Folsom Magazine 2021-2022

FOLSOM
MAGAZINE
75 th
THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE BY THE GREATER FOLSOM PARTNERSHIP
ANNIVERSARY
EDITION
CHOOSE. VISIT. CONNECT.
New
Resident
Resource
Guide Inside!

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City of Folsom
FOLSOM
MAGAZINE
CHOOSE. VISIT. CONNECT.
Table of Contents
6 Becoming a Tech Hub
8 Folsom Trails
10 Expansion of Health Care
11 Folsom Non-profit
Organizations
13 South of 50
10 Fast Facts
15 Folsom’s Water
The Real Story
27 Sip on This
Foothill Wine Experience in
Folsom’s Backyard
42 Cristina Mendonsa
44 Can’t-Miss Community Events
46 Folsom’s Growing
Coffee Culture
48 Folsom Development Map
52 Meet Your Neighbors
WELCOME
TO FOLSOM
Resident Resource Guide
Your Guide to City Services,
Amenities, and Programs
29.
Folsom
Resident
Resource
Guide
16 Discovering Folsom
On a Stand-up Paddleboard
19 Granite Grammar School
56 All About Education
63 Bridging the Past and Present
of Folsom’s Transportation
21 75 Facts About Folsom
64 Riding Green in Folsom
Cover photo taken by Tom Gomes
@tomgomesphotographer
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WELCOME TO
FOLSOM!
Photos by Menka Belgal.
Joseph P. Gagliardi
CEO - Greater Folsom
Partnership
Mary Ann McAlea
Senior Vice President
DIVISIONS
Jennifer Cliff
Director of Marketing
& Communications
Lisa Lorraine,
Megan Murphy
Marketing &
Communications
Shannon Robb,
Sherri Merrick
Business Development
Nancy Christeson
Visitor Center
Jennifer Jiminez
Accounting
Colleen Schwietert
Executive Assistant
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We are celebrating a landmark anniversary
in Folsom – 75 years for the Folsom Chamber
of Commerce and the City of Folsom. This
commemorative issue of the magazine
captures the essence of Folsom – the spirt
of community that defines our city. New to
this magazine is a “New Resident Guide” as a
service from the City of Folsom. Folsom has
the ultimate blend of a thriving tech business
culture combined with an authentic “hometown” vibe. Consistently
ranked as one of the top cities in California to raise a family, Folsom
has top-rated schools, safe streets and an abundance of outdoor
recreation as well as new housing. Most of all, Folsom has a strong
business climate which supports the outstanding quality of life that is
our calling card.
The Greater Folsom Partnership (which includes the Folsom
Chamber, Visit Folsom and Choose Folsom) is what it is today thanks
to the many who have come before. Past and present leaders,
volunteers, and members have shaped our organization. The past
75 years have been a good start, but there are lots more to do as we
look forward to the opportunities ahead in the decades to come.
Joe Gagliardi, CEO
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Becoming a
Tech HubBy Julie Ryan
If you build it, they will come. That was true in the movie Field of Dreams, and it’s true in
Folsom. The Folsom area has become a tech mecca—from companies like Intel and Micron to
PowerSchool and brand-new startups. The city has a dynamic partnership with the Greater
Sacramento Economic Council, which is bringing even more livelihood to the area. They
foresee a 7% job growth in the tech industry in our area in the next five years.
Folsom is in the right place geographically to
continue to build a network of tech careers.
There’s enough land available to remain
on this path for some time. A large part of
the area’s appeal is the quality of life that
comes with it. You’re always a step away
from restaurants, nightlife, and recreation.
That’s a huge draw—not only for businesses
but for employees, too. Folsom offers just
about anything on a wish list: biking to work,
walking to lunch, and family outings aplenty.
There’s a reason Folsom continuously makes
“Best Places to Live” lists.
In the early 1980s, Intel laid the foundation
for what they are today. What started as a
small building in the middle of a large field has
turned into seven buildings spread over 1.5
million square feet. As one of Intel’s largest
sites, they employ over 6,000 people and still
have room to grow. The campus hosts mainly
research and development operations, where
they create and test chips and chipsets. The
company also does their best to be ecofriendly
by promoting things like biking to
work, rideshare programs, and incentives for
using light rail and buses—all to help improve
air quality and reduce our carbon footprint.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
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Many of Micron’s Folsom employees
were originally part of the Intel
campus. Micron ventured out on
its own in 2008 and remains in
Folsom with around 500 employees.
They focus on memory solutions
and storage systems and are one
of a few companies in the world
to manufacture DRAM memory
chips. They are “committed to the
protection of the environment,
including pollution prevention, and
providing an incident and injury-free
workplace for their team members,
contractors and visitors.” Micron
also believes in giving back. They
donate to charities worldwide and
their employees connect with the
“
community by donating and volunteering.
Folsom-based PowerSchool has continued
to grow since its start. They are now publicly
traded on the New York Stock Exchange and
the largest education software for grades
K-12 with plans for continued growth in
Folsom. They started as “the first webbased
student information system, through
industry-changing user interface and
mobile apps, to their Student Information
Systems and Unified Classroom platform.”
PowerSchool also believes in supporting
those who want to become teachers by
providing grants to students to help with
teacher certification.
Inductive Automation has been in the tech
industry for over 18 years and makes their
home in Folsom. CEO, President, and Founder
Steve Hechtman says their company comes
down to three words: The new SCADA.
(Supervisory control and data acquisition)
Their impressive client list includes Shell,
Coca-Cola, Starbucks, Sierra Nevada, and
more.
What started out
small, but with big
dreams and ideas,
has flourished into
something greater...
and was originally part of the Granite School
District. It eventually went on to become
part of the Folsom Cordova Unified School
District and is now owned by nonprofit
FEDCorp (Folsom Community Development
Cooperation). They’re dedicated to giving
people a place to collaborate and launch their
ideas into businesses; to that end, their goal is
“is to become a hub that supports the growth
of businesses in our community.”
Granite City Coworking offers a space to
meet, plan, and create as well. From coworking
spaces that you can rent a few days
a week to private offices, it’s a location that’s
ready for the next startup. Bike trails and
light rail are both nearby, adding ease to a
commute.
Office Evolution provides is also
an area for hopeful start-up
companies. Their accommodations
include private offices, conference
rooms, and even fully furnished
spaces. Amenities consist of free
parking and a fitness center; plus,
they’re within walking distance of
restaurants, parks, and trails.
Folsom is proud of what they’ve
“
accomplished with their tech hub.
What started out small, but with big
dreams and ideas, has flourished
into something greater, and they’re
not letting up any time soon. They
attract many people from the Bay
Area who are looking for more
opportunities and a place to raise a family.
There are enough employers and more on
the rise, so jobs are available. Housing is
affordable, too, which attracts people as well.
Another trend Folsom is embracing is the
change of career mid-life. A lot of people
are turning to tech as new career paths.
Whether they’ve lost their job or just need a
change, tech is a growing industry for all age
groups and stages of life. The city continues
to grow and provide opportunities for jobs
and a way of life for families, couples, and
singles. The tech industry is opening doors
for anyone who has the desire to join, and
Folsom is prepared and excited for the
growth to come.
Photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.
Another tech company making its mark in
Folsom is Kioxia America, Inc. (formerly
Toshiba). Although relatively small with about
50 employees, they’re still a leader in their
field of electronics manufacturing. They’re
known for the invention of flash memory, and
they continue to create and develop cuttingedge
memory solutions.
In addition to the well-known companies
that reside in this area, there are also lesserknown
hopefuls looking for their spoke in the
tech hub. Folsom boasts an innovative setting
that gives startups a place to, well, start up.
Granite Grammar School was built in 1915
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Johnny Cash Bridge
FolsomTrails
Rides Not to Miss
By Kris Keables
Need to try out that new electric bike?
Or are you an experienced peddler
looking for new experiences? With
50+miles of beautiful cycling trails linking
to the famed American River Parkway
trail system, it’s obvious Folsom is a true
destination for cycling enthusiasts.
(Hint: there are both electric and regular bike
rentals available at different access points to the
trail!)
While wandering these scenic pathways is
a fun way to explore, we went to our trail
expert Jim Konopka (designer of many
Folsom’s trails) to suggest some special rides.
Touring Route:
Humbug-Willow Creek (HBWC) Trail wanders
through the oaks along two scenic creeks.
Start at the Glenn Drive light rail station and
head northeast along the HBWC trail. At the
point where the trail goes under Blue Ravine
Road and Riley Street, stay to the right and
continue along the Willow Creek Trail. At
Oak Ave Parkway, make a left turn and follow
the sidewalk until you cross Creekside Drive.
Follow the trail as it wraps around the front
of Cummings Family Park. Follow the trail
southwest, make a right turn onto a wood
bridge across the creek. A left turn from the
bridge will bring you back to the starting point at the Glenn Drive
Light rail station. Along this section of the trail, you will cross East
Bidwell Street on a 180-foot-long bridge and then you will cross
over the meandering wood 300-foot-long Jim Konopka bridge – a
fantastic example of the power of volunteers!
FAMILY RIDE:
There is a an easy 5-mile loop trail in Empire Ranch that meanders
through the open space areas in the community. The best place to
start is at Nisenan Community Park. The trail crosses at the front of
the park. From the park, make a right turn onto the trail and you can
follow the trail for 5 miles and returns you to the starting point at
Nisenan Park. Families will enjoy this very scenic trail as it is mostly
flat with some rolling hills.
COUPLES TRAIL:
There is no place quite like the Lake Natoma Waterfront Trail as it
has amazing lake and wildlife viewing. It is especially beautiful being
on this trail just before sunset. The starting point is just 300 feet
north of Karen’s Bakery (consider a patio breakfast/lunch before
your ride) in Historic Folsom. At the trailhead, follow the trail to the
right and continue to follow the trail as it meanders through an oak
woodland forest and then makes its way down the slope toward
the shoreline of Lake Natoma. Feel free to stop often to take in the
views of Lake Natoma, the Rainbow Bridge and the Lake Natoma
Crossing Bridge. There are benches along the way to rest. Continue
to follow the trail has it follows the shoreline and then continues up
the slope. Not to far off the trail is Out of Bounds Brewery where
you can stop for a pint, lunch and perhaps a game of corn hole or
bocce ball.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
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EXPANSION
By Julie Ryan
The expansion of health care in the Greater Folsom area
is ongoing. What began as a one-hospital town has grown
to several highly rated hospitals, with many other medical
offices, and plans to continue growing.
Dignity Health, Mercy Folsom, UC Davis,
Sutter Health, (and coming soon, Kaiser), are
all choices for local health care on a larger
scale. Dignity Health will be adding a 30-acre campus
and Kaiser has plans to build a campus here as well.
