Nevada County Probation will raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Northern California (SONC) by participating in the 2023 Law Enforcement Torch Run on June 13, 2023. Learn More
Nevada County invites residents and visitors countywide to share project ideas to improve recreation. Take the survey online or at community events and locations now through July 7th. All ideas are welcome! Learn More
The Nevada County Board of Supervisors proclaimed June 2023 as “Celebration of Trails Month” in Nevada County, recognizing the incredible benefits trails provide residents and visitors. To celebrate, the County launches Nevada County Trail Finder App. Learn More
COVID-19 is still making us sick in Nevada County. Nevada County Public Health Officer Dr. Sherilynn Cooke shares strategies to protect ourselves. Learn More
The Nevada County Planning Department announces a Community Workshop on June 8th, 6:00 pm at the Eric Rood Administrative Center; learn more and provide comments on the 2023 Housing Ordinance Amendments. Learn More
In the 1850s, over 20% of Nevada County‘s population was Chinese. The town of Washington had one of the County's largest Chinese communities, including the family of Fong Chow, who operated the nearby Omega Mine. Learn More
Public hearing to consider oral and written comments concerning the following Recommended Budgets for Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1 Fiscal Year 2023/24 totaling approximately $10,841,510 Learn More
Public hearings to establish a Consolidated User Fee Schedule for County Departments and update for services provided by Information and General Services, Library, Public Guardian, and the Treasurer-Tax Collector. Learn More
Public hearing to consider oral and written comments concerning the Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2023/24 totaling approximately $369,817,435. Learn More
Notice of Intent to purchase real property described as 22.09 acres located at 12270 La Barr Meadows and 12022 La Barr Meadows, Grass Valley, CA, 95949, APNs 022-160-033-000 and 022-160-006 from Jami and Jim Hopper, for a total cost of $2,649,850. Learn More
Before the Memorial Day holiday and summer months, the South Yuba River Public Safety Cohort members stress the unsafe conditions at the river, urging people to stay out and stay alive. Learn More
The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission and the Grass Valley School District invite the public to a dedication ceremony of a plaque commemorating the Kentucky Flat School as a historical landmark on May 23rd at 10:00 am. Learn More
During the month of May, let’s normalize talking about mental health, asking for help and learning how we can support people in our lives and community who are struggling. Learn More
Nevada County’s Agriculture Commissioner Chris de Nijs was appointed to the National Wildlife Services Advisory Committee, advising the U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack on USDA policies and activities recommendations. Learn More
Nevada County is inviting proposals from qualified firms or individuals to provide mental health support services for veterans in need of services within Nevada County. Learn More
Today, the Nevada County Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the denial of the proposed Idaho Maryland Mine project and the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to the Nevada County Board of Supervisors. Learn More
We are happy to announce free green waste events in partnership with Waste Management of Nevada County! Green waste events for Nevada County residents will occur Mondays, May 22nd, and June 5th, 2023, 9 am - 3 pm at the McCourtney Road Transfer Station! Learn More
Public hearing to consider the Nevada County Adult and Family Services Commission's updated Community Action Plan (CAP Plan) for the 2024/2025 program years. Learn More
Nevada County Supervisor Hoek and staff broke ground on the McCourtney Road Transfer Station (MRTS) Improvement Project along with Bobo Construction, Hansen Brothers Enterprise, & Waste Management. Learn More
Eckerling spent ten days in the hospital after attempting to end his own life in November of 2021. He credits exercise as one of the keys to his improved mental health. Learn More
Public hearing to consider the Adult and Family Services' Community Action Plan (CAP Plan) for the 2024/2025 program years and to discuss the service needs and priorities of Nevada County and to solicit citizen input. Learn More
Public Community Forum, pursuant to Government Code section 7283.1(d) to provide information to the public about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) access to individuals and to receive and consider public comment. Learn More
Public public hearing to consider approval of the Truckee-Donner Recreation and Park District Park Impact Fee Nexus Study Update and modifications to Development Impact Mitigation Fees (“AB 1600 Fees”) for the Truckee-Donner Recreation and Park District. Learn More
