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D5 Newsletter | Mosquito Fire Update
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS CONTINUE FOR ALL THOSE IMPACTED BY THE MOSQUITO FIRE It has been traumatic for those that have lost their homes, been displaced, and are still separated from their homes and communities. I wanted to share that we are doing everything possible to fight the fire, protect the remaining homes, support the […]
D5 Newsletter | Mosquito Fire
Our thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted and potentially impacted by the Mosquito Fire. Our incredible Placer County residents and others from around the region are asking how they can help. At this time, our very best suggestion is to donate funds through the Placer Community Foundation. Placer Community Foundation’s Mosquito Fire Relief […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | September 2
SUMMER DRAWS TO AN END… BUT FIRE SEASON IS FAR FROM OVER! Over 100 years ago, our Country began recognizing the first Monday in September as Labor Day, paying tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. While Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer, I want to remind you that our fire […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | August 18
HAPPY AUGUST! 2022 LAKE TAHOE SUMMIT On Tuesday, August 16 a number of Placer County staff, Supervisor Suzanne Jones, and I attended the 26th annual Lake Tahoe Summit at Sand Harbor Nevada State Park. This annual summit is a chance for local officials to meet with our Federal and State leaders to discuss the challenges […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | August 5
HAPPY AUGUST! Your Voice Makes a Difference! As we head toward the end of summer the overall number of issues our office is handling is not slowing down! In the last few weeks we have attended a number of Municipal Advisory Council meetings and heard from many about issues and concerns. The following are just […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | July 21
PUBLIC SERVICES IN EASTERN PLACER COUNTY As a 40-year resident of Tahoe City, I have been fortunate to spend many years volunteering with incredible community members to improve our communities in Eastern Placer County. When the opportunity to serve on the Board of Supervisors presented itself, I changed my career plans and sought this office […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | June 16
WELCOMING SUMMER! As we look forward to a beautiful and busy summer, I want to encourage everyone to recreate respectfully, responsibly, and do your part to keep Placer County safe. We ask that as you gather with friends and family over the Fourth of July and other activities and events, please remember that we are […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | July 7
WHY WE LOVE PLACER… THE PEOPLE, THE COMMUNITIES! The last two weeks have reminded me of what makes any place great – it’s both the place and the people! Last week we gathered to honor a legacy of volunteer public service that started in 1971! Past and present leaders from the Placer County Board of […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | June 29
CELEBRATE OUR COUNTRY’S INDEPENDENCE DAY! Let’s make this Fourth of July memorable by counting our blessings, truly appreciating our freedom, and celebrating our democracy! On this holiday weekend let’s remember the leadership, courage, and sacrifices that so many made throughout our nation’s history – to first establish and then defend our democracy. The Fourth of […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | June 2
PLEASE VOTE ON JUNE 7 Many have fought and given their lives to protect our democratic form of government. Placer County voters have a history of strong voter turnout, ranking among the best in California. Now, more than ever, it is critically important for voters to participate in this primary election There are several key […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | May 19
REMEMBER AND HONOR THOSE WHO SERVED OUR COUNTRY As we approach Memorial Day weekend, please take a moment to pause, remember and honor all who have served and given their lives defending our freedom and our democracy. It seems even more important today as we witness global challenges to democratic principles that we not take […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | May 5
HAPPY MAY! As I begin my third year as your Placer County District 5 Supervisor, I can’t help but reflect on the vast diversity of issues that my office is working on to serve you. These last few weeks were a perfect example – from forest health, to workforce housing, to broadband funding, to legislative […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | April 21
CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WITH SNOW! What an “Amazing April” it has already been, especially with the recent storm bringing over a foot of snow to our region. While it’s rare to see this much snowfall in April, it is extremely welcomed in helping with our significant snowpack deficit and all this moisture will provide additional […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | April 14
UPDATE ON CALIFORNIA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION DECISION ABOUT PLACER BROADBAND FUNDING Hello all, First, thank you to all of you who responded quickly to our request last week to share your comments with the California Public Utilities Commission about their broadband infrastructure funding allocation for Placer County. The CPUC received nearly 200 comments from Placer […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | April 7
