News and Press Releases
April 8, 2025 Rocklin City Council Recap
The Rocklin City Council meeting on April 8, 2025, highlighted significant community milestones, including the recognition of local leaders and an insightful presentation on the Rocklin Police Department’s efforts. Here’s a quick recap of the key moments from the meeting:
Rocklin Historical Society Heritage Street Faire
May 3, 2025
Join us at the Rocklin Heritage Street Faire on Front Street for a day packed with excitement and celebration of our town’s rich history and vibrant culture!
Discover Rocklin’s past, savor tasty street food, and enjoy live music and dance performances all day long. With activities for every age, it’s the perfect event for families and friends to come together and create lasting memories.
Don’t miss this chance to experience the heart and soul of Rocklin.
This event is brought to you by the Rocklin Historical Society.
Scheduled Phone System Outage
April 5, 2025, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The City of Rocklin has scheduled a phone system outage to perform essential updates and maintenance. Please note that emergency 911 calls, as well as residential and private business landlines, will not be impacted. This outage will only affect City-owned landline phone connections.
DATE: April 5, 2025
TIME: 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
DURATION: Approximately 5 Hours
March 25 Rocklin City Council Recap
The Rocklin City Council held a productive meeting on March 25, 2025, covering a variety of important updates and community announcements. Here’s a recap of the key items discussed:
Updated Fire Hazard Severity Zones in Rocklin
What You Need to Know
The City of Rocklin is in the process of implementing new Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) designations, following state law requirements that aim to enhance fire safety and reduce wildfire risk. These updated FHSZ designations will impact real estate transactions, defensible space requirements, and building codes for properties in Rocklin. Here’s what residents need to know:
Annual Easter Egg Hunt – Rocklin Firefighters Association
April 20, 2025
Join us for the annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by the Rocklin Firefighters Association, at Johnson Springview Park!
This fun-filled family event features an exciting egg hunt, face painting, balloon animals, a coffee bar, and the chance to snap a picture with the Easter Bunny! Bring your loved ones and enjoy a day of community spirit, laughter, and celebration. This event is proudly brought to you by the Rocklin Firefighters Union.
Spring Medication Take-Back Day
Multiple agencies taking back unwanted prescription drugs
On Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Rocklin Police Department, Rocklin Fire Department, and multiple agencies across western Placer County will help the public prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted medications.
February 25 Rocklin City Council Recap
At the Rocklin City Council meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, several important topics were discussed, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, financial updates, and the Clover Valley funding agreement.
Rocklin Parks and Recreation Announces Spring/Summer 2025 Recreation Guide
February 2025
The Rocklin Parks and Recreation Department is excited to unveil its Spring/Summer 2025 Recreation Guide, packed with a wide variety of programs and activities for all ages. This season offers fantastic opportunities to learn, stay active, and engage with the community through unique events and new partnerships designed to make your summer unforgettable.
Highlighted programs for the upcoming season include:
Student Art in City Hall Program: A New Opportunity to Celebrate Local Talent
February 2025
The City of Rocklin, in partnership with the Rocklin Unified School District (RUSD), is excited to announce the launch of the Student Art in City Hall Program. This initiative, created by the Rocklin Arts Commission, offers local students the chance to showcase their artistic talents in a public space. The program will feature rotating exhibitions of student artwork in the foyer outside the City Council Chambers, bringing the creativity of Rocklin’s young artists into the heart of the community.
January 14 Rocklin City Council Recap
Arts Commissioner Appointed By City Council
During Tuesday night’s Rocklin city council meeting, City Clerk Avinta Singh swore in newly appointed Arts Commissioner Pranil Shankar.
2025 Ruhkala Award Nominations Now Open
The annual Ruhkala Community Service Awards recognize exemplary community service efforts in the City of Rocklin. These awards were created to acknowledge the hard work of those individuals and groups who have contributed to bettering our Rocklin community!
There are four categories of awards:
Individual or Couple: This annual award honors an individual or couple who have made significant contributions to the City of Rocklin through community service.
Dive-In Cinema
Rocklin High Pool
Join us for a splashing good time at Rocklin High Pool for Dive-In Cinema! Float under the stars or relax poolside as we screen a family-friendly movie on our big outdoor screen.
Evenings in the Park
Quarry Park & Twin Oaks
Step into the rhythm of community spirit at Evenings in the Park – where the parks come alive with music, laughter, and boundless joy! Get ready for an unforgettable evening under the open sky, filled with the pulse of local talent, enticing aromas from food trucks, and the vibrant energy of artisan vendors showcasing their finest crafts.
City of Rocklin Holiday Furlough Notice
A friendly reminder that the City of Rocklin will be closed from Wednesday, December 25, 2024, through Wednesday, January 1, 2025, for the annual holiday furlough. City offices will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2025. During this time, emergency services will remain fully staffed and available.
The following City offices and buildings will be closed:
Rocklin Appoints 2025 Mayor & Vice Mayor
During the December 10, 2024 Rocklin City Council meeting, Council appointed Vice Mayor Jill Gayaldo to serve as Mayor and Councilmember David Bass to serve as Vice-Mayor.
Rocklin Civic Celebration
Johnson-Springview Park
Join the City of Rocklin on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Johnson-Springview Park for the Rocklin Civic Celebration, a family-friendly event that brings the community together for a fun and educational evening.
City of Rocklin Seeks Input From Residents in Community-Wide Survey
Rocklin has partnered with Polco, a leader in the field of civic engagement and surveying, to issue the 2024 National Community Survey. We’d like all residents and community members to participate! Resident feedback through this survey is integral in informing important future decision-making based on community feedback!
City Council Approves Amendments to Rocklin Municipal Code
During Tuesday night’s Rocklin City Council meeting, Councilmembers approved amendments to the Rocklin Municipal Code (RMC) for the use of motorized vehicles in recreation areas to enhance safety and enjoyment to all park users.