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Folsom Getting New Assistant City Manager
After 15 years with the city of San Ramon, California, Jim Estep is moving on to Folsom. Estep was assistant city manager with San Ramon for a year, after many years in the Public Works department. Estep's new responsibilityies include overseeing the administration services, human resources, and building services. More information is in the Contra Costa Times.
originally posted February 28, 2003
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Telegraph Website Gets a Make-Over
One of Folsom's oldest and longest-running institutions, the Folsom Telegraph, launched a fresh new website yesterday. The site has all-new features and is much more robust, not only in content, but in functionality. From local politics to high school sports, the Telegraph has been covering it all for years. We'll be linking to a lot more Telegraph stories in the future, now that the site has archive capability. You'll notice a link to MyFolsom.Com on the left under Resources, too! Thank you! Labels: Folsom High School, schools
originally posted February 27, 2003
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Folsom-Cordova to Cut 98 Jobs
Tough times call for tough measures. Facing a state-wide budget cut, the Folsom-Cordova School District have decided to cut 98 jobs off its payroll. The school district was largely able to do this by removing the 20:1 teacher/student ratio that is currently mandated. Calisornia School Employees Association has already filed suit for unfair labor practices. More is in the New Folsom Telegraph website. Labels: schools
originally posted February 26, 2003
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2.26.2003
Affordable Housing Issues Continue
As the city seeks to fulfill the last of its affordable housing needs, more and more residents are pushing back. The latest group to oppose the zoning are Natoma Station residents - they are not in favor of development of 13 acres of land currently owned by Intel. The tree-lined area currently serves as a buffer between the neighborhood and existing developments, not to mention the fact that the South Folsom area contains a large majority of low-income housing re-zones. More is in the Bee.Labels: Intel
Ose Looks to Get a 4-Lane Bridge
With the impending traffic issues that will result from the Folsom Dam Road closure, Representative Doug Ose is seeking an additional 4-lane bridge spanning over the American River. The proposal has been mired in the fight between the Auburn Dam proponents and those wishing to raise Folsom Dam in the past, giving uncertainty to the bridge. Ose now plans on filing a separate bill, though it is still uncertain. More is in the Bee.
Also See: Telegraph Article / Official Website of Doug Ose / Matsui, Boxer, Feinstein want Bridge and Mini-Raise
2.25.2003
Folsom Prison to Count Towards Low-Income Housing?
Don't laugh, but Assemblyman Dave Cox is pushing to pass a bill which would virtually give Folsom exemption on affordable housing. Cox proposes to count beds in Folsom Prison towards the city's affordable-housing goals, which would practically meet Folsom's low-income housing needs. Unfortunately, as the legislature is largely Democrat-ruled, the bill would have very little chance of passing. More is in the Bee.Labels: Folsom Lake Crossing, Folsom Prison
originally posted February 25, 2003
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Join Neighborhood Watch and Be Prepared
As the nation's terror alert status is now on Orange, it is important for all of us to be prepared in the event of a disaster. The federal government has launched a website to help communicate what to do - Ready.Gov. What can you do to prevent a terrorist attack? Join a neighborhood watch program. Terrorists can be viewed as everyday people, and Folsom is no different. To learn more about Neighborhood Watch, visit http://www.usaonwatch.org.Labels: Folsom crime, neighborhood watch
originally posted February 24, 2003
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2.23.2003
Folsom Wood & Lumber to Shut its Doors Forever
No longer a small store in a small town, Folsom Lumber & Building Supply has decided to call it quits. Since 1880, the business had been selling lumber and has gone under name changes and moved locations, but the customer service was always top-notch. Unfortunately, with Home Depot and Lowe's Home Improvement stores in town, it could no longer compete. Friday will be the store's last day - stop by at noon for cake and music, and wish the owners well. More in Sunday's Bee.
Folsom High Playoff Bound
The Folsom High School Men's Basketball team (18-5) are gunning for the Sac-Joaquin Section Division II section title, and Kyle Johnson and Todd Dobbins are leading the way. Five Bulldogs average double-figures on the team, and are ranked No.4 in it's league. In order for the Bulldogs to reach the finals at Arco Arena, it will have to beat No. 1 ranked Sacramento High. More is in Thursday's Bee.
Also See: FHS Athletics WebsiteLabels: Folsom High School, schools
originally posted February 22, 2003
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Folsom Dam Road to Shut Down Indefinitely
Take a last stroll over the Folsom Dam Road - it may be the last chance you get. Officials have decided that on February 28th, it will shut down Folsom Dam Road indefinitely, and most are speculating for good. Citing terrorism concerns, the Dam Road will now only be available to maintenance vehicles. After 9/11, the Dam was shut down for public tours, and large vehicles had been banned from crossing. Motorists must now cross over the Rainbow Bridge. More is in the Bee.
