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…
Triple-digit temps prompt Citrus Heights to open cooling center
Sentinel staff report– The Senior Center inside the Citrus Heights Community Center opened this week as a cooling center for those seeking to escape a heat wave currently hitting the region.
The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?
Sentinel staff report– The City Council will meet Thursday evening to hold a public hearing on a proposal to significantly raise various fees on residential and commercial development in the city. The council will also consider approving a…
The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?
Sentinel staff report– The City Council will meet Thursday evening to hold a public hearing on a proposal to significantly raise various fees on residential and commercial development in the city. The council will also consider approving a…
Citrus Heights eyes mixed-use residential options for Auburn Blvd
By Mike Hazlip— The City of Citrus Heights is conducting a feasibility study to determine if under-used commercial lots along Auburn Boulevard could potentially become residential real estate.
City provides update on improvement projects across Citrus Heights
By Phillip Pesola– Major city projects are underway across Citrus Heights, including a $3.3 million roadway project on Greenback Lane, a $9.1 million trail project, and a soon-to-start residential repaving project.
Citrus Heights council votes 5-0 to oppose sports betting initiative
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights City Council last week unanimously voted to oppose a California sports betting initiative set for the November ballot, citing concerns of “frivolous lawsuits.” City Manager Ashley Feeney told city leaders during the…
