Using Ladris’ Evacuation Pre-Planner tool, Nevada County’s emergency managers and law enforcement personnel can now simulate detailed models for evacuations, traffic times, and road congestion scenarios for wildfires or other disasters. Learn More
Nevada County Human Resources was named as one of twenty-nine most innovative teams in the US by Human Resources Director (HRD), out of over 2,800 submissions from across the United States. Learn More
Fire trucks, police cars and helicopters - oh my! Free family fun is to be had at the Health, Safety, and Fire Preparedness Carnival this Saturday, May 7th 11 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The Rood Center. Learn More
Nevada County is asking residents what is most important to them around emergency preparedness and prioritizing critical resources required to prevent and respond to disasters. Data will also be used to better analyze gaps in resources and services. Learn More
The results of the survey will help the County prioritize new broadband projects, apply for funding, and advocate to elected officials and state regulators. Learn More
In this meeting, learn more about this exciting project, review conceptual design and development options for future growth in the Greater Higgins Plan Area, and interact with other participants to identify development and circulation improvements. Learn More
Equipment will be on display for the public on April 26th between 8:00 am and 11:00 am in the Empire Room, at the Eric Rood Administrative Center. Learn More
Tune in online on Monday, April 25th at 6pm to get your questions answered in a webinar co-presented by Nevada County Superior Court, Nevada County, Nevada City, and produced by YubaNet. Learn More
Nevada County has awarded $57,500 in relief funds to 23 microbusinesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Twenty microbusiness grants are still open on a rolling basis until filled and are encouraged to apply for the grant funding as soon as possible. Learn More
Need one or two more FREE Green Waste days? To keep your momentum up Waste Management is offering two more days. Read on for all the details. Learn More
Effective 8:00 a.m. Monday, April 18, 2022, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit (NEU) will require burn permits for residential burning within Nevada, Yuba, and Placer Counties. Learn More
Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Extreme Weather Shelter Protocol for Monday and Tuesday nights with COVID-19 safety measures in place. Learn More
Nevada County’s Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grant Program will provide up to $850,000 in one-time grants to promote public health and public safety at highly impacted outdoor recreation destinations. Learn More
The Board approved nearly $850,000 in grant-funded contracts and programs for defensible space and green waste, $900,000 for storm-related cleanup, and grant applications for over $1 million towards vegetation removal along County roadways if awarded. Learn More
Microbusinesses in Nevada County may be eligible for $2,500 in grant funding. Applications will be open Friday, February 23rd at 9:00 a.m. through Friday, March 25th at 5:00 p.m. Learn More
Nevada County is developing an exciting plan to help guide future improvements for the Higgins Corner area in the South County region. Join in the community discussion to help shape the community. Learn More
Point-in-time (PIT) counts are required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to receive federal funding to address homelessness. Results will be posted to BetterTogetherNevadaCounty.org once available. Learn More
As the local masking order is rescinded, it is still highly recommended that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, wear a high-quality mask while in public spaces. Learn More
Patrons will be invited back into the buildings to browse the shelves, use public computers, and enjoy library spaces once more. Curbside pick up will still be available for anyone that would like to use it. Learn More
211 Connecting Point is Nevada County’s free, multilingual information and referral call center, and serves Nevada County, Placer County, and the Tahoe-Truckee region. Learn More
This notice announces the extension of the public comment period through Monday, April 4, 2022, at 5:00 pm and that the Special Meeting Public Meeting before the Nevada County Planning Commission has been rescheduled to March 24, 2022, at 9:30 am. Learn More
Caleb served as Project Administrator in the CEO's Office since September 2019 working on the Board of Supervisor’s priorities including wildfire mitigation, economic development, broadband expansion, and the protection of open spaces and trails. Learn More
Nevada County offers free storm-related green waste disposal at 12625 Brunswick Rd, Grass Valley on March 11-13, March 25- 27, and April 8-10 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Learn More
Residents with storm damage repairs will receive priority permitting and have local fees waived for repair permits through the Nevada County Community Development Agency (CDA) for serious repairs needed following the December 27, 2021 winter storm. Learn More
The Superior Court of California, County of Nevada is seeking applications from Nevada County citizens interested in serving on the 2021/2022 Grand Jury. Learn More
Notice is hereby given that a 60-day review period has begun to provide interested individuals an opportunity to review & respond to the adequacy of the draft environmental impact report prepared for that project known as the Idaho-Maryland Mine Project. Learn More
