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Folsom City Council has taken a major step forward by approving a key agreement with Caltrans for the long-awaited Empire Ranch Road interchange project, bringing it closer to reality!

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Council authorizes Caltrans design oversight agreement for Empire Ranch Road interchange
The Folsom City Council voted to authorize the city manager to sign a cooperative agreement with Caltrans for plans, specifications and design oversight of the Empire Ranch Road interchange, a state- and federally funded project now entering final project-report stages with construction funding still to be secured.
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September 26, 2026 at 3:07 AM
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Folsom's City Council has hit pause on a controversial e-bike ban in parks, opting instead for a revised ordinance after hearing alarming public testimony about dangerous riding and costly park damage.

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Folsom council pauses e-bike ban after residents, police and parks staff push for targeted rules
After months of complaints about fast, reckless riding and damage to turf, the council directed staff to rewrite a proposed e-bike ordinance to allow safer bike-path access, add signage and enforcement detail, and return with a unified draft. The meeting included strong public testimony about near-miss injuries and police resource limits.
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September 12, 2026 at 2:21 AM
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Folsom's council just greenlit the formation of a new Community Facilities District that could impact 533 homes with special taxes ranging from $2,000 to $3,700!

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Council approves boundary map, debt resolution to begin CFD 22A (Folsom Heights) process
The council voted to approve a boundary map and declare the necessity to incur bonded indebtedness to form Community Facilities District (CFD) 22A, which would fund backbone infrastructure and ongoing services for a three‑area development estimated at 533 lots; staff said facility special taxes would range roughly $2,000–$3,700 per residential unit.
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August 13, 2026 at 1:35 AM
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Folsom's council just approved a groundbreaking plan to enhance emergency services by reclassifying firefighter positions and introducing a single-role ambulance model—leading to improved efficiency without increasing costs!

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Folsom approves MOU to implement single‑role ambulance model, reclassify firefighter positions
The council adopted an MOU with Sacramento Area Firefighters Local 522 to implement a single‑role ambulance staffing model that reclassifies 10 vacant firefighter positions and creates 14 EMS single‑role positions (7 EMTs, 7 paramedics) to restore a fifth engine and staff returning medic units with no additional ongoing funding, with staff projecting modest annual savings.
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August 13, 2026 at 1:23 AM
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Folsom's City Council is shaking up the historic district rules, but some worry that important details might slip through the cracks!

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Folsom council reintroduces historic‑district code changes amid CEQA questions and public concern
Council introduced an ordinance readopting changes to historic‑district design review that delegate some minor approvals to staff; planning staff said the changes are exempt from CEQA, but residents and preservation advocates warned the exemptions could let visually prominent fences or walls escape appropriate review.
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July 19, 2026 at 4:36 AM
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Folsom residents are urging their city council to settle a crucial voting rights lawsuit before costly litigation drains taxpayer dollars and delays representation for District 3.

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Residents and attorney urge Folsom council to settle voting‑rights lawsuit and pay fees
Several residents and the plaintiffs' attorney told the council to resolve the Shetty/CVRA litigation, pay reasonable attorney fees and avoid expensive, prolonged defense; speakers argued settlement would save taxpayer money and restore timely representation for District 3.
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July 19, 2026 at 4:35 AM
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The Folsom City Council has taken bold steps to enhance local revenue, housing, and energy efficiency, including a major readerboard deal and crucial land acquisitions!

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Folsom council approves multiple resolutions: readerboard deal, land purchase, energy design contract and charter items for ballot
At its June 23 meeting the Folsom City Council approved an operational agreement for an electronic readerboard (Resolution 11658), authorized purchase of two parcels for future housing (Resolution 11659), approved a $180,000 energy‑savings design agreement (Resolution 11661), and advanced three charter/code amendments to the November ballot (Ordinances 1371‑1373, first reading).
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June 27, 2026 at 11:10 AM
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The Folsom City Council has approved a massive 1,424-unit housing plan from Toll Brothers, sparking heated debates over environmental impacts and affordable housing solutions.

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Folsom Council approves Toll Brothers’ 1,424‑unit Alder Creek plan after oak‑woodland and housing debate
The City Council voted to approve Toll Brothers’ Alder Creek master plan, a three‑phase project proposing about 1,424 homes, parks, a school and backbone roads. The decision followed lengthy public comment over oak‑woodland impacts, detention basins under modern low‑impact standards, and whether in‑lieu housing fees are an adequate substitute for on‑site affordable units.
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June 27, 2026 at 10:46 AM
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The Folsom City Council has given the green light for fireworks at the Pro Rodeo, but residents and zoo advocates are raising urgent safety and animal welfare alarms!

