City considering ban on new gas stations near Sunrise Mall
By Phillip Pesola– The City of Citrus Heights is currently considering a ban on new gas stations and other auto-focused businesses within the city’s largest commercial district, according to the city’s website.
SB 9 housing law prompts more lot splits in Citrus Heights
A controversial new California law designed to address the state’s housing crisis allows for greater possibility of lot splits and constructing multiple homes on single-family lots, and some property owners in Citrus Heights are already taking advantage of…
City of Citrus Heights approves $2.9M for repaving work on 19 streets
Sentinel staff report– The City Council last month unanimously voted to approve a contract authorizing just under $3 million to go towards repaving portions of 19 heavily deteriorated residential streets in Citrus Heights.
The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall (July 14)
Citrus Heights City Council members will meet on July 14 to hold a public hearing and consider taking action on several other items, including a proposed contract related to improvements planned on Old Auburn Road and a sale…
What goes in the green cart? City says dog poop doesn’t count as “organic waste”
Sentinel staff report– Residents in Citrus Heights wondering what counts as “organic waste” under new requirements will find some clarification in the city’s annual waste collection calendar for the month of July.
Looking for a city job? Here’s 5 jobs with the City of Citrus Heights
By Phillip Pesola– With pay ranging from $15 to $47 per hour, plus benefits, the City of Citrus Heights is currently hiring for several law enforcement, civil engineering and facility trainee positions.
Controversial organics waste program to begin July 4 in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— The Fourth of July is a day to celebrate freedom, but in Citrus Heights it’s also the date when residents and businesses will be required to start complying with a new state-mandated organics waste recycling…
New ordinance bans all fireworks after 11 p.m. in Citrus Heights
Sentinel staff report– Following the adoption of a permanent ordinance earlier this year, legal fireworks can only be discharged between the hours of 9 a.m. and 11 p.m. in Citrus Heights.
Citrus Heights council votes to phase in 569% fee increase over 5 years
Sentinel staff report– Fees paid for most new housing and development are about to get more expensive in Citrus Heights, after the City Council voted 4-1 to significantly increase certain development impact fees on Thursday in an effort…
Citrus Heights to host workshop for residents interested in running for City Council
Sentinel staff report– With three seats up for election on the Citrus Heights City Council this year, the city on June 30 will host an introductory workshop for interested residents to learn more about what it takes to…
