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Join us this week in Vernon Street Town Square for the Downtown Holiday Celebration. Three festive nights, plenty of holiday cheer and fun for all ages!
Tree Grove — Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 6–7:30 p.m.
Stroll through a glowing grove of trees and kick off the season together. Free.
Christmas Tree Lighting — Thursday, Dec. 4, from 6–8 p.m.
Gather for crafts, community, and the big moment when the tree lights up at 6:10 p.m. Free.
North Pole Tavern — Friday, Dec. 5, from 6–8 p.m.
Wrap up the celebration with a toast to the holidays and a costume contest.
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Toys for Tots donation locations
Give a child the gift of joy this holiday season by donating new, unwrapped toys for those in need during Toys for Tots.
Donations are needed for kids of all ages and will be distributed by local nonprofit organizations to those in need. In order to have time to distribute the toys, we kindly ask for donations by Friday, Dec. 12, however, donations will be accepted through Christmas.
See drop-off locations
Write a Letter to the Sky
Letters to the Sky is coming to Royer Pedestrian Bridge! Pick up waterproof paper at any Roseville library location and write a message from your heart in one of four themes: Remembrance, Gratitude, Wishes, or “What I Would Tell You If I Could.”
Notes will be hung along the illuminated bridge from Friday, Dec. 12, to Friday, Jan. 2. Return your letter to any library by Friday, Dec. 5.
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A little planning goes a long way. Shop early, avoid traffic delays, and make the season brighter for everyone on the road. Keep traffic merry.
Supporting small businesses strengthens Roseville's economy
Small businesses are the backbone of our community and economy. More than 5,100 of small businesses provide over 40 percent of local jobs and employ nearly 37,000 people. Our local retailers, service providers, and family-owned shops define our community’s character and keep revenue right here at home.
Supporting small businesses means investing in neighbors, creating jobs, and strengthening Roseville’s economic health.
Innovate. Grow. Succeed.
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Ignite your ideas: Apply for the Roseville Rising student entrepreneur program
Do you know a high school student ready to turn big ideas into real-world impact?
Apply for Roseville Rising, a dynamic 12-week after-school program supporting young entrepreneurs across the Sacramento region.
Through hands-on workshops, mentorship from local leaders, team-based problem solving, and a high-energy demo event, students develop crucial skills for navigating challenges, innovating solutions, and launching new ventures. This no-cost Roseville Venture Lab program also includes the chance to win cash prizes.
Apply by Jan. 21
Future innovators: Join the CAD Accelerator Program
Dive into a six-week computer-aided design (CAD) cohort for motivated high school innovators. Learn Autodesk Fusion, design real products, get mentored by industry pros, and work inside the Roseville Venture Lab. Applications open on Monday, Dec. 8.
Thursdays, Jan. 22 through Feb. 26
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Final showcase on Saturday, March 12
Learn more
Traffic technology keeps you moving
Traffic is such a routine part of life. So you may not realize how much happens behind the scenes to keep vehicles, bikes and pedestrians moving, especially during the busy holiday season. Learn more about how traffic technology keeps you moving.
Watch the video
Work planned for Atlantic and Vernon Street S-curve project to improve traffic
Work on the Atlantic and Vernon Street S-curve, between Lincoln and Yosemite Street, is expected to start this winter to improve traffic flow and safety.
Project updates include adding lighted pedestrian crossings to enhance safety, reducing lanes to slow vehicle speeds, installing green bike lanes for better visibility, and constructing landscaped medians. In addition, left turns will be limited at smaller intersections to help reduce collisions.
Learn more
Two opportunities to serve your community
We are currently accepting applications for the Local Citizens' Sales Tax and Oversight Committee and the Public Utilities Commission. Applications for any of these vacancies are due by Friday, Dec. 5, at 4 p.m.
You can access applications online, by calling (916) 774-5267, or by visiting the City Clerk's Office (311 Vernon Street).
Apply now
Apply for the Citizens’ Benefit Fund 2025
Grant applications open for the Citizens’ Benefit Fund on Monday, December 1. Those interested in applying are strongly encouraged to attend the January 13 grant application workshop to learn more about the process and requirements.
The deadline to submit a grant application for fiscal year 2026-27 is 5 p.m. Monday, February 2.
