire in December 2022
The City of Rocklin is now accepting applications to fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Rocklin City Council. The selected candidate will be appointed to serve on the City Council until the certification of the Special Election on November 8, 2022, wherein a candidate will be elected to fill the position.
A special meeting of the City Council has been scheduled on August 18, 2022, at 6 p.m. to interview applicants in open session and make the appointment.
July 26 City Council Recap
Pump Track Design Contract, Fire MOU, Oaths of Office
Contract for Bike Pump Track Design Approved
The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the City to sign a contract with the American Ramp Company to design an asphalt bike pump track at the undeveloped park space at Whitney Community Park.
The contract is for $67,300, and design is scheduled to be complete by the end of 2022.
Summer Civic Program Opens Eyes and Career Paths
Eight high school seniors got an up-close look at their local government over the past two weeks as part of Rocklin’s Summer Civic Career Program. The students toured City departments, learning about roles across the City including executive administration, parks and recreation, public services, emergency services, and more.
The experience was eye-opening for many, as they learned first-hand a little of what it takes to provide the high-quality services residents expect from the City of Rocklin.
City Council Candidate Filing Open Now
General and Special Municipal Election Nov. 8, 2022
The next General Municipal Election for the City of Rocklin will be held on November 8, 2022, to fill two seats on the Rocklin City Council to serve four-year terms, and a Special Municipal Election to fill one vacant seat for a two-year term. The City of Rocklin has no term limits. City Council candidates must be 18 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and a registered voter residing within the City limits at the time the Nomination Paper is issued.
City Accepting Nominations for Wall of Recognition
Former Mayor George Magnuson Reflects on Volunteerism
George Magnuson was one of the City’s longest-serving City Councilmembers, a volunteer firefighter, and community activist. He recently recalled the feeling of pride he took from in being a volunteer and that he was pleased to see a spotlight shined on the many others who give back when the “Public Safety Volunteers” were included in the first group of honorees to be inscribed on the Wall of Recognition in 2018.
Traffic Safety Committee Town Hall Meeting
Thursday, July 21, at 6 p.m. at the City Council Chambers
Rocklin residents take pride in living in a safe, family-oriented community. As Rocklin has developed and the population increased, the City’s 550 lane miles of road have become busier with people commuting to work, taking kids to school, or just walking or biking to the numerous parks in the area.
Traffic safety issues affect everyone and the City of Rocklin often receives and responds to traffic inquiries from citizens who want to improve conditions in their neighborhoods.
To offer opportunities for residents to learn more about traffic safety planning and to share traffic safety concerns, the City will hold it’s bi-annual traffic safety committee town hall on Thursday, July 21, at 6 p.m. in the Rocklin City Council Chambers.
Save Your Trees with Regular Watering
California is experiencing a severe drought and residents have been asked to reduce their water use by 20%. However, trees still need water! The guidelines below, provided by Placer County Water Agency, help businesses and residences to conserve water while keeping trees healthy.
For Residences
For residential properties, turf watering is limited to three days a week from July through September, between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.
- Trees may be watered at any day or time when using drip irrigation, hand watering, or smart controller systems.
- For lawns, reduce sprinkler timing by two minutes to save 20%.
For Commercial Properties and Businesses
Emergency conservation regulations are currently in place that prohibit irrigation of non-functional turf at commercial, industrial, and institutional properties. Please note:
- Turf on the same valve as at least one tree or can and should be watered regularly to keep trees healthy!
Find much more information on keeping trees healthy during a drought at www.pcwa.net/smart-water-use/trees.
Patterson Resigns from Rocklin City Council
Councilmember Joe Patterson has resigned from his position on the Rocklin City Council, effective June 30, 2022.
The unscheduled vacancy created on the Rocklin City Council is for a seat with a term of office expiring in December 2024.
“Rocklin is such a beautiful and historic city that has been led by dynamic leaders for generations while laying the groundwork for our thriving community,” Patterson wrote in his resignation letter. “Serving on the City Council with this backdrop has been one of the greatest honors of my life.”
ARPA Programs Approved to Support Businesses, Students, and Nonprofits
The City of Rocklin has committed more $2.85 million in Federal American Rescue Plan Act funds for community support programs to assist Rocklin residents, businesses and non-profits in recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.
On June 28, the Rocklin City Council authorized staff to enter into agreements with local organizations to provide more than $2 million to support career and technical education, student mental health, small businesses, non-profits and entrepreneurship.
Rocklin Adopts Balanced FY 2022-2023 Budget
The Rocklin City Council adopted a balanced Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget on Tuesday, June 28, with $85.1 million for operations and $13.5 million for capital expenditures. Download the full budget here.
Leading Life-Science Company CPC Scientific Locates U.S. Manufacturing in Rocklin
Rocklin, Calif. – CPC Scientific Inc., a leading global synthetic peptide production company that helps bring life changing therapeutics and diagnostics to market, has chosen Rocklin, CA, as the location of its new U.S.-based manufacturing site. The company will initially bring with them up to 50 high-quality life-science and manufacturing jobs.
State of the City 2022 Highlights Economic Development and Business Growth
The Rocklin Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2022 State of the City breakfast at the Rocklin Event Center on June 23.
The morning was highlighted by Mayor Bill Halldin’s State of the City Address, where he covered key topics including ways the City will use its American Rescue Plan Act funds to support economic recovery from COVID-19; new businesses operating now or planned to open, major development projects across the City and more.
Terracina at Whitney Ranch to Offer Affordable Rents to Working Families
Construction Underway at University Ave. and Wildcat Blvd.
USA Properties has started construction on Terracina at Whitney Ranch, an affordable apartment community in Rocklin. Located between University Avenue and Wildcat Boulevard, the project will provide affordable one-to three-bedroom apartments to residents, from early-in-their career teachers and hard-working couples with children saving for their first home, to retirees living on a fixed-income.
The Rocklin City Council approved the residential project in August 2021.
June 14 City Council Meeting Recap
Monument Springs Bridge Decision, Mosquito Update, Sierra College/PD Partnership
Monument Springs Bridge and Granite Lake Estates Decision
City Council approved modifications to the Granite Lake Estates residential project approval conditions, ensuring that no more homes will be built as part of this development prior to the completion of the Monument Springs bridge and roadway improvements.
Current residents had expressed concerns that without the bridge and roadway updates, traffic along the current roads could not be accommodated safely.
Take Note Troupe Delivers Rousing Shakespeare In The Park Performances
See photos and video recap
Last week, Take Note Troupe took the stage at Quarry Park Amphitheater for multiple live performances of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. The cast powered through warm weather with outstanding comedic and dramatic performances and had a great crowd to cheer them on. The shaved ice truck was present to cool everyone down and even pets joined the evening’s festivities.
