Tips for Celebrating Halloween During COVID-19

To help us celebrate Halloween safely this year while limiting the spread of COVID-19, Nevada County Public Health is sharing guidance to have a COVID safe Halloween.

Many of us love celebrating Halloween every year and although we won’t be able to celebrate as we normally do (trick-or-treating is strongly discouraged along with traditional Halloween parades, trunk-or-treat, and other activities where people are outside of their own yards, home and/or cars with people from other households), Nevada County Public Health has worked to include other creative ideas that will help in your creative planning and safer celebration.

How to Get Your Flu Shot This Season

Thank you to the Nevada County community who participated in Nevada County's Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic this Tuesday. Public Health was able to administer nearly 600 flu shots in three and a half hours, practicing for distributing an emergency vaccination.

If you missed Public Health's Flu Shot Clinic, there are still ways to get your flu shot this season.
?Visit your Primary Care Provider
?Stop by your local pharmacy that provides flu shots
?Call 530-265-7265 or 530-265-7049 during business hours starting tomorrow to make your appointment w/ Public Health
- Visit Chapa De's Drive-Thru Flu Clinic on Tuesday afternoons in October. Find more information at chapa-de.org.

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Find Your Five Emergency Allies

Nevada County Arts Council and the County of Nevada are taking the threat of fire to a new level in helping to prepare local artists and arts organizations.

Eliza Tudor, the Council’s Executive Director, says, “With a creative community comprising hundreds of artists, each one of us needs a little help creating a plan. Who should we call in the event of an emergency close to home – and who should we alert in letting others know of imminent danger?”

Riding on the success of Ready Nevada County, an awareness campaign of the Office of Emergency Services (OES), Nevada County Arts Council teamed up with the County to create special Find your Five cards which would appeal to artists and creatives. The idea is increase preparedness by sharing plans with five trusted “Emergency Allies” – and do the same for others.

Sheila Cameron, in her role of media consultant for Ready Nevada County and artist, says, “It’s no different for artists, we have to plan not only for our family and loved ones, but for the most precious elements of our livelihoods, whether it’s our studios, our instruments, our canvasses or our equipment. With a little forethought, many things can fall into place.”

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The Hidden Biases of Good People: Implicit Bias Workshop on October 16th

The newly named, Equity & Inclusion Leadership Alliance (EILA) is a coalition committed to reducing bias and inequality in Nevada County institutions, including healthcare, law enforcement, education, and more. Following the death of George Floyd and many others throughout the United States, the group was formed to both speak out and learn more in order to create sustainable change and greater understanding across the communities served. The Alliance, initiated by President/CEO of Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, Dr. Brian Evans, is still in a formative stage and currently includes local non-profits and community leaders as well as executive level leadership and representation from Grass Valley and Nevada City Police Departments, Nevada County Sheriff's Office, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, Nevada County Superintendent of Schools, and the County of Nevada. All are committed to the stated goals and will continue to explore new levels of accountability within their spheres of influence.

In an effort to share educational opportunities, EILA will host a County-wide Virtual Half Day Cultural Competency Workshop, The Hidden Biases of Good People: Implicit Bias Awareness on October 16th. This is a free half day program described as innovative, engaging, humorous, and motivational. All are encouraged to attend.

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October 13th Board Meeting Preview

Pursuant to Governor Gavin Newsom's Executive Order pertaining to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the County of Nevada will hold its regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Supervisors from the Board Chambers by remote. Tuesday's October 13^th meeting starts at 9:00 a.m.

Comment may be submitted by writing a letter to the Board of Supervisors (letter must be received before 8:00 a.m. the day of the meeting), emailing BOS.PublicComment@co.nevada.ca.us, leaving an eComment at www.mynevadacounty.com/BoardMeetings, calling (530) 270-3474 to provide live comments during the meeting, attending the meeting by remote at a kiosk located at the Eric Rood Administrative Center in Western County, or at the District 5 Board of Supervisors office in Eastern County masks are required to enter a County building. For individuals unable to wear a mask there will be an outside kiosk located at the Eric Rood Administrative Center.

