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City Looking to Cut 50 Jobs
Further budget cuts will likely hit the city in the next fiscal year. 50 jobs (31 occupied) are tabbed, including 8 in the fire department and 6 in the police department. Fortunately a number of them are currently vacant. Library services would be cut to 5 days a week.Labels: budg, Folsom Fire Department, Folsom Library, Folsom Police
posted April 14, 2010
Library Getting a Coffee Bar
Though it took a couple of years, the Folsom Library is finally getting a coffee bar. The area had long been planned but the original tenants backed out before the library opened. Cafe Quintessence will initially provide sandwiches, pastries, smoothies, and of course, coffee. The Library hopes to have it open by February 2009.Labels: Folsom Library
posted November 26, 2008
Weekend Offerings
There's plenty to do this weekend in Folsom - stop by the library for the Folsom Book Sale, or go to the 6th Annual Wine & Jazz event at the Community Center. A Victorian Afternoon also accurs on Sunday, a fundraiser for the History Museum.
* Folsom CalendarLabels: events, Folsom History Museum, Folsom Library, Wine + Jazz
posted March 06, 2008
She's a Beauty
The new Folsom Library is set to open on February 24... and not a moment too soon! The city is beaming with pride (and rightfully so) at its latest work of art, The Folsom Public Library. We got a sneak peek in to the library before anyone else!Labels: art, Folsom Library
posted February 17, 2007
First Sculptures Arrive
The Georgia Murray Library is welcoming a couple of new sculptures, one of which is already in town. A giant set of books is now being placed on the grounds of the library; Fallen Folsom veteran Marshall Farley and his dog will be joining soon.Labels: Folsom Library
posted November 27, 2006
Library Amenities Will Be Plenty
The City of Folsom will no doubt be very proud of its long-overdue library once it opens in December. Among the amenities will be a coffee cafe, living-room-style reading rooms, and more than 24 internet stations. Folsom is part of what has become a library revival, as newer buildings cater towards more families and younger generations.Labels: Folsom Library
posted June 11, 2006
Morin/Howell Named Mayor/Vice-Mayor
City Council members Andy Morin and Kerri Howell have been named as the new mayor and vice-mayor for the year, respectively. Morin's top priorities are the Folsom Dam replacement bridge, the new city library, and annexation efforts south of US 50.
* Morin Bio
* Howell BioLabels: Andy Morin, Cash Crossing, Folsom City Council, Folsom Library, Kerri Howell
posted December 18, 2005
Big 'Ol Book Sale is Back
The Friends of the Folsom Library are having another book sale at the RG Smith Clubhouse (Marchant & Monrose) this weekend. Over 7,000 books, all $2 or less! The preview sale is on Friday evening, for $5 admission.Labels: Folsom Library
posted September 08, 2005
Library Groundbreaking Thursday
The new Folsom Library will officially break ground today at 4 pm, Folsom City Lions Park. Bring a shovel and stop by - kids can dig up buried coins (good for a free book), and 200 commemorative hard hats will be given out to kids.Labels: Folsom Library
posted August 25, 2005
Vets to Get Upgraded Memorial
With the new library to take up the old Farley Field (in honor of a fallen Folsom veteran), the city has decided to upgrade the veterans' memorial with several sculptures and a flag court. Marshall Farley's surviving brother, Michael, is in support of this new project. FUll details in today's Bee.Labels: Folsom Library
posted April 03, 2005
Bigger Vets Memorial Planned
A final decision on the planned Folsom Veterans Memorial is planned for Tuesday. The Library Commission, Arts and Cultural Commission, and Parks and Recreation Commission will all give their comments from the proposal; the new memorial will be part of the planned Library at City Park. Details in the Bee.Labels: Folsom Library
posted March 21, 2005
2004 in Review
What a year it has been in Folsom... MyFolsom.com netizens will be sure to tell you that there has been no shortage of Folsom news to talk about. The controversies surrounding the Folsom Library, Dam Road closure, and Ms Teaz are sure to be remembered, but Folsom also had a few "firsts", with the first graduating class from Folsom Lake College, and the first performance from the Folsom Lake Symphony. Read the full story in the Telegraph.Labels: Dam Road, Folsom Lake College, Folsom Library
posted December 29, 2004
New Veteran's Memorial in Works
In an effort to mend a rift between Folsom Veterans and city hall, a new veteran's memorial, complete with a bronze statue, is expected to greet visitors to Folsom Library. Marshall Farley and his scout dog were killed in Vietnam - a statue of a soldier and a scout dog will now be part of the memorial, with a flaag court. Full StoryLabels: armed forces, Folsom Library
posted November 11, 2004
Big Ol' Book Sale
The Friends of the Folsom Library will be hosting a book sale this weekend - the sale will be from 9 am - 3 pm at RG Smith Clubhouse at Marchant and Montrose Drives. Enthusiasts who care to get first crack at it can attend the preview sale on Friday night (7-9) for $5. DetailsLabels: Folsom Library
