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Posted on: October 3, 2023

More than 100 Gather for 2nd Annual Sustainability Summit

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More than 100 community leaders met to discuss ways to mitigate climate change last week at the 2nd Annual Nevada County Sustainability Summit at Martis Camp. 

 “We are here because our planet needs us now more than ever, our re...

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Posted on: October 3, 2023

Nevada County Connects Offers Free Bus Fares to Celebrate Clean Air Day

Nevada County Connects Offers Free Bus Fares to Celebrate Clean Air Day Oct 4

Please help our community celebrate Clean Air Day by riding the Nevada County Connects buses for free. All routes will be fare-free on Wed., October 4th, so hop on and enjoy a stress-free ride throughout Western Nevada County and help reduce traffic and c...

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Posted on: October 3, 2023

Visibility Through Art Exhibition Opens at the Eric Rood Center

Visibility Through Art, Rood center, October 2 through Dec 15, 2023

Nevada County Arts Council and Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District invite the community to attend the opening of Visibility Through Art at the Eric Rood Administration Center, and are combining this important event with their October Creatives Meet...

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Posted on: October 2, 2023

West Nile Virus Found in Nevada County

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A case of West Nile Virus was identified in Nevada County in September.  The patient is now home and doing well.

While many areas throughout California have already experienced West Nile Virus this year, this is the first human case of the disease...

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Posted on: September 28, 2023

Rise Grass Valley Petition for Vested Rights Hearing Rescheduled to December 13

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The Board of Supervisors has rescheduled a hearing to December 13 on Rise Grass Valley’s petition for vested rights to conduct mining operations at the Idaho Maryland Mine. The hearing was originally scheduled for October 27.

Due to the unprecedented volum...

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Posted on: September 28, 2023

Hero Drivers Honored for Helping Prevent Spread of Fire

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The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday honored two men who helped prevent the spread of wildfire on Highway 49, south of North San Juan on Aug. 17.  

UPS driver Roy Lewis (pictured here) and Nevada County Connects driver Ahmer Al-Kayyali used fire ex...

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Posted on: September 27, 2023

United Way Book Sale Runs Through Oct. 27

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Classics, cooking and mysteries are just a few of the genres represented at the United Way Book Sale going on now in the lobby of the Eric Rood Administration Center in Nevada City. 

Other genres include young adult, romance, Western, religion, he...

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Posted on: September 27, 2023

Clerk of the Board to Retire in December

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Julie Patterson-Hunter is retiring December 29 as Clerk of the Board after over 19 years of service in the Board of Supervisors' office. 

Patterson-Hunter was appointed to her current position in May 2015. She began her career in Nevada County as ...

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Posted on: September 26, 2023

Supervisor Hall Advocates for Wildfire Insurance Solutions in D.C.

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Supervisor Heidi Hall met last week with congressional staff to discuss possible wildfire insurance solutions.  Many Nevada County homeowners have been dropped by insurance providers and have had to get costly fire insurance through the Californi...

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Posted on: September 25, 2023

Clean Air Day is October 4

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Residents are asked to challenge themselves to take actions to help keep the air clean by carpooling, walking to appointments and driving less, if possible, for Clean Air Day on October 4. 

The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution last month...

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Posted on: September 18, 2023

Nevada County Connects Offers Free Bus Fares to the Draft Horse Classic

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Enjoy the Nevada County Fairgrounds Draft Horse Classic with free bus fares! Hop on any Nevada County Connects bus on Thursday, September 21, through Saturday, September 23. Enjoy a stress-free ride to the fairgrounds or throughout Western Nevada County a...

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Posted on: September 20, 2023

Supervisor Hoek Hosts North San Juan Town Hall Oct. 4

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Supervisor Sue Hoek is hosting a San Juan Ridge Town Hall Wednesday Oct. 4 in North San Juan. The meeting is 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the North San Juan Fire Station Number 1, 10057 Reservoir St.

Topics that will be discussed include: 

  • District 4 update
  • La...
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Posted on: September 20, 2023

Nevada County 1st Annual Health Fair Set for Oct. 4

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The 1st Annual Nevada County Health Fair is set for Wednesday, October 4 in Grass Valley. 

The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Gold Miner's Inn, 122 Bank St. 

There will be 40 local resource providers, county service...

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Posted on: September 20, 2023

Highway 20 Temporary Closure Begins Sunday Night

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Highway 20 will be fully closed for 12 days starting this Sunday, September 24 at 7 p.m.

The first closure will take place in the Lowell Hill segment between the Omega Overlook and Bear Valley. Work is anticipated to finish Sunday, October 1 at 7 p.m. Crew...

