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Placer County Invites Public Input On 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan

Jul 11, 2025 10:46AM ● By Placer County News Release
Placer County and its partner jurisdictions are working to update the FEMA-required Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

AUBURN, CA (MPG) - Placer County and its 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 17
A public informational meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on July 17 at the Placer County Health and Human Services Center, 11434 B Ave., Auburn. The meeting will also be available online, here. 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. 30
Residents are encouraged to complete an online survey to share their experiences and suggestions regarding hazards in their communities. The survey will remain open through Sept. 30 and is available at https://forms.office.com/r/0PcirqWyWH.

For details, visit https://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 [email protected]