posted September 09, 2004
The Little Engine That Could
Perhaps the most popular attraction at the Folsom City Lions Park is its miniature railroad track, along with the miniature train that goes along with it. Terry Gold (the "Choo Choo Man") has been operating the train for 14 years now, and hopes to expand it when the library is built. See the full story in the Bee.Labels: Folsom Library, railroads
posted August 22, 2004
Bid to Block Library Fails
In what has turned out to be an amazing turn of events, the bid to get the library construction on the November ballot has failed. The Save our Parks campaign did not turn in enough valid signatures to make it a voter decision whether or not to build the library at Farley Field. 2,970 were needed, however only 2,700 were verified. The library will now be built without further delay. Details in Today's Bee
* Discuss on the forums!Labels: Folsom Library
posted July 23, 2004
Farley Field Proponents Make Deadline
Organizers and signature-gatherers have been out in full force at Friday night concerts in the park, gathering signatures to get an initiative on the November ballot. On Tuesday morning, the Save The Park campaign turned in 3,532 signatures. 2,970 will have to be validated by August 6. The organizers are against building a library on Farley Field, which would be torn down in favor of a new library and new veteran's memorial. Details in tomorrow's Folsom Telegraph.Labels: Folsom Library
posted July 20, 2004
Library Design Approved
The New Folsom Library is one step closer to getting built, as the schematic design for the building has been approved. Though the library has been approved by city council, it still may have to go before voters for formal approval. If 3,000 signatures are turned in by July 20, the public will vote on the library location in November. More in the Folsom Telegraph.
Labels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library
posted July 14, 2004
Citizens Dedicated to Improving Folsom
Whether you are in favor of them or not, one thing is for sure: there have been a gamut of grassroots campaigns to change Folsom this year. One campaign was to oust four city council members (it failed), a new campaign is underway to vote on the future of the library (they are gathering signatures), and another to vote on development south of US 50 (gathering signatures). These campaigns have not been short of controversy, however the drive of each of these groups has been significant. Most groups involved have been active on our message boards to help spread the word. Labels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library
posted June 24, 2004
Recall Called Off; Growth Initiative On
Organizers of a city council recall failed to meet the 5 p.m. Thursday deadline to gather 5,000 signatures in support of ousting 4 city council members. Now the focus has been pushed to getting the library location on the November ballot.. They need 3,000 signatures by July. Meanwhile, another group has succeeded in getting a ballot initiative requiring the city to vote on whether or not to pursue annexing land south of US 50.
* News10.net story
* Discuss this on the Forums!Labels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library
posted May 21, 2004
Veteran's Family OK With Library Memorial
The family of the late Marshall Farley, who was killed in Vietnam, is OK with the plan to build a library with a new veteran's memorial on Farley Field, a softball field named after the veteran. Mike Farley, his brother, is frustrated by the efforts of Folsom veterans trying to recall the city council over the library location. Folsom Telegraph article
* $200,000 Recall on the WayLabels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library
posted May 18, 2004
Veterans Want a Recall
A recall petition has been filtering throughout Folsom from Folsom veterans, trying to gain enough signatures to force a recall election of 4 city council members, causing the city over $200,000. The veterans say they will drop the recall if the voters get a say in the location of the proposed city library. Full detailsLabels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library
posted May 12, 2004
New Library Concept Approved
City Council approved the conceptual plans for the new Folsom City Library, which will cost an estimated $8.5 million. The veterans recognition committee have recommended a flag court at the entrance to the library, as well as a memorial fountain and space for future Folsom veterans. Now that the conceptual design is finished, the city can begin on its environmental impact analysis. More details in the Sacramento Bee.
* City Press ReleaseLabels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library
posted March 04, 2004
Library Plans on Review
Folsom City Council is currently reviewing plans for the new proposed city library, a 24,000 square-foot facility which will be built on an existing softball field. Part of the $12 million cost will be in a 13,200 square foot library at the future Empire Ranch High School. The new library will have many amenities, including a coffee bar. More in the Folsom Telegraph.