PREPARING FOR SUMMER As we prepare for summer, the record-breaking drought should be driving each of us to focus on protecting our homes, our properties, and our communities from wildfire. Placer County is working to expand the Chipper Program, provide support for the One Big Bin program, and are proposing to expand the Firewise Community […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | March 7
HAPPY MARCH! While it wasn’t much, last week’s small storm helps with our significant snowpack deficit. “Miracle March’s” have occurred – let’s hope that we gain some additional relief this month from our historic drought conditions. At this Tuesday’s Board (March 8th) meeting we will be considering setting the new fees for the short-term rental […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | March 3
HAPPY MARCH As we “march” toward the official start of spring (March 20), the pace of permit applications, construction, and real estate transactions continues to increase. The County’s own projects as well as many private and individual projects are moving forward in 2022. As an example, I had the chance to meet with our County […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | February 18
CELEBRATING PRESIDENTS DAY! The anniversary of President George Washington’s birthday is the day we have chosen to honor all our current and former Presidents, as well as the democracy that allows us to choose our leader. The year after President Washington’s death, his birthday became a day of remembrance that has continued for 222 years. […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | February 4
WELCOMING FEBRUARY… THE BORDER BETWEEN WINTER & SPRING After December’s record-breaking storm, January’s plentiful sunshine has been welcomed and much needed for our region to recover from the damage and disruption. County staff and our partners continue to pursue funding and programs to help us with clean-up in those areas that experienced such tremendous damage. I […]
A Letter Regarding Short-term Rentals in Eastern Placer County | February 1
Last week the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve another step in regulating short-term rentals in Eastern Placer County. While some think it didn’t go far enough, others feel it went too far. What is clear from all the feedback we have received during the seven-month process, this is only one step in further […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | January 20
WELCOMING 2022 AND A NEW ROLE The tradition of the Board of Supervisors is to rotate the role of chair, and I am truly honored to take my turn this year. It does come with added responsibilities and time commitments to County-wide duties, but I am certain that with the outstanding dedication of my District Director (Sophie Fox – West Slope) and […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | January 13
WELCOMING 2022 AND A NEW ROLE The tradition of the Board of Supervisors is to rotate the role of chair, and I am truly honored to take my turn this year. It does come with added responsibilities and time commitments to County-wide duties, but I am confident that with the help of my District Director (Sophie Fox – West Slope) and Deputy […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | December 27
This Christmas storm has broken records back to 1970 so we ask for your patience and support to all our first responders, staff, utility workers, and businesses who are trying to keep all of us safe and secure. Please see the following notes and make sure to do your best to help those around you. […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | December 21
Happy Official First Day of Winter and Holiday Wishes, Placer County! It’s officially winter, which also means the holiday season is upon us. There are many things to love about this time of year, especially the blessings of time with family and friends. Wishing you and yours a joyous holiday filled with peace and prosperity, […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | December 21
HAPPY OFFICIAL FIRST DAY OF WINTER AND HOLIDAY WISHES, PLACER COUNTY! It’s officially winter, which also means the holiday season is upon us. There are many things to love about this time of year, especially the blessings of time with family and friends. Wishing you and yours a joyous holiday filled with peace and prosperity, and […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | November 26
AFTER GIVING THANKS – LET’S GIVE BACK! I hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving filled with a harvest of blessings, good health, and time with family and loved ones. Now the Giving Season is upon us! I encourage you to shop local, especially on Small Business Saturday, and to consider donating to your favorite […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | November 18
A TIME TO GIVE THANKS As we head toward the holiday season it is always good to reflect on how very much we in Placer County have to be grateful for, especially during the challenges of the last year! Please join me in thanking those who have done so much to contribute to our safety […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | November 12