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Posted on: September 6, 2023

Save the Date: Heart of Gold Gravel Ride & Festival, Oct 7th

Heart of Gold Festival, Oct 7, 12-4 pm, Rood Center

Pedal power becomes people power on October 7th, as hundreds of experienced bike riders compete in the third annual Heart of Gold Gravel Race to raise funds for youth mental wellness. Greet the riders as they cross the finish line and stick around for the...

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Posted on: September 13, 2023

United Way Book Sale Returning to Rood Center Sept. 27-Oct. 27

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The Human Resources Office is now accepting donations for the upcoming United Way Book Sale, set for Sept. 27-Oct. 27 in the Eric Rood Administration Center lobby. 

Books can be dropped off between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily at the Human Resources O...

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Posted on: September 13, 2023

Why I Ride the Heart of Gold Gravel Race

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Why would anyone want to bike in a grueling 46- to 70-mile gravel ride through the Yuba River Canyon and over “lots and lots of dirt?”

“The feeling of completion and that you’re just glad to be alive,” said...

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Posted on: September 13, 2023

Nevada County Supervisors Approve Sierra Business Council to Administer Cannabis Grant Programs

Sierra Business Council Assisting with Administration of Cannabis Grant Programs

On August 22, 2023, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors approved two contracts with the Sierra Business Council to administer and distribute funds for two Cannabis grants that will support the Local Cannabis Equity Program (Equity Program). The Equity ...

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Posted on: September 13, 2023

Emergency Operations Center and Nevada County Roads Crew Honored as Teams of the Year

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The Emergency Operations Center Team and Nevada County Roads Crew were named Nevada County Collaborative Teams of the Year at the Board of Supervisors meeting Sept. 12. 

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Posted on: September 13, 2023

Nevada County Employee of the Year: Casey Davey

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Casey Davey, a behavioral health nurse, was named Nevada County Employee of the Year at the Board of Supervisors meeting Sept. 12.

It’s hard to imagine an employee who touches more departments and more individual lives than Davey.  She works with ...

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Posted on: September 8, 2023

Learn About Planned Highway 20 Closure

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Caltrans will give a presentation Tuesday, September 12 to the Board of Supervisors about a planned closure of Highway 20 that is scheduled in late September and early October. The presentation will start sometime after 1:30 p.m. at the Board's r...

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Posted on: September 8, 2023

Public Health Community Baby Shower

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We are thrilled to invite expecting families and families with babies under 1 year old to the upcoming Public Health Community Baby Shower! This event will take place on September 19th, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Grass Valley Library, located a...

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

Military in the Community: Jason Besaw

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By Jason Besaw

I  have been working for Nevada County Code Compliance for over five years and have focused on Cannabis Compliance the last four years. I was the county’s first Cannabis Compliance Officer when the county legalized commerc...

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Posted on: August 21, 2023

Collaboration Day: Discover Valuable Resources for Your Family

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Nevada County wants to collaborate with you! The County is championing Collaboration Day Friday, Sept. 8 at the Rood Center to share valuable resources that can benefit all.

The fair-type event is free and open to the public. It will feature more than 40 b...

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Posted on: September 5, 2023

Enterprise gives $2,000 for Heart of Gold mountain bike race to support youth mental health

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Enterprise Holdings Foundation has given a $2,000 donation to Bright Futures for Youth to support the upcoming Heart of Gold Gravel mountain bike race Oct. 7 in Nevada City.

The popular race, which attracts hundreds of riders from around the state, raises ...

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Posted on: September 5, 2023

Rise Grass Valley Files Petition for Recognition of Vested Rights at Idaho Maryland Mine

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Rise Grass Valley filed a petition for recognition of vested rights to conduct mining operations at the Idaho Maryland Mine in Grass Valley. The petition was submitted to the County on Friday, September 1. 

 “A vested right is a right to ...

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Posted on: September 5, 2023

Nevada County Sees Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

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Nevada County Public Health Department is seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases as reported by health care providers and congregate care settings. This is mirroring what is reported statewide in wastewater surveillance and hospital reports and is driven by...

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Posted on: August 30, 2023

Looking for a Job? Learn about Employment and Internship Opportunities at Nevada County

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Nevada City, CA – Have you considered a career with Nevada County? The County is one of our area’s largest employers, with approximately 800 employees covering a full range of services and positions, from accountants to wastewater treatment syste...

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Posted on: August 30, 2023

Sheriff's Founding Mobile Crisis Pilot Team Members Honored

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Sierra Mental Wellness Group and Nevada County Behavioral Health presented two original co-responder pilot program team members a plaque in appreciation of their outstanding service in starting a Mobile Crisis Teams program. Nevada County Deputy Sheriff G...