Learn more
Light up your holiday savings
Give yourself a whole watt to be merry about this holiday season and switch to LED holiday light strands. They consume about 75 percent less energy than conventional incandescent light strands and they last longer too. They’re also safer, sturdier, longer lasting, and easier to install.
Learn more ways to save this holiday season at Roseville.ca.us/SaveEnergy.
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The quiet work that makes every drop count
Every day, Roseville’s utility systems keep the city running. Water moves through pipes and treatment plants, wastewater is cleaned and returned to the environment, and solid waste is collected, sorted, and recycled. It all works because teams across our utilities plan ahead, pay attention to the details, and care about doing the job right.
Most of the city’s most important work happens underground, unnoticed, and that is the point. It keeps water safe, wastewater moving, and daily life uninterrupted. Learn more about Roseville’s engineers, planners, and field crews, who support dependable services every day.
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Green Gardener At Home returns this Spring
Get ready to dig in for the popular Green Gardener at Home workshop series, which returns Feb. 12, 2026 through April 9, 2026. This class offers hands-on classes to help you create a beautiful, water-efficient landscape that thrives in California’s unique climate.
The seven-week workshop focuses on watershed-wise gardening, covering soil health, efficient irrigation, climate-adapted plant selection, sustainable pruning, and pest management. Local landscape professionals guide each session, giving participants skills they can use immediately.
Sign up today
Succulents for Soups is back
Do you have extra canned goods or non-perishable items in your pantry? From Wednesday, Nov. 12, through Friday, Dec. 19, bring your non-perishable food items to the Utility Exploration Center or Utilities' Customer Care Center, and as a token of our appreciation, you’ll receive one complimentary succulent, provided by our partners at Green Acres Nursery and Supply.
Drop-off locations:
Utility Exploration Center, 1501 Pleasant Grove Boulevard
Tuesday through Saturday, noon - 4 p.m.
Utilities Customer Care Center, 116 S. Grant Street
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Learn more
Getting to Kings games is a slam dunk
Skip traffic and parking and make Roseville Transit part of your game plan. Ride the Game Day Express.
Join fellow Kings fans on non-stop bus service between Roseville and Kings games at the Golden 1 Center. Fares are as low as $3.25 each way.
Buy tickets online
Explore current job openings
Building Inspector I / II
Building Plans Examiner Supervisor
IT Program Manager – Strategic Planning
Police Officer - Lateral & Academy Graduate
Police Records Clerk II
Recreation Specialist
Senior Engineer
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Utility Billing Analyst I/II
Find more opportunities and sign up to receive job notifications at roseville.ca.us/jobs. Follow our new @team.roseville Instagram to explore our innovative and dynamic City culture and what it's like to be a part of #TeamRoseville.
Apply now
UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS
View meeting agendas and minutes
City Council Meeting - 6 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 17
Planning Commission - 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 11
Parks & Recreation Commission - 6 p.m., Monday, Jan. 5
Transportation Commission - 6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 16
Public Utilities Commission - Tuesday, Dec. 23, meeting is cancelled.
Grants Advisory Commission - 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026
Design Committee - 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 18
Senior Commission - 2 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026
OPEB Trust Review Committee - 2 p.m., Monday, Dec. 15
Economic Development Advisory Committee - 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026
With the Roseville City Council Chambers at 311 Vernon Street currently under construction, please refer to your council and commission agendas for current meeting locations.
Meetings can be viewed live online or on demand on the City’s website and on the City’s YouTube channel.
311 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA 95678
(916) 774-5200 | www.roseville.ca.us
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Most Roseville City offices are closed Nov. 27 and 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.
Refuse service follows its regular daily pick-up schedule. The City remains staffed to provide safety and emergency services.
Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 27):
All locations are closed.
Adventure Club and Preschools are closed.
Nov. 28:
Mike Shellito Indoor Pool open 5:30 a.m.–8 p.m.
Mahany Fitness Center open 5:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Adventure Club and Preschools are closed.
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Holiday Edition of 3 IN :30 is here
It’s the most festive time of the year! Get ready for twinkling trees, snowy surprises, Santa sightings, and plenty of family-friendly fun. From cozy traditions to can’t-miss seasonal moments around town, we’re packing all the holiday cheer into this special Holiday Edition of 3 IN :30.
