Emergency notification testing this Thursday

On Thursday, August 25, Roseville along with 12 other cities, 3 Counties and 1 Tribal Nation will exercise the Regional Mass Notification System. The primary objective of this exercise is to test the Regional Mass Notification system’s capability, capacity and effectiveness to deliver emergency notifications to the public during times of a major disaster. 

The test will be inclusive of those that have opted into the local Emergency Alert system (cell, landline and email) and the residential landlines in the 911 data system. The test alert will display on phones as 833-422-5253 – residents can now save this number in their phone as “Emergency Alert” so they recognize critical alerts. 

The test will also use the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) System, a federal emergency system that uses geographically drawn boundaries to alert people in specific areas. A WEA alert causes cell phones to vibrate and omit a different tone than a ringing phone - much like an Amber Alert. 

Watering days shift to two days per week 

Watering days will shift from three days to two days per week on September 1 to manage ongoing drought conditions. The new schedule lasts until October 31.

Residential customers can water on Mondays and Fridays. Commercial customers can water on Mondays and Thursdays. Customers using drip irrigation are not subject to watering days.

Meeting dates to discuss proposed energy surcharge

These are challenging times for the electric utility industry, especially here in California. Our state is grappling with unprecedented drought and a substantial reduction in hydroelectric resources in addition to skyrocketing fuel prices. These factors are causing a significant and rapid increase in costs.

Roseville Electric is proposing a temporary surcharge to address these challenges. This approach gives us more time to understand if the energy price spikes we are currently experiencing is transitory or part of a more durable trend in the energy markets. Join us to learn more at one of two public outreach workshops at the Roseville Customer Service Center at 116 S. Grant St. 

• 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 30
• 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 6 

State of the City speech set for August 26

Join us for the free 2022 State of the City speech with Mayor Krista Bernasconi  - 10 a.m., Friday, August 26 at West Park High School in west Roseville.

Mosquito treatment happening overnight in Hillcrest neighborhood 

The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control district announced the Hillcrest neighborhood will receive a truck-based adulticide application to limit the spread of invasive yellow fever mosquitoes from 3:30 – 6 a.m., Wednesday, August 24. 

An EPA-approved mosquito adulticide will be applied in an ultra-low volume fog by truck to target adult mosquitoes. Residents are advised to avoid using the trail during the treatment period.  

Get treatment updates directly from the Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District here.

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a federal government program that helps qualifying low-income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices.

Need assistance paying your water or wastewater bill?

If you need assistance with the water or wastewater portion of your bill, you might be eligible through a temporary assistance program from the State of California.

The Low Income Household Water Assistance Program is available to eligible Roseville Utilities customers.

Learn more about the program and eligibility requirements by calling the Project Go Hotline at 1-888-524-5705.

Happy National Water Quality Month

National Water Quality Month reminds us of the value of clean, high-quality water –  and how to protect it. We source your drinking water primarily from surface water resources at Folsom Lake that comes from snowpack from the Sierra Nevada mountains. We also use groundwater to ensure we have a go-to resource no matter the water supply conditions.

Our detailed annual water quality report describes how we test your water and ensures that it meets – and exceeds --  both state and federal standards.

Check out our latest report to learn more about drinking water and water sources.

Experience PRL is here!

Our new edition of Experience PRL magazine is out and it has all your usual favorites like the Floating Pumpkin Patch, sports classes, swim lessons and Downtown Holiday Celebration - but there are also some really cool new programs.

School resources at your local library

It’s back-to-school for kids in Roseville but did you know that our libraries have amazing resources to help kids all year long? With your library card you can enjoy free ABCmouse access, receive live online tutoring help from kindergarten through college and even get new books delivered to your door. Visit your library or just jump online and help them to have a successful school year.

Roundabout construction underway 

Construction is underway on a roundabout at the intersection of Washington and All America City Boulevard. Work is anticipated to continue through summer 2023.

Washington Boulevard will remain open to traffic. Be prepared for possible delays.

Upgrades will also include new crosswalks, enhanced safety and accessibility for bicyclists and pedestrians, extension of the nearby multi-use trail, landscaping and improved roadway aesthetics.

Overnight work at Stanford Ranch Road and Five Star Boulevard intersection

Traffic signals will be dark at the intersection of Stanford Ranch Road and Five Star Boulevard due to construction, 10 p.m. Friday, August 26 through 5 a.m. Saturday, August 27. All travelers must treat this intersection as an all-way stop. Drive with care.

Sierra College students ride transit free

Whether you're traveling to campus or beyond, you can ride transit free with your Sierra College ID.

Simply show your Sierra College ID when you board Local bus routes on any of these transit services:

- Roseville Transit
- Placer County Transit
- Auburn Transit
- Nevada County Connect
- Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit (TART) 

Serve your community on a board or commission

The Roseville City Council is accepting applications from citizens 18 or older residing within the City limits of Roseville interested in serving on the Senior Commission.

Applications are to be submitted to the City Clerk's Office by 4 p.m., Friday, September 9.

UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS

View meeting agendas and minutes

City Council - 6 p.m., Wednesday, September 7

Planning Commission - 6:30 p.m., Thursday, September 8

Parks and Recreation Commission - September meeting canceled

Transportation Commission -  6 p.m., Tuesday, September 20

Public Utilities Commission - 6 p.m., Tuesday, August 23

Law and Regulation Committee - 9 a.m., Thursday, September 22

Grants Advisory Commission - 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 13

Design Committee - 4:30 p.m., Thursday, September 15

Economic Development Advisory Committee - 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 30

Senior Commission - 2 p.m., Wednesday, November 9

Local Sales Tax Citizen's Oversight Committee - To be determined

Unless otherwise noted, Council and Commission meetings are held in the Roseville City Council Chambers at 311 Vernon Street. 

Meetings held in the City Council Chambers can be viewed live online or on demand on the City’s website and on the City’s YouTube channel.