Dignity Health Mercy Hospital has served Folsom
and their residents for over 35 years. The hospital
has 106 licensed acute beds, provides surgical
services, offers a Family Birth Center, and is a
Certified Joint Commission Stroke Center. They’ve
won a multitude of awards including America’s
250 Best Hospitals, Critical Care Excellence
Award, Hospital C-Section Honor Roll, and Best
Maternity Care Hospitals 2020. Construction
begins in 2022 on a new 30-acre campus that will
house medical offices, urgent care, primary care,
OB/GYN, and other specialty services.
UC Davis Health in Folsom is the area’s only
academic health system, which allows them
to offer therapies and technology that other
hospitals might not practice yet. The hospital
has 646 licensed beds and provides primary
care, specialty care, and a comprehensive cancer
center. They’re also known for The Mind Institute,
which focuses on research and therapy for
children with autism, Down syndrome, fragile X
syndrome, and more. UC Davis Health in Folsom
is ranked Sacramento’s #1 hospital by U.S. News
and World Report and has also been recognized
for nine consecutive years as a leader in LGBTQ
Healthcare Equality.
Kaiser currently has medical offices in Folsom and
has plans to build a hospital in the coming years.
They’ve been recognized for customer loyalty, as a
Top-Rated Medicare plan in California, and as the
nation’s best at controlling high blood pressure.
StemExpress, located in Folsom, provides
Biospecimens to those in need. They specialize
in bone marrow, cord blood, diseased peripheral
blood, and more. What’s more, they help in
research and clinical studies all over the world.
Blue Shield of California is sited in El Dorado Hills.
They provide insurance, which in turn is used at
the above hospitals, doctor’s offices, and labs.
These companies complement each other and work
as a team to ensure the best assistance for their
patients and customers. As the health care industry
grows in Folsom, so does the economy. New health
care facilities spawn other businesses like labs,
pharmacies, and medical supply stores. The trickledown
effect brings in more jobs, so more homes will
need to be built, which in turn brings even more jobs.
Folsom is in the right place geographically to expand
in the health care industry. They have the space,
they’ve planned for the growth, and they’re here to
make Folsom the best place to live and work.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
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Folsom
Non-profit Organizations
By Kris Keables
A strong non-profit sector is key to a thriving
community. Folsom’s non-profits are diverse
in purpose but united in the goal of the city’s
success of being a shining star of the region.
Here are three of Folsom’s non-profits that
are community standouts.
WHO: FOLSOM’S HOPE
OUR MISSION: Folsom’s youth and families experiencing turmoil
and stress in their lives. We offer mentoring, encouraging, tutoring
and caring to students in need to help them thrive.
BACK STORY: In 2008, Executive Director Salwa Kasabian saw the
need first-hand when she enrolled her children at Theodore Judah
Elementary School.
DID YOU KNOW: To provide these services to an ever-growing
number of youth, the non-profit is raising funds to build a dedicated
center adjacent to the school.
Folsom’s Hope
1100 Blue Ravine Rd., Folsom
(916) 246-9978, Folsomhope.org
WHO: POWERHOUSE MINISTRIES
OUR MISSION: The Christian non-profit, Powerhouse Ministries has
helped people break the cycle of addiction, abuse and poverty while
offering inspiration and empowerment to enact change in their lives.
BACK STORY: Executive Director and Lead Pastor Nancy Atchley
says “From the very beginning nearly 30 years ago, I knew that
Powerhouse was to be a place that offers hope and help to people
trapped in crime, addiction, abuse, and poverty.”
DID YOU KNOW: 91% of the women who graduate from the
Women’s and Children’s Center, never return to a lifestyle of
addiction and abuse.
Powerhouse Ministries
311 Market St., Folsom
(916) 983-0658, Phmfolsom.org
Photos by Menka Belgal.
WHO: TWIN LAKES FOOD BANK
OUR MISSION: With the support of 15 area churches, the Twin
Lakes Food Bank fulfills its mission of “To be the hope in our
community by providing the basic needs of nutritious food and
social assistance with dignity and humility.”
BACK STORY: Formed as a community food bank in 1986, it has
become a vital resource to families and individuals in the region.
DID YOU KNOW: In 2012, a quarter acre urban garden was
established at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church across the street from the
food bank that produces thousands of pounds of fresh food each
year for food bank clients.
Twin Lakes Food Bank
327 Montrose Drive
(916) 985-6232, Twinlakesfoodbank.org
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10 Fast Facts
By Kris Keables
Photo courtesy of its respective company or organization.
• Full buildout of the area is projected to
take another 25 years. At buildout, the
area will have 11,000 single- and multifamily
homes, along with at least two
medical campuses, offices, retail, dining,
recreation and entertainment, and provide
an estimated 8,000 jobs.
• The first new school at Folsom Ranch,
Mangini Ranch Elementary School, will
open in August 2022.
• A 11.8-acre site adjacent to Mangini Ranch
Elementary School will be the first of more
than 140 acres of parks to be developed in
the area. It will include children’s play areas;
a lighted ball field; a dog park; a lighted
sports court with one tennis court and four
pickleball courts; a lighted full basketball
court; two lighted sand volleyball courts;
and open space with native and droughttolerant
plants.
• Planning is underway for a joint police
substation and fire station at the northwest
corner of Savannah Parkway and Westwood
Drive. The fire station, the first of two
planned in the area, will be the Folsom
Fire Department’s Station 34, according to
Chief Ken Cusano.
• Toll Brothers is selling homes at Regency
at Folsom Ranch, a luxurious new 303-acre
community of 919 homes for residents age
55 or older. The community will include an
18,000 square foot clubhouse with indoor
lap pool, outdoor heated pool, spa, fire
pits, prep kitchens, conference rooms, and
a state-of-the-art fitness center, as well as
pickleball, bocce ball, and two dog parks.
• St. Anton Communities is planning Mangini
Place, a $50 million, 152-unit workforce
living community at the northwest corner
of Mangini and Savannah Parkways in
Folsom Ranch. It is for people who earn 30
to 70 percent of the area median income.
• There are 30 miles of new bike and
nature trails planned, which will connect
to Folsom’s existing trail system, and 30
percent of the entire 3,520 acre site is set
aside as permanent open space.
• Construction has begun on the Capital
SouthEast Connector, a new transportation
corridor connecting Elk Grove and El
Dorado Hills. Together with Alder Creek
Parkway, two planned interchanges and an
overpass, these routes will help relive traffic
on Highway 50.
• The plan area features flexible commercial
zoning for corporate campuses that will
provide economic benefit and employment
opportunities to residents. This jobs/
housing balance helps reduce or eliminate
commutes and provides what community
leaders call “the gift of time” for residents.
• Construction is underway for the 34.5-acre
UC Davis Health Sciences Campus at the
southwest corner of Highway 50 and East
Bidwell Street, and Dignity Health Medical
Complex on 28 acres at the southeast
corner.
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• Our water rights entitle us to 34,000-acre
Photos by Menka Belgal.
Folsom’s
Water
The Real Story
It’s rare when the science and the data
exist in a way that allows someone to
make an uncompromising, declarative
statement about anything, but concerning
Folsom’s water supply, this is one of these
times. In short, Folsom has rights to all the
water it needs, today and at full buildout in
30 years.
To summarize the facts that allow
such a bold claim, a little data from the
Federal Bureau of Reclamation, Folsom’s
Department of Environmental Resources
and Water, and Folsom’s 2020 Urban Water
Management Plan:
By Bill Romanelli
• Folsom’s water rights date back to 1851,
making our city’s some of the most senior
and most enforceable rights in California
today. It’s sometimes said that if there was
only one drop of water in Folsom Lake,
Folsom would get it.
feet of Folsom Lake water every year
(about 11 billion gallons). On average, we
use 19,400-acre feet every year—about
57% of our entitlement. That consumption
rate is actually down 40% from 20 years
ago, despite the city’s growth. At full
buildout, the city will need 27,000-acre
feet annually.
• At full capacity, Folsom Lake holds just
under one million-acre feet of water. If
lake levels dropped to 15% of capacity in
a very severe drought, that leaves about
146,000-acre feet, or enough to last
Folsom another five years (assuming no
other uses, of course).
“Ever since 2009, when state law mandated
that water agencies across California reduce
per-capita water use 20% by 2020, we’ve
been working to meet and exceed that
standard,” says Marcus Yasutake, director
of Folsom’s Environmental and Water
Resources. “That’s not to suggest anyone
should stop water conservation efforts, but
we have been very successful at reducing our
water consumption.”
Efforts began with a comprehensive,
citywide leak and loss prevention program,
now repeated every three years, to make
sure water stays in the pipes. In 2013,
the city moved to a metering program,
which inherently drove down usage, and in
recent years the departure of Aerojet has
substantially reduced needs for water from
the Willow Hill Reservoir behind Folsom High
School.
Moving forward, all new homes and
development are governed by California’s
Green Plumbing Code standards, which
require water efficient appliances, smart
irrigation systems, and a host of other
innovative, water-saving technologies. This
past September, Folsom’s City Council also
approved a “Cash for Grass” program, which
pay’s homeowners up to $2,000 to replace
their front lawns with drought-resistant
plants and landscaping.
“Folsom has a very thoughtful and effective
strategy on managing our water, and I would
emphasize that in addition to ensuring the
quantity of water the city needs, we’re also
focused on the quality of that water,” says
Joe Gagliardi, president and CEO of the
Greater Folsom Partnership. “Companies like
Gekkeikan Sake and Kikkoman researched a
lot of communities, but they chose Folsom
because of our quality and reliability of our
water supply.”
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With more than 50 miles of paved trails,
48 public parks, 1,000-plus acres of open
space, and two lakes, Folsom is a mecca for
nature enthusiasts. One outdoor activity, in
particular, has been getting more residents and
visitors out on Folsom’s beautiful waters: stand-up
paddleboarding. “I love stand-up paddleboarding
because I’m able to enjoy the areas that I normally
explore on foot on the water,” says Elina Sushchik,
who paddleboards two to three times a week in
the summer months.
A
handful of access points and options to rent equipment make
stand-up paddleboarding on Folsom Lake and Lake Natoma
accessible to all. “There are so many great local spots, and I
always have a hard time choosing, as all offer something quite special,”
says Sushchik.
Lake Natoma is a scenic five-mile stretch of water with 500 acres
of surface water gathered by the Nimbus Dam. The lake’s five-mileper-hour
speed limit for motorized crafts ensures calm waters for
paddleboarders and kayakers exploring its coves and still water
channels. Paddlers enjoy stopping for breaks at the lake’s small islands
and spotting wildlife, like black-tailed deer, along the shore. The lake
flows from Folsom Lake to Nimbus Dam, right up past Rainbow Bridge.
Discovering
Folsom
on a Stand-up
Paddleboard
“
Quintessential
By Nelly Kislyanka
California
views and
native wildlife
“
There are four launching points along Lake Natoma, three offering
paddleboard rentals, for adventurers wanting to enjoy the sport.
Sacramento State Aquatic Center, open to the public, is a full-scale
aquatics facility at the top of the Nimbus Dam offering equipment
rentals and a launching dock. Adjacent to the aquatic center, Nimbus
Flat State Recreational Area doesn’t offer rentals but provides a paved
ramp and sandy shoreline to launch your own paddleboard from.