GIVING THANKS AND MORE! As we head toward the holiday season there is much to report to you, and also so much more to be thankful for in 2021! Join me in thanking those who have done so much to contribute to our safety and well-being in 2021: Our veterans and current service members – whom we honored yesterday but should be thanked every day […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | Veterans Day November 11
HONORING THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED Please join me in honoring and thanking all the brave women and men that have served our country. They should be thanked every day of the year but tomorrow their service can be recognized at various community events. Veterans Day Community Events AUBURN VETERANS DAY PARADE, COMMUNITY CEREMONY […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | November 2
WINTER WEATHER CAME EARLY This past storm not only brought record breaking precipitation to Placer County, but also to most parts of California. We can only hope that this is a sign of a great winter ahead. The moisture was more than welcomed and long overdue – which helped any remaining regional wildfires to reach […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | October 6
AUTUMN IS IN THE AIR With crisp sunny days, vivid colors from the changing leaves, and stunning vibrant sunsets – it’s easy to say that fall in Placer County is one of the most beautiful times of the year. It’s also one of the best times of the year to get outside to explore the […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | October 5
AUTUMN IS IN THE AIR With crisp sunny days, vivid colors from the changing leaves, and stunning vibrant sunsets – it’s easy to say that fall in Placer County is one of the most beautiful times of the year. It’s also one of the best times of the year to get outside to explore the […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | September 10
LABOR DAY HAS COME AND GONE, BUT FIRE SEASON IS FAR FROM OVER! Over 100 years ago, our Country began recognizing the first Monday in September as Labor Day, paying tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. Without a doubt, the last two years have been difficult for our workers and businesses in […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | August 30
CREATE CONFIDENCE IN YOUR OWN PREPARATIONS The Caldor fire is leaving all of us worried about the safety of our homes and families, but it’s important to remember that at this point, it remains 15-20 miles from Placer County’s border. Our Placer County Sheriff’s Office, Placer County Office of Emergency Services, Cal Fire and Placer […]
District 5 Update | August 26
COVID-19 HEALTH WARNING THE SURGE IS VERY REAL HERE IN PLACER COUNTY Last Friday, Sutter Roseville Medical Center experienced their busiest day in their history, driven by the surge in Covid-19 cases. Placer County’s Director of Health and Human Services Dr. Rob Oldham provided the Board with an update indicating the situation from hospital executives […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | August 24
WILDFIRE & SMOKE UPDATES FOR THE TAHOE BASIN While there are currently no active fires burning within Placer County, the smoke and air quality conditions, specifically in the Lake Tahoe Basin, have been devastating. Most of the smoke you are seeing and breathing is coming from the Caldor Fires (El Dorado County) and the Dixie […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | August 6
A DEVASTATING REMINDER, BE PREPARED FOR WILDFIRE! As many of you know, the River Fire, which started Wednesday, grew very quickly, and destroyed homes in the Colfax area and beyond. My heart goes out to each and every individual who has already lost their homes or had property impacts. I was able to get to […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | August 3
AUGUST IS HERE, ENJOY THE END OF OUR BUSY SUMMER. As we begin to wind down from another hot and busy summer, I want to thank everyone for doing their part to keep Placer County safe. There are so many ways each of you have contributed towards a successful summer, from preparing for wildfires to […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | July 23
We are well into another very busy summer in North Lake Tahoe and as always, there is much to report on activities and projects in our region. But first and most importantly, as wildfires ravage many parts of our State and the West, we can never remind ourselves and others enough — please follow all […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | July 1
CELEBRATE OUR COUNTRY’S INDEPENDENCE DAY – STAY SAFE AND GRATEFUL! On this holiday weekend let’s remember the leadership, courage, and sacrifices that so many made throughout our nation’s 245-year history – to first establish and then defend our democracy. The Fourth of July commemorates the birth of the United States of America as an independent […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | July 1
CELEBRATE OUR COUNTRY’S INDEPENDENCE DAY – STAY SAFE AND GRATEFUL! On this holiday weekend let’s remember the leadership, courage, and sacrifices that so many made throughout our nation’s 245-year history – to first establish and then defend our democracy. The Fourth of July commemorates the birth of the United States of America as an independent […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | June 22