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Posted on: August 29, 2023

Nevada County’s Draft Accessory Dwelling Unit Guidebook Available for Review

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Nevada County residents are invited to give feedback on the draft accessory dwelling unit (ADU) guidebook being created specifically for Nevada County. Please review the guidebook online at www.nevadacountyca.gov/ADUGuidebook and provide comments by Septe...

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Posted on: August 23, 2023

Rise Grass Valley to Petition for Recognition of Vested Rights at Idaho Maryland Mine

Update: Rise Grass Valley to Petition for Recognition of Vested Rights at Idaho Maryland Mine

Rise Grass Valley plans to petition for recognition of vested rights to conduct mining operations at the Idaho Maryland Mine, according to a letter sent to Nevada County by its attorney Monday, August 21, 2023.

Rise Grass Valley, the applicant, plans to fi...

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Posted on: August 23, 2023

Nevada County named one of best places to work in the U.S. in 2023

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Human Resources Director US, which offers news on the human resources profession, named Nevada County as one of the best places to the work with more than 500 employees in the United States in 2023.

Nevada County was one of only two organizations to get th...

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Posted on: August 23, 2023

Three Truckee Leaders Honored by Supervisors Tuesday

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The Board of Supervisors honored three Truckee leaders at its meeting Tuesday in Truckee. The Board met away from its normal Nevada City chambers to focus on the eastern county and highlight collaborative efforts between the County, Town of Truckee and ot...

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Posted on: August 23, 2023

Community Opioid Overdose Prevention and Narcan Training

Know Overdose Nevada County's Goals are to prevent death from drug overdoses

In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, the Know Overdose Nevada County campaign will be hosting two FREE virtual community opioid overdose prevention and Narcan trainings—one in English (August 31 from 12-1pm) and o...

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Posted on: August 21, 2023

Bus Driver Helps Stop Spread of Fire on San Juan Ridge

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Quick thinking by a Nevada County Connects bus driver put a stop to what could have been a dangerous fire on Highway 49 near Reader Ranch Road south of North San Juan Thursday evening.

Ahmer Al-Kayyali, of Lake of the Pines, was driving up Highway 49 to No...

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Posted on: August 16, 2023

Wildfire Planning Efforts Ramp Up in Truckee

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Long recognized as a tourist destination, Truckee faces unique challenges in wildfire prevention and mitigation efforts,  including those posed by seasonal population fluctuations and heavy recreational use. On the heels of Measure T, Truckee Fir...

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Posted on: August 16, 2023

Hall and Thorsby Appointed to Rural Commission

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Supervisor Heidi Hall and Jeff Thorsby, a senior management analyst for Nevada County, have been appointed to the National Association of Counties’ Rural Action Caucus.

The caucus is the “voice of rural counties before Congress and the ...

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Posted on: August 16, 2023

Board of Supervisors Heads to Truckee August 22

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Nevada City, CA– The Board of Supervisors moves to Truckee for its regular meeting August 22. The meeting is scheduled 9am-3pm at the Truckee Town Council Chamber, 10183 Truckee Airport Road. 

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Posted on: August 14, 2023

Still Time to File for FEMA Assistance for Feb Storms

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Residents and businesses that sustained economic loss from the February storms have less than three  weeks to file for reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).   The deadline for filing a claim with FEMA is Sept...

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Posted on: August 8, 2023

Supervisors Support Consolidation of Three Fire Districts

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Today, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors voted to support the consolidation of three fire districts -- Rough & Ready Fire Protection District, Penn Valley Fire Protection District, and Nevada County Consolidated Fire District -- into one combined...

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Posted on: August 9, 2023

Nevada County Awards $388,840 in Second Round of Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grants

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This week, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors approved a second round of awards totaling $388,480 in Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Program (program) grants to eight eligible entities to increase resiliency and promote health and safety at highly impacte...

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Posted on: August 9, 2023

Nevada County Youth Commission Formed

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Nevada County is the first rural county and the eighth in California to create a local Youth Commission. The Board of Supervisors approved the creation of the group Tuesday.  

 The Nevada County Youth Commission will fight to ove...

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Posted on: August 9, 2023

Nevada County to Host Community Wildfire Protection Plan Lunch & Learns

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Nevada City, CA—The Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES) is hosting four virtual Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Lunch & Learns this month and the public is invited to join. The Lunch & Learns will be the first set of communi...

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Posted on: August 11, 2023

August is Child Support Awareness Month

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The Nevada County Board of Supervisors and California Department of Child Support Services have declared August as Child Support Awareness Month! 

