Amended Health Order Sets New Requirements for Large Events & Outdoor Settings

Amended Health Order Sets New Requirements for Large Events, Masks in Crowded Outdoor Settings

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.

In addition to last week’s requirements for face coverings indoors, the amended order:

Requires that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, wear face coverings outdoors in crowded settings.
Prohibits indoor and outdoor gatherings or events where 2,500 or more people will be in attendance, until further notice.
Requires that events with 500 attendees or more develop and implement a plan to verify vaccination status, or proof of a negative test preferably within the 24 hours of the event but no longer than 72 hours prior to the event.

Nevada County is experiencing an unprecedented number of COVID-19 cases admitted to its two hospitals. As of August 24th, Nevada County’s case rate was 49.1 cases per day per 100,000 and the test positivity rate was 12.0%, one of the highest in California.

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No Cost Masks & Sanitizer Available for Small Businesses & Non-profits

No cost PPE (masks and hand sanitizer) is available at locations across Nevada County for small businesses and non-profits while supplies last.

To request PPE, small business owners must complete an online application in advance. After completing the online PPE request form, small businesses may print their confirmation email, or display their confirmation email when picking up PPE. Please complete one form per business only. Hand sanitizer and surgical masks will be available while supplies last.

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COVID-19 Business Task Force Meeting, September 1^st

September's Business Task Force meeting will feature updates on COVID vaccines, the recent amended order on face coverings for crowded outdoor settings and large events, and how to handle COVID outbreaks in businesses. The meeting will also review business resources such as no-cost PPE for small businesses and non-profits, how local businesses are responding, and federal, state, and local business support programs. Find more information and register for the monthly Business Task Force Meetings in the link below.

Businesses are encouraged to connect to the Task Force’s work for updates on grants and business resources. Subscribe to the Coronavirus Business Task Force list at MyNevadaCounty.com/TaskForceNewsletter.

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Community Resiliency Grants Program Applicant's Conference

Community Resiliency Grants Program Applications Due by September 10^th

In July, 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). The decision follows the Board’s April dedication of $5.8 Million in ARPA funds for “Community & Economic Resiliency” projects.

This Community Resiliency Grants program is part of that Board-approved package, which included four grant programs and one loan program. The County seeks grant applications from community-serving institutions and programs that respond to the negative economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and are designed to increase resiliency, support recovery, and provide relief. Eligible entities include nonprofit organizations, for-profit businesses, and special purpose districts. Grants will be capped at $100,000, and applications are due by September 10, 2021.

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Know Your Zone & Sign Up for CodeRED Emergency Alerts

Zones and CodeRED Emergency Alerts work together to save time when minutes count. To understand whether your residence is under an Evacuation Warning or Order, you need to know your Zone Name. 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. There are 250 evacuation zones in Nevada County. Do you know yours? Search your address to learn your zone at ReadyNevadaCounty.org/Zonehaven.

Register for CodeRED at ReadyNevadaCounty.org/EmergencyAlerts. Add CodeRED to your contacts: 1 (866) 419-5000 & 1 (855) 969-4636. Need assistance? Call 211 Connecting Point by dialing 2-1-1 or 1-833-DIAL211.

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River Fire Recovery: FEMA Relief, Fire Recovery Navigation Program, Right of Entry Form for Cleanup Activities, and More

Nevada County Office of Emergency Services' River Fire Recovery newsletter provides resources and information to guide River Fire survivors through the recovery process. Learn about the Fire Recovery Navigation Program with 211 Connecting Point, new relief resources from FEMA, replacing documents, and understanding the debris removal process.

Additional tools and fire recovery information can be found at ReadyNevadaCounty.org/RiverFireRecovery.

Registrar of Voters Officials to Address Recall Election Questions

California’s recall election process will be illuminated in a presentation on Tuesday, August 31 by Gregory Diaz, Nevada County Registrar of Voters, and Natalie Adona, Assistant Registrar. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Western Nevada County, the presentation will be aired live at 6 p.m. by Nevada County Media and will be available to view on YouTube afterward.

Diaz and Adona will give a brief history and context of California’s recall process, then provide background on the 2021 Recall Election: an overview of the timeline, and process to become a candidate. They will also address how, when, and where to vote in Nevada County.