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Celebrate the season at Grinchmas
Get ready for a unique holiday experience with Grinchmas on Friday, Dec. 12, at the Maidu Community Center. Enjoy a festive day filled with Grinch-inspired crafts, tasty treats, and a special visit with Santa. Various time slots are available starting at 4 p.m.
Tickets
Toys for Tots donation locations
Give a child the gift of joy this holiday season by donating new, unwrapped toys for those in need during Toys for Tots.
Donations are needed for kids of all ages and will be distributed by local nonprofit organizations to those in need. In order to have time to distribute the toys, we kindly ask for donations by Friday, Dec. 12, however, donations will be accepted through Christmas.
See drop-off locations
A little planning goes a long way. Shop early, avoid traffic delays, and make the season brighter for everyone on the road. Keep traffic merry.
Traffic technology keeps you moving
Traffic is such a routine part of life. So you may not realize how much happens behind the scenes to keep vehicles, bikes and pedestrians moving, especially during the busy holiday season. Learn more about how traffic technology keeps you moving.
Watch the video
Work planned for Atlantic and Vernon Street S-curve project to improve traffic
Work on the Atlantic and Vernon Street S-curve, between Lincoln and Yosemite Street, is expected to start this winter to improve traffic flow and safety.
Project updates include adding lighted pedestrian crossings to enhance safety, reducing lanes to slow vehicle speeds, installing green bike lanes for better visibility, and constructing landscaped medians. In addition, left turns will be limited at smaller intersections to help reduce collisions.
Learn more
Applications are open for two Commissions
Applications are open for several commissions and committees, including the Local Citizens' Sales Tax and Oversight Committee and the Public Utilities Commission. Applications for any of these vacancies are due by Friday, Dec. 5, at 4 p.m.
You can access applications online, by calling (916) 774-5267, or by visiting the City Clerk's Office (311 Vernon Street).
Apply now
Apply for the Citizens’ Benefit Fund 2025
Grant applications open for the Citizens’ Benefit Fund on Monday, December 1. Those interested in applying are strongly encouraged to attend the January 13 grant application workshop to learn more about the process and requirements.
The deadline to submit a grant application for fiscal year 2026-27 is 5 p.m. Monday, February 2.
Learn more
Succulents for Soups is back
Do you have extra canned goods or non-perishable items in your pantry? From Wednesday, Nov. 12, through Friday, Dec. 19, bring your non-perishable food items to the Utility Exploration Center or Utilities' Customer Care Center, and as a token of our appreciation, you’ll receive one complimentary succulent, provided by our partners at Green Acres Nursery and Supply.
Drop-off locations:
Utility Exploration Center, 1501 Pleasant Grove Boulevard
Tuesday through Saturday, noon - 4 p.m.
Utilities Customer Care Center, 116 S. Grant Street
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Learn more
Green Gardener At Home returns this Spring
Get ready to dig in for the popular Green Gardener at Home workshop series, which returns Feb. 12, 2026 through April 9, 2026. This class offers hands-on classes to help you create a beautiful, water-efficient landscape that thrives in California’s unique climate.
The seven-week workshop focuses on watershed-wise gardening, covering soil health, efficient irrigation, climate-adapted plant selection, sustainable pruning, and pest management. Local landscape professionals guide each session, giving participants skills they can use immediately.
Sign up today
Curbside Leaf Pickup season underway
Take advantage of Curbside Leaf Pickup through Jan. 16 and help prevent fallen front yard leaves from clogging stormwater drains.
Learn more
Snap a photo of your favorite trail activity, enter the Trail Photo Contest
Whether walking, biking, or running on our trails, capture your favorite activity and enter the Trail Photo Contest by Monday, Dec. 1 for a chance to win a prize.
You may see your photos featured in future City of Roseville communications.
Learn more
Getting to Kings games is a slam dunk
Skip traffic and parking and make Roseville Transit part of your game plan. Ride the Game Day Express.
Join fellow Kings fans on non-stop bus service between Roseville and Kings games at the Golden 1 Center. Fares are as low as $3.25 each way.