Further upstream, rent a board at the Willow Creek Recreation Area
and send off from your choice of the paved ramp, dock, or dirt inlet.
Negro Bar State Recreation Area is the access point furthest upstream
Lake Natoma. This area has a large paddleboarding community, says
Sushchik. Not only can you connect with fellow adventurers here, but
you can also rent equipment at the beach. With board underarm, head
to the paved launch ramp with dock to get on the water.
Folsom Lake has been a favorite destination for Folsom and
surrounding communities since the mid-1950s. Quintessential
California views and native wildlife draw stand-up paddleboarders to
this reservoir. To paddle Folsom Lake with your own board, Folsom
Point Ramp has a launching ramp and dock. You can also launch from
the sandy shores of Beal’s Point Recreational Area. No board? The
Snack Bar, situated above the beach, at Beal’s Point rents them out.
Whether you’re floating underneath the picturesque arches of
Rainbow Bridge soaring above Lake Natoma or challenging yourself
on prized Folsom Lake, stand-up paddleboarding connects you to
Folsom’s greatest assets: a fun community and natural beauty.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
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WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER.
At Kaiser Permanente, we don’t see health as an industry. We see it as a cause. And one that we
very much believe in. During this extraordinary time we are especially thankful to the heroism
of our frontline workers. And, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to all of our
outstanding care teams and individuals who deliver on the Kaiser Permanente mission each
day to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. We are here to help
you thrive. Learn more at kp.org.
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SHOP . DINE . PLAY

Granite Grammar School
Education to Innovation By Julie Ryan
Granite Grammar School is a historic gem located on Mormon
Street in Folsom. Built in 1915, it was part of the Granite School
District and was considered a prototype of how schools would
look in the future. Instead of a one-room schoolhouse, the school had
several classrooms, as well as a library, offices, and an auditorium. It also had
a unique layout. In addition to several rooms, the building was shaped like
an “E,” which provided more sunlight and better ventilation and was a first
for schools in the area. The classrooms were on the sides, while the offices
and auditorium were in the center. The architects, George C. Sellon and
Alden W. Campbell were ahead of their time with the design. The walkways
could be opened in nice weather and closed in cold weather. And they had
a system that freshened the air inside six times an hour. Sellon was the first
state architect of California and built many notable structures, including
some on the National Register of Historic Places, including Granite School.
Unfortunately, the building could no longer be used as a school after 1966,
due to earthquake standards, so they made some improvements and used it
for other school-related needs like offices and storage. In 2013, the building
was used by a group who used it as a place for tech-based entrepreneurs
to get together with like-minded people. Later, they were offered a place to
relocate in Sacramento, so the Folsom Economic Development Corporation
(FEDCorp) leased part of the building for a while before purchasing it in
December of 2020.
FEDCorp is a nonprofit organization with the
goal of helping expand businesses in Folsom.
They’re utilizing the building as a place for
people to collaborate with others in the same
mindset. It’s a place of vision, helping others
with startups. Support services are also
available to those who want it. They have eight
classrooms, an auditorium for meetings, and
plenty of space to create new businesses—all
while maintaining the history of Granite School.
It will be kept in great condition and remain in
use.
FEDCorp has already seen some of their
tenants move on. Their startups have turned
into enterprises. And that’s the goal of providing
this space to entrepreneurs. They want you
to succeed and eventually move on to bigger
things.
The perfect location of the building puts you in
walking distance to restaurants, light rail, Lake
Natoma, Granite Park, and Historic Folsom. It
also puts you in the middle of the tech hub that
is Folsom.
The city continues to grow as a leader in the
tech industry and FEDCorp wants to keep it
going in that direction by giving startups a place
to start.
Photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.
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Facts About
Folsom
Folsom
Compiled
by
Chamber Staff
As Folsom celebrates 75 years as a city, it’s only fitting that we share 75
fun facts about Folsom including its history, community and some special
treasures!
Get wet! Two lakes
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Swimming for toddlers
and a river! | to grandmas at the
Folsom Aquatic Center.
Interesting coves to
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explore on kayaks,
SUPS in the calm waters
of Lake Natoma.
Watch a fabulous sunset
from your jet ski on
Folsom Lake.
Camp on your boat!
Motor into a cool cove
and throw out that anchor!
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Pack a picnic dinner and
head to one of six
beaches in your Folsom
backyard.
The BEST water for
collegiate rowers on
Lake Natoma!
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50+ miles of Class
A bike trails plus
mountain biking
and walking trails.
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Challenging
Get on the trails and never see
a car—bliss!
Nearly every home in Folsom
sits within a half-mile radius
of a park.
The Johnny Cash trail
pays tribute to the
Man in Black.
Parkland-style golf is at the
Empire Ranch Golf Club.
Folsom has 2,00+ acres of
open space.
Two parks have fun water
features including fountains
for keeping cool.
The new area around Folsom
Ranch will feature 30+miles
of paths and trails.
Folsom Kids Play Park has
unique play equipment such
as a wiggling rubber bridge.
OHV enthusiasts test their
skills at Prairie City PHV
State Park
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Pitch a tent or bring
the RV (full hookups) to
Beal’s Point State Park
on Folsom Lake.
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The Folsom Cricket
League is thriving.
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Folsom’s official Holiday
Tree is in the middle of
the skating rink
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Historic Folsom’s
Hometown Parade
is all about the red,
white & blue!
mountain bike trails
surround Folsom Lake.
anyone? Econome Park
offers play on both synthetic and
natural fields
20Lacrosse
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A professionally
designed BMX course
and a fun skate park
are in Cummings
Family Park.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
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Celebrate July 4th at
the Folsom Pro Rodeo
– a 60-year family
tradition!
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97%
of Folsom
households have
a computer.
Rodeo photo by Menka Belgal. Other photo courtesy of its respective company or organization.
Fresh produce year around
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Farmer’s Market.
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Elite runners start the
| prestigious California
International Marathon
here in December.
Pumpkins!! Zittel
Farms – Folsom’s
only family farm
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Celebrate the summer at FREE
concerts held throughout the
community!
Intel inspired Folsom’s tech
revolution.
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All aboard the ONLY
12-gauge railroad in the
nation in the Folsom Lions
City Park.
Learn the rescue stories
at the unique Folsom Zoo
Sanctuary.
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Powerhouse
52 years strong, the Historic
Folsom Christmas Craft Fair
features 200 artisan crafters.
Theater LIVES at the Sutter
Street Theater and the Harris
Center for the Arts at Folsom
Lake College.
The Red Bus Brewery creates
BREW here!
Pub is the oldest
continuing nightclub
music venue in the
Sacramento area.
Two 350- year-old Japanese
companies located here because
our outstanding water quality.
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Pet a stingray and experience a land
and sea adventure at SeaQuest Folsom.
Pines or surf – 1.5
hrs to South Lake
Tahoe OR 2 hrs to
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Folsom’s home values
appreciated 134.6% between
2000 – 2021.
Award-winning vineyards
produce signature wines a short
drive away.
10,000 students take advantage
of Folsom Lake College’s
coordination with area industries
to offer courses for careers of
the future.
DownBeat Magazine awarded
the Folsom High School Jazz
Band and Jazz Choir as Best in
the Nation!
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Five fire stations
staffed 24hrs a day,
provide emergency
assistance.
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Sacramento
Regional Transit
has its terminus in
Historic Folsom.
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The median age in
Folsom is 40.7 and
51 percent of the
community has a
bachelor’s degree or
higher
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A luxury 55 and
older Toll Brothers
community is under
construction in
Folsom Ranch.
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Folsom High School
football team has
a decade of league
dominance and four
state titles.
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Eight name-brand
hotels including
some extended stay
and pet-friendly,
offer quality
lodging.
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104-year-old
Granite School is
evolving into an
innovative tech
hub.
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The 1946
rallying cry for
incorporation
was policing the
“unsavory” workers
at Folsom Dam.
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Folsom
Powerhouse was
the first to generate
long-distance
transmission of
power.
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The first Folsom
subdivisions in
the 1950s were
for those working
on the Apollo
Space Program at
Aerojet
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On February 12,
1962, the last dredge
in Folsom, Natoma
No. 6 was shut down
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Miners from
various origins
has their legacy
reflected in
historic names
Mormon Island,
China Bar and
Negro Bar State
Park.
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Folsom has a
sister city - Italy’s
Crespano del Grappa
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Folsom Telegraph
(1856) is the fourth
oldest weekly
newspaper in
California.
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Emma Spence ran
a boarding house
offering female
company for 30
years until it was
finally shut down in
1950s.
Folsom Hotel was
opened in 1880 and
is rumored to be
haunted
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The Folsom Prison
Museum has
one of the most
international guest
books in the region
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Notable Folsom
family names are
recognized on the
city’s street signs
including WWII
veterans.
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Folsom’s iconic
Rainbow Bridge
celebrated its
100th birthday in
2019
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More than $125
million in gold was
dredged in Folsom.
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The Railroad
Turntable on
Sutter Street is
a replica of an
original which
turned the railroad
engine around
to head back to
Sacramento.
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In 1968, Cash sang his 1955 hit
“Folsom Prison Blues” to
an enthusiastic inmate crowd.
When the blacksmith forge is
roaring, the Pioneer Village in
Historic Folsom is open
Gold Rush miners
established the need for a
railroad from Sacramento
to Folsom.
Folsom’s Veterans Memorial
has distinct elements - a flag
court, granite rock of names, an
eagle, a young scout dog handler
and a grieving woman.
Folsom Handcar Races has the
only known quadripede race in
the world.
Folsom’s Sutter Street was part
of the original route of Hwy 50
From July 1860 to July 1861,
Folsom was on the route of the
Pony Express.
The Railroad Turntable on Sutter
Street is a replica of an original
which turned the railroad engine
around to head back to
Sacramento.
Folsom is named for Joseph
Libbey Folsom who purchased
Rancho Rio de los Americanos
from the heirs of San Francisco
merchant William Alexander
Leidesdorff, and laid out the
town called Granite City, mostly
occupied by gold miners seeking
their fortune in the Sierra
Nevada foothills.
Johnny Cash was never a
66Folsom Prison inmate.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
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Sip
On
This
Foothill Wine
Experience in Folsom’s
Backyard
by Kourtney Jason
Photo by Menka Belgal.
The emerging wineries in the Sierra Foothills offer a perfect
afternoon outing for Folsom residents and visitors. The boutique
wineries feature beautiful vistas as a backdrop for personal
chats with winemakers. This region already boasts many firstclass
outdoor adventure experiences from mountain biking to
white water rafting and kayaking. “It is a fabulous itinerary
for a Gold Country getaway weekend” commented Mary Ann
McAlea with Visit Folsom. “A relaxing wine tasting experience
with friends followed by a farm to table dining experience in the
Sierra Foothills is the ultimate California itinerary!”
