Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) operates temporary Community Resource Centers (CRCs) in Placer County during Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events. CRCs offer essential services to individuals impacted by power outages initiated for wildfire prevention.

Services include:

• Providing bottled water
• Offering charging stations for small electronic devices
• Operating accessible restrooms
• Offering seating and air-conditioned spaces, depending on location

CRCs are opened only during active PSPS events. Locations, hours of operation, and available services vary by event.

Web pages

• Community Resource Centers - https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outages/map/
• General Outage Map - https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outagecenter/

Auburn Fire Department provides development and safety of the community through prevention, public education, and emergency response.

The Auburn City Fire Department operates from 3 fire stations with 24/7 coverage.

• Station No. 1 - Martin Park Fire Station (Volunteer), 485 High Street, Auburn, CA 95603
• Station No. 2 - Gietzen Station (Staffed), 226 Sacramento Street, Auburn, CA 95603
• Station No. 3 - Maidu Station (Staffed), 901 Auburn Folsom Road, Auburn, CA 95603

Web pages

• Home - https://www.auburn.ca.gov/159/Fire

Yuba County Search and Rescue (YCSAR) is a volunteer organization under the Yuba County Sheriff’s Office that responds to emergencies and disasters. They conduct searches for missing persons, rescues, and evidence recovery using ground teams, ATVs, K-9 units, equine teams, and water rescue specialists. YCSAR also assists with evacuations during disasters and supports community events. Funded by donations and grants, members complete regular training to stay mission-ready.

Services Include:

• Search for Missing Persons – Ground, ATV/UTV, K-9, and mounted teams.

• Rescue Operations – Low-angle rope rescue, swift-water rescue, and dive support.

• Evidence Recovery – Assisting law enforcement in locating and securing evidence.

• Disaster Response – Evacuations (including animals), shelter support, and logistical aid.

• Community Support – Participation in parades, fundraisers, and public safety events.

• Mutual Aid – Assisting other counties during large-scale emergencies.

· Web pages

• Home - https…

The City of Marysville Building Department oversees construction safety and code compliance by reviewing plans, issuing building, electrical, and plumbing permits, and conducting inspections throughout projects. It provides guidance on building codes, materials, and application processes, and works closely with Planning and Fire Departments to ensure zoning and safety standards are met.

• Permit Insurance: Building, electrical, plumbing, and specialty permits.

• Plan Review: Checks compliance with codes before construction begins.

• Inspections: On-site reviews during construction phases.

• Public Assistance: Guidance on codes, materials, and application processes.

• Additional Support: Coordinates with Planning and Fire Department for zoning and safety compliance.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.marysville.ca.us/community-development
• Building - https://www.marysville.ca.us/building
• Planning Department - https://www.msvlcdsd.org/planning-department

Code Enforcement is responsible for preserving the quality and value of public and private property and maintaining a high standard of living by eliminating conditions that threaten the life, health, safety, and general welfare of the public. Code Enforcement responds to and investigates reported or observed violations of the Marysville Municipal Code involving any of the following:

• Dangerous or unsafe buildings
• Substandard housing conditions
• Hazardous or unsanitary environments
• Accumulation of debris, trash, junk, recyclables, lumber, furniture, tools
• Discarded appliances, abandoned equipment, graffiti
• Vehicles, campers, or trailers used for human habitation
• Allows the public to report violations, anonymously if desired, by specifying the location and detail
• Collaborates with property owners to ensure compliance; issues warnings, notices, and may initiate enforcement or penalties within municipal authority

Web Pages

• Home - https:…

The Community & Economic Development Department is concerned with programs for community planning, zoning and building safety, and the enforcement of building codes and neighborhood health and safety standards. This is also the place to go for renting city facilities for special events.

Services offered:

• General Plan Update
• Planning
• Housing
• Building
• Quarterly Newsletter
• Special Event Application
• B Street Project
• Public Hearing Detail
• Events
• Facility Use Application

Web pages

• Home - https://www.marysville.ca.us/community-development

The Town of Loomis contracts with the Placer County Sheriff’s Office to provide law enforcement services.

The South Placer Substation, located in Loomis, serves communities from Newcastle to the Sacramento County line.

Services include:

• Patrol and response services for Loomis and surrounding areas
• Law enforcement coverage coordinated through the South Placer Substation
• Public safety, emergency response, and crime prevention

Web pages

• Home - https://loomis.ca.gov/ 
• South Placer Substation - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2271/Loomis-Office

OES Emergency information provides critical details to the public during a crisis or disaster. This includes alerts about the nature of the emergency, safety instructions, evacuation routes, shelter locations, and updates on the situation.

​Resources

• River Levels
• Sandbag Information 
• Power Outages
• Cooling and Warming Centers
• Sign up for Code Red
• Zonehaven
• Be Prepared Yuba 

Web pages

• Home - https://www.yuba.org/departments/emergency_services/index.php
• River Levels - https://www.yuba.org/emergency/river_levels.php
• Sandbag Information - https://www.yuba.org/emergency/sandbagging.php
• Power Outages - https://www.yuba.org/departments/emergency_services/PGandE.php
• Cooling and Warming Centers - https://www.yuba.org/departments/emergency_services/cooling_warming_centers.php
• Sign up for Code Red - https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/FBE5B4D6F361
• Zonehaven - https://protect.genasys.com/search?z=14&latlon=37.774929%2C-122.419416
• Be Prepared Yuba - https://www.yuba.org/departments/emergency_ser…

Yuba City Fire Department (YCFD) provides comprehensive emergency and safety services to the community. It operates five fire stations and is staffed daily by 17 personnel.

Services Offered:

• Fire suppression (structure, wildland, vehicle)
• Emergency medical response
• Water rescue and hazardous materials response
• Fire prevention inspections and code enforcement
• Public education and outreach
• Permit issuance and weed abatement enforcement

Web pages

• Home - https://www.yubacity.net/departments/fire_department/index.php

Pioneer Community Energy is a Community Choice Aggregator (CCA) that was formed in 2017. CCAs are not-for-profit public agencies that purchase electricity for residents and businesses in the community, leading to more competitive energy rates. Pioneer is one of 24 operational CCAs in California. CCAs work with investor-owned utilities (IOUs) like PG&E. PG&E maintains the physical infrastructure, delivers the power, and provides the billing service.

Pioneer serves large areas of Placer and El Dorado counties and the Cities of Grass Valley and Nevada City in Nevada County.

Pioneer customers are also PG&E customers since PG&E’s transmission infrastructure (poles and wires) is used to deliver the electric generation provided by Pioneer. For more, visit the what we do page to learn more and how it works.

Since Pioneer customers are also PG&E customers because PG&E provides the delivery infrastructure, Pioneer customers are eligible for all PG&E programs, are bille…