Community Voices
Guest Opinion: Citrus Heights should fine people for not wearing masks inside businesses
When Gov. Gavin Newsom’s executive order directed all residents wear a face covering when outdoors on June 18, Citrus Heights Police Chief Ron Lawrence was quoted saying, “The Citrus Heights Police Department will not be criminally enforcing the…
GUEST OPINION: Defunding police would make us less safe
Guest opinion by Sue Frost–The killing of George Floyd was horrific — and the officers responsible have been arrested and will stand trial. But now politicians and activists are blaming everyone in a uniform. “Defund the police” has…
Doctor’s Column: My experience with virtual visits and the COVID-19 pandemic
By Dr. Christine Braid– Maintaining social distance amid the COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult, as isolation can breed fear and depression. As a result, the nature of healthcare delivery is shifting and virtual visits with physicians are playing…
Public Comment: marijuana sales, gag rule, homelessness
Comments submitted by members of the public for the Citrus Heights City Council’s May 28 meeting addressed a range of topics, including marijuana sales, whether planning commissioners should be allowed to speak to media, and homelessness.
Guest Column: Four reasons to oppose the proposed transportation sales tax increase
Guest opinion by County Supervisor Sue Frost– Last week, the Sacramento Transportation Authority voted to approve an expenditure plan for a local half-percent sales tax increase across Sacramento County (including Citrus Heights) by a vote of 11-5 that…
GUEST COLUMN: What we’re doing at San Juan Water District to transition our elections
Guest submission by Ted Costa– In the early 1950’s, when Folsom Dam was being built, it became necessary to build a treatment plant to serve eastern Sacramento with American River water. The Legislature then formed the first Community…
GUEST OPINION: Three concerns with COVID-19 response in Citrus Heights
Guest Opinion by David Warren– Data from the Sacramento County Public Health department shows the number of deaths associated with COVID-19 is among the highest in Citrus Heights, only surpassed by the City and County of Sacramento.
Guest Opinion: Some healthy advice for both leaders and protesters
To the protesters against public health restrictions: You object to the stay-at-home, social distance, business curtailment measures and public event cancellations as infringements on your liberty.
Guest Opinion: San Juan Water District shouldn’t delay move to district elections
Rate payers from the Citrus Heights and Fair Oaks Water districts represent over 60% of the San Juan Water District’s wholesale water service connections; however, four of the San Juan Water District Board’s five..
Guest Opinion: Fatal crash sheds light on need to reconsider LED street lighting
Guest opinion submitted by Mark Baker– In February, I met with the Citrus Heights staff about the dangerous glare at the intersection of Auburn Boulevard and Greenback Lane.
Realtor’s Corner: Skipping mortgage payments during the COVID-19 crisis?
This spring certainly isn’t typical, and although real estate made the cut on the “essential services” list, our clients’ needs to make a move has challenged the real estate industry to flex like never before.
Guest Column: Navigating parenthood during a pandemic
Families across the country are adapting to a new in-home routine to keep themselves and others safe during this unprecedented time. As many are facing adjusted school and work days, here are some tips to help keep kids…