EASTERN PLACER COUNTY TOWN HALL RECAP On Thursday, June 10, I joined County staff and other Public Agencies for a Virtual Eastern Placer County Town Hall. I want to thank all of the panelists that participated and I hope you can see how hard everybody’s working. We are trying to focus on getting some pretty […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | June 4
SUMMER IS OFFICIALLY UPON US, PLACER COUNTY! With the change of season comes great news and accomplishments to celebrate in our region. I can’t help but feel a sense of gratitude for what we’ve accomplished and look forward to once again meeting in-person and participating in events. While there is no arguing this past year […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | May 27
WISHING YOU A FUN & SAFE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND As we head into Memorial Day Weekend, I ask each of you to remember, honor and mourn all who have served and given their lives defending our freedom. Please take a moment to pause and appreciate what they and their loved ones have sacrificed so that […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | May 3
WHO’S READY FOR SUMMER? With summer just around the corner, I’m reminded how fortunate we are to have so many recreational options in Placer County. The ample sunshine and warmth always bring a renewed and welcomed sense of optimism and good health. There are endless options to get outside and explore our beautiful region, including […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | April 19
POSITIVE STEPS MOVING FORWARD INTO SPRING & SUMMER Placer County staff have been working with my office to address many of the concerns we all share about the quality of life and the environment in our region. Understanding that we can’t control everyone’s behavior, we are working on a combination of approaches to address the […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | April 6
SPRING IS A TIME FOR NEW BEGINNINGS, PLANS & PROJECTS This time of year not only brings warmer weather, but also a positive outlook as we continue to make great progress on so many fronts. COVID UPDATE Covid-19 cases continue to decline while the number of those vaccinated increases. Although Placer County saw a slight […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | March 22
HAPPY SPRING! The season is changing and there is much to report on activities and projects related to Placer County . The Board of Supervisors will be meeting in North Lake Tahoe on Tuesday, March 30 with a number of items that are specific to or impact Eastern Placer County, including: Proposed revisions to the […]
The Hidden Falls Reduced Project | March 16
A LETTER FROM YOUR DISTRICT 5 SUPERVISOR Dear Residents: Since making my decision on the Hidden Falls Regional Park Trails Expansion Reduced Project, I have received many emails and calls expressing views of either anger or gratitude. While I can’t respond to each person individually, I want to explain my thinking to the people of […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | March 12
RECENT & BREAKING COVID-19 HEADLINES Placer County will move into the red tier as of Sunday, March 14, the California Department of Public Health announced today after statewide vaccination thresholds were met and state tier metrics relaxed as a result. READ MORE “This is a big step and one that we welcome. With our case […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | March 1
SETTING THE STAGE FOR THE FUTURE Last week, I joined my fellow Board of Supervisors and County leadership in a Strategic Planning Workshop. This was a great opportunity for the Board members to not only talk about our priorities, but also to get to know each other a little better. I appreciate the wisdom, background, […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | February 17
EASTERN PLACER COUNTY VIRTUAL TOWN HALL TONIGHT- Wednesday, February 17 at 6pm AGENDA The Town Hall will be held virtually and all community members are invited to attend. Topics include: General County Updates from Supervisor Gustafson Updates on Trash Initiatives Updates on Housing- including the Workforce Housing Preservation Program, Hopkins Village, and Meadowview Place To […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | January 28
VACCINE ELIGIBILITY UPDATE As I mentioned to many of you in emails last night and in my Districtwide newsletter last week, things are rapidly changing around vaccine distribution. I am reaching out again as new information is now available regarding who is eligible to sign up to receive a vaccine in Placer County. EDUCATION, […]
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE VACCINE! | January 22
As you can imagine many people are calling, writing and emailing in search of more information on when they can get vaccinated. I understand that this is an extremely frustrating time for all of us – so I am hoping to help explain what we know, and just as importantly what we don’t know. Information […]
Limited supply of vaccines now available to older adults in Phase 1B | January 14
AUBURN, Calif. — Public and private vaccine administration partners in Placer County are now offering COVID-19 vaccines in extremely limited supply to residents over the age of 65. Vaccine is available in limited quantities through a Public Health clinic in south Placer; large hospital systems including Kaiser and Sutter; and pharmacy partner Safeway, whose locations […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | January 12