The theme of this year's Child Support Awareness Month is “Different Wants, Diffe...

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Posted on: August 9, 2023

Supervisors hear possible benefits of new electricity option

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Three board members of Pioneer Community Energy urged the Board of Supervisors Tuesday to consider partnering with them for a new option for electricity service. 

Pioneer Board Chair Alice Dowdin Calvillo, who is also Auburn mayor; Tom Ivy, a Gras...

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Posted on: August 2, 2023

Nevada County Office of Emergency Services Receives 2023 NACo Achievement Award: Best in Category

2023 NACo Achievement Award Best in Category

Nevada City, CA—Last week, the National Association of Counties, NACo, held its Annual Conference and Expo in Travis County, Texas. County District 1 Supervisor Heidi Hall was in attendance to receive the 2023 NACo Achievement Award: Best in Category on b...

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Posted on: August 2, 2023

Supervisors to Review New Electricity Option – Community Choice Aggregation

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The public is invited to hear a presentation about a new option for electricity service – Community Choice Aggregation– at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, August 8.

Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) allows local governments to purchase and/or...

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Posted on: July 31, 2023

Supervisor Hall seeks federal help for wildfire insurance, more

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Supervisor Heidi Hall is working with the National Association of Counties to advocate for federal help for the loss of wildfire insurance and to get more staff on federal recreation lands.

Because of her resolution at the group’s recent conference, the as...

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Posted on: July 11, 2023

Resources Available for Businesses Impacted by Feb 2023 Winter Storm

Small Business and Resources Available for Businesses Impacted by Feb 2023 Winter Storm

Are you a business impacted by the 2023 winter storms?  If you are a business, homeowner, or renter in Nevada County that suffered physical damage or economic impacts because of Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and...

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Posted on: July 24, 2023

Deadline to Access Local Assistance for 2023 Winter Storms Extended

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The deadline for Nevada County residents to apply for FEMA assistance for the February 2023 Winter Storms has been extended to September 1. This opportunity makes new resources available to residents and businesses that experienced damages or hardships du...

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Posted on: July 26, 2023

Nevada County Now to Offer On-Demand Service for Seniors and People with Disabilities

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The Nevada County Transit Services Division and Nevada County Now paratransit services are pleased to announce that, effective August 1, 2023, Nevada County Now will begin offering same day on-demand services to our disabled community members. This means ...

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Posted on: July 25, 2023

Free Dental Preventative Services Event August 1st!

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 The Nevada County Oral Health Program, in collaboration with Smile California, is bringing Smile Dental Services to Madelyn Helling Library to offer preventative services to all ages on Tuesday, August 1, 8:00 – 5:00 pm. 

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Posted on: July 17, 2023

Learn About a New Option for Electricity Service through Pioneer Energy

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Residents of unincorporated Nevada County have opportunities in coming weeks to learn more about a proposed alternative for getting electricity service.

The Board of Supervisors is considering whether to adopt a Community Choice Aggregation plan using Pion...

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Posted on: July 20, 2023

County to Receive $25K Grant to Help Residents with Low Income Connect to Affordable Internet

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Nevada County learned last Tuesday that it is receiving a $25,000 grant from the California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF) to help low-income residents get discounted Internet service. The money will be used for outreach to let eligible residents know ab...

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Posted on: July 11, 2023

Free Skate Camp Offered by Nevada County Probation

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Nevada County Probation is offering a free summer Skateboarding program for children ages 10- 14 years old. 

We're thrilled to announce the much-awaited Skateboard Camp, happening now through August 2nd! This exciting camp is the perfect opportuni...

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Posted on: July 7, 2023

Truckee Library Services and Programs Temporarily Relocate to WorkSpace

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The Truckee Library building will close from July 17th through mid-October for updates. Library services and programming will remain available at the Truckee Library WorkSpace, the Joseph Government Center, Truckee Regional Park, and other community locat...

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Posted on: June 22, 2023

Annual Backpack Drive Returns

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Sierra Nevada Regional Department of Child Support Services (SNRDCSS), in collaboration with Bright Futures for Youth, is seeking donations of new backpacks and school supplies for children aged 5-17. Our agencies share the vision of lifting our community...

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Posted on: June 30, 2023

Assessment Appeals Filing Period Begins July 2nd

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 Assessment Appeal Applications for Fiscal Year 2023/24 are available at the Board of Supervisors Office, Second Floor, Eric Rood Administrative Center, 950 Maidu Avenue, Suite 200, Nevada City, California, between the hours of 8:00 ...