* Folsom Library discussion on the Folsom ForumsLabels: Folsom City Council, Folsom High School, Folsom Library, schools
posted February 17, 2004
Folsom Library Design Approved
Members of the Folsom Library Commission have approved the final designs for the new Folso mLibrary, which will be built in Folsom City Park. Plans include a central garden court, a cafe, and outdoor patio seating, and will be up to 24,000 square feet in size. The library is not without controversy, as the Lions Club want the land to stay as a softball field. Full details in Sunday's Bee.Labels: Folsom Library
posted January 25, 2004
Another Recall?
The Folsom Lions Club and the Veterans of Folsom are so irritated over the city's choice for its new library, they are willing to petition a recall effort to oust the four council members who voted for it. The library location is at a city softball field which was named in honor of a slain Folsom Veteran. The recall would cost the city approximately $100,000. Details
* Discuss this on the forumsLabels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library
posted December 04, 2003
City Council Seeking Veterans' Input
In an effort to ease any tension with the Folsom Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Folsom City Council is seeking input from the group to determine the fate of a ball field donated by the Veterans in the infancy of the city's charter. The ball field is being removed to make way for the new library, but Veterans are not pleased with the plans, since they originally donated the land to the city. More in the Bee.
11.29.2003
Empire Oaks Teacher Arrested for Child Porn
Scott Gmitter, a 33-year old 4th Grade Teacher at Empire Oaks Elementary, was arrested on 10 counts of child porn. The arrest comes after an investigation spurred by a young student, who accused the teacher of inappropriate touching. Gmitter is now on unpaid administrative leave, following an investigation. More in the Bee.
* Discuss this on the Folsom Forums
11.28.2003
New Library Designs Unveiled
Designs for the New Folsom Library were shown off at a November 18 workshop; the $8.5 million building may be designed with certain themes in mind, from the city's historic district to newer styles of architecture. Some concepts even showed off how angles of the library could capture great views of the city, and almost everybody agrees that the library will benefit the city. See the Bee for details.
11.27.2003
3 Trash Bins Part of City's New Recycling Plan
After the City of Folsom decided to shut down the prison recycling program (due to negative cash flow), it has now decided to put in place a new program, including 3 trash cans for residents. 1 can will be for trash, 1 for recycleables, and one for land waste. If the new program works, the city should be able to reduce residents' solid waste bills by $4 a month. Details
11.26.2003
Light Rail Coming Along Smoothly
Residents and motorists travelling along Folsom Boulevard may notice that the Light Rail project is moving along at a good pace. The old railroad track has been pulled up and further grading has been done to the land; 3 new stops will be put in place at Iron Point, Glenn Drive, and ultimately in Historic Folsom. There are even separate plans for an excursion train up to the city of Latrobe, using the original rail route from the 1800s. More is in the Folsom Telegraph.
11.23.2003
Fire Damages 2 Shops in Historic Folsom
The Colonies Antique Shop and Lingirie Intimates Plus were seriously damaged whe a 2-alarm fire ripped through the stores. A shared wall heater was the culprit of the fire; it is not immediately known how much (in dollars) it burned, but the fire chief coined it "extensive". More in the Sacramento Bee. Labels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library, Folsom Prison
posted November 30, 2003
Folsom Lake College to Be Accredited This Year
Though Folsom Lake College is currently a Consumnes River College satellite campus, the predicted growth of the school has fueled it to become fully accredited, with its first graduating class in May 2004. Four new buildings, including a library and computer science lab will be built over the next few years, and is expected to have an enrollment of 20,000 students by 2012. More is in the Sacramento Bee.Labels: Folsom Lake College, Folsom Library, schools
posted August 15, 2003
New City Library? How About 2!
City Council recently approved not one, but two new city libraries; one at the corner of Stafford and Natoma (currently a softball field), and the second on the future Empire Ranch High School location. The main library will be 20,000 square feet (expandable to 26,000), while the secondary will be 13,300 square feet. More details are on the city's website.