Prior to the 11AM scheduled item the Board will provide a resolution authorizing the Environmental Health Department to waive Fiscal Year 2020/21 permit fees for bars, body art facilities, organized camps, restaurants, and public pools and spas in recognition of the unique impact COVID-19 related Public Health Orders and Mandated Closures have had on these types of businesses

Following the Board of Supervisors will decide on a resolution approving the rebranding of the County of Nevada Transit Services (Gold Country Stage and Gold Country Lift), including naming, logo and color scheme, and directing the Transit Services Manager to update all associated electronic, print, and bus stop-related collateral to the new naming, logo, and color scheme.

During the afternoon session there will be a public hearing to consider amendments to the Outdoor Event Ordinance. The amendments include the following: 1) Increase the number of allowed events from four (4) to eight (8) per year; 2) Modify the permit issuing agency to the Community Development Agency from the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office; 3) Provide clarification of sanitation requirements for portable toilets; 4) Remove the requirements for criminal record checks, and security posting; 5) Clarify the appeal and violation procedures; 6) remove residential zoning allowances; and 7) prohibit events on three consecutive weekends.

The final item on the agenda will be Acceptance of the 2019 Nevada County Annual Crop and Livestock Report.

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Census Self-Response Period Has Been Extended to Oct. 31

The head of the U.S. Census Bureau said that the agency is complying with a judge's order for the 2020 census to continue through the end of October, suspending a Sept. 30 deadline for ending the count. The ruling also suspends a Dec. 31 deadline for turning in numbers used to determine how many congressional seats each state gets in a process known as apportionment. By doing this, the deadlines reverted back to a previous Census Bureau plan that had field operations ending Oct. 31 and the reporting of apportionment figures at the end of April. As of now, the original Census end-dates apply, but the future remains unclear. The Trump administration on Wednesday filed an emergency request to the Supreme Court, again seeking to halt the 2020 Census count.

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Nevada County Community Library Provides New Online Job Help and Veteran Services

The Nevada County Community Library has announced a new service to assist job seekers and veterans entering the civilian workforce. The JobNow and VetNow databases from Brainfuse are new options for patrons provided by the California State Library. Those who access the databases will find live job coaching, resume help and templates, interview tips and skill building, veteran resource navigators, and so much more.

One large advantage of this new service is the availability of experienced live workforce development tutors and veteran navigators to all who access the webpage. This allows users to ask their questions directly and have immediate feedback on their resumes and interview styles. Patrons can even upload their current resume for advice and recommendations on how to improve.

In addition, the new database features learning modules to help patrons gain new skills to grow in their career or personal lives. Whether someone wants to learn more about Excel, find out what it takes to become an electrician, or is looking for practice tests for a Nursing School exam, Brainfuse’s JobNow and VetNow databases have something for everyone.

Interested patrons can access the service from the library website and create an account to start learning more.

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Nevada County Announces Vacancy on its Agricultural Advisory Commission

Nevada County and the Board of Supervisors (BOS) announces a vacancy on the Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission (AAC). The Commission is an advisory body to and for the BOS on all matters pertaining to agriculture. The Commission also plays an integral part of the County’s Williamson Act process. The Williamson Act, also known as the California Land Conservation Act of 1965, enables local governments to enter into contracts with private landowners for the purpose of restricting specific parcels of land to agricultural or related open space use. The vacancy is available for one position on the AAC. Interested persons with a strong viticulture or forestry background are encouraged to apply. The term of the position is four (4) years and until the appointment of his or her successor. This position serves without compensation. For further information, contact Chris de Nijs, Nevada County Agricultural Commissioner, (530) 470-2690

Annual “Our Community Aging and Disability Conference Webinar Series” – “Social and Emotional Wellbeing” Launches Friday, October 9th!

Loneliness is sometimes a fact of modern life and more than three in five Americans reported feeling lonely in a poll by Cigna Insurance in January of 2020. This situation is made more challenging lately by the enforced isolation of COVID-19. And loneliness can affect our physical and emotional health, by increasing stress, altering brain function, increasing risk of heart problems and stroke, triggering depression and suicidal thoughts, and causing or worsening substance abuse.

