Citrus Nights Returns for Two Events this August 21 & September 18 | | |
Citrus Nights is back! Join us Friday, August 21 from 6 to 9 p.m., at Van Maren Park for this free evening of live music, delicious food and family-friendly fun.
Enjoy live music from Mercy Me, a local R&B group, while grabbing a bite from a variety of food trucks. Bring your family, invite your friends and settle in for a fun summer night in the park.
And the fun doesn’t stop there! The City will host a second Citrus Nights event on Friday, September 18, with more details to come.
Save the dates and join us for Citrus Nights! CitrusHeights.net/CitrusNights
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Planning Commission Vacancy: Get Involved in Your Community
Citrus Heights residents have an opportunity to help shape the future of our community by serving on the Planning Commission. The City is accepting applications for a vacancy with a term ending in December 2028.
Planning Commissioners help make land use decisions and review issues related to the City’s General Plan, development, and long-term planning. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and live in Citrus Heights.
Applications are open until filled. To learn more and apply, visit citrusheights.net/859 or contact the City Clerk’s Office at 916-725-2448 or cityclerk@citrusheights.net.
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Antelope Road Resurfacing Reaches Major Milestone
A smoother Antelope Road is taking shape! Crews have completed the final resurfacing layer after applying a three-layer system designed to create a smoother, longer-lasting roadway.
Preliminary striping is now underway, with Oak Avenue to follow. Final high-visibility striping is planned for August after the new surface has fully cured.
Thank you for your patience as we continue improving safety, ride quality, and the driving experience along Antelope Road.
Questions? Please contact GeneralServices@CitrusHeights.net
| | | Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail Mariposa Extension Community Workshop | | |
The City of Citrus Heights is continuing its work to expand the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail and invites the community to learn more about the proposed Mariposa Extension.
The project would add approximately 0.5 miles of trail along Arcade Creek between Sayonara Drive and Mariposa Avenue, helping advance the City’s goal of creating a more connected citywide trail network.
Community members are encouraged to attend an upcoming workshop to view the proposed trail alignment, explore the features being considered, ask questions, and share feedback with the project team.
Proposed improvements include a 10-foot-wide paved multi-use trail, four creek crossings, trail lighting, ADA-compliant curb ramps, drainage improvements, landscaping, and a new marked crosswalk with a Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacon at Sayonara Drive.
Workshop Details
Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Location: Sayonara Community Center, 7836 Sayonara Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95610
Register for the workshop: bit.ly/MariposaWorkshop
Your feedback will help the project team better understand community priorities as planning for the trail extension continues.
Learn more on the project webpage: bit.ly/CitrusHeightsTrailMariposa
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Mayor's Message
"As Citrus Heights students head back to school, it is a timely reminder that one of the most important ways we can serve the next generation is by listening to them.
Earlier this year, the City partnered with San Juan Unified School District to survey students in grades 6 through 12. We wanted to learn what helps them feel connected to their community, what prevents them from participating and where they see opportunities to make Citrus Heights even better.
We distributed 2,500 survey invitations across six local schools, and one-third of students responded. Their feedback offered valuable insight into what matters most to our young people."
Read the full Mayor's August Message here.
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Community Survey Closing Soon for Placer-Sacramento Gateway Plan Update
The Placer County Transportation Planning Agency is seeking public input on the Placer-Sacramento Gateway Plan Update, a study of travel patterns and transportation needs along the corridor linking Placer County and Sacramento.
Community members are encouraged to complete a brief survey on their travel habits and priorities before it closes in early August.
Take the survey at surveymonkey.com/r/PlacerGatewaySurvey
Visit the website for more information: pctpa.net/placer-sacramento-gateway-plan-update
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Silver Wishes: Making a Difference for Local Seniors
Silver Wishes is a local nonprofit helping seniors improve their quality of life by granting one-time wishes, from mobility equipment and home improvements to other needs that restore comfort, independence and dignity.
A previous recipient of the City’s Non-Profit Community Support Fund, Silver Wishes has granted more than 170 wishes to local seniors since 2021, made possible through community support and volunteers.
Wish nominations are accepted year-round for adults 65 and older. Silver Wishes is also seeking volunteers, community partners and supporters. Learn more at silverwishes.org.
| | | Temporary Signs: Know Before You Place a Sign | | |
Temporary signs are a common way to share information, promote events or show support for a candidate or cause. Before placing a sign, remember that signs are generally allowed on private property with the property owner's permission, but are not permitted on public property or within the public right-of-way.
That includes medians, sidewalks, public landscaping, utility poles, traffic signals, street signs, fire hydrants and parks. Signs placed in these areas will be removed.
Keeping signs out of the right-of-way helps maintain safety, accessibility, visibility and the beauty of our community.
When in doubt, check our Temporary Sign webpage before you place a sign.
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City Council Meetings
Wednesday, August 12
@ 6 p.m.
Wednesday, August 26
@ 6 p.m.
Please note that meetings are subject to change. Visit
CitrusHeights.net for updates. All meetings are held at City Hall: 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95621
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Citrus Heights Historical Society: Mornings on Fair Oaks Bridge, Watching Wildlife
Thursday, August 6
Single Mom Strong: Mom's Day Out, First Love Yourself Wellness Morning
Saturday, August 15
River City Waterway Alliance: Arcade Creek Clean-Up
Friday, August 21
City of Citrus Heights: Citrus Nights
Friday, August 21
Single Mom Strong: Parents' Night Off
Friday, August 21
SMS Teen: Brush-N-Munch
Saturday, August 29
If you'd like to see your event posted, sign up for Connect Citrus Heights here.
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$150,000 Available Through Non-Profit Community Support Fund
The City of Citrus Heights is accepting applications for the 2026/2027 Non-Profit Community Support Fund, with $150,000 in grant funding available to eligible non-profit organizations serving Citrus Heights residents.
The program is an investment in our community's quality of life, supporting organizations that provide essential services and address local needs. By partnering with non-profits, the City can extend the reach of public dollars while benefiting from the volunteers, charitable support, additional grants and expertise these organizations bring to the community.
This is a highly competitive program, and funding is limited. Grants will be awarded to organizations that demonstrate meaningful community impact, organizational capacity and alignment with local needs.
Applications are due Friday, August 14 at 4 p.m.
For eligibility requirements and application information, visit the Non-Profit Community Support Fund webpage. Questions may be directed to communityengagement@citrusheights.net.
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You Ask, We Answer
Where we answer common
resident questions
Q: Where can I go to stay cool during extreme heat in Citrus Heights?
A: The City of Citrus Heights operates a Cooling Center in the Police Department lobby at 6315 Fountain Square Drive on days when temperatures reach 100°F or higher. The Cooling Center is open from 12 p.m. until temperatures drop below 100°F, but no earlier than 8 p.m. Pets are not permitted inside.
Additional regional cooling centers can be found at Sacramento County's 211 site.
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Sunrise Sports Center Takes Major Step Forward with Property Agreement
The Sunrise Sports Center has reached its next major milestone. The Mettle Shop has signed an agreement to purchase approximately 13 acres from leading West Coast developer and investor, Terrence Tallen, CEO of Tallen Capital Partners, the investor group under contract to become the majority owner of the Sunrise Mall property. The agreement officially establishes the planned location for the facility and a path toward completing the property purchase as a unique and key anchor for Tallen Capital’s comprehensive redevelopment of the Sunrise Mall.
Read the full announcement here.
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