Regional Stay At Home Order Lifted Placer County was notified this afternoon by the California Department of Public Health that, based upon the latest projections of ICU bed capacity 4 weeks into the future, the Greater Sacramento region is no longer under State’s regional “stay-at-home” order, effective immediately. “We’re starting to see some stabilization both […]
Statement from Supervisor Gustafson | January 7
Shortly after we distributed my Newsletter and Eastern Placer Bulletin yesterday, the news of events at our Nation’s Capital occurred. I was so disturbed by what I witnessed that I wanted to send out another message. For those of you who don’t know, I was fortunate to grow up just outside of Washington DC, while […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | January 6
Happy 2021 – Resolve to Make a Difference! Just a year ago we could never have imagined the challenges that 2020 would bring. As we look ahead to the light at the end of the tunnel for our public health crisis, hopefully we can refocus our energy and efforts to address other important issues we […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | January 6
Happy 2021 – Resolve to Make a Difference! Just a year ago we could never have imagined the challenges that 2020 would bring. As we look ahead to the light at the end of the tunnel for our public health crisis, hopefully we can refocus our energy and efforts to address other important issues we […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | December 18
Wishing You A Healthy and Happy Holiday Season! This holiday season will look quite different for most us, but it is my hope that our community can come together to support one another by being patient and kind. With California’s new Regional Stay Home Order that went into effect for our region on December 11, […]
Eastern District 5 Bulletin | December 18
Wishing You a Healthy and Happy Holiday Season! This holiday season will look quite different for most us, but it is my hope that our community can come together to support one another by being patient and kind. With California’s new Regional Stay Home Order that went into effect for our region on December 11, […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | December 4
SHOP LOCAL, SUPPORT LOCAL, PROTECT LOCAL It is hard to believe we are finally in the last month of 2020 — this year has been much different than any of us would have ever imagined. I know many of us are looking forward to 2021 with the hope for a return to a bit of […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | November 19
As most of you already know, Placer County, along with our surrounding counties and 94% of the State’s population, has been moved back into the most restrictive tier – Purple (“Widespread” risk level) in the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, and just this afternoon the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced a limited […]
Eastern District 5 Bulletin | November 19
COVID-19 UPDATE — PLACER COUNTY MOVES TO PURPLE TIER As most of you already know, Placer County, along with our surrounding counties and 94% of the State’s population, has been moved back into the most restrictive tier – Purple (“Widespread” risk level) In the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy. While health experts predicted a […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | November 13
NOVEMBER 10 SPECIAL MEETING UPDATE At a special Board of Supervisors meeting held on November 10 county staff from the CEO’s fiscal team provided an overview of the development of the 2021/2022 Placer County Budget, and staff from the Facilities Management Division provided an overview of several large-scale facilities projects. Budget Workshop This was the […]
Eastern District 5 Bulletin | November 2
Protect Our Communities – Wear Masks, Socially Distance, Follow Guidelines! As we put another busy summer behind us, I would like to take a moment to thank everyone for doing their part to keep our families, friends and community safe. Now more than ever, it is important to consider some of the positive […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | October 30
Thank you to Placer County firefighters! In a year where California has seen the previous record for the number of acres burned by wildfire double, we all owe a huge debt of gratitude to our firefighters. These brave individuals work incredibly long hours in dangerous and strenuous conditions, often battling high temperatures and steep […]
Eastern District 5 Bulletin | October 30
It’s Time to Vote, Placer County! Our Placer County Board of Supervisors and Registrar of Voters have banded together to encourage people to vote. It’s your vote and your choice of how you decide to vote. Watch Now It is your right – USE IT! Like so many other aspects of our lives, COVID-19 has changed […]
Eastern District 5 Bulletin | October 23
Upcoming Board of Supervisors Meeting in Tahoe The Placer County Board of Supervisors will be meeting at 9am on Tuesday, October 27 at the North Tahoe Event Center in Kings Beach. There are many topics of interest within Eastern Placer County. Tahoe Related Agenda Items: Commendation of Larry Sevison | The Board is recognizing Larry’s legacy of service […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | October 13