Recognizing the opportunity that this
growing industry represents for the
regional economy, Joe Gagliardi,
CEO of the Greater Folsom Partnership and
Mike Owens, president & CEO of Crystal Basin
Cellars put together an inaugural Foothill Wine
Competition in May 2020. The competition
was open to wines bearing labels from any
District 10 county, including Amador, Calaveras,
El Dorado, Mariposa, Nevada, Placer, and
Tuolumne. Judges, which included media,
sommeliers, and wine buyers from throughout
California and Nevada, awarded five “Best in
Show” winners.
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To further celebrate these award-winning wines and the
winemakers who created them, a new local event, the
Foothill Wine Fest has been added to the calendar. Over
50 wineries will be sampling their fabulous varietals at
the Palladio in Folsom. Event organizers plan to make
this an annual event to showcase the exciting products
coming from the Sierra Foothills.
April 2022. The events will be held within a three-week
period of each other.
“These local wineries are small, and they could sell out of
their award-winning wines,” Schwietert says. “We want
to have the Gold medal winners available for the public
event.”
The goal of the upcoming wine fest is to educate the
local community about the incredible quality of the
product and the great variety of choices available to
consumers. Event coordinators are excited to get the
local wines out in front of local consumers right in time
for the holidays.
“People don’t know all the regions,” says Competition
Coordinator Coleen Schwietert. “They might lump
Amador and El Dorado together, but there are many
different wine areas within one big region. We hope
these events are a gateway to new fans for the foothill
wines and will create respect and appreciation
for this local product.”
The response to this year’s events has
been so positive that the planning
team is already working on the
competition and festival for next
year, taking place in March and
Foothill
Wine Fest
Taste from
Award Winning
Wineries!
El Dorado Winery Association Executive Director Kara
Sather encourages residents to take time to explore the
local regions on their own. Sather encourages shopping
local, even when it comes to wine, and notes that you can
visit the local wineries year-round, though some are open
just on weekends and offer tastings by reservation only.
She suggests visiting eldoradowines.org to get a list of local
wineries and business information.
When considering going wine tasting, Sather says to
look in your own backyard. “The regions here produce
absolutely fabulous wine that wins both national and
international competitions,” she says. “I love the passion
that everyone has here. There’s a real sense of
pride and spirit amongst all the wineries and
winemakers. There’s pride in the history
of the region, the terroir, and the natural
environment in which wine is produced,
including the soil types, elevation, and
what goes into the fruit.”
Foothill Wine Fest
WINNERS
Amador Cellars 2016
Tempranillo
Best of Show-Red;
Amador County region
diVittorio 2005 Merlot Port
Best of Show-Dessert;
El Dorado County region
Element 79 Vineyards 2019
Abby’s Rose
Best of Show-Rosé;
El Dorado and Fair Play region
Gwinllan Estate 2018 Brut
Best of Show-Sparking Wine;
Fair Play region
Skinner Vineyards & Winery
2020 Grenache Blanc
Best of Show-White;
El Dorado region
The 2020 Skinner Grenache
Blanc was awarded the
most points and praised for
its varietal purity, pristine
balance, overall deliciousness,
and fun-to-drink factor.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
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WELCOME
TO FOLSOM
Your Guide to City Services,
Amenities, and Programs
City of Folsom
Resident Resource Guide

City of Folsom
Resident Resource Guide
ABOUT THE
CITY OF FOLSOM
Incorporated in 1946, the City of Folsom is renowned for its
highly ranked schools, low crime rate, strong employer base,
natural amenities, and abundant recreational opportunities—plus
outstanding shopping, dining, and entertainment options. We are
a full-service city, providing a wide range of quality programs,
services, and amenities to our residents. Excellence is our
priority. City staff provides exceptional customer service and rolls
out the welcome mat for our residents, businesses, and visitors.
DIRECTORY
CITY HALL
50 Natoma Street, Folsom CA 95630
916-461-6000
www.folsom.ca.us
Hours of Operation:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
CITY COUNCIL
The Folsom City Council is dedicated to ensuring Folsom’s high
standards for public health, safety, and quality of life. With an eye to
the long-term, they guide the direction of the city as careful stewards
for the residents and businesses of Folsom. Folsom’s Charter
establishes the Folsom City Council as five members elected by
the voters of the city.
City Council meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. on the
second and fourth Tuesdays each month at City Hall.
For more information on how to watch and participate,
visit www.folsom.ca.us/CouncilMeetings.
BUDGET
The city’s budget contains revenue and expenditure summaries and
the capital improvement plan for each fiscal year. The city budget
has two main sections: the operating budget, which covers the
day-to-day work of the city, like police and fire services, library,
parks and recreation, and other core services; and the capital
improvement plan, which covers major construction projects.
To view the annual city budget, visit: www.folsom.ca.us/Budget.
CONTACT US
City Attorney: 916-461-6025
www.folsom.ca.us/CityAttorney
City Clerk: 916-461-6035
www.folsom.ca.us/CityClerk
City Manager: 916-461-6010
www.folsom.ca.us/CityManager
Communications: 916-461-6013
www.folsom.ca.us/Communications
Community Development: 916-461-6200
www.folsom.ca.us/CommunityDevelopment
Building Permit Center: 916-461-6201
www.folsom.ca.us/BuildingPermits
Planning Counter: 916-461-6202
www.folsom.ca.us/Planning
Environmental and Water Resources:
916-461-6162
www.folsom.ca.us/EWR
Finance: 916-461-6080
www.folsom.ca.us/Finance
Human Resources: 916-461-6050
www.folsom.ca.us/HR
Parks & Recreation: 916-461-6601
www.folsom.ca.us/ParksandRec
Facility and Park Rentals: 916-461-6620
www.folsom.ca.us/Rentals
Public Works: 916-461-6702
www.folsom.ca.us/PublicWorks
Utility Billing: 916-461-6101
www.folsom.ca.us/UtilityBilling

UTILITIES AND SERVICES
PAY MY UTILITY BILL
There are several ways to pay your utility bill—including online billing, your bank’s bill pay service, by mail,
by phone, the red drop box in front of City Hall, and in person. For more information, visit www.folsom.ca.us/UtilityBilling.
WATER
LAWN WATERING
The City of Folsom encourages all residents and
businesses to use water efficiently. The current Water
Conservation Stage and details on all stages can be found
at www.folsom.ca.us/WaterConservationStage.
CALL BEFORE YOU DIG
Property owners are required to have underground utilities
located before doing any digging. Always call 811 before
you start any digging project—from planting trees to
swimming pool installations. Learn about this free service
at www.usanorth811.org.
WATER-SAVING INFORMATION
The City of Folsom utilizes applications that allow residents
to have quick access to personal water use information,
which helps identify water leaks and achieve water-saving
goals. Visit www.folsom.ca.us/WaterConservation for
more information.
WATER-WISE HOUSE CALLS
The City of Folsom offers water customers free Water-
Wise House Calls. A city water conservation specialist
will run your sprinkler system, evaluate its efficiency,
and help you determine an effective watering schedule.
To schedule your Water-Wise House Call, contact the
Water Conservation Division at 916-461-6177 or visit
www.folsom.ca.us/WaterWiseHouseCall.
REBATES
Rebates are available to help you save water and money!
Learn more about what rebate programs the city has to
offer at www.folsom.ca.us/Rebates.
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City of Folsom
Resident Resource Guide
STREET SWEEPING
The Streets Maintenance Division provides street sweeping
to 420 curb miles of city streets and roadways biannually.
RECYCLING & WASTE
WASTE COLLECTION TOOLS
Get your collection schedule, look up the best disposal
options for an item, or schedule a household hazardous or
bulky waste pickup at www.folsom.ca.us/WasteCollection
or by using our Folsom Waste Collection app on your
mobile device.
BULKY WASTE
PICKUP
We can help you dispose
of bulky items that do
not fit in your curbside
cans. Single-family
households may schedule up to three Bulky Waste Pickup
appointments each year.
TRASH CAN REPLACEMENT
The City of Folsom replaces cans damaged due to normal
wear and tear at no charge. To request a replacement
can, visit www.folsom.ca.us/CanReplacements.
ARBORIST
Folsom is home to a lush, urban forest—a hallmark of
our city that offers tremendous economic, health, and
environmental benefits. Trees increase property values,
enhance the vitality of business areas, provide shade,
clean our air, and beautify the community. The City of
Folsom employs a City Arborist to oversee the planning,
care, and management of an attractive, environmentally
appropriate, and sustainable urban forest within our city.
Resources are also available to help residents find the right
tree for a property. Learn more at www.folsom.ca.us/Arborist.
VACATION CHECKS
Folsom residents may request complimentary vacation
checks for your home. Vacation checks are offered by the
Folsom Police Department and Citizens Assisting Public
Safety (CAPS). Simply complete an application at least
three business days before your departure date at
www.folsom.ca.us/VacationChecks.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) operates
public transportation routes within the city, including a lightrail
public transit with three stops in Folsom and a complete
bus service. Visit the SacRT website at www.sacrt.com/
apps/folsom for full details, routes, schedules, and fares.
EXTRA SERVICE
If you have more trash, recyclables, or organic waste than
fits in the containers at your home, the city has additional
or larger containers available. For occasional extra
material, the City can schedule additional pickups upon
request. For fee information or to request service, visit
www.folsom.ca.us/ResidentialWaste.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
Hazardous waste is any gas, liquid, or solid used in the
home labeled with the words caution, warning, danger,
poison, toxic, flammable, corrosive, or reactive. These
items pose a health threat to people, animals, and the
environment due to their chemical nature. Remember,
never place household hazardous waste products in a
trash or recycling bin, toilet, sink, or storm drain. Learn
how to identify household hazardous waste and
schedule a pickup at www.folsom.ca.us/IdentifyHHW.
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PUBLIC SAFETY
FOR EMERGENCIES, CALL 9-1-1
NON-EMERGENCY LINE: 916-461-6400, option 1
POLICE
The Folsom Police Department prides itself on building
proactive community partnerships and providing a high
level of service. The dedication of the men and women
of the Folsom Police Department and the support of our
community contribute to Folsom’s ranking as one of the
safest cities in the U.S.
DEPARTMENT LOCATION: 46 Natoma Street
CRIME MAP
The Community Crime Map provides Folsom Police crime
reports on an interactive map. Visit www.folsom.ca.us/
CrimeMap for more information.
REGISTER YOUR SECURITY CAMERAS
Home security cameras may capture valuable information
if a crime is committed in your neighborhood. Registering
your surveillance cameras with the Folsom Police
Department allows the department to know who in the
neighborhood may have video if a crime is committed
nearby. Learn more at www.folsom.ca.us/SecurityCamera.
ALARM PERMIT
Alarm permits are required for all residences with a
functioning alarm system. For more information on how to
apply for a house alarm permit, visit
www.folsom.ca.us/AlarmPermit.
