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Candidate Filing Now Open For 2024 Rocklin Municipal Election
The next General Municipal Election for the City of Rocklin will
be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 to fill three seats on the
Rocklin City Council for four-year terms. Candidate filing for
these open seats is open now through August 9, 2024 by 5 p.m.
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.
2024 Wall of Recognition Nominations Now Open
The nomination period for this year’s Wall of Recognition honorees is open now through August 2, 2024. Each year, the City opens the nomination period for new honorees to be added to the Wall of Recognition, originally dedicated in 2018 for the City’s 125th anniversary of incorporation. Nominations for the wall can include persons, families, business entities, and community groups who have made significant contributions to the betterment of our community.
2024 July Extreme Heat Event
We are seeing record-high temperatures for the year this week in Rocklin this week.
Protect yourself and those you love by preparing for extended days of excessive heat. Heat-related deaths rank among the highest of all weather-related hazards. Sensitive groups are especially vulnerable: elderly, children, sick people, and animals.
Plan your outdoor activities accordingly. Try to schedule activities in the morning or evening when temperatures will be cooler, and with less exposure to direct sunlight.
June 25 Rocklin City Council Recap
Swearing In of Newly Appointed Rocklin Boards, Commissions, and Committee Members
On May 29, 2024, the City Council conducted interviews with qualified applicants to fill vacancies on the City’s Board of Appeals, Community Recognition Commission, and Parks & Recreation Commission. The City Council also reviewed requests for reappointment of scheduled vacancies on the Board of Appeals, Community Recognition Commission, Investment Advisory Committee, Parks & Recreation Commission, and the Planning Commission.
Firework Safety 2024
Only "Safe & Sane" Fireworks Permitted In Rocklin
As we approach Independence Day, it is important for residents to stay informed of enforced regulations concerning the purchase and igniting of fireworks within city limits.
The City of Rocklin has adopted a Zero Tolerance Policy regarding Illegal Fireworks. Only “Safe & Sane” fireworks are legal in California and may be sold within the city limits by non-profit organizations that meet specific criteria.
Road Closure on Park Drive
June 18 - 20 and June 24 - 27
The City’s Engineering Division has a paving contractor performing pavement rehabilitation on Park Drive between Stanford Ranch and Bay Street on June 18 – 20 and June 24 – 27.
This construction activity will result in Park Drive having a FULL ROAD closure. Details are as follows:
Dates of Work:
- Tuesday, June 18 through Thursday, June 20
- Monday, June 24 through Thursday, June 27
Hours of Work: 9 PM to 5 AM
June 11 Rocklin City Council Recap
Placer Mosquito & Vector Control District Annual Update
Meagan Luevano, Public Information Officer with the Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District, presented City Council with an annual update on initiatives, projects and information on mosquito activity in the area.
This organization aims to effectively manage the risks from vectors and vector-borne disease in Placer County to protect public health.
Fitch Upgrades City of Rocklin’s Bond Rating to ‘AAA’
The City of Rocklin is pleased to announce that the bond rating agency, Fitch, has improved Rocklin’s rating from ‘AA+’ to ‘AAA’. Fitch is an independent bond rating agency that evaluates our budgets, financial statements, operating performance, debt profile, economic drivers, and long-term liabilities to rate our debt and ability to repay investors.
May 28 Rocklin City Council Recap
Leadership Rocklin 2023-24 Graduates Honored
City Council received a special presentation regarding the graduating class of Leadership Rocklin 2023-24.
Leadership Rocklin is a program run by the Rocklin Area Chamber of Commerce that aims to develop leadership skills, community knowledge, and relationships. The program also encourages participants to give back to the community.
May 14 Rocklin City Council Recap
Proclamation Recognizing National Police Week
Mayor Janda Presented Rocklin Police Chief Rustin Banks with a proclamation recognizing May 12-18 as National Police Week and May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day.
Five Star – Mission Hills Paving Project
The Five Star – Mission Hills Paving Project is expected to begin work May 2024. McGuire and Hester (The City’s contractor), and the City of Rocklin will do everything possible to minimize inconveniences during this construction activity.
Rocklin residents within the impacted area will be receiving door hangers with information regarding the pavement rehabilitation project.
Rocklin Ranked One Of The Safest Cities In California
Rocklin has been named the ninth safest city in California by SafeWise, a leading safety firm specializing in home security advice and services.
Last month, SafeWise published its 10th annual Safest Cities report, which is conducted by using FBI crime statistics and population data. SafeWise determined that Rocklin boasts a rate of fewer than 1.1 violent crimes and 13 property crimes per 1,000 residents – figures far below the state and national rates.
April 23 Rocklin City Council Recap
Whitney Ranch Retail Project; Weed Abatement; Ruhkala Awards
Whitney Ranch Retail Project
City of Rocklin Senior Planner Nathan Anderson presented City Council with details regarding the development of a Whitney Ranch Retail Center.
This project is proposing to construct a commercial shopping center consisting of ten buildings, totaling approximately 95,000 square feet. The center will be anchored by an approximately 44,000 square foot Nugget Market, which will be the first large grocery store in the Whitney Ranch area.
2024 Ruhkala Community Service Awards Honorees
The Rocklin City Council held a special presentation for the 2024 Ruhkala Community Service Award Winners at the April 23 City Council meeting and honored them with an awards reception.
Honorees include:
Rocklin Welcomes new Parks & Recreation Director
Parks & Recreation Director Veronica Tracy
The City of Rocklin has announced an important selection of Veronica Tracy as its next Parks & Recreation Director, effective April 8. This selection fills a post that has been vacant since September 2023.
Run Rocklin Course Routes
Updated course routes have been completed for the upcoming Run Rocklin race on Sunday, April 14. These routes have been designed to keep runners safe and avoid heavy traffic and construction zones.
You can find the half marathon and 10k routes, below.
April 9 Rocklin City Council Recap
Council Honors Public Safety Dispatchers; PCTPA Transportation Plan
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
City Council approved a proclamation recognizing April 14-20, 2024 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, honoring Safety Dispatcher’s dedication to keeping law enforcement and citizens safe.
Mayor Janda delivered the proclamation and signed it into effect.
eTrakit Permitting System Now Available!
Get permit and project information with this powerful tool
Rocklin’s eTrakit Online Public Record Search and Permitting System gives users access to the most commonly requested permit and project information for Building, Planning, Fire and Public Works.
March 26 Rocklin City Council Recap
Police Department Annual Report; GSEC Provides Highlights of Germany Economic Development Trip
2023 Rocklin Police Department Annual Report
Rocklin Police Chief Rustin Banks and Crime Analyst Shawn Baird formally presented the 2023 Rocklin Police Department Annual Report to City Council Tuesday night.
The 2023 report features statistics on crime, law enforcement tools, and response times in the Rocklin area and shines a light on the variety of work done by the different units and divisions of the police department.
Spring Medication Take-Back Day
Multiple agencies taking back unwanted prescription drugs
On Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Rocklin Police Department and multiple agencies across western Placer County will help the public prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted medications.