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Posted on: June 23, 2023

South Yuba River Corridor Burn Ban in Effect

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The South Yuba River Corridor Burn Ban takes effect for the 2023 fire season beginning at 8:00am on Monday, June 26, 2023. Annually, the ban begins when CAL FIRE declares fire restrictions and prohibits burning on private property within the lower 39-mile...

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Posted on: June 29, 2023

Nevada County is Developing a 2024 Community Health Improvement Plan

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Nevada County is pleased to announce that we have started working to develop a 2024 Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP)!  A Community Health Assessment (CHA) will identify key health needs and i...

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Posted on: June 28, 2023

Child Support Services Announces Drop in Hours at Sierra Community House in Truckee

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Sierra Nevada Regional Department of Child Support Services is happy to announce a partnership with Sierra Community House to provide in person child support services to the Truckee community!

Beginning in June 2023 Sierra Nevada Regional Department of Chi...

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Posted on: June 23, 2023

Governor Newsom Honors Pearl Harbor Survivor Lou Conter

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This week, District 2 Supervisor and Board Chair Ed Scofield delivered a letter signed by Governor Gavin Newsom honoring World War II veteran and retired Navy Lieutenant Commander Lou Conter, who is the last living survivor of the attack on the USS Arizon...

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Posted on: June 20, 2023

CAL FIRE Suspends Burn Permits in Nevada, Yuba, Placer and Sierra Counties

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After a wet winter and above average snowpack, warming temperatures and winds are quickly drying out the abundant annual grass crop. The increasing fire danger posed by the high volume of dead grass and hotter, drier conditions in...

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Posted on: June 8, 2023

Nevada County Firewise Communities: We Are the Solution

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Did you know Nevada County now has more Firewise USA® Communities than any other county in the nation? Here, wildfire preparedness isn't just a catchphrase. To us, it's a way of life. Preparing for wildfire is a year-round effort that involves the whole f...

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Posted on: June 13, 2023

CalFresh Market Match Program Returns to Local Farmer’s Markets

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The CalFresh Market Match program returns to Farmer’s Markets in Nevada City and Grass Valley this summer and fall!

CalFresh customers are eligible to match up to $15 of EBT funds purchased at each participating market throughout the season while funds las...

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Posted on: June 15, 2023

Historical Landmarks Commission Designates Truckee Chinatowns as Historical Landmark

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The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is pleased to announce that at its June 13 meeting, the Board of Supervisors designated Truckee's two Chinatowns as the County's latest historical landmark. The applicant was the Truckee-Donner Historical ...

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Posted on: June 1, 2023

Take Nevada County’s Wildfire Planning Survey through August 31st

Nevada County Community Wildfire Protection Plan Survey

Nevada City, June 1, 2023—Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES) is investing substantial grant funding in three critical wildfire and multi-hazard strategic plans: an update to the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), an update to the Loc...

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Posted on: June 16, 2023

Nevada County Veterans Leader Elected to Executive Board of National Veterans Advocacy Group

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David West of Nevada County, California was elected Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 to the Executive Board of the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers (NACVSO) at their Annual Business Meeting and Training Summit.

West assists veterans and th...

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Posted on: June 9, 2023

Roadwork Starting on Dog Bar Road for 2023 Road Repair and Rehab Project

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Nevada County Public Works is starting repairs and surfacing along Dog Bar Road, Carrie Drive, Bobcat Court, and Cougar Court in Grass Valley, and Gold Country Drive in Penn Valley as part of the 2023 Road Rehab Project, beginning June 12th through mid-Au...

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Posted on: June 9, 2023

District 2 Town Hall on Wildfire Preparedness and Prevention - June 14, 6-8 pm

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Come join Supervisor Ed Scofield on Wednesday, June 14 from 6 to 8 PM at the Higgins Lions Community Center for a District 2 town hall event hosted by the South County Municipal Advisory Council (SC MAC). This wildfire preparedness and prevention town hal...

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Posted on: June 6, 2023

Nevada County To Participate In Annual Special Olympics Northern CA Law Enforcement Torch Run

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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.

The Nevada County leg of the run will take place June 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. &a...

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Posted on: June 1, 2023

Nevada County Launches Trail Finder App and Invites the Public to Celebrate Trails in June

Nevada County Launches Trail Finder App and Invites the Public to Celebrate Trails in June

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors proclaimed June 2023 as “Celebration of Trails Month” in Nevada County, which recognizes the incredible benefits trails provide local residents and visitors. To celebrate, the County is launching the new Nevada Count...

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Posted on: June 2, 2023

Keep Up Your COVID Defenses

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By Dr. Sherilynn Cooke, Nevada County’s Public Health Officer

COVID-19 is still making us sick in Nevada County, but we can protect ourselves.