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DistrictR Community of Interest public mapping tool

Participate in the Supervisorial Redistricting Process

Local governments use new census data every ten years to redraw their district lines to reflect how local populations have changed. Assembly Bill 849 (2019) requires cities and counties to engage communities in the redistricting process by holding public hearings and/or workshops and public outreach

On Tuesday, Nevada County held its first Redistricting Public Hearing at the Board of Supervisors meeting. Residents are encouraged to participate in the Redistricting process by submitting comments or feedback via the DistrictR Community of Interest public mapping tool. Learn more on how to participate at MyNevadaCounty.com/Redistricting.

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Residents and Officials Celebrate the Completion of Lone Oak Senior Housing Development in Penn Valley

Nevada County, the Regional Housing Authority, and residents celebrated the completion of the Lone Oak senior housing development in Penn Valley on Tuesday, August 17. Lone Oak, located at 10584 Broken Oak Court in Penn Valley, provides 31 units of affordable housing for Nevada County with lower-income seniors. The housing development contains features such as a dog park, community garden, community room, fitness room, and computer room. Residents began moving in in July and all units are currently full. Rental rates are based on income; residents can earn up to 60% of the area median income and still be eligible for a unit, with no minimum income limits.

Lone Oak senior housing is one of eight developments in planning, active construction, or completion since 2017. Other projects currently in planning or active construction include Cashin’s Field with 51 affordable housing units slated to be completed in December 2022, Brunswick Commons with 41 units targeted for homeless individuals and scheduled for completion in February 2022, Empire Mine Cottages with 22 units scheduled for completion in early 2022 for homeless individuals, The Ranch House with 6 units of permanent supportive housing to be completed in November 2022, and 6 units of criminal justice diversion housing to be completed in November 2021.

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Welcome to Jeff Goldman, Nevada County’s New Chief Probation Officer

Jeff Goldman has been selected as Nevada County’s new Chief Probation Officer.

Jeff has worked for Nevada County since January 2015. He began his probation career with Placer County Probation in early 2001 working at the Juvenile Detention Center. Late in 2002, he left for a position with the Sacramento Police Department. Eventually, he realized he missed the work of a probation officer and in early 2004 returned to a career as a probation officer with Yolo County. He rose through the ranks within Yolo and was eventually promoted to the rank of Program Manager. His assignments spanned both the adult and juvenile systems. He is active in professional organizations including being a Past President of the California Probation, Parole, and Corrections Association (CPPCA).

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Curbside Pickup Continues at Nevada County Library

The Nevada County Community Library wants to remind everyone that it continues to provide curbside and front-door pick-up service for five of its branches during regular open hours. Patrons of the Grass Valley, Madelyn Helling, and Truckee Libraries can place an order for pickup at their favorite location from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Penn Valley Library patrons can pick up anytime between 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. For those individuals seeking a later pickup or a Saturday option, the Bear River Library will have this service available Tuesdays and Wednesdays 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Items available for pickup from the library should be placed on hold either online using their library card or by calling a local branch. Once the item is on hold, those wishing to visit the library can call to schedule a time to pick up their items. Patrons should have their library card ready during this call to check out items over the phone.

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Job Openings at Nevada County: Administrative Analyst in Truckee

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 County of Nevada is seeking a full-time Administrative Analyst II to jointly serve the County Executive Office (CEO) and Board of Supervisors' Office (BOS) located in Truckee, California. A successful candidate will work directly with the Nevada County District V Supervisor, County Executive Office, and Board of Supervisors to help advance projects, promote County priorities, further community initiatives and become an integral team player in the eastern part of the County. The candidate will work in the field and serve as a liaison for the Board of Supervisors' office with constituents, the Town of Truckee, County Departments, and community stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about public policy, place a strong emphasis on the need for data-driven solutions by exploring nuances and multifaceted perspectives when tackling any given issue! Qualifying applicants should have experience and/or a strong desire to work with local elected and community leaders. The position requires strong analytical capabilities and excellent interpersonal communication skills. A successful skillset includes prioritizing multiple priorities while working in a fast-paced and exciting environment. Specifically, skills for success include policy analysis, quantitative and qualitative analytical capacity, and an ability to communicate clearly and succinctly. Understanding the core principles of fiscal budgeting, financial planning, legislative processes, and detailed research strategies is essential! Success in this position requires an individual who is results-oriented with the agility to pivot in response to high-priority goals. Perhaps most importantly is an earnest desire for public service and passion for hopeful solutions to any given challenge.

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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