Runoff to Create High Flows Along Merced County Waterways

With extended and heavy runoff expected from the existing Sierra snowpack, the Merced County Office of Emergency Services is advising the public of potential flooding along local waterways.

The primary areas of concern are along the San Joaquin and Merced ...

Spring Snowpack Runoff Notice

Due to recent storm events in early 2023, areas of Merced County have been inundated with flood waters.  Saturated soils and increased runoff anticipated from snowpack are expected to result in continued flooding potential as new storm events com...

Disaster Recovery Center to Close, Relief Services Remain Available

The Disaster Recovery Center located at the Sierra Building of the Merced County Fairgrounds is scheduled to close at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 31, 2023, but resources and assistance will still be available for residents moving forward.

After the Disaster Re...

Housing Solutions Provided to Residents that Sought Shelter at the Felix Torres Migrant Center

Planada residents still displaced by the January flood events have been provided with housing plans. 

Merced County collaborated with its federal, state, and community partners to identify and develop the housing plans for families located at the ...

Evacuation Warnings Issued by Sheriff for Newman, Stevinson

Sheriff Vern Warnke has issued an additional evacuation warning for the Newman and Stevinson area near George Hatfield State Park, up to the Stanislaus County line. We are issuing this warning due to increased flow in the Merced and San Joaquin R...

Evacuation Warnings Issued by Sheriff for Planada, Le Grand

Out of an abundance of caution, Sheriff Vern Warnke is issuing evacuation warnings for the areas of Planada and Le Grand. At this time, the Army Corps of Engineers is predicting that Owens Creek and Mariposa Creek flood control dams will reach their maxim...

Shelter Sites Established Ahead of Incoming Storms

In preparation for the current storm system arriving tonight, the Merced County Emergency Operations Center established two mass sheltering sites.

The locations, listed below, will be available to any residents who are under either evacuation warnings or o...

Atmospheric River to Bring Heavy Rainfall, Resources Available

Late Thursday into Saturday, an atmospheric river will bring significant rainfall to Merced County and the neighboring foothills, resulting in the potential for flood events in the area.

Currently, forecasters are calling for up to three inches of rain in ...

Debris Removal Resources Available for Flood-Impacted Residents

In order to help residents dispose of household debris and household items damaged because of the flood events, the Merced County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has contracted with a company for debris removal.

Beginning now through Feb. 12, 2023, resid...

Post-Flood Calamity Information

Anyone who has experienced property damage due to the recent storm events may qualify for a temporary reduction of property taxes under Revenue and Taxation Code 170.

Important Information:

• An Application for Reassessment Calamity Claim Form must be filed w...

Flood Recovery Resources Remain Available

REMINDER: Resources are still available for those impacted by the January flood events. Due to current usage, some schedule changes will soon take effect at the Disaster Recovery Centers:

The Merced County Disaster Recovery Center will remain open from 8 a...

Merced County Included in Presidential Major Disaster Declaration

It was announced this weekend that the White House approved California's request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration, an action that will help the County and State respond to ongoing storm impacts.

The Presidential Major Disaster Declaration, whi...

Planada Evacuation Order Downgraded, Residents Able to Return Home

With floodwater receding in the Planada area, Sheriff Vern Warnke has downgraded the Planada evacuation order to an evacuation warning and residents are now able to return to their homes.

Residents returning to Planada are advised to use caution when drivi...

Merced County Opens Flood Hotline Amidst Increasing Storm Impacts

The Merced County Emergency Operations Center rolled out a flood hotline today to help residents impacted by the current storm system.

The number to the hotline is (209) 385-7563.

The hotline will connect residents with resources such as: 

• Sandbag i...

Evacuation Order Issued by Sheriff for Community of Planada

A mandatory evacuation order has been issued for the community of Planada by Sheriff Vern Warnke due to flooding.

At the time of this release, the affected area includes the entire town of Planada.

Emergency personnel are making direct contact with more tha...

Storm Brings Impacts Throughout Merced County, Evacuation Warnings Issued by Sheriff

With the current storm system expected to bring up to three inches of rain in portions of the Central Valley, the Merced County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is anticipating additional weather impacts and evacuation warnings by order of the Sheriff.

Si...

Merced County Proclaims Local Emergency Ahead of Storm System

Following the Governor’s declaration of a State of Emergency, Merced County proclaimed a local emergency today as it prepares for potential storm impacts.

While no major flooding events have occurred yet in Merced County, the local emergency was proclaimed...

Storm System to Bring More Rain, Emergency Operations Center Activating

As weather forecasts show more rainfall for the Central Valley in the coming days, the Merced County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will activate as a precautionary measure. 

The EOC activation will allow the Merced County Office of Emergency S...

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Proposition 8

In 1978, California voters passed Proposition 8, a constitutional amendment to Article XIII A that allows a temporary reduction in assessed value when real property suffers a decline in value. A decline in value occurs when ...