Many people think that because the declarations of&...

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Posted on: June 1, 2023

The Secret to Nevada County's Award Winning HR Programs

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By Steve Rose, Nevada County Human Resources Director

The Nevada County human resources department has been recognized recently by the U.S. Department of Labor, the California State Association of Counties, International City/County Management Association ...

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Posted on: May 8, 2023

Nevada County Agriculture Commissioner Chris de Nijs Appointed to Federal National Wildlife Services

Ag Commissioner Appointed to Federal National Wildlife Services Advisory Committee

Nevada County’s Agriculture Commissioner Chris de Nijs was appointed to the National Wildlife Services Advisory Committee, which advises the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Thomas Vilsack on recommendations for policies and activities for ...

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Posted on: May 9, 2023

Waste Management & Nevada County Offer Free Nevada County Greenwaste Events

Nevada County Free Green Waste Event May 22 & June 5, 9am to 3pm McCourtney Rd Transfer Station

We are happy to announce free green waste events in partnership with Waste Management of Nevada County. 

??Dispose of all your landscape trimmings, including pruned branches, leaves, grass clippings, shrubs, untreated wood, and flowers.

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Posted on: May 1, 2023

Nevada County Breaks Ground on McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project

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Today, May 1st, Nevada County Supervisor Hoek and staff broke ground on the McCourtney Road Transfer Station (MRTS) Improvement Project along with Bobo Construction, Hansen Brothers Enterprise, and Waste Management. This project will repurpose the existin...

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Posted on: May 5, 2023

Student Activist Maddux Eckerling Brings Mental Health Message to the State Capitol

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“I am here because exercise saved my life,” Maddux Eckerling told the crowd gathered outside of the State Capitol on May 1st to kick off California Moves for Physical and Mental Fitness Month

Eckerling, who serves as the president of the Bring C...

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine Public Hearing on May 10th

Staff Report Released: Proposed Idaho Maryland Mine Proj. Planning Commission Staff Report Available

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. 

At the May 10th Public Hearing, the Planning Commission wi...

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Posted on: April 28, 2023

Rome Power House Designated as a Nevada County Historical Landmark

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The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is delighted to announce the County's latest landmark: The Rome Power House, approved by the Board of Supervisors on April 25, 2023.

The Rome Power House was the first and only hydroelectric generating plan...

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Posted on: April 14, 2023

Medi-Cal Coverage Rules Are Changing

Medi-cal rules are changing. Make sure your contact information is up to date.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Medi-Cal had a "continuous coverage" policy intended to keep Medi-Cal recipients covered during the public health emergency. This continuous coverage policy meant that Medi-Cal recipients were not required to comple...

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Posted on: April 20, 2023

Nevada County Connects Offers Free Fare on April 22 for Earth Day

Transit Nevada County Connects Free Fare for Earth Day April 22

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.

The County of Nevada Transi...

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Posted on: April 11, 2023

Nevada County Welcomes Heba El-Guindy as Public Works Director

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Heba El-Guindy has joined Nevada County as Director of Public Works, bringing nearly 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors.

“I’m excited to work with the community and our Public Works team on the complex projects and programs that come ...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Nevada County Connects Makes Bus Stops Easier to Navigate

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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. The Nevada County Transit Division aimed to create a simple, color-coded visual repre...

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Posted on: April 14, 2023

Medi-Cal Coverage Rules Are Changing

Medi-cal rules are changing. Make sure your contact information is up to date.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Medi-Cal had a "continuous coverage" policy intended to keep Medi-Cal recipients covered during the public health emergency. This continuous coverage policy meant that Medi-Cal recipients were not required to comple...

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Posted on: April 3, 2023

New Housing Master Plans Available in Nevada, Placer, and Sierra Counties

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Housing units are in high demand across California, including the Sierra Nevada region. To expedite the permitting process and reduce building costs, Nevada County, the Town of Truckee, the City of Grass Valley, the City of Nevada City, Placer Co...

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Posted on: March 27, 2023

Help Shape Recreation in Nevada County: Take the Public Survey, Available Now Through April 16th

Help Shape Recreation in Nevada County Take Survey and Make Voice Heard

The County of Nevada invites the public to 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 commu...

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Posted on: April 11, 2023

Proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine Project Notice of Public Hearing Released

Planning Commission Public Hearing Scheduled May 10 for Idaho Maryland Mine Project

The 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 Special Meeting for the Public Hearing of the proposed Idaho...

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Posted on: March 22, 2023

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

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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.

The Planning Department will is...

