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City Unveils South of 50 Plans
The city of Folsom unveiled an elaborative master plan for l3,500 acres south of US 50. 30,000 residents and 7,500 jobs would be added to the city, and development would not likely begin until at least 2010. A full report from the city is forthcoming.
* Discuss in the Folsom Forum
* Land use mapLabels: annexation, map, master plan, South of 50
posted June 12, 2007
Seen it All in Folsom?
Think you've seen everything there is to see in our fair town? We beg to differ. After you've hit all of the typical tourist spots in Folsom, we ask you to see some of the parts of town that are not so well-known. Do you know where Folsom's first college was? Now you will.Labels: map
posted July 20, 2006
Asbestos Concern Areas Grow
A new, detailed map showing areas of naturally-occurring asbestos has been revealed. A public meeting will be available on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Rancho Murieta Community Service District, 15160 Jackson Road.
* Folsom Asbestos - What it Means to YouLabels: asbestos, map
posted July 09, 2006
East Bidwell Bridge Approved
A new pedestrian/bicycle bridge has been approved and will span over East Bidwell Street at the bike trail, following Humbug Creek. Costs were a concern for a while but some structural modifications have improved that. Construction should be completed by summer 2007.
* Photo map of Folsom bike trails
* Full Folsom trails mapLabels: biking, map, trails
posted March 03, 2006
Schools Celebrate Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week, a national campaign to showcase law enforcement and drug prevention, made its way to several Folsom schools last week. A Blackhawk helicopter at Gallardo Elementary was one of the highlights of the day.Labels: Gallardo Elementary, map, schools
posted November 03, 2005
New Humbug Creek Bridge In
It seems as though every 6 months or so, Folsom is home to a new bridge. Thanks to the work of Folsom City Trails coordinator Jim Kopopka and many volunteers, Folsom's famous bikeways now have a new bridge over Humbug Creek. Find out where and see the story in the Bee.Labels: map, trails
posted October 28, 2005
High School Groundbreaking on Thursday
Vista del Lago High School, which will be Folsom's second major high school, will officially break ground on Thursday, 5:15 pm. The high school is a year off schedule due to naturally-occurring asbestos cleanup, but will hopefully be built soon. The high school will be located at 1970 Broadstone Parkway.Labels: asbestos, map, schools, Vista Del Lago
posted September 18, 2005
$1.2M Bridge to Link Trails
Folsom's legendary trail system may soon be getting an upgrade, with a pedestrian and bicycle bridge that goes over East Bidwell. Various bridge designs are being pitched to the city and Folsom City Council is expected to vote on the project in December or January. Story in the Sacramento Bee.
* Folsom Trails Map
* Folsom Bike Trails Photo MapLabels: Folsom City Council, map, trails
posted August 10, 2005
Cool Off at Folsom Lake
A wet spring and rising temperatures equates to a lake full of water... and people. Since a few of the parking lots are under water, some people have had to be turned away at Folsom Lake, as there is not enough room for everyone. Every weekend, about 1,400 boats visit the lake. Story in The Sacramento Bee.
* Folsom Lake Boating Map
* Folsom Lake Topography Map
* Folsom Lake Trails MapLabels: Folsom Lake, map, trails
posted July 15, 2005
South of 50 Plans In Play
The city of Folsom is pushing forward with plans to annex land south of Highway 50, and under the current vision, it will look very similar to Folsom today, though 150 acres is set aside for walkable communities. It has land set aside for another major employer along the same scale as Intel. Story in the Bee.
* Annexation Map
* More on the South of 50 expansionLabels: Intel, map, South of 50
posted June 19, 2005
Undiscovered Gems
Folsom's bike trails are some of the best in California... that says a lot for such a beautiful state! MyFolsom.com photographer Craig Learoyd has gone throughout the trails and taken pictures at almost all of the vista points... check out the photos, map, and even GPS coordinates of the journey! A MyFolsom.com exclusive!
* Folsom, CA Bikeway Map with PhotosLabels: biking, map, trails
posted April 16, 2005
Lago Vista High Cleanup Scheduled
Folsom citizens concerned about the asbestos cleanup at the Lago Vista High School site are invited to attend a public review of the proposal. The school district plans on covering the soil with woven fabric, with a layer of clean fill dirt over it. Construction could start as early as this summer. Full details in the Bee.Labels: asbestos, Folsom High School, map, schools, Vista Del Lago
posted January 16, 2005
New Maps on MyFolsom
Our Folsom Maps section has been incredibly popular since we started it. So we'll continue to create more! Since our Folsom Parks map was so popular, we made a similar map of Folsom schools - complete with pictures of each school. Also now part of the site, a topographical map, showing Folsom Lake's depths at various locations on the lake.Labels: map, schools
posted November 15, 2004
Asbestos? ... Who Cares?