ANIMAL SERVICES
The Animal Services team is committed to providing
exceptional service to Folsom’s four-legged community
members and their owners. Services include: licensing your
pet, addressing barking dog complaints, and reuniting lost
or missing pets with their families. Visit www.folsom.ca.us/
AnimalServices for additional information.
AUTISM AND DEMENTIA ASSISTANCE
The Folsom Police Department offers resources to assist
families and caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s,
dementia, Down syndrome, autism, and other intellectual
and developmental disabilities. The various programs
provide assistance to help locate individuals who may
wander from home and become lost or confused, or have
difficulty communicating with first responders. Visit
www.folsom.ca.us/AutismDementiaAssistance for details.
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City of Folsom
Resident Resource Guide
CODE ENFORCEMENT
The Code Enforcement Division responds to complaints,
investigates violations, and obtains compliance with
the Folsom Municipal Code. The Code Enforcement
Division is available to receive reports of hazards and
concerns, including abandoned or inoperable vehicles,
property maintenance issues, graffiti, illegal construction
or occupancy, and more. Contact Code Enforcement
Services at 916-461-6227 or visit www.folsom.ca.us/
CodeEnforcement.
HOW TO REPORT AN INCIDENT
FIRE
Established in 1857, the Folsom Fire Department is a
full-service fire department, providing a wide range of
programs, including emergency medical services, fire
suppression, water and technical rescue, hazardous
materials response, fire and life safety enforcement,
and public education to the community.
SEECLICKFIX FOLSOM
Report non-emergency community issues with SeeClickFix
Folsom. Submit and track non-emergency service requests
through an online and mobile platform. Report issues such as:
• Abandoned Vehicles
• Graffiti
• Illegal Dumping
• Litter or Debris
• Potholes
• Streetlights Not Working
• Damaged/Downed
Traffic or Street Signs
• Water Leaks
• Sanitary Sewer Issues
ADMINISTRATION: 916-461-6300
Station 35: 535 Glenn Drive
Station 36: 9700 Oak Avenue Parkway
Station 37: 70 Clarksville Road
Station 38: 1300 Blue Ravine Road
Station 39: 2139 Ritchie Street
SANDBAG CENTERS
Location 1: 48 Natoma Street (Next to City Hall,
behind the Folsom Senior & Art Center)
Location 2: 9700 Oak Avenue Parkway (West of
Fire Station 36 along the Hinkle Creek bike trail)
The Folsom Fire Department offers a variety of
programs and services to residents, including Vial of
Life, car seat installations, life jacket loan program,
sharps disposal program, and sandbag centers.
Information on these programs can be found at
www.folsom.ca.us/FireServices.
TO REPORT ALL NON-EMERGENCY ISSUES, such as
crimes that previously occurred or traffic accidents with no
injuries, call 916-461-6400, option 1.
REPORT NON-EMERGENCY STORM-RELATED
HAZARDS to the city, such as localized flooding, fallen
trees or limbs, and clogged storm drains by calling
916-461-6722.
TRAFFIC SIGNALS OR STREET LIGHTS OUT and street
signs down can be reported by calling 916-461-6702.
IF YOU NOTICE A WATER LEAK OR SEWER SPILL
anywhere in Folsom on residential, commercial, public,
or private property, call 916-461-6177 during normal
business hours (7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.). For water or sewer
emergencies after business hours, call 916-461-6400.
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THINGS TO DO
Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure, family fun, or premier dining, shopping, arts, and
entertainment, you’ll find it in Folsom. You’ll also find smiling, friendly faces and a variety of unique
attractions nestled within stunning scenery. Get ready to have some fun and explore Folsom.
Folsom is located 20 miles east of Sacramento. The city is only two hours’ drive from the San Francisco
Bay Area and 90 minutes from beautiful South Lake Tahoe. We’re also centered within a hub
of major highway connections and just over 40 minutes from the Sacramento International Airport.
Discover what Folsom has to offer at www.folsom.ca.us/Visitors and VisitFolsom.com.
SHOP LOCAL
When we shop local, we ensure the economic impact of our purchases
stays local. Shopping locally supports the local economy, promotes a
thriving community, and contributes to a high quality of life in Folsom.
Dollars you spend in Folsom fund vital public services, such as police,
fire, road maintenance, and parks. When you shop online, a smaller
percentage of the sales tax is invested locally. Find what shopping
options Folsom has to offer at www.folsom.ca.us/Visitors.
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City of Folsom
Resident Resource Guide
FACILITIES
Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary
403 Stafford Street
The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary is a unique facility that
provides a forever home for dozens of rescued wild and domestic
animals. Visitors can learn the story of each animal
resident, plus fun facts about each species. The
zoo sanctuary is open year-round; days and hours of operation
vary. Visit www.folsom.ca.us/Zoo for more details.
Andy Morin Sports Complex
66 Clarksville Road
The Andy Morin Sports Complex provides an indoor recreational
and competitive venue for Folsom residents and the
surrounding communities. The sports complex amenities
include drop-in table tennis, pickleball, basketball, and batting
cages. For hours of operation,
visit www.folsom.ca.us/SportsComplex.
Steve Miklos Aquatic Center
1200 Riley Street
The Steve Miklos Aquatic Center is Folsom’s premier
outdoor swimming facility. Take part in our popular Sea
Squad swim lesson program, get your laps in, or cool
off during the hot summer months. The aquatic center is
open year-round for lap swim. For programs and more
information, visit www.folsom.ca.us/AquaticCenter.
Folsom Community Center
52 Natoma Street
The Folsom Community Center is a beautiful setting for
weddings, meetings, or special events with up to 560
guests. For more information on reservations and scheduling
a tour, visit www.folsom.ca.us/CommunityCenter.
Folsom Art & Senior Center
48 Natoma Street
Residents and visitors can enjoy fine arts classes at the
Folsom Art Center, unique public art throughout the city, a
variety of cultural arts events, and professional art exhibits
at the Gallery at 48 Natoma.
The Folsom Senior Center offers programs for ages 55+
including weekly activities in the lounge, support services,
and special events. For hours and information, visit
www.folsom.ca.us/ParksFacilities.
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Folsom Public Library
411 Stafford Street
The Folsom Public Library offers storytimes, book
clubs, author events, free Wi-Fi and computers,
and a collection of over 100,000 items to check out. Visit
www.folsom.ca.us/library for current hours and information
and to register for a library card.

PUBLIC SPACES/AREAS
FIDO Field Dog Park
1775 Creekside Drive
Folsom’s off-leash dog park has separate play areas for
small and large dogs. The dog park is open every day
except Wednesdays, year-round. Find hours of operation
at www.folsom.ca.us/DogPark.
PARKS & TRAILS
Folsom Parks & Recreation maintains 48 developed parks
in the city, featuring a variety of recreational amenities
including playgrounds, walking paths, sports fields and
courts, and picnic areas. Folsom is home to more than
50 miles of Class I recreational trails for cycling, walking,
running, and hiking. Access points for the city’s trails are
located within most neighborhoods and near parks,
businesses, and retail centers. Visit www.folsom.ca.us/parks
to find a complete listing of Folsom’s parks and trail maps.
SPRAY PARKS
Cool off with the refreshing water features at one of the
city’s three spray parks. Find spray park addresses and
hours of operation at www.folsom.ca.us/SprayParks.
Cummings Family Skate & Bike Park
1775 Creekside Drive
The 21,000-square-foot skate park includes features for
both transitional and street-style boarding and skating.
The bike park includes features for mountain bikers and
BMX riders. The skate and bike parks are open yearround.
Visit www.folsom.ca.us/SkatePark for details.
FACILITY AND PARK RENTALS
Folsom Parks & Recreation offers rentals for park facilities,
fields, indoor venues, an arena, and an amphitheater.
We can help you host wedding receptions, graduations,
reunions, company gatherings, family picnics, seminars
and meetings, concerts and plays, birthday parties,
and nearly any other type of special event. Visit
www.folsom.ca.us/Rentals for details.
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City of Folsom
Resident Resource Guide
SITES TO SEE
FOLSOM LAKE & LAKE NATOMA
The open waters of Folsom Lake, Lake Natoma, and the
American River draw kayakers, swimmers, and other water
sports enthusiasts.
CYCLING
Folsom is a cyclist’s dream, with options for short
local rides, renowned mountain biking trails, and
connections to the Gold Country foothills and the
American River bike trail.
RUNNER’S PARADISE
Channel your competitive spirit with Folsom’s fun runs
and serious competitive events. The California
International Marathon starts here and is a qualifying
event for the Boston Marathon.
FISHING
Folsom Lake provides a habitat for largemouth,
smallmouth, and spotted bass, along with rainbow
trout, kokanee salmon, crappie, bluegill, and
catfish. Learn where to fish on Folsom Lake at
www.californiasgreatestlakes.com.
BEAUTIFUL BRIDGES
Enjoy the view and marvel at the architecture of Folsom’s
distinct bridges.
• Rainbow Bridge (featured in the city’s logo),
Historic Truss Bridge, Lake Natoma Crossing, Johnny
Cash Trail and Bike/Pedestrian Overcrossing, and many
more.
ART
Folsom’s art scene is thriving. Here are a few ways to
experience art in Folsom:
• Folsom Public Art: Take a walk around Folsom
to spot our city’s diverse collection of public art.
You can also take a virtual tour of Folsom’s public
art at www.folsom.ca.us/PublicArt.
• Gallery at 48 Natoma: Take a free, self-guided tour of
the current exhibit during the gallery’s regular hours or
make a reservation to visit at another time. For more
details, visit www.folsom.ca.us/Galleryat48Natoma.
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SCHOOL PROGRAMS
HIGHLY RATED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Folsom schools are recognized as among the highest
achieving in the region and are regularly ranked
statewide and nationally. The Folsom Cordova Unified
School District operates over 15 schools in the city.
For more information, visit www.fcusd.org.
CAVE TEEN CENTERS &
PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
• Folsom Parks & Recreation operates the CAVE Teen
Center after-school programs for students in
6th through 8th grade. Participants can register
and learn more about teen programs at
www.folsom.ca.us/TeenPrograms.
• Folsom Parks & Recreation operates nine-month
Fun Factory and Kindergarten Readiness preschool
programs—focusing on developmental and academic
skills in a positive learning environment.
Visit www.folsom.ca.us/FunFactory for more
information and locations.
RECREATION GUIDE
The Folsom Parks & Recreation
Rec Guide includes classes
and programs for every
age, facility information,
family-friendly special
events, camps for youth and
teens, and other resources of
interest to the community.
The interactive digital Rec
Guide is updated frequently
and published on the City
of Folsom website. Learn
more at www.folsom.ca.us/
RecGuide.
FOLSOM LAKE COLLEGE
Recognized as one of the top schools in the nation,
Folsom Lake College—part of the Los Rios
Community College District—continues to grow
and prosper, serving more than 9,700 college
students and offers more than 90 different degrees
and certifications. Visit www.flc.losrios.edu for details.