Placer Advances to Orange Tier of Reopening – Stay Cautious Today the State announced that Placer County has moved from the “Substantial” category (Red tier) of its Blueprint for a Safer Economy into the “Moderate” category (Orange tier), indicating a reduction in our COVID-19 cases. This means increased capacity and flexibility for our businesses, such as restaurants […]
Eastern District 5 Bulletin | October 13
Placer Advances to Orange Tier of Reopening – Stay Cautious Today the State announced that Placer County has moved from the “Substantial” category (Red tier) of its Blueprint for a Safer Economy into the “Moderate” category (Orange tier), indicating a reduction in our COVID-19 cases. This means increased capacity and flexibility for our businesses, such as […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | October 2
It’s up to all of us We continue to monitor the county’s status on the state’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, which places counties in different tiers that determine their ability to reopen based on their COVID-19 case numbers and positivity rate. Placer County was initially placed in the Purple Tier (Widespread) and then moved […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | September 23
Have your voice heard – be sure to vote! Most of us have heard by now that November’s election will be 100% vote by mail, and although it is correct that all active voters will be sent a vote by mail ballot, Placer County voters will also have the opportunity to vote in person if they prefer. […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | September 11
Crisis Versus Emergency – Action to Declare End to Public Health Emergency At our September 8 meeting the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve a resolution declaring the current end of Placer County’s local health emergency, and re-stating the ability for the County to quickly declare an emergency if conditions change and “emergency” status […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | September 4
New State COVID Metrics and Reopening Plan On August 28, Governor Newsom released a new plan for reopening. Based on two key indicators, test positivity and case rate per 100,000, counties are now assessed by color, ranging from the most restrictive purple tier to a less restrictive yellow tier. Placer County’s test positivity rate and […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | August 28
September 1st Board of Supervisors meeting open for in-person public comment For the first time since March the board chambers will be open to in person attendance at the Board of Supervisors September 1st meeting. To remain in compliance with the state’s public health guidance, the county will limit attendance to 25% of the room’s capacity and will require 6 feet of […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | August 21
Staying informed and making our voice heard Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic we have all been trying to sift through the information available to us from different sources, which is a difficult task given that the information is not always consistent. One of the main goals of the Board of Supervisors has been […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | August 14
Board of Supervisors Updates Mercy Housing Groundbreaking On August 12 the Board of Supervisors kicked off construction of Mercy North Auburn with a groundbreaking ceremony. The project is a 79-unit, affordable, multifamily and townhome project located in the Placer County Government Center in North Auburn. The project will be constructed on three acres of land […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | August 7
Visitation Impacts As a result of COVID-19 we are all facing new situations every day that affect different aspects of our lives. In addition to the primary health impacts of the virus and the impacts to our economy, COVID-19 has created other impacts – one of which is increased visitation at our local public recreation facilities from […]
Eastern District 5 Bulletin | August 3
IS THIS THE PEAK? The six weeks between the beginning of July into early August are traditionally our busiest time of the year in Eastern Placer County and this year part-time residents and visitation numbers may even be higher. We may also experience these higher occupancy numbers for a longer period of time this year, […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | July 31
New and Improved COVID-19 Dashboard I hope you have had a chance to visit the County’s online COVID-19 dashboard, which provides up-to-date information on the virus in Placer County. The dashboard was originally launched in April and last week Placer County launched an updated version that provides additional information in a format that is easier to read. […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | July 24
Safely Support Local Business We are all struggling to get through this crisis, and as we have seen, some people have been impacted more than others. Many of the people who are being hit the hardest by the effects of COVID-19 are the owners or employees of locally-owned small businesses. The good news is there […]
Eastern District 5 Bulletin | July 24
Managing the Truckee River Since mid-June we have been seeing growing visitation throughout the Lake Tahoe region. This is not unexpected, we anticipated California and Nevada residents would remain closer to home to vacation this year. Even with that expectation, the numbers have exceeded what most of us have ever seen. In particular, the Truckee River’s […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | July 17
