Placer County invites public input on 2026 hazard mitigation plan

Placer County and partner jurisdictions are working to update the FEMA-required Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, an essential roadmap to reduce risks and improve public safety from natural and human-caused hazards. Community participation is vital to ensure the plan reflects local priorities and concerns. Public informational meeting July 17A public informational meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on July 17 at the Placer County Health and Human Services Center, 11434 B Avenue in Auburn. The meeting will also be available online at placer-ca-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/VtE8TT8nTly4ziPIn3mJqw#/registration. Attendees will receive an overview of the plan, ask questions and learn how it will help protect lives, property and infrastructure countywide. Public survey open through Sept. 30Residents are encouraged to complete an online survey to share their experiences and suggestions regarding hazards in their communities. The survey will remain open through Tuesday, Sept. 30 and is available at forms.office.com/r/0PcirqWyWH. For details, visit engage.placer.ca.gov/Hazard-Mitigation-Plan-2026 or contact Zach Alesci with the Placer County Office of Emergency Services at 530-886-3473 or fireready@placer.ca.gov.