News and Press Releases
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.
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.
Ineffable Music Group Donates $5,000 to Rocklin Community Theatre, Supporting Local Arts and Youth Programs
Ineffable Music Group, a proud partner with the City of Rocklin, which manages and oversees Quarry Park Amphitheatre, has generously donated $5,000 to the Rocklin Community Theatre in recognition of the organization’s invaluable contribution to the community. The donation reflects Ineffable Music Group’s ongoing commitment to supporting local arts and fostering creativity, especially within organizations like Rocklin Community Theatre that play a vital role in enriching the community.
Rocklin Santa Tour Dates & Locations Announced
Exciting news! Rocklin’s Santa Tours are back this holiday season!
Every December, the Rocklin Firefighters are called upon to assist Santa Claus in visiting the neighborhoods of Rocklin. This tradition has been occurring in Rocklin since the 1970s and has continued to be a favorite event of families in the community.
Congratulations to the 2024 Best of the Best Businesses in Rocklin
As we know, Rocklin is home to a thriving community of passionate entrepreneurs, dedicated service providers, and innovative business owners who work tirelessly to improve the lives of those around them. The Placer Herald’s Best of the Best 2024 awards have once again highlighted the outstanding businesses that make our community shine, and we couldn’t be more proud to celebrate their achievements!
Ready to Vote, Rocklin!
Ready to Vote?
To ensure their voters can confidently and successfully cast their ballots in the November 5, 2024 General Election, the Placer County Elections Office would like to share a few important reminders.
Casting Your Vote in Person
City of Rocklin Unveils Conceptual Rendering for New Fire Station 22
The City of Rocklin is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our public safety efforts with the release of the conceptual rendering for the new Fire Station 22, designed to serve the southeast portion of our community. This area encompasses the Sierra College campus, home to nearly 20,000 students, as well as our largest commercial development.
Groundbreaking for Future Nugget Market Site in Whitney Ranch
On Tuesday, October 22, Rocklin Councilmembers, City Staff, and
developers came together to celebrate the groundbreaking for the
new Nugget Market location at the corner of Whitney Ranch Parkway
and University Avenue.
This marks the beginning of a larger development that will
feature a commercial shopping center with ten buildings, totaling
around 95,000 square feet. Nugget Market will be the centerpiece,
bringing a 44,000 square foot grocery store to the Whitney Ranch
area—the first of its kind!
October 22 Rocklin City Council Recap
October 23-31 Declared Red Ribbon Week
During Tuesday evening’s Rocklin City Council meeting, Councilmembers approved a proclamation declaring October 23-31, 2024 as Red Ribbon Week.
Rocklin Voting Ballot Drop Box Locations
With local, state and federal elections underway, it is important that Rocklin residents are aware of the various ballot drop box locations throughout the city.
City of Rocklin has an official Placer County Election Office ballot drop box located outside of Historic City Hall, which is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, until the close of Election Day on Tuesday, November 5 2024.
Additional drop-box locations in Rocklin include:
Temporary Noncommercial Signs in Rocklin
The City of Rocklin would like to remind the community of the regulations and processes with displaying temporary noncommercial signs in Rocklin.
October 8 Rocklin City Council Recap
October 2024 Declared Hindu Heritage Month in Rocklin
During Tuesday evening’s Rocklin City Council meeting, Councilmembers approved a proclamation declaring October as Hindu Heritage Month while recognizing the Festival of Diwali.
Rocklin Reclassified With Exceptional Fire Safety Rating
City of Rocklin has maintained it’s ISO (Insurance Services Office) rating at a Classification 2, effective January 1, 2025.
On a scale of 1-10, with a rating of 1 denoting the best ability to respond to a fire and a 10 signaling little or no fire protection, the City was classified as a 2 on the Public Protection Classification (PPC). Only 1,800 communities in the country have this rating or higher.
City Council Proclaimed October 6-12 Fire Prevention Week In Rocklin
During the Tuesday, September 24 Rocklin City Council meeting, councilmembers approved a proclamation recognizing October 6-12, 2024 as Fire Prevention Week.
Fire Prevention Week is the longest standing public health observance in the United States, being founded in 1925 by U.S. President Calvin Coolidge.
Whitney Park Bike Pump Track Groundbreaking
On Monday, September 23, Rocklin City leaders and partners celebrated the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Whitney Community Park Bike Pump Track.
The track has been a highly desirable project boosted by community support. Members of the Rocklin Bike Coalition, who voiced their support for a pump track at Whitney Park for years, were in attendance during the ceremony.