Panelists from the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office, County Emergency Operations Center, CAL FIRE, and PG&E will share the latest updates on the storm’s impact, emergency response efforts to date and available resources and services. Learn More
Considering the weather prediction and widespread power outages, Nevada County and Sierra Roots are activating the Extreme Weather Shelter Protocol through Saturday for the nights of December 30th, December 31st and January 1st. Learn More
Considering the weather prediction and widespread power outages, Nevada County and Sierra Roots are activating the Extreme Weather Shelter Protocol for tonight and tomorrow, Tuesday and Wednesday nights, with COVID-19 safety measures in place. Learn More
The County is opening two shelters in Nevada City at the Madelyn Helling Library Community Room and the lower level of the Nevada City Veterans Hall. The shelters open at 4:30 p.m. and will close at 7:30 a.m. Learn More
Last week, the CPUC approved over $8 million between two Nevada County broadband projects for Race Telecommunications, Inc., and Nevada County Fiber connecting 527 additional Nevada County homes to high-speed internet. Learn More
District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek shared some holiday cheer and a special update on affordable housing with residents of Lone Oak Senior Apartments in Penn Valley. The update consisted of the premiere of a film featuring Lone Oak resident Nadean Cain. Learn More
The independent study will focus on determining estimated direct, indirect, and induced impacts of the project, including the construction and operation phases of the project to surrounding commercial businesses and residential property values. Learn More
Angelina Coffey, Administrative Services Officer at the Nevada County Probation Department, was selected as the Probation Business Managers Association (PBMA) member of the year. Learn More
The National Weather Service predicts significantly COLD and WET weather tonight with a winter storm warning issued for 2,000 feet and above and snow on the ground. Learn More
The independent study will focus on determining estimated direct, indirect, and induced impacts of the project, including the construction and operation phases of the project to surrounding commercial businesses and residential property values. Learn More
Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Extreme Weather Shelter Protocol for Tuesday, December 14th, with COVID-19 safety measures in place. Learn More
The building has been under renovation to expand treatment beds for clients in need of intensive mental health while preparing to transition to independent living. Learn More
On Monday evening, Nevada County celebrated the18 new graduates of its 2021 Citizen’s Academy class. Over the ten-week course, participants learned from over twenty departments covering a wide range of services from A (Agriculture) to Z (Zoning). Learn More
Four Nevada County programs have been honored with the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) 2021 Challenge and Merit Awards. CSAC’s annual statewide program honors innovation and best practices in county government. Learn More
The National Weather Service Sacramento is predicting rain over the next week. To prepare, free sand and sandbags are available for pickup at four convenient locations. Learn More
The National Weather Service predicts significantly cold and wet weather starting Thursday night through Saturday morning. Sierra Roots and the County are activating the Extreme Weather Shelter Protocol for two nights with COVID-19 safety measures. Learn More
Tina M. Vernon, Nevada County Treasurer and Tax Collector, would like to remind property owners that the due date for the 1st installment of the 2021-2022 secured tax bill is December 10, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. Learn More
Nevada County recently entered into an “Adopt-a-Trail” agreement to support the eastern portion of the well-loved local Hirschman Pond Trail in Nevada City. Hirshman Trail is minutes from the Eric Rood Center and is used by County staff almost every day. Learn More
This winter, the library is bringing the joy back by challenging our community to read 100,000 minutes with the Winter Reading Challenge! The challenge begins December 1, 2021 and runs through January 14, 2022. Learn More
This time of year offers a unique opportunity to affordably and efficiently reduce green waste levels on your properties, and residential debris burning is allowable when the Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District deems it a burn day. Learn More
The Truckee, Madelyn Helling, and Grass Valley Libraries will be open from 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Friday. Patrons will be able to check out books and movies, enjoy library events, and use curbside pick up during these hours. Learn More
On Tuesday, November 9th, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously awarded $1,991,884 in “Community Resiliency Grants,” funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), to 32 local nonprofits, small businesses, and special districts. Learn More
Nevada County’s Public Health Officer has issued an amendment to his August 25, 2021 order to remove limits on events while leaving masking requirements in place. Learn More
In the two months since the August 4th River Fire burned 2,619 acres, destroyed fifty-four homes, and damaged nine others in Nevada County, the community raised over $260,000 to help wildfire survivors. Learn More
Nevada County is kicking off an exciting project to help guide future development and amenities in the Higgins Corner and Lake of the Pines area in the South County region. Read on...
The Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a contract to conduct a Countywide Programmatic Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to meaningfully increase the viability of universal and accessible broadband throughout Nevada County. Read on...
On September 28, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors passed two resolutions accepting grant funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. The two programs will provide critical defensible space assistance. Read on...
California is now cleared to follow the federal recommendations that certain individuals can receive a booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. Read on...
On September 20th, a Covid-19 memorial was installed in the lobby of the Madelyn Helling Library, in Nevada City, California. It will remain in residence for six weeks. Read on...
CAL FIRE recently announced that the County of Nevada Office of Emergency Services received grant funding to complete the South County Shaded Fuel Break. Read on...
Nevada County Connects and Now encourages the community to vote for public art that will be wrapped around 11 buses within the fleet. Please take 1 to 2 minutes to vote on the artwork for the bus wrap. Continue reading for the link to vote. Read on...
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. As part of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month the county has planned a number of activities, including training opportunities for community members and a virtual Suicide Prevention Town Hall with YubaNet. Read on...
Nevada County Public Health Officer Dr. Scott Kellermann has amended his August 18th order on face coverings to include further mandates for crowded outdoor settings and large events. The order becomes effective at 12:01 a.m. on August 27, 2021. Read on...
The order, which goes into effect at 12:01 am on Friday, August 20th, requires all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, to wear face coverings when indoors in public settings and businesses. Read on...
Public Workshop to receive a report on the redistricting process and permissible criteria to be considered to redraw Board of Supervisors election district boundaries; and conduct a public workshop to receive public input. LOCATION REVISED: Board Chambers Read More
The Nevada County Relief Fund has raised over $110,000 for River Fire survivors. With 54 Nevada County homes destroyed and another nine damaged, these funds are desperately needed to help these devastated households recover. Read on...
With 443 cases last week, Nevada County is experiencing the largest surge of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations since the beginning of the pandemic. Cases have increased by 1200% since the week of July 1st. Read on...
With most mandatory evacuations now lifted for the River Fire, Placer and Nevada counties will continue their support for impacted residents with a joint local assistance center - a one-stop-shop for recovery and rebuilding information and resources. Read on...
With over 4000 people evacuated, 2600 acres burned, and 76 structures destroyed, the River Fire is only 15% contained as of Thursday evening. The Nevada County Relief Fund established the “River Fire Fund” today to accept donations. Read on...
Due to the recent dramatic increase in cases of COVID-19 in our community and following recently released Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines, the Nevada County Public Health Officer strongly recommends masking indoors. Read on...
On Tuesday, July 27th, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved $2 Million to launch a new “Community Resiliency Grants” program with funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Read on...
After a successful, fully remote session of Citizen’s Academy in early spring of this year, Nevada County is happy to announce another session of Citizen’s Academy which will offer the advantages of attending remotely and in person. Read on...
Nevada County has been recognized with two Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo). Board Chair Dan Miller and District I Supervisor Heidi Hall attended the NACo Conference and accepted the awards on behalf of Nevada County. Read on...
Public Workshop to receive a report on the redistricting process and permissible criteria to be considered to redraw Board of Supervisors election district boundaries; and conduct a public workshop to receive public input. Read More
Nevada County is proud to announce participation in Built for Zero, a national initiative of more than 80 communities working to measurably end homelessness, one population at a time. Read on...
In partnership with Partners Family Resource Centers, the Sierra Nevada Regional Department of Child Support Services is collecting and distributing new backpacks and school supplies to local families in need Read on...
Thanks to an allocation of $250,000 by the Board of Supervisors to promote post-pandemic economic recovery, all the eligible small businesses who applied will receive a micro-grant of up to $5,000 from the Nevada County Relief Fund. Read on...