Stay Informed Getting through a crisis is never easy, but access to information that helps us make good choices can certainly make things go more smoothly. In this ever changing landscape of COVID-19, finding up-to-date information on the issues we are dealing with can be challenging, to say the least. The District 5 offices in […]
Eastern District 5 Bulletin | July 17
Keep it Up! Despite a significant increase in residency and visitation, the number of COVID-19 cases in Eastern Placer has remained fairly stable – averaging less than 1 per day for the last 10 days. I am so encouraged by the number of masks I see here in the eastern part of the county. We […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | July 10
The Glass Is Half-Full I know that the last four months have felt more like the glass is half empty, but we have to remain positive and keep trying. Fighting the spread of this virus and providing our community with a way to continue their livelihoods are both critical to our health, safety and security. Finding a safe […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | July 2
Celebrate our Democracy – Dedication to its Principles When our forefathers came together to Declare their Independence – they did so as a united body of 13 colonies. Despite their differences, they came together to fight a common enemy, and they prevailed. As we celebrate this weekend, let’s remember that we truly are “Stronger Together”. […]
COVID-19 Message from Supervisor Gustafson | July 1
PLEASE – SUPPORT EACH OTHER – LET’S STAY OPEN! North Tahoe Business Owners, My office is being inundated with complaints and concerns regarding the apparent lack of local businesses taking the State’s guidance seriously. Complaints range from the number of people not wearing face coverings or adhering to physical distancing guidelines within businesses and allege […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | June 26
Safety First! As we continue to reopen businesses and activities, we expected to see COVID-19 cases increase in Placer County, and they continue to rise. The good news is we are still low in our per capita incidence compared to most areas of the State. For example, in California the most recent numbers show 514 […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | June 17
REOPENING, PPE, AND FACE MASKS This week marks a new phase in our reopening with additional businesses welcoming customers. I know many people were excited to return to various outdoor recreation businesses, campgrounds, gyms, bars, and wineries- among others. Starting this Friday, June 19, some additional personal care businesses including nail salons, tattoo parlors, massage therapists, and estheticians […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | June 8
NEW STATE GUIDANCE and FACE COVERINGS- Moving Forward Together- Let’s Not Slip Back! On Friday, June 5, the state released new guidance for the reopening of additional businesses. Under these new guidelines, more of our local businesses may be able to open as soon as this Friday, June 12. Here are links to the business types […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | May 29
Resolution to the Governor On Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution to request permission from the state to move into Stage 3 of reopening. We took this step due to Placer County’s success at flattening the COVID-19 curve, the protocols we have in place, and the proactive efforts of the local business community to prepare […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | May 22
Emergency Board Meeting Update, Responsible Recreation, and Prepping for Reopening I wanted to start out this week explaining the last minute cancellation of Wednesday’s special Board of Supervisors meeting and apologize for any inconvenience it may have caused. In the hours before the meeting, we learned of legal and financial implications that needed further investigation. We […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | May 15
On Tuesday, Placer County was given the green light by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to begin moving further into Stage 2 of the 4 Stages that Governor Newsom has detailed for the reopening of California. Thank you to the Placer County staff members that worked diligently to put together our attestation request. In that […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | May 8
What is the New Normal? How to Reopen and Stay Healthy How we live with the coronavirus until there is a cure is very challenging for all of us. Every aspect of our lives has changed and will continue to be different. We must protect our own health, protect our vulnerable neighbors, and find ways […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | May 1
Statewide Stay At Home Order and Phased Reopening- Take Care of Yourself and Others. As of tomorrow, May 2, Placer County’s local health order will expire and residents will be guided by the governor’s Executive Order to stay at home. This transition will allow us to focus on planning for a phased reopening in partnership with local governments, […]
A Special Covid-19 Message from Supervisor Gustafson and the Board of Supervisors | April 23