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Housing Element Workshop Tomorrow!

Reminder! Please join the County tomorrow for a community meeting on the Regional Multi-Jurisdiction Housing Element Your input will help create a housing plan for the region for the next eight years.

Tuesday, September 26, 20236:00 PM at  Merced ...

Housing Element Community Workshop

You are invited to attend a community meeting on the Regional Multi-Jurisdiction Housing Element. Your input will help create a housing plan for the region for the next eight years.

Tuesday, September 26, 20236:00 PM at  Merced County Board Chambe...

Fentanyl – One Pill Will Kill

Fentanyl kills children every day. Visit the MCOE website to learn more.

Online Candidate Filing Portal Now Available!

The Registrar of Voter's Online Candidate Filing Portal is now available for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election. Prospective candidates can review information relevant to this upcoming, learn more about candidate statements and campa...

Presidential Primary Election Signature In-Lieu of Filing Period

Presidential Primary Election 

March 5, 2024

Signature In-Lieu of Filing Fee Period:

All State and County Candidates begins September 14, 2023 – November 8, 2023

County Central Committees begin September 29, 2023 - December 8, 2023

For inqui...

Firma de la Elección Primaria Presidential en lugar del Período de Tarifa de Presentación

Elección Primaria Presidential

5 de marzo de 2024

Periodo de fírmas en lugar de tarifa de presentación

Todos los candidatos estatales y del condado comienzan el 14 de septiembre de 2023

Candidaturas para los comité ...

Passport Photo Services Now Available!

The Registrar of Voters office is excited to announce that it will be offering passport photo services beginning Monday, July 24, 2023! Photo services will be available on a convenient, walk in basis. This will give applicants the flexibility to choose wh...

¡Los servicios de fotos de pasaporte ya están disponibles!

¡La oficina del registrador de electores esta excitado en anunciar que pronto estaremos ofreciendo servicios para fotos de pasaportes! Los servicios de foto estarán disponibles de manera conveniente en entrar. Esto les dará a los solicitantes la flexibili...

Passport Replacement for Residents Affected by Severe Winter Storm

On January 14, 2023, President Biden declared the California Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides a major disaster. If you are a Merced County resident that was impacted by this weather event, and your passport was lost or destroyed, ...

Reemplazo de pasaporte para residentes afectados por tormentas severas de invierno

En enero 14, 2023, el presidente Biden declaro las tormentas, inundaciones, derrumbamientos, y deslizamientos de California un desastre mayor. Si usted es un residente del condado de Merced impactado por este evento del clima y su pasaporte fue perdido o&...

Merced County Fire Department 2022 Annual Report

Hazardous Materials Training

What is Hazardous Materials Training?

Hazardous Materials Training(Hazmat)  is a crucial component of emergency response preparedness aimed at handling hazardous materials incidents effectively and safely. Hazmat training equips firefighters with ...

Community Meeting Recap & Questionnaire Results

February 3, 2021 Community Meeting RecapOn February 3, 2021, RRM Design Group and the Department of Community & Economic Development hosted the first community meeting via Zoom to kick-off the project. 

• The meeting involved an overview of the ...

Community Plan Update Reminders

Franklin-Beachwood Community Plan Update Community Meeting 

February 3, 2021 (Wednesday) at 6:00 pmZoom: https://tinyurl.com/y6qxlof8

Community Questionnaire

Complete by February 10, 2021Questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NZNLSNZ...

Community Meeting Announcement and Questionnaire Deadline Extension

Franklin-Beachwood Community Plan Update Community Meeting

Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 6:00 pm

 Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/y6qxlof8

 Join us on Zoom for the first community meeting for the Franklin-Beachwood Community Plan Update! The Comm...

Community Plan Questionnaire

We Want to Hear From You!

The County of Merced is updating the Franklin-Beachwood Community Plan, which will guide growth and development in the Franklin-Beachwood community for the next 20 years. The planning process for the updated Community Plan encoura...

Community Plan Update

Things are Beginning to Move!

On September 15, 2020 the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with a planning consultant, RRM Design Group, for the preparation of the Franklin-Beachwood Community Plan Update.

What's Happened So Far?

Secured resou...

Cooling Zones Available

As the weather begins to warm up now and into the summer months, Merced County and its cities are making cooling zones available to help residents cope with the heat.

The locations listed on the attached flier will be available during the specified days/ti...

Kanopy : App for videos

Merced County Library presents app: Kanopy

Kanopy app can use to enjoy thousands of critically acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films, and more!!!

Libby app @ Merced Library

The Library that never closes. Our Libby app gives you access to hundred of titles for free right at your fingertips!!

You can download:

• Ebook & Audiobooks
• Content for all ages
• Download to smartphone, tablet or on a computer.