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City of Folsom
Resident Resource Guide
GET INVOLVED
CITY EMPLOYMENT
Start your career with the City of Folsom! The Human
Resources Department administers the recruitment,
retention, and development of well-qualified and
productive employees. Open positions are posted at
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/folsom.
VOLUNTEER IN THE COMMUNITY
• Volunteer at the citywide Community Service Day
held annually on the third Saturday of September.
• Participate in the Citizens Assisting Public Safety
(CAPS) Program.
CITY COUNCIL
Contact the Folsom City Council with your thoughts and
ideas to help our community flourish. The City Council meets
at 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays each
month at City Hall, 50 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA, 95630.
Meetings are also broadcast at 9 a.m. on the Friday and
Saturday of meeting weeks on Metro Cable Channel 14.
COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
One of the ways that residents can get involved is by
serving on one of the city’s commissions and committees.
There are a variety of opportunities available, serving
different areas of interest, and residents are encouraged
to take part in helping develop city programs. Find all
City of Folsom committees and commissions at
www.folsom.ca.us/CommitteesCommissions.
• Help keep your community safe and participate in
the City’s Business Watch and Neighborhood Watch.
• Join the City of Folsom Community Emergency
Response Team (CERT).
• Volunteer at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary.
• Support the Folsom Public Library and join
the volunteer team.
CITY HALL
50 Natoma Street
Folsom, CA 95630
916-461-6000
www.folsom.ca.us
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significantly impacting the community.
Her newest endeavor is hosting and moderating
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as a resource for women looking to enhance
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The event is organized by The Greater Folsom
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Johnny Cash Trail. Whitewater & Wine in our Backyard.
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Can’t-Miss
Community
Events
By Tara Mendanha
The Folsom Pro Rodeo is an institution,
boasting 60 successful years of
family fun filled with nonstop rodeo
action, outstanding fireworks, mutton busting,
skydivers, and much more. Folsom residents are
lassoed into the excitement of this wholesome
and patriotic event each July where cowboys,
cattle, and love of country all converge at the
popular Dan Russell Rodeo Arena.
The Historic Folsom Hometown Parade is a
chance for Folsom residents to revel in the
history and charm of their hometown. A
colorful assortment of entries takes over the
heart of Folsom each June with entertainment
galore—from color guards, vintage vehicles, and
floats to Wild West groups, soap box derby
Photos by Menka Belgal.
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cars, and horses, just to name a
few. It’s yet another chance to
exhibit some of that Folsom
pride!
Folsom hosts two exceptional
artisanal fairs come spring and
winter, with the Historic Folsom Spring
Arts and Crafts Fair and the Christmas Arts
and Crafts Fair. Each event brings one-of-akind,
handmade items to town with over 200
artisan crafters displaying their dazzling wares,
friendly strolling musicians, and your favorite
local merchants and restauranteurs. Free light
rail transportation is usually available, making
the fair accessible and easy to enjoy.
Historic Folsom turns into a winter wonderland
each year, with the Folsom Historic District
Ice Rink that provide skating fun all winter;
Christmas Light Promenade that’s decked out
in Christmas lights and closed to cars over the
weekends for relaxed or romantic strolling; and
the always-magical Christmas Tree Lighting
that’s brimming with singing, dancing, and
merrymaking of all kinds. It’s a feast for the
senses all holiday season long.
you can sense the music in the air
and under your feet anywhere
you go in Folsom, making for a
memorable summer each year.
The Folsom Renaissance Faire
promises magic, mayhem, and
merriment each fall with an actionpacked
itinerary of jousting, Shakespearean
vignettes, jolly jesters, skilled archers, expertly
staged battles, riveting storytelling for adults
and children, and lots more. Rub elbows with
nobility and step back in time to the days
of Queen Elizabeth I. You can also shop for
ceramics, woodworks, unique jewelry, clothing,
historic weapons, and leather goods at this
otherworldly event.
Considering Folsom folk live mostly outdoors,
it comes as no surprise that we love a good
fun run. Whether it’s the Folsom Turkey Trot,
California International Marathon, Christmas
Classic 5K/10K, or the Folsom Blues Breakout,
there’s something for all abilities and seasons,
keeping us on our toes and always among the
great outdoors.
Folsom’s always been a champion of women
and nowhere is it more apparent than at the
Folsom Women’s Conference. This year’s
conference was held on November 18 and was
themed “Hear, Empower, & Revive” and enabled
businesswomen and leaders to come away with
practical tactics and strategies to navigate the
changing landscape of our world today. Hosted
by talented media mogul, Cristina Mendonsa,
the guest speaker was Gabrielle Bernstein,
who’s been labeled by New York Times as the
next generation guru and who’s on the Forbes
list of 200 best branded women.
The Folsom Family Expo has been entertaining
families for 15 years now. Always oodles of
fun for young and old alike, this day-long fest
at the beginning of fall, offers lots of free
entertainment, goodies, and giveaways. It’s a
day for families to be carefree and discover all
the goodness Folsom has to offer.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
Summer and concerts are synonymous
somehow and Folsom knows how to turn
up the heat with lively tunes and fun vibes.
Whether it’s the Summer of Music Series at the
Folsom City Lions Park, the Twilight Concert
Series at the Zittel Family Amphitheater or
the Summer Concert Series at the Palladio,
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"PREJUDICES OF
ANY KIND ARE
THE
DESTROYERS OF
HUMAN
HAPPINESS AND
WELFARE."
Bahá'í Writings
Growing
Folsom’s
Coffee Culture
By Nelly Kislyanka
Join us for a
discussion on the
spiritual path to
unity.
folsombahais.org
Amongst the large coffeehouse chains that have long
dominated in Folsom, a fresh crop of independent
shops have popped up and revitalized the city’s
coffee culture. Midtown meets Folsom with some of
Sacramento’s favorites: Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters and
Temple. Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters, Temple Coffee
Roasters, both serving award-winning coffee that has been
meticulously sourced and roasted, are among the new crop. In
addition to the regional roasts, Folsom boasts of small business
coffee shops that are big with flavor and vibe: World Travelers,
Chant’el Cafe, and Sociology.
As the local farm-to-fork movement has taught us, the best
product starts with the freshest ingredients. The same goes
for great coffee. Both Chocolate Fish and Temple work directly
with farmers rather than through an importer. The roasters
believe in investing in mutually beneficial relationships with
their providers. “As a result, we’re able to get their best
coffee offerings year after year,” says Temple Founder Sean
Kohmescher. These relationships give Chocolate Fish access to
exclusive batches of beans, “micro lots,” not available to other
roasters. “A micro lot could be a small area on the farm or a
special coffee varietal that’s been separated and sorted from
the other coffees,” explains Chocolate Fish Co-owner Edie
Baker.
Both coffee shops roast locally, ensuring the beans ground
and brewed in-store are a fresh, never stale batch. Chocolate
Fish roasts to draw out the bean’s inherent sweetness and
fruit acidity for a complex brew without any bitterness;
Temple, on the other hand, takes a tailored approach to their
roasting and creates custom roasting profiles tailored to each
coffee’s unique flavor characteristics. “We strive to bring out
the intrinsic flavor characteristics from the farm, region, and
country of each coffee,” says Kohmescher.
Photos Courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.
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Other
Notable
Brews
About
Town!
Think pink! Chant’el
Cafe offers a pink
aesthetic with
homemade Ukranian
sweet treats.
Must try: the Ukranian
Syrniki (farmer’s cheese
pancakes). Pairs well
with a Raspberry latte.
Let’s get social!
Sociology
nestled in the
#historicfolsomdistrict
is known for their
specialty coffee drinks.
The owners create a
custom menu for each
season.
Must try: The Bourbon
Vanilla Cappuccino.
Take a coffee
adventure! World
Traveler’s Coffee in
the Central Business
District is a cozy
coffee shop with
European flair.
Must try: The Brown
Sugar Latte.
Coffee shop photos by:
Menka Belgal; /@FolsomEats
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AMERICAN RIVER
CANYON
(NORTH)
Beal’s Point
Folsom Dam
Brown’s Ravine
Folsom Lake Crossing
Ernie
Sheldon
Park
Folsom Point
Folsom Prison Boat Launch
Empire Ranch
Golf Course
Johnny Cash Crossing
Folsom-Auburn Rd
Oak Ave Pkwy
Fire
Station
Natoma St
East Natoma St
Sutter St
Greenback Ln
Natoma St
Lembi
Park/
Folsom
Aquatic
Center
Amos B.
