Nevada County Relief Fund Raises Over $110,000 for River Fire Survivors in One Week

One week after calling for donations for River Fire survivors, the Nevada County Relief Fund has raised over $110,000, with $60,000 coming from 355 generous local donors, and another $50,000 from the Placer Community Foundation. With 54 Nevada County homes destroyed and another nine damaged, these funds are desperately needed to help these devastated households recover. 

 “The fire is mostly contained thanks to our heroic firefighters. Now the hard recovery work begins for our neighbors who have no homes to return to. I commend the more than 350 people who have reached into their pockets and given so much so quickly to the ‘River Fire Relief Fund’ and am deeply grateful to the Placer Community Foundation’s donors as well. I encourage those who haven’t given yet to do so as the need is great,” said Leo Granucci, Co-Chair of the Nevada County Relief Fund’s Community Advisory Council. 

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Important CodeRED Test Reminder from Office of Emergency Services

The County of Nevada will test the CodeRED Emergency Alert system on Monday, August 16. This is an opt-in, mass notification system to communicate critical emergency information, such as Evacuation Warnings and Orders. All residents should register for these alerts. If registered, expect to receive a test call, email, and text on Monday, August 16. No action is required on the day of the test but it is a good time to review your emergency plan with friends, family, and your 5 Emergency Allies. 

Register for CodeRED Emergency Alerts today by creating a managed account at ReadyNevadaCounty.org/EmergencyAlerts, or by calling Connecting Point at 2-1-1 or 1-833-DIAL211 for over-the-phone assistance.

CodeRED Emergency Alerts Explained: Understand Opt-in Alerts and the Mobile Alert App

During wildfire events, 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. Opt-in CodeRED Emergency Alerts coupled with pre-identified evacuation zones, Hi-Lo Sirens, and federal communication systems like Wireless Emergency Alert and the Emergency Alert System were all tools used by the Sheriff’s Office and the Office of Emergency Services during the River Fire.

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Officials Break Ground on Cashin’s Field Affordable Housing Development

Officials from Nevada City, Nevada County, the Regional Housing Authority, and the Affordable Housing Development Corporation ceremoniously broke ground on the Cashin’s Field Affordable Housing Development on August 5th. Cashin’s Field is slated for 51 units of affordable workforce housing located at 170 Ridge Road in Nevada City and will include a community center, two playgrounds, picnic areas, and a central courtyard.  The development is estimated to be complete in December 2022. The Cashin’s Field Development is the result of a strong collaboration across jurisdictions to increase housing for residents of Nevada County.  

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CalFresh Replacement Benefits for River Fire Survivors

Households affected by the River Fire may be eligible for replacement CalFresh benefits through September 3, 2021.

If you get CalFresh and lost food due to the River Fire event (including power outages), you can request replacement benefits through your local county social services office. Call us at 530-265-1340.

Panos Kokkas Appointed to Nevada County's Department of Public Works Director

We are pleased to announce that our new Public Works Director, Panos Kokkas, will be starting on August 16, 2021.  Please help us welcome him to Nevada County!

Panos Kokkas has over 36 years of extensive technical and management experience in the public and private sectors across the country.  He has expertise in the full spectrum of engineering and public works management, including planning, financing, budgeting, project management, engineering, construction, and operations and maintenance activities for municipalities, counties, state agencies, and utility districts; as well as comprehensive experience in developing and managing Capital Improvement Programs (CIP’s).  Agencies he served include the Town of Danville, City of Brentwood, Contra Costa Water District, Illinois Tollway Authority, Yolo County, City of Manteca, and private engineering firms.

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South County MAC Virtual Meeting

The Nevada County Planning Department and South County Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) are moving ahead with an update to the Higgins Corner Area Plan adopted in 2000 as the county seeks to solidify a framework for land use, development, housing, and transportation throughout the Higgins Corner/Lake of the Pines Community Region.

"This is an exciting opportunity for the community and the members of the MAC to engage our new consultant and planning staff on the vision for the South County Area and updating our Area Plan,” said District 2 Supervisor Ed Scofield.

All virtual meeting links are available at the County's Agenda Center. For further information, please contact Jeffrey Thorsby at Jeffrey.thorsby@co.nevada.ca.us or at 530-265-7247.

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Nevada County Connects and Nevada County Now Return to Normal Service Hours

Effective Monday, August 16th, 2021 Nevada County Connects fixed-route bus service and Nevada County Now ADA and Senior On-Demand Paratransit services will resume normal operating hours for weekday service. 



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Bilingual Storytime at Truckee Regional Park

The Truckee Library and the Public Health Department present: Preschool Bilingual Storytime!

This outdoor program is held on Tuesdays at 10:00 am at Truckee’s Regional Park, next to the weekly Farmer’s Market.

The program started on August 3rd and will continue through August 24th. Join us!

Local Artists and Restaurants Bring Back Empty Bowl for All of September

The 15th annual Empty Bowl benefit for Hospitality House is back for all of September to raise awareness and support for individuals struggling with homelessness. Every dollar received from Empty Bowl is a donation toward Hospitality House’s emergency operations and every dollar makes a difference in someone’s livelihood.

Nevada County is proud to sponsor this event and invites the community to join us in supporting Hospitality House. We are truly Better Together.

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Job Openings at Nevada County: 

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.

The Behavioral Health Department is seeking a Psychiatric Technician to support our nursing and psychiatry team! Working alongside dedicated and passionate staff, this position will:

• Prepare and administer medications and assist psychiatrists with medication refills
• Assist in providing clinical care for clients, including client education and therapeutic support
• Compile and maintain records, reports, and other necessary documentation

This position requires a desire to develop positive and engaging connections with adults with serious mental illness. A strong candidate would excel in a work environment that is fast-paced, team-collaborative, and easily adjusts to ever-changing conditions such as service delivery and regulatory changes. Qualified candidates for the Psychiatric Technician will have sufficient education, training, and experience to possess a valid license as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.

View the full job description here.

Have a question? Contact Human Resources by calling (530) 265-7010 and selecting option 2.

View Current Job Openings

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