Buy tickets online
Explore current job openings
Building Inspector I / II
Building Plans Examiner Supervisor
IT Program Manager – Strategic Planning
Police Officer - Lateral & Academy Graduate
Police Records Clerk II
Power Plant Operator Technician I / II
Recreation Specialist
Senior Engineer
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Utility Billing Analyst I/II
Find more opportunities and sign up to receive job notifications at roseville.ca.us/jobs. Follow our new @team.roseville Instagram to explore our innovative and dynamic City culture and what it's like to be a part of #TeamRoseville.
Apply now
UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS
View meeting agendas and minutes
City Council Meeting - 6 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 17
Planning Commission - Thursday, Dec. 11 is cancelled.
Parks & Recreation Commission - 6 p.m., Monday, Dec. 1
Transportation Commission - 6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 16
Public Utilities Commission - 6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 23
Grants Advisory Commission - 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026
Design Committee - 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 18
Senior Commission - 2 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026
Law and Regulation Committee - 9 a.m., Thursday, April 16
OPEB Trust Review Committee - 2 p.m., Monday, Dec. 15
Economic Development Advisory Committee - 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026
With the Roseville City Council Chambers at 311 Vernon Street currently under construction, please refer to your council and commission agendas for current meeting locations.
Meetings can be viewed live online or on demand on the City’s website and on the City’s YouTube channel.
311 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA 95678
(916) 774-5200 | www.roseville.ca.us
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Planning to give a gift card this holiday season? They’re convenient, versatile, and unfortunately, a popular target for scammers. “Gift card draining” enables thieves to steal the funds before the recipient can use the card. Here’s how the scam works and how to protect yourself.
How gift card draining works
Scammers tamper with cards before they’re purchased. Common tactics include:
Stealing card info: Thieves remove cards from store racks, record the numbers and PINs, often by taking quick photos, and put them back.
Swapping with fakes: In some cases, they replace legitimate cards with high-quality counterfeits.
Monitoring activation: After tampering, scammers track the card online or use bots to check when it’s activated.
Draining the balance: As soon as money hits the card, they spend or transfer the funds instantly
By the time the gift is unwrapped, the balance is usually long gone.
How to Protect Yourself
Retailers are working to improve security, but you can take simple steps to reduce risk:
Inspect the card and packaging: Look for torn packaging, peeled or scratched stickers, exposed PINs, or any signs that the pack was opened and resealed.
Buy cards kept behind the counter: Cards stored with staff or handed to you directly are far less likely to be tampered with.
Choose digital gift cards: Purchasing directly from the retailer’s website eliminates physical tampering. Keep the card details secure and only redeem through trusted payment portals.
Use the card promptly: Encourage the recipient to use the balance soon to minimize the window scammers have to access it.
Keep receipts and check balances: Hold onto proof of purchase and monitor the balance until the card is fully spent. This can improve your chances of reimbursement if fraud occurs.
Stay one step ahead this season
Gift card draining is a holiday headache no one wants. With a quick inspection and some smart purchasing choices, especially digital cards, you can help ensure your gift goes to your loved one, not a scammer’s stocking.
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Thanks from your Neighborhood team!
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The collection fundraiser for these “comfort” stuffed animals will be held November 1 through 30, and St. John’s Episcopal Church will be one of this year’s “drop-off” locations.
Drop-Off Location:
St. John’s Episcopal Church
2351 Pleasant Grove Blvd., Roseville, CA 95747
Hours: M-F, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
November 1-30, 2025
Your generosity is most appreciated.
First Responders will receive our collected
Stuffed Animals the beginning of December.
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The holiday season is one of the most joyful times of the year, filled with lights, celebrations, and gift-giving. But it also brings packed stores, busy parking lots, and plenty of distractions that can make shoppers easy targets for thieves. From Black Friday through the final days of December, keeping safety in mind can help ensure your holiday cheer doesn’t turn into holiday stress.
Before heading out, plan ahead and stay alert with these key shopping safety tips:
Shop with a friend or family member. There’s safety in numbers.
Keep your belongings secure. Hold your purse close and carry your wallet in a front pocket or inside coat pocket — never in your cart or back pocket.
Use cards or digital payments. Avoid flashing cash and only take out money when paying.
Disguise high-value purchases. Place expensive items in plain or less noticeable shopping bags.
Watch your belongings in food courts. Keep bags beneath your table and within reach.
Stick to one credit card. If your card is stolen or a data breach occurs, you’ll limit the potential damage.
Check your statements. Save receipts and monitor your credit card activity regularly.