This Friday, October 9, from 12:30-2:00pm, the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) of Nevada, Sutter and Yuba Counties in partnership with the Falls Prevention Coalition of Nevada County will launch the third in the 2020 Our Community Aging and Disability Conference Webinar series “Social and Emotional Wellbeing”.
This Friday’s webinar will feature Priya Kannall, Mental Health Services Act Coordinator for Nevada County, and Maureen Gerecke, Friendly Visitor Coordinator at FREED. They will discuss the health risks associated with loneliness and isolation and will provide tools for getting connected. Participants will learn about the "Let's Talk Nevada County" program and other resources, both local and online, that can be accessed to help improve connection to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The second webinar in the series, presented on October 16th will feature Anastacia Knight, MSW, Community Social Outreach with the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation, and Diane Miessler, RN, Nevada County Senior Outreach. This webinar will explore how to deal with emotions as we try to adhere to public health recommendations for social distancing. This webinar will cover depression; what it is, what causes it, and what you can do about it.

The third webinar in the series, presented on October 23rd will dive into online resources for exploring existing interests, learning new skills, traveling to new destinations, playing games, making new friends, listening to music, storytelling, sharing new experiences virtually and more. All webinars are from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.

For additional information and to register for these and future workshops, call FREED at 530-477-3333 or 530-742-4474 or register online through the FREED website; www.FREED.org/ADRC/

Please join us and get connected!

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Bear Yuba Land Trust Announces 2020 Conservation Award Winners

Each year Bear Yuba Land Trust recognizes two Conservation Hero Awards including the William Nickerl Award for Conservation Leadership and the John Skinner Sierra Outdoors Recreation Award.

Bear Yuba Land Trust (BYLT) is proud to announce Shelly Covert and Debra Weistar as the recipients of the 2020 BYLT Conservation Awards. Shelly Covert is recognized with the William Nickerl Award for Conservation Leadership for her tireless commitment to conservation and dedication to enriching the community’s connection to the ancestral homelands of the Nisenan Tribe. Debra Weistar is recognized with the John F. Skinner Sierra Outdoors Recreation Award for her lifelong commitment to educating and mentoring youth through nature programming and documentary filmmaking.

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Nevada Irrigation District 101: Learn How NID Reduces Energy and Saves Water

Please join us on Wednesday, Oct. 21st from 2-3pm for a webinar (which will be recorded) with Kaycee Strong from the Nevada Irrigation District (NID) to learn more about their efforts to save water and energy within the district. The presentation will provide an overview of NID programs and touch on their connection to current Energy Action Plan initiatives in our region.

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Job Openings at Nevada County: Welfare Fraud Investigator II - Temporary

Nevada County employs approximately 800 employees covering a full range of services and positions, from accountants to wastewater treatment system operators. In Nevada County, quality of life comes first. It is the only rural California county with two designated Cultural Arts Districts and is known for its abundance of outdoor recreational activities.

Ready to be part of the criminal justice field and working in an organization that supports the public safety of our community? The District Attorney’s Office is hiring a Temporary part-time Welfare Fraud investigator II to investigate and review public assistance fraud.

This position will be primarily focused on investigations of suspected fraudulent aid. This assignment is in a satellite office. The ideal candidate will be comfortable and proficient in the use of technology as management of case information, evidence and information exchange is digital. This is a great opportunity for an individual with past law enforcement experience and currently holds a POST certificate (see below). PERS annuitants are welcome to apply.

The District Attorney’s Office is a team of dynamic individuals who work together closely to fight for justice on behalf of the citizens of Nevada County. It is our responsibility to make sure the innocent are not wrongfully convicted and that the guilty are held accountable.

If you are looking for temporary part-time work in the investigative arena and you meet the following requirements, we encourage you to apply. You must hold a POST Basic certificate OR a POST Basic Academy certificate* (*received within a 3 year period of appointment date) OR a specialized Investigative Basic Course (SIBC) certificate and have one year of full time experience as a Welfare Investigator I or two years of investigative work and completion of 12 college units of criminal investigation techniques.

Find out more information about this position online. Have a question? Contact Human Resources by calling (530) 265-7010 and selecting option 2.

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