City of Folsom to Launch New Electronic Permitting and Processing System |
The City of Folsom is launching eTRAKiT, a new electronic development permit and processing system, on March 14. The convenient new tool will streamline requests and make it even easier to interact with the city’s Community Development Department.
The new digital eTRAKiT portal is a one-stop shop for all development-related permits, plans, and activities. Customers can:
- Apply for building permits and planning entitlements.
- Schedule inspections.
- Check the status of a permit or project.
- Pay online with credit cards or electronic checks.
- Access these services online – without taking a trip to City Hall.
To prepare for the eTRAKiT launch, permits will not be issued March 10-11, and building inspections will not be available March 15.
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Friends of the Library Book Sale, March 11-13 |
The Friends of the Folsom Library’s biannual book sale takes place March 11 through 13, featuring thousands of books and media at deeply discounted prices. Shop from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday for the best selection; $5 admission on Friday only (military with ID and Friends of the Folsom Library members are free). Admission is free Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday shoppers can fill a grocery bag for just $5! Learn more at www.foflib.org.
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Registration is Open for Spring Break Camps |
Folsom Parks & Recreation offers spring break camps to keep kids busy and engaged in a fun learning environment. Camp selections include tennis, basketball, baseball, mixed sports, robotics, and engineering and coding; register online or call 916-461-6601 for more information.
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Folsom Public Library Expands E-Book Collection |
Enjoy thousands of free e-books, audiobooks, and more from the Folsom Public Library’s new e-reading app, The Palace Project. The app provides library cardholders access to the entire Folsom Public Library electronic collection and a wide selection of digital materials from the California State Library. The Palace Project app is available through app stores. Learn more at www.folsom.ca.us/library.
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Organics/Food Waste Recycling Program Rolling Out for the City’s Restaurants, Businesses, and Apartment Communities |
At the beginning of this month, the city started rolling out a new organics recycling program for restaurants, businesses, and apartment communities. The city’s residential program is right around the corner and kicks off July 1.
This program ensures that the city complies with a California law that requires all residents and businesses to recycle organic waste, including food waste, food-soiled paper (napkins, coffee filters), yard waste, and wood scraps.
Here’s the scoop on what that means for businesses and residents:
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Businesses/commercial customers: Check out the city’s organics recycling video with details on how to successfully implement this new program. Commercial food recycling begins now. Use clear plastic or compostable bags; no black plastic! Contact the Waste & Recycling Division to order your green bin.
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Residents living in apartments communities: Organics recycling begins this month for apartment communities. Property owners will be notified of exact start date of weekly green bin service. Residents should place their organic waste into clear plastic or compostable bags, and into the green bins, which will be picked up weekly. No black plastic bags. No pet waste or diapers.
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Residents living in single-family homes: Starting July 1, residents will place food waste and food soiled paper in the green bins that are currently used for yard waste only. Green bins are mandatory for all residents. If you currently don’t have a green bin, you will receive one automatically after the program begins.
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Working together, our community can weather the drought. The city is here to help. Here’s an overview of the resources available for city water customers:
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Monitor your water use with the Dropcountr, a free app for Folsom water customers.
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Apply for a water efficiency rebate. Rebates for irrigation upgrades and high efficiency toilets are currently available.
- Sign up for your free Water-Wise House Call to receive a free evaluation of indoor and outdoor water use, including an irrigation check-up.
- Water audits are also available for schools, parks, and commercial business sites to help you identify wasteful practices and provide information about fixtures that will save water and money.
- City staff is available to speak to community groups on a wide range of water conservation subjects, including water-wise landscaping and irrigation, new technology, and current water issues.
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If you see a water-waste problem anywhere in Folsom on residential, commercial, public, or private property, please let us know. Call us at 916-461-6177, or send us an email.
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Folsom Dam & Reservoir: Frequently Asked Questions |
Completed in 1956 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Folsom Dam and Reservoir is designed to reduce flooding damage and protect Sacramento and surrounding areas that reside in a flood plain. Folsom Dam and Reservoir also produces hydroelectricity, helps maintain water quality in the Bay Delta, and provides recreation and water for local municipal agencies, including Folsom.
City of Folsom staff regularly receives inquiries about dam and reservoir operations, including:
- Who is responsible for water releases at Folsom Reservoir?
- What determines when and how much water is released?
- Why is water still released during drought conditions?
The Bureau of Reclamation answers frequently asked questions with a helpful fact sheet.
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Looking for a Summer Job? Join the Aquatic Center Team! |
As a Steve Miklos Aquatic Center staff member, you will join the ranks of our valued employees who provide the community with aquatic safety and fun. Since 2001, we've employed more than 2,000 people in our many part-time and seasonal positions.
The group interview is the first step to apply for a 2022 summer season aquatic center job. Call 916-461-6640 to register for the group interview. Space is limited – early registration is encouraged! Applicants must be 15 years old by the March 30 interview date.
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Contact the City of Folsom Communications Director
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