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Sara Beth Williams

A pie chart shared by the city shows Citrus Heights Police Department receiving 57 percent of general funds. Additionally, 23% of the funds are being allocated toward administrative services, 8% to General Services, 3% to the City Manager's office, and the rest of the funds will go toward economic development and community engagement, community development, and transfers to non-general fund reserves.

Citrus Heights newly adopted budget allocates $8M to roads for next two years

The Citrus Heights City Council adopted its biennial budget on Wednesday, which details the city’s planned spending and anticipated revenues for the next two years.

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5 new eateries to watch for in Citrus Heights

A wave of new food, drink, and specialty businesses are expected to open in Citrus Heights in the second half of 2025…

A new Juice and dessert shop is planning to open at Sunrise Village in Citrus Heights later in 2025. // SB Williams

New juice shop planned for local shopping center in Citrus Heights

A juice and ice cream shop focused on natural and healthy fruit juice and sweet treat options is expected to come to the Sunrise Village,

Fire crews responded to a fire at Mitchel Village Park on Friday, June 13, 2025. // Mike Hazlip.

A series of grass fires sparks investigation by authorities

Authorities are investigating two separate fires that broke out Friday afternoon, both near residential areas in Citrus Heights. 

A new quick service restaurant could take the place of the former Marie Callander's. // SB Williams

Citrus Heights Planning Commission approves quick service restaurant site plan

A Use Permit to allow a new quick service restaurant with drive thru along Sunrise Boulevard was unanimously approved by the Citrus Heights Planning Commission Tuesday.

Artist Amie Nowell began painting a new mural at Sylvan Corners in Citrus Heights, Wednesday, June 11, 2025. // SB Williams

New mural underway at Sylvan Corners

After years of vision and persistence, a new Citrus Heights Arts District is becoming a reality, beginning with the creation of a large-scale mural…

Pinkberry is expected to open mid-to-late June at Sunrise Village in Citrus Heights. // Sb Williams

Frozen yogurt chain preparing to open in Citrus Heights

A popular frozen yogurt chain is expected to open in June at Sunrise Village in Citrus Heights…

A suspect was arrested by CHPD June 10 for hit and run and DUI. // Courtesy of Citrus Heights Police Department

Suspect apprehended after hit and run in Citrus Heights

A suspect involved in a hit-and-run crash was arrested Tuesday evening after fleeing the scene near Greenback Lane and Binet Drive, according to the Citrus Heights Police Department.

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Civic Minute: What’s going on at Citrus Heights City Hall?

The Citrus Heights City Council will on Wednesday be asked to approve a biennial budget, road maintenance funding, a contract amendment for the San Juan Complete Streets project, an amended salary table, and a master fee schedule…

Construction begins on Antelope Road

Construction began on Antelope Road on Monday June 9, according to an announcement from the city…