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  1. Rise Graphic - Save the Data

    Save the Date: Idaho Maryland Mine Project Planning Commission Public Hearing Scheduled for May 10th

    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
  2. ADU Graphics Mother Lode Social media post FB-Instagram

    Motherlode ADU Wants to Hear From You!

    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
  3. Matthew Kelley Head Shot

    Matthew Kelley Selected as Nevada County’s Code and Cannabis Compliance Director

    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
  4. Transit Nevada County Connects Free Fare on St. Patrick&#39s Day March 17th

    Nevada County Connects: Free Fares to Celebrate the Fun of St. Patrick's Day!

    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
  5. Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund WHITE LETTERS FINAL

    Nevada County Now Accepting Applications for Second Round of Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grants

    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
  6. MRTS mockup

    Supervisors Approve McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project

    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
  7. Broadband NewsFlash

    Notice of Upcoming Public Hearing for Nevada County Broadband Final EIR and Document Availability

    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
  8. Transit Nevada County Connects Free Fare - NewsFlash

    Nevada County Connects Celebrates 12 Days of Free Transit Fares

    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
  9. IMM Final EIR NOA

    Proposed Idaho Maryland Mine Final EIR Available for Public Review

    Proposed Idaho Maryland Mine Final EIR Available for Public Review Learn More
  10. 2022 California Building Standards Code Update image of blue prints with hard hat.

    Nevada County Prepares for 2022 California Building Standards Code Update

    The 2022 California Building Standards Code Update will be effective January 1, 2023. To prepare the community’s contractors for the update, the Building Department and the Nevada County Contractor’s Association are teaming up. Learn More
  11. Recreation and Resiliency Master Plan

    Nevada County Embarks on First-Ever Recreation and Resiliency Master Plan

    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
  12. 2021 Crop Report with photo of Yuba River

    Nevada County Releases 2021 Agricultural Crop Report

    The 2021 Nevada County Annual Crop and Livestock Report helps gauge the economic health and diversity of the agricultural community in Nevada County. The total gross value of agricultural products was $21,222,300, which represents about an 8% increase. Learn More
  13. Tires

    Tire Amnesty Event October 24-28 to Reduce Illegal Dumping in Nevada County

    To reduce illegal dumping Nevada County, Grass Valley, and Nevada City residents can dispose of up to nine tires at no cost at select locations during the week of October 24-28 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at various locations within Nevada County. Learn More
  14. truckee trails

    Nevada County Awards $415,570 in First Round of Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grants

    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
  15. NCCA and Nevada County Staff standing at Building Outpost Desk at NCCA.

    2 Additional Ways to Access the Building Department and the Community Development Agency Are Back

    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
  16. 2022 Grape Crop Loss - Frozen grape vines.

    Nevada County Requests Cal OES Disaster Declaration for Grape Crop Loss

    Nevada County Agricultural Commissioner Chris de Nijs has requested a USDA disaster declaration through the California Office of Emergency Services for grape growers in Nevada County due to freezing temperatures that affected their crops in mid-April. Learn More
  17. Staff review plans with potential client for Over the Counter Wednesday.

    Over the Counter Wednesday Plan Review Program is Back!

    Have your permit plans reviewed while you wait! The Over-the-Counter Wednesday Plan Review Program is back! Learn more on how to make an appointment to expedite qualified permit reviews. Learn More
  18. CALFIRE Grant for $950,000 presented to Nevada County Board of Supervisors by Public Works.

    Nevada County Board of Supervisors Accepts $950,000 CAL FIRE Grant to Support Wildfire Prevention

    Funds were awarded to carry out wildfire prevention through storm debris removal, stockpile removal, and hazardous tree removal. Learn More
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    National Public Works Week Highlighted Our Ready & Resilient Public Works Crews

    This year’s National Public Works Week theme is Ready and Resilient. Within every Public Works professional lies an unsung hero. Public Works professionals are always READY to serve their communities and RESILIENT as ever in their abilities to assist. Learn More
  20. 2022_BSM_SM_1080x1080_FINAL

    Building Safety Month: Building Codes in Action

    May is Building Safety Month. The International Code Council founded building Safety Month to promote worldwide building safety and help individuals, families, and businesses understand what it takes to create safe and sustainable structures. Learn More
  21. SCMAC Workshop 3 May 4th 6-7:30pm review designs and join the conversation.

    Greater Higgins Area Plan Project: Review Designs and Help Shape the Community May 4th 6-7:30 pm

    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
  22. IGconnects_earthday

    Nevada County Connects Free Transit Fares April 29th & 30th in Celebration of Earth Day

    Come celebrate Earth Day in Nevada City as Nevada County Connects offers free fares on all routes on April 29th and 30th! It’s our gift to the Earth, from you. Learn More
  23. WM Greenwaste May 9 & 16, 2022 9am-3pm at McCourtney Road Transfer Station.

    Waste Management Offers Free Nevada County Greenwaste Events

    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
  24. FB Mosquito Fish

    Nevada County Environmental Health to Hold Mosquito Fish Giveaways in May and June

    The Nevada County Environmental Health Department Vector Control Program will be holding Mosquito Fish Giveaways on five Thursday afternoons throughout May and June. Learn More
  25. Hirschdale Block 2022

    Responsible Hirschdale Recreation Access Points Effective 4/8/2022

    Help ensure access to the Hirschdale area by using the parking and access points to the Tahoe Pyramid Trail and Truckee River (effective 4/8/2022). Learn More
  26. Neighbors Giving Each Other a High Five

    Neighbors Helping Neighbors in Cascade Shores

    Nevada County’s Building Director Craig Griesbach shared with me a special experience he had while working to address green waste cleanup needs around the county: “This past month, I met a disabled veteran and his neighbor in Cascade Shores..." Learn More
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    Young at Art: Nevada County Student Artwork Exhibition
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