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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Citrus Heights public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Domestic violence response partnership
The city honored WEAVE's partnership with police, whose embedded advocate has handled about 714 cases and helped roughly 665 victims since May 2025.
Police Department Annual Report and Crime Statistics
City roads saw 14 deaths and 114 serious injuries from 2020 to 2024, with Greenback Lane intersections the worst. The city is applying for two state safety grants this week for school-corridor improvements and citywide signage.
Replacement of Fire Station 23 on Greenback Lane
The city's 1965-era fire station is undersized and outdated for modern firefighting equipment and crew health standards. The replacement nearly quadruples the footprint and adds bays, dorms, and on-site fueling — keeping rapid emergency response in the neighborhood for decades to come.
Police Department Organizational Restructuring
Citrus Heights is cutting nine positions—including dissolving the motorcycle traffic unit and eliminating some management roles—to deal with slower tax revenue growth and rising costs. City leaders stressed that emergency patrol staffing remains fully protected and crime rates are at an all-time low.
Red-Light Camera Photo Enforcement Program Renewal
The city renewed its contract for red-light safety cameras at eight intersections to help prevent severe collisions and encourage safe driving habits.
Neighborhood Area 3 Community Coordination and Updates
The neighborhood group met to review local updates from police and city representatives, coordinate community events, and discuss organizational business.
Fireworks Enforcement
Citrus Heights is getting serious about illegal fireworks, slapping people with huge fines after the Fourth of July. They're aiming to curb the noise and keep things safer for everyone.
Illegal Fireworks Task Force
Tired of illegal fireworks ruining your peace? Citrus Heights is forming a task force to tackle this noisy problem head-on, so expect stricter enforcement if you're caught lighting up illegally.
Police Use of Force
Are Citrus Heights cops firing their weapons too often? The Sacramento Bee is digging into this, and it's got folks worried about whether the police are being held accountable and if everyone in town is truly safe.