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Posted on: March 31, 2023

Grant Spotlight: Neighborhood Center of the Arts

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and Nevada County is proud to support the work of the Neighborhood Center of the Arts (NCA), which provides arts-based training and education for adults with developmental disabilities. 

NCA was ...

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Posted on: March 29, 2023

Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter Opening Wednesday, March 29th

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The National Weather Service predicts COLD weather tonight, March 29th. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol for tonight only.

 The shelter will open at...

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Community Celebrates Cashin's Field with Ribbon Cutting

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The community came together on Tuesday for a beautiful ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new affordable housing development at Cashin's Field in Nevada City. The project is the culmination of a collaboration between multiple local and state agencies to bring...

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Posted on: March 23, 2023

Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter Friday Night Through Sunday Morning

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The National Weather Service predicts COLD weather Friday night, March 24th through Sunday morning, March 26th . Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol for Friday and Satu...

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

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

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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.

“I’m looking forward to working with the com...

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

Mother Lode ADU Wants to Hear From You!

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Mother Lode ADU, a new partnership between Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa, and Nevada counties, has just launched! The group will be developing free resources in 2023, including a guidebook, website, contractor list, and development checklist, to help homeow...

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

Over $1.5 Million Granted for Forest Resilience Projects in Nevada County

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Three local agencies in Nevada County have been awarded grant funding from the Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) for forest resilience projects that will reduce wildfire risk and restore forest health in the region.

The grant recipients are:

  • The Yuba Watershe...
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Posted on: March 15, 2023

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

Transit Nevada County Connects Free Fare on St. Patrick's Day March 17th

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.

We hope you enj...

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Posted on: March 8, 2023

PG&E: Working to Restore as Many Customers as Possible Ahead of Next Storm

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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 local teams...

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Posted on: March 7, 2023

Property Tax Relief as a Result of Storm Damage

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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.

Storm damage must be $10,000 or more for a property owner to be eligible for emergen...

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

Nevada County Opens Warming Center at Grass Valley Veterans Memorial Building

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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 also moved ...

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Posted on: February 24, 2023

COVID-19 Test Site Closures

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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. 

 

The OptumServe testing site located at 231 Colfax Avenue in Grass Vall...

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Posted on: February 7, 2023

Supervisors Approve McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project

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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. This project will repurpose the existing transfer station’s footprint t...

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Posted on: February 7, 2023

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

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On Friday, February 10, 2023, the Nevada County Community Development Agency’s Planning Department will release a Notice of Public Hearing and document availability for the Nevada County’s Broadband Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) to be heard bef...

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Posted on: January 27, 2023

Phebe Bell Among First to Complete Equity Grounded Leadership Fellow Program

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Nevada County Behavioral Health Director Phebe Bell was recently among 21 behavioral health professionals from across the country who completed the first-ever Equity-Grounded Leadership (EGL) Fellow Program, an 11-month course to develop skills centered o...

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Posted on: January 20, 2023

Nevada County Road Crews Play the Role of Both Hero and Nuisance

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“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.”

The dedication and skill of Nevada County...

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Posted on: January 20, 2023

The Ranch House: Closing Gaps in Housing Services

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By Mike Dent, Nevada County Housing and Community Services Director

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors had foresight when they prioritized access to affordable housing in 2018. Since that time, the housing crisis in California has accelerated, as has t...

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Posted on: January 6, 2023

Stay Prepared: Significant Rainfall Could Lead to Flooding and Outages

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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. Please plan for wide-area p...

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Posted on: January 3, 2023

Seven Nevada County Elected Officials Sworn into Office

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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.

Speaking to a standing-room-only cro...

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Posted on: December 27, 2022

Swearing In Ceremony for Elected Officials

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A swearing-in ceremony will be held on January 3, 2023, at 10 am in the Nevada County Board of Supervisors' chamber in the Eric Rood Administrative Center at 950 Maidu Ave., Nevada City, CA 95959. The public is welcome but is reminded that, as th...

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Posted on: December 16, 2022

Nevada County Connects Celebrates 12 Days of Free Transit Fares

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Celebrate the 12 days of Holiday Cheer as Nevada County Connects offers free fares on all routes from December 17 until the end of the year! It’s our gift to you for the holidays.

Nevada County Transit Services has received a Low Carbon Transit Operations ...

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Posted on: December 23, 2022

Steve Monaghan: Rural California Counties Have a Digital Equity Problem

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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.

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Posted on: December 15, 2022

Proposed Idaho Maryland Mine Final EIR Available for Public Review

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Today, the Nevada County Planning Department released the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Idaho-Maryland Mine Project. (click here to review the Notice of Availability).

The Final EIR includes formal responses to public comments submitted r...

