August 31, 2021

Placer County Public Health issues new COVID-19 health warning

The Delta surge has resulted in record numbers of COVID-related hospitalizations this week and is leaving local hospitals with less room to absorb more patients requiring hospitalization.

Hospitals in Placer County are providing critical care in areas not typically designed for that purpose, reporting a high level of acuity in their patients, and are experiencing strains on their workforce. COVID patients occupy nearly one third of licensed beds in Placer County.

To preserve critical infrastructure that serves all, including hospitals and schools, Placer County Public Health has issued a new health warning urging use of higher-quality masks indoors and stressing the importance of vaccination. 

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$50 VISA gift cards are available to residents who get vaccinated at Sleeves Up Placer vaccination events

Still need a COVID-19 vaccine? Get a FREE vaccine at select clinics and mobile vaccination locations and you get a Sleeves Up Placer $50 VISA gift card provided by Placer Community Foundation. 

Visit placercf.org/sleevesup for more info. 

Free COVID testing

The OptumServe COVID-19 testing site in Roseville has increased their operation to 12 hours a day to meet growing demand. The testing site is located at the Maidu Activity Center, 1960 Johnson Ranch Drive.

Make an appointment for free PCR testing at lhi.care/covidtesting, or find other testing options at placer.ca.gov/coronavirus/testing.

Roseville named one of the best places to work in tech

The Roseville/Sacramento metro area is becoming a leading landing spot for many in the tech workforce looking for a place to live and work. Our region has recently been named by SmartAsset as one of the best places to work in tech in the U.S.

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Roseville remains in demand - city named 9th best real estate market in the U.S.

The word is out. Roseville continues to be a desirable place for people to live. And it shows in WalletHub.com's new 2021 Best Real Estate Market list.

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Tips to reduce your water use

With the current drought conditions, it's more necessary than ever to conserve water. There are many ways to reduce water use in the yard and your home.

Here are some helpful tips to maximize your water savings:

• Check soil moisture before turning on sprinklers (saves 80 gallons/day)
• Replace old sprinklers with more efficient rotary nozzes (saves 8 gallons/1,000 square feet/day)
• Water plants early in the morning to reduce evaporation (saves 50 gallons each time you water)
• Check and fix leaks inside your home (saves 30-50 gallons/day)

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More residents now qualify for electric bill assistance

As your community-owned utility, Roseville Electric has a number of resources available to help save on your bill.

Income-qualified residents can receive a 15 percent discount on their electric bill through our Electric Rate Assistance Program. And now with expanded income eligibility, even more residents qualify.

To find out if you are eligible, call (916) 774-5300 or visit roseville.ca.us/assistance.

Take your garden to new heights

Are you curious about raised bed gardening or have some old beds you want to revitalize?

In our upcoming session, we will walk you through the steps and materials to get started, offer tips on soil health, and cover the benefits of growing your garden in raised beds.

Join us September 24 from 12 – 12:45 p.m. for this free webinar, Raised Bed Gardening.

To register, visit https://roseville.ca.us/gardeningworkshops.

Free virtual workshop for Roseville teachers

All Roseville teachers are invited to attend a free workshop, Low Floor, High Ceiling - Making Science Tasks More Spacious.

Low Floor, High Ceiling experiences are those with easy access points for all learners (low floor), and the potential for expansive thinking (high ceiling). 

September 27
2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Register here

The workshop is presented by the California Academy of Sciences and hosted by Roseville’s Utility Exploration Center.

Road resurfacing in progress around Roseville

Watch for resurfacing work on streets around the city. Please be alert and travel with care in work zones.

Keep an eye on digital message boards for current work dates and times in each area. Schedules are subject to change due to weather, equipment and other unforeseen conditions.

Learn about these improvements and view a map of all locations: roseville.ca.us/resurfacing.

Washington Boulevard/Andora Widening Project continues

Construction on Phase 1 of the Washington Boulevard/Andora Widening Project continues. Please travel with care in the work zone.

Phase 1 improvements include:

• Widening Washington Boulevard from two to four lanes between Sawtell Road and Kaseberg Drive, as well as between Diamond Oaks Road and Pleasant Grove Boulevard;
• Constructing a new multi-use trail along the east side of Washington Boulevard, from Pleasant Grove Boulevard to All America City Boulevard;
• Enhancing the current bicycle and pedestrian railroad under-crossing;
• Improving signalized intersections along Washington Boulevard; and
• Installing a new traffic signal at the intersection of Washington Boulevard and Kaseberg Drive.

Find out more about the upgrades: roseville.ca.us/Washington-Andora.

UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS

View meeting agendas and minutes

City Council - 6 p.m., Wednesday, September 1 and September 15

Planning Commission - 6:30 p.m., Thursday, September 9

Parks and Recreation Commission - 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 7
Civic Center Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Transportation Commission -  6 p.m., Tuesday, October 19

Public Utilities Commission - 6 p.m., Tuesday, September 28

Law and Regulation Committee - 4 p.m., Wednesday, September 22

Grants Advisory Commission - 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 14

Roseville Independent Redistricting Commission - 6:30 p.m., Monday, September 27

Design Committee - September meeting canceled

Economic Development Advisory Committee - 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 26

Senior Commission - 2 p.m., Wednesday, November 10

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.