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Council approves fireworks at pro rodeo amid neighborhood and zoo concerns
Council authorized public fireworks for the Folsom Pro Rodeo while residents and zoo representatives urged stronger mitigation or alternatives such as drones; the fire chief described staffing and safety measures.
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June 12, 2026 at 3:17 PM
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Folsom City Council is raising ambulance fees to tackle a $2.46 million funding gap in emergency services, but could a staffing overhaul save even more?

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Folsom adopts higher ambulance transport fees as fire chief lays out staffing, recovery trade-offs
Council approved Resolution 11646 to raise ambulance transport fees and add an annual inflation factor after a presentation from the fire chief showing a widening funding gap; staff said changes to staffing models could reduce but not eliminate the shortfall.
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June 12, 2026 at 3:08 PM
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The Folsom City Council has just approved its FY26‑27 budget after intense discussions on mounting pension liabilities and the financial future of the beloved Folsom Zoo.

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Folsom council adopts FY26‑27 budget after extended debate over CalPERS, OPEB and zoo costs
The council adopted the FY26‑27 operating and capital budgets, and heard detailed briefings on CalPERS and OPEB liabilities and a Parks & Recreation presentation on Folsom Zoo finances; councilmembers debated whether to accelerate pension/OPEB catch‑up and how to sustain the zoo without large general‑fund subsidies.
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June 12, 2026 at 3:07 PM
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Folsom's City Council has given the green light to an exciting $8.7 million master plan for Jackrabbit Hill Park, complete with playgrounds, sports courts, and a vibrant community plaza!

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Council approves Jackrabbit Hill Park master plan; project estimated at $8.7M
The council unanimously approved the Jackrabbit Hill Park Master Development Plan, a proposed 11‑acre neighborhood park with playgrounds, a plaza, multi‑use turf, courts and trails. Staff estimated project costs at approximately $8.7 million (including contingency) and ongoing maintenance at about $110,000/year.
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June 2, 2026 at 1:12 PM
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Folsom City Council is shaking things up by placing three pivotal measures on the November 2026 ballot, including a proposed $500 cap on campaign contributions!

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Council advances three charter/code ballot questions and backs $500 candidate contribution limit for November
After a lengthy discussion and public comment, council agreed to place three charter/code changes on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot (Section 4.03 — city attorney appointment; Section 4.07 — boards/commissions language; municipal code change to raise campaign contribution limits) and approved a proposed $500 individual contribution limit for voter consideration (4–1).
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June 2, 2026 at 12:19 PM
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Folsom's proposed FY2026-27 budget reveals a strategic plan to boost revenue and enhance community services, but can they overcome the funding gap for major projects?

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City presents FY2026‑27 proposed budget; Parks & Recreation outlines cost‑recovery plan and goals
City Manager and finance staff presented the proposed FY2026‑27 budget (General Fund revenues ~$124.35M; proposed expenditures ~$124.3M; ending balance meeting reserve policy). Parks & Recreation outlined a multi‑year strategy to increase cost recovery for recreation services from ~64% toward 70% over 2–3 years through fee updates, partnerships and operational efficiencies.
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June 2, 2026 at 11:55 AM
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Folsom City Council has officially formed Community Facilities District No. 24, paving the way for crucial infrastructure funding with unanimous support from landowners!

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Council adopts resolutions forming Community Facilities District No. 24 (Alder Creek West), approves mailed‑ballot election results and introduces special‑tax (
The council approved resolutions to form Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 24 (Alder Creek West), declared unanimous landowner ballot results in favor of the special tax for four improvement areas, and introduced Ordinance No. 1370 (first reading) to levy the special tax.
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June 2, 2026 at 8:52 AM
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Folsom City Council is making major changes to its charter, but residents are raising alarms over potential loss of voter power and transparency!

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Folsom Council receives charter review report, narrows ballot items after heavy public opposition
The council received the ad hoc charter review committee's report and dissolved the committee, instructing staff to return with more information on three items (city attorney appointment, boards and commissions language, and campaign contribution limits) after residents and unions largely opposed removing voter approval for franchising and automatic council pay increases.
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May 15, 2026 at 4:24 AM
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The Folsom City Council has voted to raise their salaries despite widespread public outcry and concerns over budget shortfalls.

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Folsom council approves pay increase over public objections; vote splits 3-2
After extensive public comment urging restraint, the Folsom City Council adopted Ordinance 1366 and Resolution 11584 to raise council salaries under SB 329; both measures passed on 3-2 votes (Leary and Aquino opposed). Several council members said they would not accept higher pay if serving at the time it takes effect.
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April 17, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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Folsom Fire Chief Jason Solak reveals a strategic temporary redeployment plan to boost emergency response reliability while tackling critical data gaps and facility renovations.