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Posted on: December 16, 2022

Nevada County Now Accepting Applications for Citizen’s Academy

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Nevada County’s Citizen’s Academy offers a behind-the-scenes look at the ins and outs of County government. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the people, places, and programs that make our County government work. Have you ever wondered how the C...

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Posted on: December 6, 2022

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

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Nevada County is embarking on the development of a countywide Recreation and Resiliency Master Plan. The plan is not only a first for Nevada County, but also one of the first of its kind in the state of California to comprehensively integrate solutions fo...

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Posted on: December 6, 2022

Nevada County Supervisors Recognize Liam Marchi with Youth Leadership Award

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Today, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors recognized Bear River High School senior Liam Marchi for standing out as a youth leader through excellence in academics, athletics, theater, and student body government.

"We are very proud of your achievem...

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Posted on: November 30, 2022

Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Emergency Shelter

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The National Weather Service predicts significantly COLD weather Thursday night, December 1st, through Saturday morning, December 3rd. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protoc...

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Posted on: December 2, 2022

The South County Shaded Fuel Break Begins Community Outreach

South County Fuel Break Town Hall, Dec 8, 6 to 8 pm, Alta Sierra Country Club

Eligible property owners are receiving information outlining how to participate in this critical fuel reduction program. The South County Shaded Fuel Break is a priority fuel reduction project in Nevada County that will slow the spread of wildland fires a...

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Posted on: November 29, 2022

Nevada County Voters Choose Not to Adopt Measure V

Nevada County Voters Choose Not to Adopt Measure V

On November 8th, Nevada County voters opted not to approve Measure V, the “Wildfire Prevention, Emergency Services and Disaster Readiness” measure.

The Board of Supervisors placed Measure V on the ballot to establish a locally controlled ½ percent countywi...

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Posted on: November 23, 2022

Christmas Tree Permits in Tahoe and Plumas National Forest

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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. Tahoe National Forest an...

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Posted on: November 23, 2022

Get Outside: Library Offers New Additions to Recreation Collection

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Over the summer, the Nevada County Library launched the Recreation Collection with outdoor games and equipment available for checkout. With your library card you can check out a disc golf set if you’re headed to Condon Park, a bird-watching kit for your h...

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Posted on: November 18, 2022

Upcoming Workshops: Truckee Home Access Program

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The Town of Truckee is hosting two upcoming Buyer and Seller Workshops on the Truckee Home Access Program (THAP), which helps the local workforce realize their homeownership goals!

The Truckee Home Access Program (THAP) preserves, produces, and protects ho...

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Posted on: November 9, 2022

CA Adventure Pass - Free Entrance to 19 State Parks including Empire Mine SHP - for CA 4th Graders

California State Park Adventure Pass for all California 4th Graders and their Families

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. Among the 19 parks is Empire...

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Posted on: November 4, 2022

Businesses Offer Discounts as Part of Military Appreciation Week

Businesses Offer Discounts as Part of Military Appreciation Week

Nevada County will celebrate its 2nd Annual Military Appreciation Week from Saturday, November 5th, through Sunday, November 13th.

Military Appreciation Week engages the local community and businesses to honor all active duty, reservists, retired, veterans...

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Posted on: October 14, 2022

Nevada County to Host CACVSO Annual Fall Conference and a Night of Laughter

Nevada County to Host CACVSO Annual Fall Conference and a Night of Laughter

On Monday, October 17th, Nevada County will welcome the members of the California Association of County Veterans Services (CACVSO) as a host for their annual fall conference.  County Veterans Services Offices (CVSO’s) are usually the first contac...

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Posted on: October 14, 2022

Nevada County Releases 2021 Agricultural Crop Report

Nevada County Releases 2021 Agricultural Crop Report

This week the Nevada County Department of Agriculture presented the 2021 Nevada County Annual Crop and Livestock Report to the Board of Supervisors. This annual report helps gauge the economic health and diversity of the agricultural community here in Nev...

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Posted on: October 7, 2022

Back by Popular Demand: United Way Book Sale!

United Way Book and Nevada County Book Sale

After a two-year hiatus, Nevada County and United Way are pleased to announce this year’s Book Sale will begin in the lobby of the Eric Rood Administrative Center (ERAC) on October 17th and run through November 18th. The Book Sale will be open to the publ...

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Posted on: October 7, 2022

Nevada County Offices Will Be Closed Monday for a Federal Holiday

Nevada County Offices Closed for Holiday 10-10

All administrative County offices will be closed on Monday, October 10th in observance of a Federal holiday. Public safety and Sheriff's patrol services will continue as normal. Normal business hours for other offices will resum...

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