Citrus Heights Sentinel

Outgoing Citrus Heights city manager says ‘its been an honor of a lifetime’
Sentinel staff report– Christopher Boyd formally said farewell to the City Council on Thursday night, after serving for a decade as the city’s founding police chief and his subsequent service as city manager since 2016.

Q&A: Is there an exemption to fee hike for residents who compost?
Sentinel staff report– With a significant fee hike and weekly organics waste recycling program in Citrus Heights slated to go into effect in July, some residents are wondering if those who already compost their food scraps will be…

Citrus Heights News Briefs: conservation, water board, house fire
Latest local news briefs include a firefighter being burned while responding to a fire, hiring underway for principals at both Citrus Heights high schools, an open position on a water board, and a free webinar offering help with…

Citrus Heights winemaker wins award as business grows
By Mike Hazlip— Cory Darnell spent a decade making wine in Europe, now he calls Citrus Heights home where he produces an award winning vintage.

Police find shell casing after large fight near San Juan High School
By Mike Hazlip— Citrus Heights police are continuing to investigate after officers on Thursday afternoon responded to reports of a gunshot and a large fight involving more than 20 people across from San Juan High School.

City planner talks about living in Citrus Heights, and her 6-minute commute
In a weekly “Meet Me Monday” series that began broadcasting last year on the city’s social media channels, the city’s associate planner, Alison Bermudez, talked about what its like living in Citrus Heights and working for the city.

What’s going on with that eyesore gas station on Auburn Blvd?
By Mike Hazlip— Plans to renovate a long-shuttered gas station at 8244 Auburn Blvd. are currently pending approval from several county departments, a representative for the property said this week.

Construction of new trail in Citrus Heights to start this summer, after pandemic delays
Sentinel staff report– Although plans to begin construction were delayed last year due to COVID-19, a city spokeswoman confirmed last week that construction of a new 2.9-mile trail through Citrus Heights is anticipated to begin this Summer.

The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?
City Council members will meet Thursday evening to consider approving a $3 million roadway project, hold a public hearing on waste fee increases, and consider authorizing a new Small Business COVID Recovery Grant Program.

More small-lot housing is coming to Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— Site work for an 8-unit townhouse development slated for a small parcel near Walmart on Auburn Boulevard is now underway, with grading and construction fencing visible at the site. The project at 7078 Auburn Blvd.…