Public hearing to consider approval of proposed increases in Solid Waste Parcel Charges for all customers within Unincorporated Eastern Nevada County. Learn More
Nevada County is inviting proposals from qualified vendors, individuals and/or businesses to enter into a lease agreement and establish a business within the County Café space located inside the Eric Rood Administrative Building. Learn More
Today, the Nevada County Planning Department released the staff report on the proposed Idaho Maryland Mine – Rise Grass Valley Project for the May 10th Planning Commission Public Hearing. Learn More
The Nevada County’s Environmental Health Department announces the five (5) Mosquito Fish Giveaways, all occurring on Thursdays starting May 11 and ending July 6. Learn More
The Rome Power House was the first and only hydroelectric generating plant built on the South Yuba River. The historical landmark designation was approved by the Nevada County Board of Supervisors on April 25, 2023. Learn More
The January-March 2023 Board Objectives report provides an update on our progress on the Board of Supervisors' priority objectives for the first quarter of 2023. Learn More
Internet service providers (ISPs) are invited to respond to a newly released Request for Qualifications for Last-Mile Broadband Grant and Support Opportunity. All ISPs vetted through the RFQ will receive free consultation on their project proposals... Learn More
The survey will help shape the VSO's strategic plan for serving our veteran community. Approximately 500 veterans responded to last year's survey, which informed the 22/23 VSO Strategic Plan. Learn More
Nevada County's Veterans Services Office (VSO) is partnering with non-profits Guitars 4 Vets and Team River Runner to provide expanded services to Nevada County Veterans Learn More
Medi-Cal's continuous coverage policy has ended, and some Medi-Cal recipients will lose coverage. Make sure to update your contact information, and complete your Medi-Cal Renewal when it is mailed to you. Learn More
Celebrate Earth Day and reduce carbon emissions by hopping on a Nevada County Connects bus! It's our gift to the Earth from you. Please help us make a positive impact in our communities by riding transit on Saturday, April 22nd. Learn More
Heba El-Guindy has joined Nevada County as Director of Public Works, bringing 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors. "I believe in Public Works’ role in serving the public and meeting their solid waste, wastewater, and road needs." Learn More
Nevada County Connects’ Tinloy Transit Center in downtown Grass Valley received a colorful transformation to make the transit hub easier to navigate and more accessible. Learn More
Medi-Cal's continuous coverage policy is ending, and some Medi-Cal recipients will lose coverage. Make sure to update your contact information, and complete your Medi-Cal Renewal when it is mailed to you. Learn More
The Fire Safe Council of Nevada County, in partnership with the Office of Emergency Services and CAL FIRE, are hosting FREE self-service green waste disposal, and wood chip pick-up April through June. Learn More
To expedite the permitting process and reduce building costs, Nevada County, Town of Truckee, City of Grass Valley, City of Nevada City, Placer County, and Sierra County are offering new Housing Master Plans for single-family homes or granny units. Learn More
The Know Overdose campaign is a multi-sector, broad-based coalition of more than 20 local organizations, businesses, and institutions with a goal to increase knowledge and awareness about drug overdose risks and harm reduction strategies. Learn More
Take a survey about how recreation can be improved throughout the county. The survey provides an opportunity to share concerns, hopes, and ideas for the future of recreation in Nevada County. Input from all community members is needed. Learn More
Nevada County Planning Department released the Notice of Public Hearing on the proposed Idaho Maryland Mine – Rise Grass Valley Project. The Planning Commission will hold a meeting for Public Hearing on May 10 and may be continued on May 11 as needed. Learn More
The Nevada County Planning Department has scheduled the Planning Commission Public Hearing for the proposed Idaho Maryland Mine – Rise Grass Valley Project on May 10th. The Public Hearing will continue on May 11th as needed. Learn More
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and Nevada County is proud to support the work of the Neighborhood Center of the Arts, which provides arts-based training and education for adults with developmental disabilities. Learn More
The project is the culmination of a collaboration between multiple local and state agencies to bring an affordable housing project to the City of Nevada City. Learn More
On April 17th, Matthew Kelley will start as Nevada County’s Code and Cannabis Compliance Director. Kelley has over 15 years of land-use planning and regulatory compliance experience working in the public sector. Learn More
