Residents favor vacancy ordinance, Citrus Heights Council wants property owner feedback
At the Sept. 24 City Council meeting, officials presented survey results showing strong resident support for a potential commercial vacancy reoccupancy ordinance, but several councilmembers pressed for…
New bakery now open in Citrus Heights
A new bakery has opened in Sunrise Village in Citrus Heights, the Sunrise MarketPlace business improvement district announced.
City Council votes against implementing ‘daylighting’ fines, asks for revision
The Citrus Heights City Council voted Wednesday 3-2 to postpone implementing parking violation fines in Citrus Heights that were proposed in light of California’s new “Daylighting” law.
Citrus Heights red light cameras still operational, as county drops program
Amid the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office announcement last week regarding the cancellation of their red light camera program, red light cameras remain operational in Citrus Heights, according to local police…
Citrus Heights council questions report from education committee
By Sara Beth Williams– During a long-awaited presentation on Thursday by the Citrus Heights Education Committee to the City Council, the committee outlined their analysis and recommendations on improving the quality of education in Citrus Heights and the…
Late-night batting cage opens in Citrus Heights
By Sara Beth Williams– A new batting cage practice facility opened in Citrus Heights last month and has already seen “tons of support” from the community and local surrounding leagues, according to a key trainer at the facility…
Spring musical performances underway at Mesa Verde High School
Following the closure of Theatre in the Heights last year, community theatrical performances have been a hard find in Citrus Heights — but this week, residents will performances of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown on display at…
Budget Update: Citrus Heights on track for $4M surplus
By Phillip Pesola– Following a mid-year budget presentation last month showing Citrus Heights is projected to have a nearly $4 million surplus, the City Council approved adjustments to the city’s current budget…
Another store has shuttered at Sunrise Mall, but there’s a glimmer of hope
By Sara Beth Williams– The latest closure at Sunrise Mall is a volunteer-operated store that sought to provide clothing for those experiencing homeless and housing instability, but the store’s former manage says there’s a chance it could still…
What’s going on with plans to improve Auburn Boulevard?
By Sara Beth Williams– More than a year after Auburn Boulevard Business Association (ABBA) president Richard Hale retired and stepped down from his position, the organization remains “dormant,” according to city officials and a prior co-chair…
Rusch Park restrooms closed as district struggles with recurring damage
By Sara Beth Williams– The restrooms on the east side of Rusch Community Park could be closed for several months…
The Civic Minute: what’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?
Sentinel staff report– Citrus Heights City Council members will meet Thursday evening to consider changes to several fees, as well as vote on mid-year amendments to the city’s budget and a contract with CalPERS…
