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Folsom Gets Funding to Fix Sewers
Folsom is long-known for its sewer problems. Several instances have seen sewers backing up and overflowing in to Lake Natoma. Unfortunately, most of the problem areas reside in the Historic District and are costly to repair. Legislation was recently passed by President Bush to help local governments meet the communities needs, and Folsom will be getting $400,000 to help repair the aging infrastructure. More in the Bee.
posted January 31, 2004
Sibley St Closure a No-Go
Sibley Street residents were dismayed to learn that city council voted 3-2 against closing the street for a trial period, in an effort to curb cut-through traffic. It was voted down largely because it was perceived that the traffic would hit other residential areas. City council was, however, open to the prospects of traffic calming, such as speed bumps or traffic closures. More in the Folsom Telegraph.
* Discuss this in the Folsom Forums
* Related Bee article 2/1/04Labels: Folsom City Council
posted January 30, 2004
Jazz Festival This Weekend
Folsom High School will be hosting it's 15th annual Jazz Festival on Saturday January 31, from 7:30 am to 10 pm. This famous event will feature the opening of its new performing arts center, which can hold 800 people. Tickets cost only $10 for an all day pass. More in the Bee.
* folsommusic.orgLabels: Curtis Gaesser, Folsom High School, schools
posted January 29, 2004
Folsom Lake College Now Accredited
Folsom Lake College, once a footnote to the Los Rios Community College District, has blossomed in to a 151-acre hub of activity, a size which is expected to grow five-fold. Now that FLC is accredited, it means it will no longer be a satellite campus to Cosumnes River College, and can grant its own curriculum. Full details in the Bee.
* Folsom Lake College website
Labels: Folsom Lake College
posted January 27, 2004
Mountain Lion Seen Near Lake
For the second time in six days, a mountain lion has been spotted near Folsom Lake. Last week, a father and daughter spotted a lion and the cat eventually went away after about 10 minutes. Today, 2 bicyclists spotted one along a bike trail about 2 miles away. More info on Fox40 News.
* What to do if you spot a mountain lionLabels: biking, Folsom Lake
posted January 26, 2004
Folsom Library Design Approved
Members of the Folsom Library Commission have approved the final designs for the new Folso mLibrary, which will be built in Folsom City Park. Plans include a central garden court, a cafe, and outdoor patio seating, and will be up to 24,000 square feet in size. The library is not without controversy, as the Lions Club want the land to stay as a softball field. Full details in Sunday's Bee.Labels: Folsom Library
posted January 25, 2004
Prison Scandal Leads to Overhaul
A 2002 gang-related riot has led to several firings and reassignments of Folsom Prison leadership, amid a firestorm of controversy. The riot started when 2 rival gangs were released in to the prison yard all at once (instead of gradually) and a riot ensued. Matters were made worse when those responsible tried to cover up the incident. The corrections officer in charge committed suicide during the aftermath. Details
* News10 article
Labels: Folsom Prison, suicide
posted January 23, 2004
3,800 Homes to Go Up South of Hwy 50
GenCorp Inc. has announced plans to build 2200 single family homes and 1600 condos on land currently owned by Aerojet. "Smart Growth" is the buzz word, with one-third being open space, and communities with lots of biking and hiking trails, as well as a future light-rail station. More in the Bee and Business Journal.
* Discuss this in the Folsom ForumsLabels: South of 50, trails
posted January 21, 2004
New Bridge By 2007
3 years may seem like a long time to wait for a bridge, however that timeline is 2 years sooner than previously expected for a bridge that is slated to replace Folsom Dam Road. The city has been working with the US Army Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Reclamation to speed up the process, as the Dam Road closure has caused a traffic nightmare in Folsom. Full details: Sacramento Bee.Labels: Cash Crossing, Dam Road, Folsom Dam Bridge, Folsom Lake Crossing, USACE, USBOR
posted January 18, 2004
Sports Complex Opens House
The brand-new Folsom Sports Complex is now open for business, ready to handle the many soccer, volleyball, and basketball players to come through its doors. Also included are batting cages an a video arcade. The Sports Complex requires no membership, and is a pay-as-you-go facility. More in the Telegraph.