California State Library Park Pass @ Merced County Library

California State Library Park Pass @ Merced County Library

California State Library Parks Pass is now available for checkout & to place a hold on. 

LinkedIn Learning @ your library!!

LinkedIn Learning

Your Library invited you to LinkedIn Learning!!

Learn business, creative, and technology skills to achieve your personal and professional goals.

Get started today in our E-Library @ www. mercedcountylibrary.org!!!

Home Connectivity Kits @ Merced County Library

Home Connectivity Kits @ Merced County Library!

Each Kit contains : -Chromebook

                           -Hotspot

  &...

Palace Project @ Your Library!!

Palace Project @ Your Library!!

Tired of searching multiple eBook apps for the title you want? 

Download Palace, and search all the library’s collections in one app. Search, browse, download and read, across all the library collections, all in one ...

Zip Books is Back!!

Zip Books is Back!!

Can't find the book you want in Merced County? Ask us about the Zip Book Program!

This program is completely FREE for you and us. Help grow your library and order Zip Books.

Eligible for - 

• Patrons in good standing.

• Book m...

Merced County Connection - June 2022 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• Merced County Completes Planada Park Remodel, Receives Grant for Another
• Record Turnout at Spring Fair
• Congressional Funding Secured for Historic Courthouse Museum
• Did You Know - Library Park Passes
• Project Update - Campus Parkway
• County Hono...

Merced County Connection - January 2022 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• New CEO-Designee Joins County, Begins Learning About Merced Community
• Redistricting: Board Approves New Map
• TRC-California Opens for Testing
• Veterans Day Parade Planning Underway After Successful Drive-Through Event, New Event Expected to b...

Merced County Connection - October 2021 Newsletter

Editor's Note – The Merced County Connection has returned to regular quarterly production after temporarily being put on hold due to COVID-19 staffing reassignments. Development of the online video edition will also resume. Keep reading and watching for u...

Merced County Connection - January 2020 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• Merced County Fire Department Secures Grant to Purchase Life-Saving Equipment
• Library Launches Evening Hour Pilot
• County Meets with Port of L.A.
• County Unveils New Mission, Vision, Values
• Emergency Response Agencies Team Up to Participate in...

Merced County Connection - October 2019 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• Lambs, Chickens Helping Rehabilitate In-Custody Youth at Juvenile Complex
• Blaker Brewing Set to Open at Castle
• WWII Veteran Honored for Service
• In Remembrance
• One Stop Permitting Center Dramatically Expedites Permit Approval Time
• Employee Spo...

Merced County Connection - July 2019 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• 100-Year-Old Fire Badge Returned to Family
• Campus Parkway Update
• Merced County Advocates in D.C.
• County Public Health Department Achieves National Accreditation
• Did You Know?
• Peace Officer’s Memorial Ceremony
• HSA Relocates in Los Ban...

Merced County Connection - April 2019 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• Volunteers Honored by Board of Supervisors
• Rattlesnakes Sighted at County Park
• County Continues Town Hall Series
• District Attorney's Office Hosts Victim Witness Ceremony
• Did You Know?
• Merced County Advocates at the Capitol

Volunteers Honored b...

Merced County Connection - February 2019 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• County Aids in Foster Farms Expansion
• Campus Parkway Continues to Progress, Remains on Schedule
• There's an App for That...
• Town Halls!
• Board Meeting at Historic Courthouse Ushers in New Era for Merced County

County Aids in Foster Farms Expans...

Merced County Connection - October 2018 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• Valley Rallies to Stop State Water Grab
• Board Approves Final Budget
• Local Leaders Break Ground on Next Phase of Campus Parkway
• SB 1, Measure V Dollars Restoring County Roads
• Upgraded Wedding Room Offers Perfect Start to "Happily Ever Af...

Merced County Connection - July 2018 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• Merced County Recognizes Volunteers
• Peace Officer’s Memorial Ceremony
• Campus Parkway Groundbreaking
• Board Approves Proposed Budget
• Project Update! / Did You Know?
• Ceremony Calls Attention to Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse
• New Behavioral Healt...

Merced County Connection - April 2018 Newsletter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• New Behavioral Health Center Ready to Open
• Worknet Launches Direct-Hire Truck Driver Training Program
• Amtrak Reconfigures Train Schedule to Sacramento
• County Undergoes Energy Retrofit
• Project Update / Did You Know?
• Upcoming Meetings

New Behavi...

Canal Dr. - Closed (Flooding)

Canal Dr. between Collier Rd. & Cortez Ave.
May 16, 2022 – Undetermined

Los Cerritos Rd. - Closed (Emergency Repair)

Los Cerritos Rd. between Figmond Ave. & Olsen Rd.
Oct. 19, 2020 – Undetermined

Dan McNamara Rd. - Closed (Flooding)

Dan McNamara Rd. between Sandy Mush Rd. & Bert Crane Rd.
May 28, 2019 – Undetermined