* Full Conceptual Plan for Main LibraryLabels: Folsom City Council, Folsom High School, Folsom Library, schools
posted July 22, 2003
6.22.2003
Folsom's City Budget Includes New Positions
Despite the economic problems of the state, the city of Folsom is benefitting from increased sales tax, water rates, sewer rates, garbage rates, and property taxes. With $12 million more to use than last year, the city is able to build a city library and downtown parking structure, and hire more employees. This includes 5 new police officers, 5 new crime analysts, and additional funds for the Fire Department. More is in the Bee.Labels: Folsom Fire Department, Folsom Library, Folsom Police
posted June 23, 2003
City Council Borrowing Money to Build Library
One year after Folsom residents voted not to have a special tax just for a city library, Folsom City Council decided to borrow the money needed and dig in to the city's general fund to pay for it. After learning that chances of getting a state grant were slim with the statewide budget crisis, residents will still pay for it one way or another. Kerri Howell was the sole member of city council who opposed this decision. More is in the Bee.
Also See: Anonymous Poll: What do you think? / About the Library / Telegraph articleLabels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library, Kerri Howell
posted June 15, 2003
Budget Workshop Today @ City Hall
The 2003-2004 preliminary budget for the city of Folsom will be discussed today (Wednesday, June 4) at City Hall, and is open to the public. The $142 million budget includes some new funding for areas such as parks, the library project, and police & fire departments. City Manager Martha Lofgren feels todays' budget is a "truly 'good news' budget proposal". More is in the Telegraph.
Labels: Folsom Library, Folsom Police
posted June 04, 2003
5.7.2003
Where Will We Have a New Library?
The library debate never ends - this time around, the newest wrench in the process is the location. Currently under review is the Folsom City Lions Park at the corner of Natoma & Stafford, where a proposed library may be placed. Fire Station no. 35 is the current location of a future library, after the current building is torn down. At issue is the resourcefulness of tearing down a perfectly good building in favor of a new one. The study for the Park location should take about 4 weeks to complete. More is in the Telegraph. Labels: Folsom Library
posted May 08, 2003
New Plans For Folsom Library
Even though voters turned down a proposed library bond for a new library, supporters of the Folsom library have put together some cost-effective alternatives to adding more space for books and library offices. The new plan looks at moving the library to the current Folsom Fire Department headquarters. The Fire Department is moving in this summer. More is in the Bee.
Also See: About the Folsom Library
4.7.2003
Folsom Homecoming Queen Now in Iraq
Maria McClure, a 20-year old Folsom High graduate, is now on her way (or already in) to Iraq to support the troops. McClure, a National Guard soldier, is one of the 15% of female troops in the war, a considerable jump since Desert Storm. The 2001 Homecoming Queen is specially trained to drive a Humvee, and may or may not be serving directly in operation Iraqi Freedom. Her studies at Cal Poly have been briefly interrupted to serve in the war. More is in the Bee.Labels: armed forces, Folsom Library, Iraq
posted April 07, 2003
Folsom May Explore 2-Library Option
With the failure of last year's library bond, the city realized that it is going to have to get a little creative in alternatives for a new library. How about... 2 libraries? The city may explore the possibility of keeping the existing library, and seeking funds for a smaller, 26,000 square-foot library to compliment it. With this option, the city would have to find $905,000 more to apply for a grant from the state, which in turn would pay for the rest of the library if approved. More is in the Folsom Telegraph. Labels: Folsom Library
posted March 06, 2003
Decision Time 2002
It's that time of the year again - election day is right around the corner. Chances are you have a pretty good idea on who to vote for in the governor's race and the larger elections, however a lot of people do not have much information on our local candidates. Take a look at our Folsom City Council Voting Guide and decide for yourself who you'll be voting for on November 5th. Also provided are the candidates responses to the Folsom library issue, provided by the Folsom Library YES Campaign.
Also See: SmartVoter.Org Labels: Folsom Library
posted October 16, 2002
Library Bond Fails to Pass
Preliminary reports indicate that Measure A, a write-in special bond aimed at increasing property taxes by $50 a year, failed to pass. 66% of all votes was needed to pass the bond, which would have built a new library for the city. Out of 10,849 votes, 6,414 (59%) votes 'yes', while 4,386 (40%) voted 'no. More information is available at the city's project web page, and the Sacramento Bee.Labels: Folsom Library
posted June 07, 2002
City Asks Residents for More Money With Measure A
Check your mailbox... letters have been mailed out for the public vote of Measure A, a bond vote which aims to raise property taxes by an average of $50 a year, in an effort to build a new public library. Residents are asked to mail in their vote by June 4, at which time the city will tally the votes. If passed, the measure will help build a 35,000 square foot public library in Folsom. More information can be viewed from the city of Folsom. Labels: Folsom Library
posted May 12, 2002
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