...2 people, to be exact. After 1,700 fliers were sent out to Folsom residents regarding how Folsom-Cordova planned on cleaning up the naturally occurring asbestos at the Lago Vista High School work site, only 2 showed up to speak at the hearing. For the record, the school grounds will be covered with clean fill, and fabric, however it appears the public's concern for this is not very much. DetailsLabels: asbestos, Folsom High School, map, schools, Vista Del Lago
posted October 10, 2004
Take the Apple Bus!
It's fall, and we all know what that means in the foothills - Apple Hill time. Many families make it a habit to check out the hills of Placerville to pick some pumpkins, check out the fall foliage, and eat some oh-so-good apple delights. Apple Hill is now hosting a shuttle bus on the weekends until October 31 - starting at ending at Schnell School, a new bus every 15-30 minutes.
* Apple Hill MapLabels: map, schools
posted September 26, 2004
Lago Vista High Construction On Hold
Plans for Folsom's new high school, Lago Vista High School, have been put on hold indefinitely, in light of the naturally occuring asbestos found at the construction site. An action plan to remove the asbestos is needed by October 1, and a preliminary environmental assessment by October 15. Details in the Folsom TelegraphLabels: asbestos, Folsom High School, map, schools, Vista Del Lago
posted September 08, 2004
Public Meeting on Light Rail
Regional Transit will host a community meeting to discuss progress on Folsom’s Light Rail project on Wednesday, July 28 at the Granite Center, 909 Mormon St. in Folsom. An open house will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a presentation at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Come by if you are interested in the progress of light rail in Folsom!
* Discuss in the forums
* Proposed Light Rail Map
* Light Rail delayed 2-3 monthsLabels: Light Rail, map
posted July 27, 2004
Need a Map of Folsom?
Did you know MyFolsom.com hosts a wide variety of maps of Folsom? Whether you are looking for Folsom tourist attractions, parks in Folsom, or trails in Folsom, we can help you out. If you have a particular need for a map that is related to Folsom, please let us know - we can probably accomodate it!
* Folsom MapsLabels: map, trails
posted July 26, 2004
Asbestos at Lago Vista High School
Empire Ranch residents are a little alarmed at the discovery of naturally-occurring asbestos at the site of the new Lago Vista High School, scheduled to open in Fall 2006. Serpentine rock, a common creator of natural asbestos, was found on the land, and now a multi-million dollar cleanup effort is planned, possibly delaying the school to 2007. Details: Sac BeeLabels: asbestos, Folsom High School, map, schools, Vista Del Lago
posted July 24, 2004
Explore Folsom Parks!
One of the biggest reasons families flock to Folsom is the beautiful parks and trails in the area. 37 (and counting) parks exist in all of Folsom - have you seen them all? Chances are you haven't. We show you all the parks in Folsom, as well as photos of every park, from large to small. Folsom Parks MapLabels: map, trails
posted July 22, 2004
Folsom Trails to Expand
Folsom is perhaps most well-known for its expansive trail system - miles of bikeways, jogging areas, and beautiful scenery. Folsom has been given awards for its bike-friendliness, and was the recipent of a $157,000 grant to improve the trail system. It makes sense that the city is going to continue a good thing by expanding it. Sacramento Bee article
* Folsom Bike Map
* Folsom Lake Trails MapLabels: biking, Folsom Lake, map, trails
posted July 08, 2004
Upgrades for Folsom Parks
The city is setting aside $4.1 million to upgrade some of its parks, mostly bringing them up to code. Old basketball courts will be torn out and re-done, picnic tables and benches will be upgraded, and unused tennis courts will be torn out. $2 million will be spent at the Folsom Zoo, for a new kitchen and employee changing room. No word yet on whether the city will finish any of its unfinished parks. Folsom Telegraph article
* Folsom Parks Map - includes list of amenities in each parkLabels: Folsom Zoo, map
posted June 30, 2004
Time to Hit the Lake
The weather is warming up and the storms have all but dissipated in Folsom. We all know what that means... it's officially lake weather. Before you head out, make sure you download a Boating Map of Folsom Lake, or even a Folsom Lake trails map if you plan on doing some hiking.
* About Folsom LakeLabels: Folsom Lake, map, trails
posted April 12, 2004
Introducing... Lago Vista High School
Folsom residents will not have to wait any longer in anticipation of naming the new high school, as Lago Vista was chosen as the official school name for Folsom's second high school. Several names such as Empire High and Lake View High were considered, but Lago Vista was ultimately chosen. More details in the Folsom Telegraph.