Also See: Folsom Dam Road Status Website / KCRA story / Bikes, Pedestrians Banned / Editorial: The Dam That Couldn't
originally posted February 20, 2003
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Folsom Gets a SAFE Credit Union
SAFE Credit Union expands its domain to the Folsom area, opening up a credit union near the new Bel Air on East Bidwell. Safe-deposit boxes, walk-up and drive-through ATMs are included, as well as conventional teller service. It is the first SAFE in the Highway 50 Corridor. More is in the Sacramento Business Journal.
Also See: Safe Credit Union Home PageLabels: grand opening
originally posted February 18, 2003
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It's an International Phenomenon
Users from all over the world have been finding Hexxagon a fun and addicting game to play. Whether you play a friend or against the computer, you'll find it's pretty quick to catch on to. The object of the game is simple... end up with more gems than your opponent! Once you play for 15 seconds, you will figure it out rather quickly. Some of our other popular games in the arcade include Black Jack, Arkanoid, Tetris (recently improved) and Pass the Pigs.
originally posted February 16, 2003
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Single Car Accident Kills Roseville Man
In what is expected as a alcohol-related incident, a Vacaville man on parole for burglary crashed in to the front yard of a Folsom home, killing one passenger and injuring two others. Gabriel Brook Nassoiy, 21, of Roseville, was killed in the crash, the third such time someone has crashed in to the homeowner's front yard. More information is in the Bee and TheKCRAChannel.Com. Labels: Car Accident
originally posted February 15, 2003
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Folsom Dive Rescue Unit Seeking Help
Divers Cove is establishing the first ever Dive rescue unit for Folsom, and are seeking divers to join this non-profit organization. If you have diving experience and would like to inquire about joining, please contact Robert Flores at Divers Cove for more information or visit their website at www.diverscove.net for information regarding this team. The next meeting is February 19th.
originally posted February 13, 2003
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Folsom Dam Raise Funding Reduced
Design work funding for the Folsom Dam raise has been cut to $1.27 million, in an effort to reduce spending. Republican representative John Doolittle was responsible for the cut, as he maintains his goals of re-starting the Auburn Dam project. Doolittle still feels Auburn Dam would be Sacramento's best bet for flood control, not a Folsom Dam raise. The outlook for the dam raise remains uncertain. More in the Bee.
Also See: Auburn Dam FAQ / About Dam Raise
originally posted February 12, 2003
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More Water Being Released from Folsom Dam
In an effort to keep salt water from entering the Delta, Nimbus and Folsom Dam are releasing an extra 2,000 cubic feet of water per second from each of the dams. In order to keep fresh water fish alive in the delta, water is needed to flow from the mountains, or else salt water creeps in to the delta. Dry weather in recent weeks have kept the water flow minimal. Folsom Dam is currently releasing 5,500 cubic feet of water per second.
Also See: Folsom Dam Official Page / Folsom Lake Webcams & LinksLabels: Nimbus Dam
originally posted February 11, 2003
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School Boundaries Shift
Due to the incredible growth in Folsom and newly-created affordable housing shifts, the Folsom-Cordova School District has decided to shift boundaries for the first time in 5 years. Boundaries for the new Prairie Oaks Elementary School, Sandra J Gallardo Elementary, have been set for Prairie Oaks, Los Cerros, Willow Springs, Overlook at Blue Ravine apartments, Iron Point apartments, Willow Spring apartments and The Shores. More is in the Bee.
Also See: FCUSD Home PageLabels: Gallardo Elementary, schools
originally posted February 09, 2003
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Intel Helping City With Affordable Housing Goals
Santa Clara based Intel Corporation, Sacramento Valley's leading employer, has decided to help the city reach its affordable housing goals, by giving it 10 acres of unused land. A majority of affordable housing has been slated for South Folsom, while North Folsom only comprises about 1% of the city's affordable housing goals. The city votes on the land next month. More is in the Business Journal.
Also See: Folsom Re-Zoning Map / About Intel FolsomLabels: Intel, map
originally posted February 06, 2003
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Free Classifieds for All!
If you have not had the opportunity to check out MyFolsom.Com's free classifieds, now is the time to take a peek. Our classifieds are very in-depth, easy to use, and 100% free! Whether you are trying to start a home business or perhaps looking to sell your car, our free classifieds can be an easy answer. Unlike other on-line classifieds, you can easily upload photo's and these classifieds are all Sacramento-based.
originally posted February 03, 2003
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Garbage & Sewer Rates to Go Through the Roof
In a move that will increase sewer rates by 420% and garbage rates by 50%, Folsom City Council found it prudent to increase Folsom residents' utility bills until 2008. The sewer rate increase will cover operations and maintenance costs. The garbage rate increase will go towards a city-wide recycling program. Though Folsom's garbage gets recycled at Folsom prison, operations costs have risen. It has been rumored that the city is actually losing money on the prison recycling program. More is in the Bee.Labels: Folsom Prison
originally posted February 02, 2003
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