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Folsom fire chief outlines temporary redeployments and data fixes to maintain response coverage
Fire Chief Jason Solak told the City Council that data gaps and station configuration constraints require temporary redeployments beginning April 21: move the ladder truck back to Station 35 temporarily, reassign engines and medics among Stations 34–39, and pursue Station 37 renovations while building a better CAD-to-RMS data framework for compliance reporting.
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April 17, 2026 at 10:21 AM
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Sacramento County's plan to reshape the Continuum of Care board could bring more elected officials into the decision-making process, but it hinges on the board's own approval.

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Folsom backs Sacramento County plan to reconstitute Continuum of Care board with more elected officials
After a county presentation, the Folsom City Council voted unanimously to support the County Board’s recommendation to reconstitute the Continuum of Care (CoC) Board—adding more elected representation while retaining CoC administrative functions—while noting the CoC itself must agree to any reconstitution.
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February 14, 2026 at 1:39 PM
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Folsom City Council stands united against Senate Bill 802, warning that it threatens local control over housing funds and could lead to legal battles.

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Folsom Council opposes SB 802, citing concern over state‑mandated JPA and loss of local control
After a briefing on Senate Bill 802 (Ashby), which would create a regional housing and homelessness authority with powers over local funds and mandated JPA membership, the council voted unanimously to oppose the bill, saying it would erode local control and could risk litigation and loss of local funds.
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February 14, 2026 at 1:27 PM
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Folsom's City Council is shaking up housing policy by adopting a 1,500-square-foot threshold to lower fees and promote 'missing middle' for-sale units!

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Council narrows in-lieu housing fee to encourage smaller for-sale units, adopts 1,500 sq ft threshold
The council approved a resolution establishing per-square-foot inclusionary in-lieu fees and adopted a 1,500-square-foot threshold to incentivize 'missing middle' for-sale housing, with annual fee adjustments tied to construction cost indices and an exemption continuing for rental projects.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:19 PM
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Folsom is considering a bold proposal to double the Tourism Business Improvement District assessment, aiming to boost local sports facilities and attract more visitors—could this transform the city’s tourism landscape?

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Council hears TEDcorp proposal to double TBID assessment to fund tournament fields and tourism infrastructure
City staff and TEDcorp advanced a proposal to increase the Tourism Business Improvement District assessment from 4% to 8% to fund destination-enhancing capital projects and marketing; public comment from TEDcorp and youth-sports stakeholders supported the concept; council took no action and scheduled a public hearing for Jan. 27.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:18 PM
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Folsom's new 50-year Water Vision plan aims to safeguard the city's water supply by addressing critical vulnerabilities and exploring innovative solutions like pipeline redundancy and treated groundwater reuse.

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Folsom unveils 50-year Water Vision with pipeline redundancy, groundwater and Aerojet reuse options
Folsom utilities director presented a final Water Vision report recommending redundancy for the single raw-water pipeline, treatment-plant upgrades, development of nonpotable purple-pipe uses with Aerojet-treated groundwater and phased partnerships to diversify supplies; cost estimates range from planning-level hundreds of thousands to projects in the tens or hundreds of millions.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:15 PM
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Folsom City Council just greenlit a stunning new bronze sculpture of Johnny Cash for the iconic Johnny Cash Trail, promising to enhance both culture and tourism in the area!

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Council accepts state grant, authorizes contract to add "Hello, I'm Johnny Cash" sculpture on Johnny Cash Trail
The council authorized a professional services agreement not to exceed $279,730 with Romo Studios and accepted a $425,000 state grant to fabricate and install a bronze Johnny Cash sculpture on city property west of the Johnny Cash Bridge; the remaining grant funds (approx. $145,000) will be used for site work. Council approved the resolution unanimously.
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December 20, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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Folsom City Council takes a bold step towards affordable housing by simplifying its inclusionary fee structure, but will it truly benefit all homeowners?

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Folsom council approves first reading of updated inclusionary housing fee; staff to return with exemptions to incentivize middle homes
The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 1359, recasting Folsoms inclusionary in-lieu fee as a per-square-foot charge to reduce administrative burden; staff recommended $3.00/sq ft for most ownership products, $2.50/sq ft for homes under 1,500 sq ft, and retained an exemption for multifamily rentals. Council approved first reading and asked staff to return with targeted exemption options.
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December 20, 2025 at 7:06 PM