Placer County News Roundup - June 24, 2008
Posted by: Jeff Flint | 06/24/2008 6:54 AM
A second growth issue heads for the ballot - The Union of Grass Valley
A new Grass Valley growth initiative, which sticks closely to the city's existing general plan, is planned for the November ballot and endorsed by Mayor Mark Johnson and civic leader Peggy Levine, among others.
Council to consider disincorporation, termination of Sheriff's contract - Colfax Record
The Colfax City Council's plan for a steep escalation in sewer rates has provoked consideration of drastic measures, including disincorporation, closure of the Placer County Sheriff's substation and elimination of top administration.
Truckee River booze ban passes state hurdles - Truckee Sierra Sun
The California State Senate and the State Assembly both passed a bill Monday to ban alcohol consumption on the Truckee River during the July Fourth weekend.
Council OKs one-way street - Auburn Journal
Residents driving down Finley Street between High and Orange streets will have to get used to traveling one-way.
Foresthill Fire contained - Auburn Journal
The Foresthill Fire is 100 percent contained as of Monday morning, according to Bill Mendonca, battalion chief for Cal Fire.
Nearby wildfires cloud Truckee-Tahoe skies - Truckee Sierra Sun
More than 100 lightning strikes along the western slope of Tahoe National Forest sparked 25 fires, with two major burns defying containment.
Get defensive to save your home - The Union of Grass Valley
The blazes in the Tahoe National Forest to the east and Napa to the west are a stark reminder of the area's vulnerability to wildfires.
Grass Valley fire chief resigns - The Union of Grass Valley
Jim Marquis will resign as fire chief of Grass Valley July 25 and said his move will open the door to re-evaluate the future of the city's fire protection service and management.
Business groups, city officials meet today - The Union of Grass Valley
The Nevada City Chamber of Commerce, the Nevada City Downtown Business Association and Nevada City city government officials will participate in a quarterly meeting today at City Hall.
Two Auburn firms deal with rising diesel prices - Auburn Journal
With diesel fuel prices climbing to $5 per gallon and above, two Auburn-area firms that run a fleet of trucks are still doing business, but have made adjustments due to rising fuel costs.
A new Grass Valley growth initiative, which sticks closely to the city's existing general plan, is planned for the November ballot and endorsed by Mayor Mark Johnson and civic leader Peggy Levine, among others.
Council to consider disincorporation, termination of Sheriff's contract - Colfax Record
The Colfax City Council's plan for a steep escalation in sewer rates has provoked consideration of drastic measures, including disincorporation, closure of the Placer County Sheriff's substation and elimination of top administration.
Truckee River booze ban passes state hurdles - Truckee Sierra Sun
The California State Senate and the State Assembly both passed a bill Monday to ban alcohol consumption on the Truckee River during the July Fourth weekend.
Council OKs one-way street - Auburn Journal
Residents driving down Finley Street between High and Orange streets will have to get used to traveling one-way.
Foresthill Fire contained - Auburn Journal
The Foresthill Fire is 100 percent contained as of Monday morning, according to Bill Mendonca, battalion chief for Cal Fire.
Nearby wildfires cloud Truckee-Tahoe skies - Truckee Sierra Sun
More than 100 lightning strikes along the western slope of Tahoe National Forest sparked 25 fires, with two major burns defying containment.
Get defensive to save your home - The Union of Grass Valley
The blazes in the Tahoe National Forest to the east and Napa to the west are a stark reminder of the area's vulnerability to wildfires.
Grass Valley fire chief resigns - The Union of Grass Valley
Jim Marquis will resign as fire chief of Grass Valley July 25 and said his move will open the door to re-evaluate the future of the city's fire protection service and management.
Business groups, city officials meet today - The Union of Grass Valley
The Nevada City Chamber of Commerce, the Nevada City Downtown Business Association and Nevada City city government officials will participate in a quarterly meeting today at City Hall.
Two Auburn firms deal with rising diesel prices - Auburn Journal
With diesel fuel prices climbing to $5 per gallon and above, two Auburn-area firms that run a fleet of trucks are still doing business, but have made adjustments due to rising fuel costs.
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