* Lago Vista High School Campus MapLabels: Folsom High School, map, schools, Vista Del Lago
posted March 24, 2004
California Int'l Marathon Hits Folsom
The 21st Annual California International Marathon will be on Sunday, December 7th, starting in Folsom, at the entrance to the Folsom Dam (formerly Folsom Dam Road). The marathon will go all the way to the State Capitol, however it will block traffic from Folsom-Auburn to Oak Avenue from the 6:30 - 7:30 am time frame.
* California International Marathon 2003
* MapLabels: Dam Road, map
posted December 06, 2003
Folsom Lake at Capacity - 466 feet above sea level
Folsom residents that have been to the lake recently have seen something the city has not seen in some time: a capacity-level lake. With the late rains and snowfall in April, water has been flowing at a rapid pace, causing boat ramps and parking lots to fill with water. While boaters of the lake have loved the increased surface water level, it has caused an issue, since some boat launches and parking lots have ended up underwater. More is in the Bee.
Also See: What boat ramps are open / Map of Folsom LakeLabels: Folsom Lake, map
posted June 07, 2003
Costco Opens Friday
Residents from Placerville to Orangevale have been eagerly awaiting the oppening of the news Costco in Folsom, set to open Friday May 23rd at 8 am. The newest Costco, at Highway 50 and East Bidwell, expects to be a big boost to the city's tax revenue, with an estimated $750,000 - $1,000,000 annually. The new Costco will have a gas station, coffee bar, as well as the standard Costco goodies! More is in the Sacramento Bee.
Also See: Costco.Com / Map of Folso Costco / Discuss in forumsLabels: map
posted May 22, 2003
New Maps of Folsom Lake
Now that the spring season is in full swing (well, it should be, at least), chances are many of you may be thinking about heading out to Folsom Lake. Download a copy of our Folsom Lake boating map for launch areas and picnic areas, and then take a look at all the hiking and biking trails around the lake. We'll soon have more maps on the way, so stay tuned!Labels: Folsom Lake, map, trails
posted April 22, 2003
Intel Helping City With Affordable Housing Goals
Santa Clara based Intel Corporation, Sacramento Valley's leading employer, has decided to help the city reach its affordable housing goals, by giving it 10 acres of unused land. A majority of affordable housing has been slated for South Folsom, while North Folsom only comprises about 1% of the city's affordable housing goals. The city votes on the land next month. More is in the Business Journal.
Also See: Folsom Re-Zoning Map / About Intel FolsomLabels: Intel, map
posted February 06, 2003
The Man in Black
In 1956, Johnny Cash put Folsom on the map with his #1 Billboard hit, "Folsom Prison Blues". If nothing else, Folsom is well known for its maximum-security prison, with many thanks to Johnny Cash. Though he never shot a man in Reno just to watch him die, it still is a catchy tune, and one of Cash's most famous songs. Click here to read a little bit about it.
Also See: JohnnyCash.Com / More Pictures of Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison Labels: Folsom Prison, Johnny Cash, map
posted January 16, 2003
City Council Looks to Prairie Oaks & Willow Springs to Shoulder Almost 40% of Low-Income Re-Zoning
Prairie Oaks and Willow Springs residents are concerned over the possibility of over 51 acres of property being rezoned for low-income housing purposes. The areas specifically are almost 42 acres surrounding Folsom High School, in addition to 10 acres of land near Safeway on Iron Point, directly across the street from Intel, compiling a total of almost 40% of land looking to be re-zoned. Residents are specifically interested about the effects it will have on the high school, as well as the overall concern that the re-zoned land will not be distributed evenly throughout Folsom communities. The next planning commission hearing is October 16, 6:30, City Hall.
Also See: Prairie Oaks Press Release / Minutes - 10/8 City Council Meeting / 10/16 Planning Commission Agenda / Sac Bee Article / Re-Zone Map (not confirmed)Labels: Folsom High School, map, schools
posted October 15, 2002
Let Summer Begin
Ready or not, Memorial Day signals the start of summer, and the fun that goes with it. While some people will be electing for an outdoor barbeque or watching the Kings game, many people feel a day at the lake is a great way to celebrate the sunny season. Whether you're camping, boating, or hiking, Folsom Lake is sure to be jam packed this weekend and for many months to come. Check out some of the things to do at Folsom Lake. Don't forget your map to the lake boat launch points - there's sure to be one near you!
Other Events:
Sacramento Jazz Jubilee
Kings/Lakers - NBA Western Conference FinalsLabels: map
posted May 22, 2002
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