National Weather Service Sacramento has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for portions of Nevada County Friday at noon through Monday evening. Cooling Centers will open at the Grass Valley & Penn Valley libraries from 11am - 7pm on Saturday & Sunday. Read on...
Office of Emergency Services (OES) will be on hand in front of the Miners Foundry with Ready Nevada County materials to help residents and visitors prepare for a safe summer. Read on...
Beginning July 1st, the Penn Valley Library is one of just a few libraries nationwide that will now offer access hours that allows patrons to use the library without staff present. Read on...
The significantly more contagious COVID-19 Delta variant has been found in Nevada County. Six cases were reported to Nevada County Public Health on June 30, 2021. Read on...
Nearly 62% of residents have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. With vaccine availability more widespread and local demand dwindling, the Public Health Department is planning to reduce hours at the Whispering Pines clinic throughout July. Read on...
The Nevada County Community Library is continuing to offer exciting programs for kids, teens, and adults during their 3rd week of the Summer Learning Program with a journey to China. Read on...
NWS Sacramento has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for portions of Nevada County through Sunday evening. Higher temperatures can be dangerous for all people but especially the very young, senior citizens, and those with chronic medical conditions. Read on...
The Board of Supervisors allocated $250,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) monies to fund a fifth round of grant making by the Nevada County Relief Fund to support small businesses recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. Read on...
Nevada County’s Public Works Director, Trisha Tillotson, has been appointed as Nevada County’s Community Development Agency (CDA) Director beginning June 27th. Read on...
Authorities will use Zone Names in emergency alerts, media releases, and social media to notify residents which areas are under an evacuation warning or order. It does not replace CodeRED or Nixle but supplements them. Read on...
For the eighth year the Nevada County Department of Social Services (DSS) will partner with 211 Connecting Point to bring a Market Match Program to local Nevada County Farmers' Markets. Read on...
The Community Development Agency cleaned up our “adopted” LaBarr Meadows Road Saturday, May 22, 2021. The effort comes at a critical time in the County’s effort to encourage litter pick-up, responsible recreation, & general stewardship of the foothills. Read on...
CAL FIRE recently announced that the County of Nevada Office of Emergency Services received grant funding to complete the South County Shaded Fuel Break. Read on...
No cost PPE (masks and hand sanitizer) is available at locations across Nevada County for small businesses and non-profits while supplies last. Read on...
Nevada County Sheriff’s Office uses multiple communication tools to create a layered and redundant system to alert residents when a wildfire poses a serious potential threat to life and property. Read on...
Nevada County is hosting a re-entry center today. The purpose of this event is to inform residents of damages to their property and to issue a pass that will allow homeowners to return to their properties in areas still closed to the public. Read on...
The first of two free residential green waste disposal events for Nevada County residents kicks off this Friday, May 21. Residents will have an opportunity to drop off their green waste for free, Friday, May 21 - Monday, May 24, from 7:00 am -3:00 pm. Read on...
The 2021 Ready, Set, Go! Handbook has arrived! All Nevada County residents are encouraged to check their mailboxes this week as copies have been sent to every household. Read on...
Nevada County's COVID case rates have met the requirements for the Blueprint for a Safer Economy's Orange Tier, based on case rates Nevada County hasn't seen since September. Nevada County could move into the Orange Tier as early as June 2nd. Read on...
Authorities will use Zone Names in emergency alerts, media releases, and social media to notify residents which areas are under an evacuation warning or order. It does not replace CodeRED or Nixle but supplements them. Read on...
As fires like the Dixie and Tamarack burn nearby, a community conversation around wildfire, evacuation and emergency alert notifications has resurfaced. Residents are asking, ‘how will I know if I need to evacuate?’ Read on...
As fires like the Dixie and Tamarack burn nearby, a community conversation around wildfire, evacuation and emergency alert notifications has resurfaced. Residents are asking, ‘how will I know if I need to evacuate?’ Read on...
No cost PPE (masks and hand sanitizer) is available at locations across Nevada County for small businesses and non-profits while supplies last. Read on...
CAL FIRE recently announced that the County of Nevada Office of Emergency Services received grant funding to complete the South County Shaded Fuel Break. Read on...