Mother Lode ADU, a new partnership between Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa, and Nevada counties, has just launched! This group will be developing free resources in 2023, like a Guidebook, Website, Contractor List, and Development Checklist to build more ADUs. Learn More
Three local agencies in Nevada County have been awarded grant funding from the Sierra Nevada Conservancy for forest resilience projects that will reduce wildfire risk and restore forest health in the region. Learn More
Residents and businesses can help report storm damage like down trees on their property or into structures, propane shortages, internet and phone outages, and dangerous snow loads that may threaten their building’s structural integrity. Learn More
Nevada County Transit Services is pleased to announce our efforts to help you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. All transit services will be free to ride on Friday, March 17th, so hop on the bus and enjoy stress-free travel around the community. Learn More
Residents and business owners with storm damage repairs in unincorporated Nevada County will receive priority permitting and have local fees waived for repair permits through for serious repairs following the February 24, 2023, winter storm. Learn More
After extensive interviews, documentation collection and analysis over several months, no evidence of misappropriation of funds was revealed in either contract. Learn More
PG&E reports crews continue to restore power in hard-hit Nevada County after heavy, low-elevation snowstorms caused power outages to thousands. PG&E continues to restore power using out-of-area crews and contractors to assist so power can be restored. Learn More
With a state and local emergency proclamation in place because of recent storm damage, qualified property owners in Nevada County might be entitled to property tax relief. Learn More
A Warming Center is open at the Grass Valley Veterans Memorial Building to provide a space for all Nevada County residents to charge devices and warm up. Nevada County’s Extreme Weather Shelter with Sierra Roots has moved Grass Valley Memorial Building. Learn More
As the state of California prepares to end the COVID-19 state of emergency at the end of February, it has begun closing state funded testing sites across California. Learn More
The County of Nevada is now seeking proposals for its Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grant Program, providing up to $434,000 in one-time grants to promote public health and public safety at highly impacted outdoor recreation destinations. Learn More
On Tuesday, February 7th, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved and awarded the McCourtney Road Transfer Station (MRTS) Improvement Project to Bobo Construction. Construction is set to begin Spring of 2023. Learn More
Friday, February 10, 2023, the Nevada County Planning Department will release a Notice of Public Hearing and document availability for the Nevada County’s Broadband Final EIR to be heard before the Nevada County Board of Supervisors on February 28, 2023. Learn More
The program is part of a national effort to train and support more leaders in behavioral health systems in bringing an equity lens to the work. Learn More
“Sometimes, motorists are annoyed with us for slowing them down or stopping them,” says Colten Gould, a county road supervisor for the past 21 years. “But without road maintenance crews, no one would get anywhere.” Learn More
The Ranch House project is a great example of an innovative project that addresses an important gap in the current array of housing services. Learn More
The National Weather Service is monitoring three more heavy rain events over the next seven days. Be prepared for heavy rain, local area flooding, and high winds that may drive trees into power lines and across roads. Learn More
Today, seven Nevada County elected officials were sworn into office, including District 3 and District 4 Supervisor, Sheriff, District Attorney, Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters, Assessor, and Treasurer/Tax-Collector. Learn More
A swearing-in ceremony for Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters, District Attorney, Sheriff-Coroner/Public Administrator, District IV Supervisor; Treasurer-Tax Collector, Assessor, and District III Supervisor will be held on January 3, 2023, at 10 am. Learn More
Celebrate the 12 days of Holiday Cheer as Nevada County Connects offers free fares on all routes from December 17th until the end of the year! It’s our gift to you for the holidays. Learn More
In this Special Feature for Barbed Wire, Nevada County's Chief Information Officer Steve Monaghan outlines what rural counties need to know about Digital Equity planning. Read More at Barbed Wire
Nevada County is embarking on the development of a countywide Recreation and Resiliency Master Plan. The plan is a first for Nevada County, it's a first for California to integrate solutions for adapting to extreme weather and planning for recreation. Learn More