Have a family plan. If shopping with children, choose a central meeting spot in case you get separated. Teach your children to ask a security guard or store employee for help.
Stay aware. Avoid excessive phone use and don’t overload yourself with bags.
Parking lot safety:
Park in well-lit areas and shop during daylight when possible.
Lock your car and store valuables in the trunk before you arrive.
Stay alert while walking to your vehicle, have your keys ready, and your phone put away.
The holidays should be merry, not stressful. A little awareness and preparation go a long way toward keeping your shopping trips safe and your season bright.
Stay safe and happy holidays!
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Loren Cook (Incumbent)
Brief Statement: My wife and we are both retired and live in Fiddyment Farm. We enjoy spending time with our three grandchildren. I spent over 30 years in Executive Management and Senior Management positions at several high-tech companies primarily in the Bay Area. I helped organize WFFNA (Westpark - Fiddyment Farm Neighborhood Association) and served as the President of WFFNA in 2008, 2009, 2011, 2013. After Westpark and Fiddyment Farm split in 2014 I have served as President of FFNA in 2014-2015 and 2015-2025. I also serve on several committees as well as volunteering for many citywide local events. I am a Roseville Fire Department volunteer. I donate the web space for FiddymentFarm.org and am the communication chairman for FFNA and I am also the current President of the Roseville Public Safety Foundation.
Ma. Arriane (Maria) G. Lanuza-Dumalaog
Brief Statement: I was a professor and a school principal in my home country- The Philippines, but currently a full-time remote employee for 6 years with the company based in San Francisco, CA as a senior research analyst, and a full-time doctoral graduating student at Liberty University pursuing Doctor of Strategic Leadership hoping to graduate next year. Moreover, I’m also a Homeowner’s Association board member in our community in Balboa II Subdivision for more than a year now to address our neighbors’ community issues and conducting community inspection and quarterly meetings online. My hobbies are doing races for trail running and playing women’s basketball league.
The main reason of joining the board is to be more involved in Roseville communities by contributing my leadership skills I’ve learned in my leadership career while helping others through our shared vision and goals as a new Roseville homeowner where my husband and I moved from San Francisco to settle down. However, I’m more willing to undergo leadership training and other related community training to understand and develop my skills and my commitment to this organization.
Cloris M. Henry , Ed.D.
Brief Statement: .Cloris Henry is a new homeowner in the Fiddyment Farm area of Roseville, she’s excited to bring her energy, experience and commitment to our community and looks forward to contributing in meaningful ways. She works in education where she leads human resources and has a history of developing programs, and managing operations to ensure high-quality outcomes. Previously, she led strategic operations and special projects for the Special Education Services division of the San Francisco Unified School District, advancing inclusive practices for students with learning differences. Before that, she spent five years as Senior Director (New York City) at the College Board, managing its relationship with the NYC Department of Education, securing multi-year contracts, and partnering with the state to build STEM capacity and increase college readiness for students. Earlier roles include Community Engagement & Partnerships Manager at NYC’s Department of Education, more than 5 years with Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Talented Youth, and as an adjunct sociology professor at Touro College. She holds a doctorate in Organizational Change & Educational Leadership (University of Southern California), an M.A. in Sociology of Education (New York University), and a B.A. in Sociology (University of the Pacific). In her free time, she enjoys reading, spin classes, softball and traveling.
Ed Kriz (Incumbent)
Brief Statement: Ed is a Midwestern transplant that, after a few a few stops along the way, has made Roseville his home since 1990. Ed holds a BS in Civil Engineering from University of Missouri and an MS in Engineering Management from University of Santa Clara and developed a passion for municipal service and water needs both locally and around the world. Currently retired, he has spent most of his career with City of Roseville as a Utility Manager/Director and was privileged to be on the team that managed a season of unprecedented growth. Ed currently serves on the Boards of Fiddyment Farm Neighborhood Association (FFNA) and Retired City of Roseville Employees (RCORE), is a member for the Roseville Grants Advisory Commission, a volunteer with the Roseville Police Department, and is actively involved in his local church. Ed enjoys both local and international travel with his wife, Bobbie, as well as internationally with clean water organizations, providing for the needs of the underserved in developing countries..
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West Roseville Development Update for 8.13.25.pdf
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