Catlin Park
Livermore Park
Folsom Sports
Complex &
John Kemp
Community Park
Folsom Kids
Play Park
Creekside Dr
Blue Ravine Rd
Wales Dr
E. Bidwell St
Empire Ranch Rd
Glenn Dr
Harris Center
for the Arts
(Folsom Lake
College)
The
Parkway
Police
Station
AMERICAN RIVER
CANYON
Negro
Bar
Riley St
Broadstone Pkwy
Sibley St
Broadstone
Plaza
Broadstone
Marketplace
Oak Ave Pkwy
Prairie City Rd
Folsom Blvd
Saratoga Way
Iron Point Rd
Folsom
Premium
Outlets
Wal-Mart
Shopping
Center
Folsom High
School
Willow Hill
Reservoir
Community
Park
BT Collins
Disc Golf Course
BMX/ Dog
Park
Folsom
Gateway
Palladio at
Broadstone
Vista Del Lago
High School
Alder Creek Pkwy
Sacramento State
Aquatic Center
Senior &
Art/Cultural Center
Folsom Lions Park,
Zoo, Library
Folsom Community Center
City Hall
To Sacramento
Alder Creek Pkwy
NORTH (Open OF Space) HIGHWAY 50
In
Raley’s
Chamber of
Commerce
Fire
Station
35
Fire
Station
In Bel Air
Fire
Station
Fire
Station
39
Willow Creek
Recreation Area
HISTORIC
FOLSOM
NATOMA
STATION
CENTRAL
DISTRICT
PRAIRIE
OAKS
WILLOW
SPRINGS
BRIGGS RANCH
BROADSTONE
Placerville Rd
Savannah Pkwy
E. Bidwell St
FOLSOM RANCH
THE PARKWAY
LEXINGTON
HILLS
EMPIRE
RANCH
To S. Lake Tahoe
RUSSELL RANCH
FOLSOM
HEIGHTS
Fire
Station
SCHOOLS, FIRESTATIONS AND OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE
Bike Trail
MAP IS APPROXIMATE
WHITE ROCK
Hospital
Urgent Care
Light Rail Station
Park / Golf Course
Post Office
Schools
New Homes
wy
2 Mangini Ranch Elementary School
28
29
26
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15
16
12
31 32
17 18
19 20
BROADSTONE
30 ESTATES
25
8
10
9
11
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Ernie
Sheldon
Park
Livermore Park
Complex &
John Kemp
Community Park
Oak Ave Pkwy
Prairie City Rd
Folsom Blvd
Saratoga Way
Willow Creek
Recreation Area
Iron Point Rd
Alder Creek Pkwy
Sacramento State
Aquatic Center
Folsom
Premium
Outlets
NATOMA
STATION
PRAIRIE
OAKS
Folsom High
School
Willow Hill
Reservoir
Community
Park
WILLOW
SPRINGS
Broadstone
Plaza
Folsom
Gateway
Palladio at
Broadstone
Vista Del Lago
High School
To Sacramento
Alder Creek Pkwy
Placerville Rd
Savannah Pkwy
E. Bidwell St
(Open Space)
FOLSOM RANCH
BROADSTONE
To S. Lake Tahoe
RUSSELL RANCH
FOLSOM
HEIGHTS
Fire
Station
SCHOOLS, FIRESTATIONS AND OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE
WHITE ROCK
SPRINGS RANCH
Oak Ave Pkwy
Mangini Parkway
Prairie City Rd
White Rock Rd
2 Mangini Ranch Elementary School
12 Medical campus
14 Folsom Ranch Town Center
15 The Marketplace at Folsom Ranch
16 The Shops at Folsom Ranch
18 Apartments
19 Future Fire Station
20 Future Elementary School
21 Folsom High School
22 Future Middle School
26 Folsom Ranch Corporate center
28 Hillsborough Commercial Development
29 Westland/Carpenter Commercial Development
SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 50
28
29
21
22
26
14
15
16
24
13 23
12
17
19
31 32
18
20
1 1A
BROADSTONE
30 ESTATES
25
2
5 6
3
8
4
10
9
11
7
7A
HOMES
1 Aster at White Rock Springs by Lennar, lennar.com
1&1A Copperwood, Oakleaf by Lennar, lennar.com
1A Lunaria at White Rock Springs by Lennar, lennar.com
1A Stone Haven at White Rock Springs Ranch by Richmond
American Homes, richmondamerican.com
3 Azure II by Taylor Morrison, taylormorrison.com
3 Stone Bluff at White Rock Springs Ranch by Richmond
American Homes, richmondamerican.com
4 Dakota II by Taylor Morrison, taylormorrison.com
5 Waterstone by TRI Pointe Homes, tripointehomes.com
6 Brookstone by TRI Pointe Homes, tripointehomes.com
7 Mesa at White Rock Springs by Richmond American
Homes, richmondamerican.com
7A Ladera at White Rock Springs by Richmond
American Homes, richmondamerican.com
8 Iron Ridge by Anthem United, ironridgefolsom.com
8 Sycamore Creek by JMC Homes, jmchomes.com
9 Silver Crest by The New Home Company,
liverussellranch.com
10 Steel Canyon by Meritage Homes, liverussellranch.com
11 Golden Hill by The New Home Company,
liverussellranch.com
13 Regency by Toll Brothers, tollbrothers.com
17 The Enclave at Folsom Ranch by KB Home, kbhome.com
23 Creekstone by TRI Pointe Homes, tripointehomes.com
24 TRI Pointe Homes, tripointehomes.com
25 Soleil at Folsom Ranch by KB Homes, kbhomes.com
30 Broadstone Estates, elliotthomes.com
31 Rockcress at Folsom Ranch by Lennar Homes,
lennar.com
32 Legacy at Folsom Ranch by Signature Homes,
sighomes.com

Homes South of Highway 50
Broadstone Estates
Broadstone Estates,
elliotthomes.com--------------------------------------------------- 30
Folsom Ranch
Azure II by Taylor Morrison,
taylormorrison.com ----------------------------------------------- 3
Brookstone by TRI Pointe Homes,
tripointehomes.com ----------------------------------------------- 6
Copperwood, Oakleaf by Lennar,
lennar.com SOLD OUT ------------------------------------------ 1 & 1A
Creekstone by TRI Pointe Homes,
tripointehomes.com ----------------------------------------------- 23
Dakota II by Taylor Morrison,
taylormorrison.com ----------------------------------------------- 4
Legacy at Folsom Ranch By Signature Homes,
sighomes.com ------------------------------------------------------ 32
Regency at Folsom Ranch by Toll Brothers,
tollbrothers.com --------------------------------------------------- 13
Rockcress at Folsom Ranch By Lennar Homes,
lennar.com --------------------------------------------------------- 31
Soleil at Folsom Ranch By KB Home,
kbhome.com ------------------------------------------------------- 25
The Enclave at Folsom Ranch by KB Home,
kbhome.com ------------------------------------------------------- 17
TRI Pointe Homes,
tripointehomes.com ----------------------------------------------- 24
Waterstone by TRI Pointe Homes,
tripointehomes.com ----------------------------------------------- 5
Russell Ranch
Gold Hill by The New Home Company,
nwhm.com --------------------------------------------------------- 11
Iron Ridge by Anthem United,
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Silver Crest by The New Home Company,
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Steel Canyon by Meritage Homes,
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Sycamore Creek by JMC Homes,
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White Rock Springs Ranch
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By Eunice C. Majam-Simpson
Folsom stands out as a vibrant town
that welcomes diversity in many forms,
including its residents, neighborhoods,
and community connections.
Like many of its neighbor towns in the Sierra
foothills, Folsom boasts a gold-plated history.
The small town began along the American River
where gold-seekers arrived during the Gold
Rush. From the town’s inception, and prior to its
incorporation as a city in 1946, diverse groups
of people were cornerstones in Folsom’s history.
The gold-seekers of 2021 are looking for housing
treasure consisting of a great variety of housing
styles and high quality of life for their families.
Tanya Morales, resident and local realtor, noted
that like its residents, each neighborhood in
Folsom is diverse. Folsom consists of multiple
distinct neighborhoods, each with its own
unique style. Some of the features of the
different neighborhoods are highlighted below.
• The American River Canyon and American River Canyon North areas are known for their
large, luxury, upscale homes. The houses here are a mixture of custom and semi-custom
homes. Davies and Lew Howard Community Parks are also in this area, and the river can be
easily accessed through the Negro Bar State Park.
• The Central District is near the city hall, zoo, library, Folsom Community Center, Senior Arts
and Cultural Center, and several parks. The homes in this area are within walking distance of
these notable amenities.
• The neighborhood of Natoma Station is unique in that it offers a one-mile walking tour of its
21 pieces of public art, which includes monuments, sculptures, and ceramic tile murals.
• Briggs Ranch is another neighborhood that has a mixture of custom and semi-custom homes.
The area is near parks—namely Econome Park and Elvie Perazzo Briggs Park—and considered
to have a sparse urban feel with many young professionals living in the area and owning their
own homes. The schools in Briggs Ranch, including Folsom Hills Elementary, are highly rated.
• Broadstone, on the other hand, is known for having easy access to the outdoor mall Palladio
at Broadstone, Harris Center, Folsom Lake College, and the Folsom Sports Complex. The
schools here include Golden Ridge Elementary and Folsom High. The homes in Broadstone
include higher-end custom homes.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
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“Morales noted that,
like its residents,
each neighborhood
in Folsom is diverse.
While more than 1,000 homes have already
been sold, Folsom Ranch is anticipated to be
built over the next 25-30 years. It will include
a variety of housing types, some will be stately
homes, others modeled after Folsom’s most
popular neighborhoods, a 55+ plus active-adult
community, and a 265-unit apartment complex
with state-of-the-art, luxury amenities. The
inclusion of varied housing types is designed
to better serve different family situations and
income levels of residents and future residents
in Folsom.
“
Photos by Menka Belgal.
• The Parkway, an award-winning master-planned community, is known for its mixed-use
amenities and features. It includes over 200 acres of open space, and its amenities feature
access to trails along the Humbug-Willow Creek Parkway, vernal pools, and riparian habitats.
• Another master-planned community in Folsom, Empire Ranch, is a newer neighborhood
located on over 1,700 acres of rolling hills with scattered oak groves. Within Empire Ranch is
a golf club that offers an 18-hole course in a beautiful setting.
• The Folsom Historic District is surrounded by old time charm. There are unique historic homes
in this area within walking distance to historic Sutter Street businesses that include restaurants,
wine bars, a full-service hotel, and many antique and specialty shops. The over 30 miles of the
American River Bike Trail that connects to Downtown Sacramento also starts here.
• Finally, Folsom Ranch, the newest and up-and-coming neighborhood, integrates the many
natural areas for which Folsom is known for. According to Ian B. Cornell from Cornell Group,
the company responsible for Folsom Ranch’s community outreach, Folsom Ranch is part of a
3,520-acre plan that includes over 1,000 acres of open space. Within Folsom Ranch there will
be 144 acres of parks, 30 miles of trails that will connect to the city’s already extensive trail
system, and more than 500 acres of contiguous oak woodlands.
According to Morales, the neighborhoods in
Folsom have always been highly sought-after
because of the access to many parks (both
mini-neighborhood parks and large community
parks), over 40 miles of trails, and easy lake and
river access. Folsom allows for a quality of life
that encourages one to be active, enjoy nature,
and appreciate the town’s rich historic past. The
low crime in the area is also very attractive, in
addition to its highly rated school district.
The community connection of the people
and neighborhoods in Folsom is also strong.
The residents love to give back to their
communities. Every year, for almost a decade
now, Folsom celebrates a community service
day, when residents come together to take on
several volunteer projects—from neighborhood
cleanups to collecting canned goods for Twin
Lakes Food Bank to helping seniors.
The quality of life in Folsom is highly prized and
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All About
Education
By Kourtney Jason
Serving a combined 150,000 residents in Folsom and Rancho Cordova, The
Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD) is committed to providing
excellence in educational programs that carry high expectations for each
student’s achievement and success.
“Education is
at the heart
of the Folsom
community.
“
Folsom Lake College (FLC), serving the
diverse communities of eastern Sacramento
and western El Dorado counties, makes it
its mission to open minds and doors through
the power of education, inspiring students to
become socially responsible global citizens.
Through its educational programs, Folsom
Lake College offers students opportunities to
transfer to four-year institutions, to improve
foundational skills, to achieve career goals, and
to earn associate degrees or certificates.
With the continued growth of the local
communities, Folsom continues to expand its
educational programs and offerings. Read on
to learn the latest local educational news and
happenings.
Folsom Lake College: An Interview
with President Dr. Whitney Yamamura
In 2017, Dr. Whitney Yamamura stepped
into the position of President at Folsom Lake
College. He had served in the Los Rios district
for nearly 30 years and is the second Asian
American college president in the history of
the Los Rios district. Before leading the Folsom
Lake College campus and administration, Dr.
Yamamura served as interim President of
Sacramento City College. He also worked as
Vice President of Instruction at Cosumnes River
College, the founding Dean of American River
College’s Natomas Center, as well as American
River College’s dean of Behavioral and Social
Sciences. Dr. Yamamura began his tenure
as a member of the American River College
faculty, as an adjunct and full-time professor of
economics.
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Here, he shares with us the latest news at
Folsom Lake College, its valued role in the
community, the quick pivot to virtual learning
during the pandemic, its mission to support its
students, and more.