Marchi has been a significant contributor to the Bear River High School’s (BRHS) leadership class, from event planning and production to securing event resources and donations. Learn More
The National Weather Service predicts significantly COLD weather Thursday night through Saturday morning. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol Thursday and Friday nights. Learn More
On November 8th, Nevada County voters opted not to approve Measure V, the “Wildfire Prevention, Emergency Services and Disaster Readiness” measure. Learn More
How do you reduce wildfire risk and increase holiday cheer? By obtaining a Christmas Tree Permit, of course! Removing small-diameter trees from selected areas reduces wildfire risk by reducing over-growth, particularly among firs. Learn More
As the winter season sets in, Nevada County Library continues to expand this Recreation Collection. What is it that you want to do this winter season? The Library probably has a resource for you! Learn More
The Truckee Home Access Program preserves, produces, and protects homes to create places for people who work full-time in the Truckee region to live locally. Buyers can apply for compensation up to $150,000 for a maximum $937,500 home purchase price. Learn More
Now through 2024, all California fourth graders and their families can sign up for the California State Park Adventure Pass and visit 19 amazing state parks throughout the state for free for a full year – including the summer. Learn More
This week the Nevada County Department of Agriculture presented the 2021 Nevada County Annual Crop and Livestock Report to the Board of Supervisors. Learn More
After a 2-year hiatus, the County of Nevada and the United Way, in continuing a strong and enduring partnership, are pleased to announce this year’s Book Sale. Learn More
On September 30th, a 45-day public review period for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (Draft EIR) for the Nevada County Broadband Program begins. Learn More
This Saturday, September 24th, eighteen staff volunteers cleaned up approximately 150 pounds of trash alongside LaBarr Meadows Road in Grass Valley. The County “adopted” LaBarr Meadows Road in 2022 as a part of the County’s Adopt-a-Road program. Learn More
The Nevada County “All Veterans” Stand Down will be once again held at the Nevada County Fairgrounds on Friday, October 14th, and Saturday, October 15th. Learn More
The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) announced that Steve Monaghan, Nevada County’s Agency Director/Chief Information Officer,
was recognized with the 2022 RCRC President’s Award for his work. Learn More
Since 2019, Nevada County has hosted 94 interns who have contributed over 40,000 hours serving Nevada County and its residents. . The California State Association of Counties presented a Challenge Award to Human Resources for the successful program. Learn More
The August 23rd meeting of the board of supervisors, which was held in Truckee, highlighted some innovative and exciting initiatives taking place in Nevada County’s largest town. Learn More
Nevada County celebrated the completion of the newly constructed Brunswick Commons housing development Monday, August 22. The project will provide 41 units of affordable housing to homeless or at-risk of homelessness individuals. Learn More
The South Yuba River Public Safety Cohort, a multi-agency work group amongst its members as “The Cohort,” recently celebrated five years of meeting monthly to coordinate public safety efforts in the Yuba River corridor. Learn More
The Nevada County Board of Supervisors reviewed progress highlights for the Board’s newest objective, Recreation, including recent awards totaling $415,570 in Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grants to community organizations. Learn More
The Community Development Agency (CDA) is bringing back 2 ways to assist you with your permit and application needs: Over the Counter Wednesday and the Building Outpost! Learn More
The Glenbrook Kiosk was refreshed and restored. Glenbrook Basin, for years the center of recreation in western Nevada County, was declared a historical landmark by the Board of Supervisors in 1993. Learn More
The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is pleased to announce that on June 14, 2022 the Nevada County Board of Supervisors designated The Nevada City African Methodist Episcopal Church Site as a Nevada County Historical Landmark, NEV 22-02. Learn More
In order to assist residents in preparing for fire season, participants will receive free flash drives to store scans of their important documents and a packet of information including personalized evacuation route maps and evacuation zone information. Learn More
The Community Academy is a program designed to give those with little to no law enforcement exposure or experience a chance to see what goes on “behind the scenes” at your Sheriff’s Office. Learn More
Summer Learning is a countywide event that takes place from June 13th-August13th. Community members can enjoy fun events and reading challenges across Nevada County throughout the duration of the program. Learn More
