News and Press Releases
Placer declares the end of local COVID-19 health emergency
State of CA COVID-19 Restrictions Still in Place In Placer County
Placer County News Release
Sept. 9, 2020
AUBURN, Calif. — Citing a low incidence of COVID-19 and increasing harm caused by California’s reopening framework, the Placer County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution declaring the end of Placer County’s local health emergency.
While acknowledging that California’s state of emergency and Department of Public Health orders, directives and guidance remain in full effect in Placer County, the resolution expresses the board’s concerns that the state framework for measuring COVID-19 mischaracterizes the current state of disease specifically in Placer County and harms the community’s economic, health, mental and social well-being.
Rocklin Firefighter-Paramedic Recognized for Life-saving Service
Rocklin Firefighter-Paramedic Jesse Llopis was recently recognized for actions that saved a hiker’s life.
The Sierra-Sacramento Valley EMS presented Llopis with an Outstanding Service Award for quickly accessing a patient and providing immediate critical care despite being in a wilderness area.
“We’re Open” Sierra College Feature
"Continuing to Offer the Quality Classes Students Deserve"
As an institution of higher learning, Sierra College has two goals it is fully prepared to meet this semester: 1) keep the community safe, and 2) ensure continuity of instruction.
Classes began last Monday, but empty parking lots tell part of the story on how the college is conducting business.
Traffic Division: Public Service for Public Safety
With 72 traffic signals, 3,000 City-owned-and-managed streetlights, and 15,000 signs in City limits, the Rocklin Traffic Division has plenty to keep the department of four busy.
Each traffic signal undergoes quarterly and annual checks to verify that the conflict manager, detectors, controllers, and lights are working properly, and to clean out the cabinets of any debris. Additionally, about 10 intersections of traffic signal lights, or about 50 bulbs, are replaced every year to reduce the chance of burned-out lights causing confusion for drivers.
City of Rocklin Proclaims Saturday, August 29, 2020 as Bryce Jessup Day
The Rocklin City Council is honoring the memory and life of Dr. Bryce Jessup, President Emeritus of William Jessup University, by proclaiming Saturday, August 29, 2020 as Bryce Jessup Day in Rocklin.
Jessup passed away in late July during a fishing and hiking trip in the High Sierras with family. The university has planned a livestreamed memorial celebration for Saturday, August 29, with COVID-19 precautions. Attendees are asked to RSVP in advance here.
Lasting Success for Short-term Rentals
Short-Term Rental Permit Required in Rocklin
The City of Rocklin requires a permit for property owners to offer short-term rentals on sites like Airbnb, VRBO and others. The guidelines offer owners flexibility while encouraging harmony with the surrounding neighborhood. Fill out the short-term rental form below to start renting responsibly in your neighborhood.
The Team behind the Clean
How Custodial Staff Keeps Customers and Staff Safe
At 10 p.m., most people are winding down from a long day. For Dale Rappleye, Building Maintenance Supervisor with the City, his workday in custodial maintenance is just beginning, cleaning up everything from the day and giving it a fresh start for the next.
“There is a huge impact on work environment and attitude towards one’s job. A clean building creates a brighter, fresher environment for staff, which creates a better work environment,” Rappleye said.
Rocklin Reiterates Concerns with Latest Loomis Costco Plan
The City of Rocklin’s economic success is intertwined with the entire region and Rocklin views the fiscal health of neighboring municipalities as vital to future growth for all.
Reginald Williams Hired as Rocklin Fire Chief
The City of Rocklin has hired Reginald Williams as Rocklin’s next fire chief, and he will begin his new responsibilities on Monday, August 3.
Williams leaves his position as assistant fire chief with the City of San José, where he oversaw 838 employees in the third largest city in California. Williams had been with San José, for 25 years, holding roles also including deputy chief, battalion chief, captain, engineer, and fire fighter paramedic.
The combination of his experience, along with his skillset and education, made him a clear choice for Rocklin.
Abatement on Sunset Whitney Recreation Area Structures Nearly Complete
The Sunset Whitney Recreation Area (SWRA) has become a popular place for Rocklin residents to enjoy the outdoors since the opening of the West Trails in the fall of 2019.
The trails provide a great resource for people looking to walk, bike or just get a little fresh air during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Impact Axe
"We're Open" Business Features
Impact Axe provides a fun indoor activity for family and friends to get together in a safe environment. The business opened early this February, and shut its doors in mid-March after being open for less than six weeks.
Dogtopia
We're Open Business Features
Dogtopia of Rocklin offers daycare, overnight boarding, and spa and grooming services for dogs. Since opening in Rocklin last July, the business gained plenty of pet parents that use them for daycare while at work or for overnight boarding when going on vacations. When the coronavirus hit, people began working from home and cancelled their vacations. Dogtopia closed for two months from March 19 to May 19 and lost all of its regular vacation-based boarding, though boarding is expected to bounce back as people begin to travel again.
Coronavirus Crisis Doubles Need for Meals on Wheels Volunteers
The COVID-19 crisis has shone a spotlight on just how quickly people can find themselves without food. Applications for meal delivery from Seniors First, Placer County’s only senior-focused service organization and provider of Meals on Wheels, have more than doubled in recent weeks.
Over 400 clients are served in Placer County per day through Meals on Wheels. Many of Seniors First’s volunteer delivery drivers, some seniors themselves, have been sidelined due to COVID restrictions which has dramatically increased the need for additional volunteers.
Mental Health Month: Connecting with and Supporting Others
It’s the final week of Mental Health Awareness Month, and the City of Rocklin wraps up by sharing tips from the organization Mental Health America to connect with others, virtually.
People help to enrich our lives and get us through tough times. Sometimes they know exactly how to support us, and other times, the next best step doesn’t come naturally. Here are some ways to connect with others and help those struggling with tough times.
Keep Rocklin Running
Code Enforcement
Senior Code Enforcement Officer Ryan Taylor is helping keep Rocklin communities safe and up to code by continuing to inspect and investigate code violation reports through the coronavirus pandemic.
Mental Health Month
Finding the Positive
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the City of Rocklin is sharing tips from the organization Mental Health America to help manage mental health each week.
Rocklin Offers Restaurants More Flexibility with Temporary Outdoor Dining Guidelines
Outdoor Dining Application
The Rocklin City Council approved an urgency ordinance to reduce the outdoor dining and beverage service establishment regulations on an interim basis in response to COVID-19 at their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 26.
Keep Rocklin Running
Information Technology Department
The Information Technology Division manages and supports the City’s technology infrastructure, applications, and databases utilized by all City departments to provide critical services to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Keeping Rocklin Running
Rocklin Fire Department
The men and women of the Rocklin Fire Department, from fire fighters and dispatchers to administration and management, are helping keep Rocklin’s citizens safe and protected during the coronavirus pandemic.
From Boards to Barriers
Rocklin Manufacturer Helping Businesses Stay Safe and Prepare to Reopen
Rocklin business owner Neil Henderson of Prospect Wake and Snow is usually focused on crafting handmade skis, snowboards and wakeboards for people headed to the water or mountains. The COVID-19 pandemic quickly ended the ski season, suppressed spring boating, and forced Henderson to close his doors to help slow the spread of the disease.