City of Colfax California

08/27/2026

You may access the meeting and address the Council by joining the ZOOM meeting and raising your hand. Comments on Facebook will be turned off. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84968570574

08/25/2026

🔥 Your home's best defense starts before the fire does.

The City of Colfax Home Hardening & Defensible Space Program helps homeowners make their properties more resilient to wildfire — at little cost to them.

Eligible homeowners within Colfax city limits may qualify for:
✅ A free home assessment
✅ A custom plan to reduce wildfire risk on your property
✅ Grant funding covers 90% of eligible project costs
✅ No income limits

🚂 COME SEE US AT Colfax Railroad Days
Saturday & Sunday, September 12 & 13 · 10 a.m.–5 p.m. · Downtown Colfax

Stop by our booth and talk with the program team about getting signed up for your free home assessment. Bring your questions — we'll walk you through what the program covers and what it would mean for your property. Railroad Days is a free family event; details at colfaxrailroaddays.com.

Can't make it? Scan the QR code in the image below or visit the program website to get started.

https://colfax-ca.gov/homehardening/

A safer home means a safer street, and a safer street means a safer Colfax.

08/17/2026

The Colfax Railroad Days Banner will be installed over Grass Valley Street, just north of the Main Street intersection, this morning at 10am.

Please slow down and drive with caution .

08/13/2026

📣 TOWN HALL — TOMORROW!

Tomorrow, Thursday, August 13th, stop by the Farmers Market, then pop into City Hall and join Mayor Caroline McCully and Councilman Sean Lomen for a community Town Hall meeting!

Come hear about what’s happening around Colfax and bring your questions, ideas, and concerns.

🏗️ Current City projects and what’s coming next
🛣️ Measure I — the proposed sales tax measure dedicated to Colfax streets, roads, and sidewalks
🏛️ City updates and upcoming plans
💬 Your questions! If it’s important to you and our community, bring it to the conversation.

This is an informal opportunity to talk directly with your elected representatives, learn more about what’s happening in Colfax, and share what’s on your mind.

Shop the Farmers Market, then come on over to City Hall — we’d love to see y’all!

08/10/2026

Last week, Cody Stark and Good Day Sacramento popped up to Colfax.
Give it a watch!

Cody takes the Caravan up to Colfax to check out the local shops an...

08/10/2026

Yesterday, the Colfax Community got the early preview of what is happening at The Colfax Hotel, and now, we get to share it with all of you! Check out Episode 1 of the Colfax Hotel Renovation series.

https://youtu.be/LOiukWqzHkI?si=C1BjEdsrtHv9IdRk

The Colfax Hotel has been vacant for 55 years.It stands in the mi...

08/03/2026

Heads up, Colfax!

The August 12th City Council Meeting has been canceled.

But don’t worry—we’re still making space for community conversation 👇

Join Mayor Caroline McCully and Councilman Sean Lomen on Thursday, August 13th for a Town Hall meeting.

Bring your thoughts, questions, and ideas about Colfax—we’re looking forward to a great, open conversation with you.

Curious about:
• The upcoming Streets & Roads tax measure
• The FEMA Home Hardening Grant
• Running for City Council

This is your chance to ask questions, get answers, and stay informed.

We hope to see you there!

08/03/2026

Join your community on Tuesday evening to honor our First Responders!

Participate in the Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest, grab dinner from the Drewskies Food Trucks and dessert from Cocos Creamery.
Play games & enjoy crafts provided by our local clubs, churches and service organizations.

Then, at 730pm, our First Responders will arrive!
Placer County Sheriff's Office, CHP-Gold Run and CAL FIRE NEU.

A night of Family Fun and Appreciation for those that help our communities!

07/22/2026

City of Colfax Provides Update on Public Space Improvement Projects

The City of Colfax is currently undertaking several improvement projects throughout our public spaces to protect infrastructure, enhance community gathering areas, and prepare for future amenities.

🌳On South Auburn Street, the tree located in front of City Hall has been removed, and the one in front of the Lot of Art will be removed as their root systems had outgrown the available planting areas.
The expanding roots were beginning to damage sidewalks and roadways and had the potential to impact the foundations of nearby buildings. Removing these trees is a proactive decision to prevent further infrastructure damage and avoid significantly more costly repairs in the future.
To preserve the welcoming character of the area, decorative flower planters have been installed in their place. These planters complement the landscaping and design of the outdoor seating areas on North Main Street while continuing to add color and beauty to downtown.

🌳The large tree in Arbor Park, adjacent to the Colfax Library, was recently trimmed as part of ongoing improvements to that space. Our hope is to once again utilize this area as the community Christmas tree location, continuing a tradition many residents fondly remember.

🌳On Railroad Street, residents will soon notice the removal of two large trees and excavation work. This work marks the beginning of the future home of the Colfax Caboose and the Colfax Walkable Museum, a project spearheaded by the Colfax Heritage Museum in partnership with the City. Plans for the site also include a pear orchard, additional landscaping, and other greenery to create an attractive and inviting public space.

Whenever the City removes trees or landscaping—whether to protect infrastructure or accommodate public improvement projects—we are committed to replacing greenery whenever feasible. Our goal is to reintroduce trees, landscaping, or other plantings in the same area or nearby in locations that are safer, more sustainable, and better suited for long-term growth.

We value our trees and the shade they provide just as much as our community does. Every decision involving our urban landscape is made carefully, balancing public safety, infrastructure preservation, aesthetics, environmental stewardship, and the continued enhancement of our community spaces.

We appreciate your patience during construction and look forward to sharing more updates as these projects progress.