Q: Folsom Lake College is a valued part of the
local community. Tell us about that as well as
the relationships with local businesses.
Dr. Whitney Yamamura: Our ties are strong.
For example, we have the Intel Folsom campus,
which provides internships for Los Rios
students. We also have worked closely with
Inductive Automation, both on collaborative
tech projects in our Innovation Center
Makerspace (a center on campus dedicated to
the exploration of knowledge and making) and
with mentor/mentee relationships with our
students and their employees. They also make
donations to support Makerspace for which
we are grateful. Mercy Folsom helps support
our students in our Medical Lab Technician
program. Our Vice President of Administration
and I also have seats on the Folsom Chamber
of Commerce and TEDCorp (Tourism and
Economic Development Corporation). As
pandemic restrictions ease, the Harris Center
for the Arts will once again resume its role to
enhance the quality of life in the area as one
of many reasons why businesses and families
locate here. The Harris Center contributes
to the economy as performers stay locally,
and patrons eat and shop nearby. I am always
looking for new ways to collaborate with our
community and create opportunities for our
students.
Q: What drives these relationships?
Dr. Whitney Yamamura: We’re lucky to have a
shared interest with our local businesses. We
want to expose our students to the expertise
right here in our local community, and these
companies are looking to work with talented
and highly skilled people like our students.
Another important aspect is our career
education advisory committees, in which
community members help provide input as
we develop new courses and programs. Our
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program and
our Adult Caregiver course are great examples
of curriculum influenced by community
members. A local community need was
shared with the college and this new program
was launched this past year amidst remote
operations.
Q: What’s ahead for these relationships?
Dr. Whitney Yamamura: We are always looking
for additional ways we can expand or deepen
our ties. One new relationship we are excited
about is with Ansync Labs, which is a local
prototyping and manufacturing company.
We are looking forward to collaborating on
some tech projects in our Innovation Center
Makerspace, and we have had several students
working for them as interns. We’ve also
launched a new
page on our Los Rios
website called “Hire
Los Rios,” which
allows employers
to submit interest
in hiring a Los Rios
intern or employee,
or joining an advisory
committee. If they
are interested in
hiring an employee
or intern, Los Rios
pre-screens students
for their interests and
skill-sets and matches them with an appropriate
company. Any business reading this is welcome
to contact us to create more internships for our
students.
Q: When the pandemic started and stay-athome
orders were in place, how did FLC pivot
to support its students and staff with virtual
learning?
“I am always looking
for new ways to
collaborate with
our community and
create opportunities
for our students.
Dr. Whitney Yamamura: We previously offered
online classes, but the pandemic also led us to
offer all student services virtually as well. This
includes Admissions & Records, Counseling,
Financial Aid Services, Student Health Services,
access to our Affinity Programs, and remote
tech support. Our student support services
were not offered online prior to the pandemic,
but we plan to continue this moving forward as
we understand the importance of providing as
much flexibility as possible to accommodate our
students’ needs, including their work schedules
and family obligations.
Students are now able
to make appointments
in person again but can
still access our staff via
virtual appointments
that can be made
online. We also had to
work quickly to ensure
all students had access
to the technology
they needed to be a
successful student
during remote
operations. The college
provided students with technology resources,
including Chromebooks and hotspots for those
that needed it, and connected students with
free and low-cost WiFi options. Faculty with
expertise helped train faculty new to online
teaching. I am proud to say that there was a
great spirit to support and help each other to
help our students.
Q: FLC encourages students to learn
“upskilling.” What is it? What resources for
upskilling does FLC offer?
Dr. Whitney Yamamura: Upskilling is
developing new skills that you need to be
“
successful in your career, both now and in the
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future as the environment changes. Our Career and Transfer Center is a great
upskilling resource for students. This is a place students can go to work on
some of the soft skills they may not develop directly in the classroom. They
host workshops with topics such as resume building, interview strategies,
preparing for career fairs and networking. We also have a Work Experience
and Internship program, where students can find an internship in a field that
interests them or take a work experience course, which allows students to
apply what they’ve learned in the classroom to a work environment while
earning college credit. Students have access to Handshake, an easy-to-use
platform where students and alumni can find internships and employment
opportunities, and in turn, employers can search for Los Rios students to
employ. One example of upskilling at FLC is radiology technicians can take
advanced imaging courses that allow them to specialize, and by doing so,
their salaries are several thousand dollars higher.
Q: Who can benefit from these resources?
Dr. Whitney Yamamura: All students, both those on ground and those online,
can benefit from the resources at the Career and Transfer Center, as they
are now offered remotely. We also value upskilling for our employees, and
continuously offer professional development opportunities for employees
of all classifications to engage in. We survey our employees to find out what
they’d like to learn and develop workshops based on that feedback.
Inside Folsom High School’s Career Technical
Education Programs
With the completion and opening of the new state-of-the-art building,
Folsom High School students will be able to develop skills in product
innovation and design, engineering design, architectural design, and other
crucial pathways, as part of its Career Technical Education (CTE) program of
study.
CTE is a program of study involving a multi-year sequence of courses
integrating core academic curriculum with technical and occupational
curriculum, and leadership skills through the Career Technical Student
Organization SkillsUSA to provide students with a pathway to post-secondary
education and careers. Folsom High School offers seven CTE pathways
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Folsom Ranch in the years to come. The school
currently has more than 300 students in grades
K-5.
Located south of Highway 50 at 4640 Sparrow
Drive, Mangini Ranch is a state-of-the-art
facility, designed and built with student
collaboration and learning embedded into every
square foot.
The school broke ground in February 2020,
with construction on an aggressive, 18-month
timeline to open for the current 2021-2022
school year. The 10-acre campus features an
innovative 75,000-square-foot, two-story
single building designed with state-of-the-art
collaborative spaces for students in grades K-5.
Currently, it’s ready for 668 students and will be
able to expand enrollment to 750 students.
The 25 classrooms have mobile furnishings
and operable partitions, allowing flexibility for
different desired set-ups. Collaboration areas,
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including: Architectural Design, Engineering
Design, Film/Video Production, Games and
Simulations, Graphic Design, Product Innovation
and Design, and Systems Programming.
Current classes include Digital Art (1,2 &
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Occupations, Honors Civil Engineering
& Architecture, Advanced Drafting &
Architecture, Honors Introduction to
Engineering Design, Honors Principles of
Engineering, Exploring Computer Science,
Computer Science & Programming, AP
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& Game Design, Manufacturing & Product
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Design and more.
The pathways create an educational
environment that integrates core academics
with real-world relevance and experience
to prepare students for college and career
readiness. Many CTE programs are aligned with
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art,
and Mathematics).
Students will have access to pivotal training
that will prepare them for some of the most
in-demand jobs in today’s market.
Key components of CTE programs include highquality
curriculum and instruction, an inquirybased
approach, project-based learning, career
exploration and guidance, sequence of courses,
student leadership development, industry
certifications, and industry partnerships,
including industry advisory meetings,
community classroom/internships, workbased
learning, field trips, and featured guest
speakers. Students can earn college credits
and/or A-G credit (U.C. approved course).
FHS CTE department members include Drew
Bias, Jean Cavanaugh, Pam Goldman, Summer
Halverson, Tyler Johnstone, and Scott Southard.
The new building was a $12 million project
led by Rainforth Grau Architects and Clark
Sullivan Construction. It was funded by Folsom
Measure G and state grants.
FCUSD offers high quality Career Technical
Education programs of study at all high schools:
Vista del Lago, Cordova, Folsom Lake and
Kinney and vary in the pathways at each site.
The district offers students CTE programs in 10
industry sectors, 21 pathways and five Career
Technical Student Organizations (FCCLA, FFA,
DECA, HOSA & SkillsUSA).
Folsom’s Newest Elementary
School
On August 25, Folsom Cordova Unified School
District hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony at
Mangini Ranch Elementary School, the first
of five new elementary schools, one middle
school, and one high school planned for
A focal point of the building—the large entry
area and gathering staircase—is designed to
welcome the local community and can serve as
a meeting place and hub for the students and
teachers on campus.
A large multipurpose room is connected to
the main entry and will function as a space
for dining, physical education, athletics,
performances, and events.
The innovative technology, supporting both
virtual and on-campus learning, is available
through wireless connectivity, inter-connected
monitors, and device compatibility. The media
center offers space for reading, digital research,
independent study, group instruction, and
larger-group meetings.
Canen Peterson, who has been a part of the
Folsom Cordova Unified School District since
2000, is serving as the school’s principal.
Peterson started as a teacher at Gold Ridge
Elementary and later became the principal for
Natoma Station Elementary School, Theodore
Judah Elementary, and White Rock Elementary.
With experience in Positive Behavior and
Intervention Supports (PBIS) and Professional
Learning Communities (PLC), Peterson is
recognized for his skills and abilities to form
strong relationships with teachers and staff,
as well as for building a positive culture for
students.
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public service, including former councilmember,
former vice mayor, and former mayor. He was also
very involved in Folsom’s transportation, being
instrumental in building Lake Natoma Crossing
and the portion of the light rail’s Gold Line for
the Sacramento Regional Transit, from Sunrise to
Folsom.
Holderness explained that in 1856, the
Sacramento Valley Railroad, California’s first
railroad, became operational. The train was
the first in the West and was a significant
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Folsom’s historically unique location on the
American River eventually necessitated the
creation of other modes of transport that would
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by the closure of the Folsom Dam Road. According
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There is no question that Folsom is a big cycling community, which is
why the town’s transportation network has always supported this mode
of transportation. With an extensive trail system of over 40 miles and
additional trails planned, cycling is more than a recreational activity for
residents of the town.
Photos by Menka Belgal.
The Folsom Lake Trail at Beal’s Point
connects to the American River Bike
Trail (Jedidiah Smith Memorial Trail),
which goes all the way to Discovery Park in
Old Sacramento. This means that a resident
of Folsom who works in Sacramento has the
option to commute from Folsom via a 32-mile
bicycle ride on paved trails. Folsom’s extensive
trail system can also be used to getting around
town.
The new development south
of highway 50, Folsom Ranch,
is anticipated to have over 30
miles of additional trails that
will connect to the existing
trail system. With all these
trails, using a bicycle in Folsom
is indeed a feasible alternative
for transportation.
With this backdrop, the advent of the electric
bicycle, e-bike for short, is also a welcome mode
of transport.
It is no surprise companies that sell e-bikes are
thriving in Folsom. One such store, Practical
Cycle, believes that bikes are indeed a viable
transportation option, especially in Folsom.
Practical Cycle’s mission is to make cycling more
practical, so its inventory includes commuter
and cargo e-bikes. Practical Cycle also has
rental options so one can try out an e-bike
before deciding to purchase one.
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tool for fitness
or recreation.
Riding a regular bicycle is already a healthy
transportation alternative; however, according
to the owner of Practical Cycle, Tim Castelman,
the e-bike has been a game-changer. It is more
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you can ride faster and longer with an e-bike—
even when you’re not athletic. An e-bike has
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