Dear Friends and Neighbors – We know how difficult the COVID 19 pandemic has been to cope with. It has turned all of our worlds upside down. Your commitment to close business, work from home and stop gathering in groups has made a huge difference in the course of this virus. We want to assure […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | April 17
Updates for You It’s hard to believe we are just about one month in to Placer County Health Officer Dr. Aimee Sisson’s first directive and the Governor’s Order for California. As I said last week, KEEP IT UP! We are seeing a “flattening of the curve” which is thanks to you and your family in doing […]
COVID-19 Message from Supervisor Gustafson | April 10
Dear Beloved North Tahoe Community: KEEP IT UP! We are doing a great job staying home and socially distancing. The curve is flattening, non- essential trips in our County are down over 70%, according to the Unacast Social Distancing Scorecard as of today. Facing this pandemic is very hard. It has changed everything about our […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | April 3
Dear Friends and Neighbors- Thank you to everyone who is doing their part to help stop the spread of COVID-19. As we continue to live through this unimaginable time in our history, I know many of you are facing hardships and struggles you had not thought possible just a few weeks ago. My heart goes out to so […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | March 25
Dear Friends and Neighbors- These are harrowing times and Placer County is taking many steps to serve you through this crisis. I urge you to stay in touch through our special COVID-19 webpage. Yesterday, the Board of Supervisors received a report from Dr. Aimee Sisson further strengthening her plea for us all to shelter in place and restrict all […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | March 20
Dears Friends and Neighbors- We are living in unprecedented times. The most important thing you can do now is to follow orders from our state and county government to stay at home in your permanent residence as much as possible. It is imperative for us to slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect those more […]
ADDRESSING ISSUES
Protecting the 5th District takes many forms. Since taking office, it has included ensuring residents are informed and part of the decision-making affecting their lives and homes, championing efforts to address forest health; pushing State officials to find solutions to the insurance crisis; and advocating with PG&E and the state to invest in our electrical […]
ABOUT CINDY
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Coffee with Cindy | September 26
Supervisor Cindy Gustafson wants to hear from YOU! WHERE | Foresthill Veterans Memorial Hall 24601 Harrison St, Foresthill, CA 95631 WHEN | Thursday, September 26 TIME | 9-10:30am Join Cindy for an informal opportunity to talk with her about important issues in your community.
Coffee with Cindy | September 30
Supervisor Cindy Gustafson wants to hear from YOU! WHERE | The Crest Cafe 150 Alpine Meadows Rd, Alpine Meadows, CA 96146 WHEN | Monday, September 30 TIME | 9-10:30am Join Cindy for an informal opportunity to talk with her about important issues in your community.
Sip with Cindy | October 15
Supervisor Cindy Gustafson will bring you up to date on everything taking place in Placer County’s District 5! WHERE | Overlooking the American River Canyon 262 Aeolia Drive, Auburn, CA 95603 WHEN | Tuesday, October 15 TIME | 5-7pm RSVP | info@cindygustafson.com An Informal Gathering of Terrific People Sip Wine and Eat Nourishing Tidbits Prepared by […]
D5 Newsletter | Mosquito Fire Update
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS CONTINUE FOR ALL THOSE IMPACTED BY THE MOSQUITO FIRE It has been traumatic for those that have lost their homes, been displaced, and are still separated from their homes and communities. I wanted to share that we are doing everything possible to fight the fire, protect the remaining homes, support the […]
D5 Newsletter | Mosquito Fire
Our thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted and potentially impacted by the Mosquito Fire. Our incredible Placer County residents and others from around the region are asking how they can help. At this time, our very best suggestion is to donate funds through the Placer Community Foundation. Placer Community Foundation’s Mosquito Fire Relief […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | September 2
SUMMER DRAWS TO AN END… BUT FIRE SEASON IS FAR FROM OVER! Over 100 years ago, our Country began recognizing the first Monday in September as Labor Day, paying tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. While Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer, I want to remind you that our fire […]
Placer County District 5 Bulletin | August 18
HAPPY AUGUST! 2022 LAKE TAHOE SUMMIT On Tuesday, August 16 a number of Placer County staff, Supervisor Suzanne Jones, and I attended the 26th annual Lake Tahoe Summit at Sand Harbor Nevada State Park. This annual summit is a chance for local officials to meet with our Federal and State leaders to discuss the challenges […]
Placer County District 5 Newsletter | August 5
HAPPY AUGUST! Your Voice Makes a Difference! As we head toward the end of summer the overall number of issues our office is handling is not slowing down! In the last few weeks we have attended a number of Municipal Advisory Council meetings and heard from many about issues and concerns. The following are just […]