* Sports Complex / Kemp Park Photo Journal
posted January 16, 2004
Jitters Revamps
Sutter Street coffee shop Jitters is undergoing a transformation if you will - from being a knick-knack shop, now focusing on being just a traditional Mom & Pop coffee shop. If you aren't a big fan of Starbucks vs. the World, this place is for you. The coffee shop is now featuring poetry readings to karaoke nights, in an effort to boost business that has been hit hard by the Dam Road closure. Full StoryLabels: Dam Road, Sutter Street
posted January 15, 2004
2 Folsom Men Arrested in Teen's Death
A New Jersey high school cheerleader was found naked and dead early Tuesday, after an apparent fall from a 9th-floor Maui balcony. 2 Folsom men (unidentified) have been arrested in connection to her death, as her clothes wer found inside. The men were later released and are no longer suspects, as the death was ruled an accident. More in the New Jersey Star-Ledger and Honolulu Star-Bulletin.
* KCRAChannel.Com article
* Discuss this in the forumsLabels: fatality, Folsom High School, schools
posted January 14, 2004
WinCo Foods Now Open
WinCo Food Market, which seemed to be under construction for an endless period, is finally open after much anticipation. The parking lot was completely full as anxious shoppers were curious to check out the grand opening. If you're interested in checking out the new WinCo, it's located at Blue Ravine near Iron Point.
* WinCofoods.comLabels: grand opening
posted January 12, 2004
Cal-ISO a Major Part of California
Tucked away somewhere secret in the city of Folsom is Cal-ISO (independent Systems Operators), perhaps the most guarded part of the city next to Folsom Dam. Cal ISO is responsible for control of power throughout the state - when there is a major blackout like the recent one in San Francisco, they know about it. Read all about this secret facility.Labels: Cal-ISO
posted January 11, 2004
Park Costs to Rise Again
Budget reductions have forced park officials to raise rates again, and beginning July 1, park fees will raise $2, bringing it to $6 a day. Camping fees also rise around $3-$5 a night at Folsom Lake. The only alternative was shutting down access to Folsom Lake. Folsom Lake is visited by 1.3 million visitors a year. Full details in the Telegraph.
posted January 10, 2004
MyFolsom.Com to Release Version 3.0
We'll be making some changes over the weekend - for the better (we hope)! On Monday, you'll be able to view MyFolsom.Com 3.0. We've changed our layout a little bit, improving site navigation, adding a splash of color, and even giving you a long-needed search feature. Check out the press release and see for yourself on Monday!
* See how we've changed!
The Wayback Machine: MyFolsom.Com 1.0 / MyFolsom 2.0
posted January 09, 2004
Sibley Street May Close
Folsom residents are growing weary of traffic impacts of the dam road closure. The latest area that has been impacted is Sibley Street. A plan is underway to close Sibley Street north of Lembi Drive. What is unclear however, is where the traffic will flow to following the closure. Diverting traffic to other residential areas is not the intention, however it is obvious it may be unavoidable. More in the Bee.
* Discuss this in the forumsLabels: Dam Road
posted January 08, 2004
Folsom Canal Hopes to Spring to Life
Ever heard of the Folsom South Canal? Chances are you haven't. This incomplete canal was originally created as a means to deliver water from Auburn Dam, and is now used only minimally. Neglected since the 1970s, it is now a 14-mile stretch from Lake Natoma to Sloughhouse Road, littered with weeds, trash, and is hard to access. The Bureau of Reclamation is now working with a bicycle advocate group in hopes of resurrecting this trail to its intended use. Full article in the Bee.
* About the Auburn Dam ProjectLabels: Dam Road, USBOR
posted January 05, 2004
What's in Store for 2004
Traffic improvements are on tap for the new year, some obvious, and some not so obvious. Some of the more prominent changes include widening Sibley Street from Blue Ravine to Glenn from 2 to 4 lanes, 3 new stoplights in Riley Street, as well as synchronizing traffic lights to enable faster traffic flow. Full details are in this week's Folsom Telegraph.
posted January 01, 2004
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