Fire Weather Watch Late Sunday Night Into Tuesday Evening

Gusty north to northeast winds will develop late Sunday night and continue through Tuesday across the Delta, the Sacramento and northern San Joaquin valleys, Coastal Range, and the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada, Plumas County mountains, and adjacent foothills for elevations up through 5500 feet. The strongest, most impactful winds are expected over the Delta and the west side of the Sacramento Valley on Monday. For the Sierra, the strongest winds are expected Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. These winds combined with low humidity and dry fuels may lead to critical fire weather conditions lasting into Tuesday evening.

Be prepared for the possibility of a public utility power shut off. Have food, lighting, water, and charged batteries that will last for several days. Keep your go-bag packed, make sure your friends and family are signed up for Code Red, follow trusted news sources and know your zone.  If you’re working outside, be careful using equipment that can create sparks, always check your towing chains to make sure they are not dragging before towing, and remember that burn piles are still prohibited.

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Apply for Defensible Space Assistance Today

We have good news to share! Nevada County received two grants to help low-income residents and citizens living with disabilities pay for defensible space. This is a cost-share program. The grant will cover 75% of the cost to complete defensible space. Homeowners will share in the expense and cover the remaining 25%. Residents interested in participating in the program may apply online today!

Each application will be reviewed for eligibility. If an applicant is eligible, an initial property inspection will occur. 

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Code Officer Appreciation Week in Nevada County, October 3^rd - 9^th

This week, October 3rd through the 9th, 2021, Californians are joining together to recognize code professionals and their vital role in promoting the health and safety of the public and environment.  These professionals work tirelessly in the community to ensure property owners are abiding by County, State, and Federal laws and regulations.

In 2020, Nevada County Code and Cannabis staff investigated approximately 408 new complaints regarding various violations of County, State, and Federal laws and regulations.  Often, code professionals fill multiple roles in the course of their casework and can be found frequently collaborating with local and state health departments, environmental departments, and law enforcement agencies. 

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Board of Supervisors October 12^th 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 remotely. The Tuesday, October 12th meeting starts at 9:00 a.m. Please refer to pages 9 and 10 of the agenda to find how you can provide public comment. Highlights on the agenda include but are not limited to the following. Please visit the link below for the full agenda.

At the start of the meeting, the Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution proclaiming October 15th through November 14th as the United Way of Nevada County Campaign Kickoff Month. Then, the Board will hear a presentation from the Alliance for Workforce Development on their annual 20/21 report.

Following the consent calendar, the Board will consider a resolution proclaiming November 6th through 11th as Military Appreciation Week in Nevada County.

At 10:30 a.m., the Board will consider a resolution to approve a contract providing professional drafting, architectural, and engineering services for affordable housing master plans. Then, the Board will consider a resolution to approve a contract that will develop a broadband programmatic environmental impact report for the construction and installation of high-speed internet infrastructure throughout Nevada County.

Lastly, the Board will consider a resolution honoring Rotary for its work to eradicate Polio and proclaiming October 24, 2021 as "World Polio Day" in Nevada County.

Meeting Agenda

Emergency Connectivity Fund Available Now for Schools and Libraries

Help students in your community close the homework gap. The Emergency Connectivity Fund's (ECF) second funding application period is still open through Oct 13, 2021.  
 
Do you know any librarians, teachers, or school administrators? They may qualify for funding from the Emergency Connectivity Fund Program, which covers reasonable costs of laptop and tablet computers; Wi-Fi hotspots; modems; routers; and broadband connectivity purchases for off-campus use by students, school staff, and library patrons.
 
The purpose of this fund is to help schools and libraries provide the tools and services their communities need for remote learning during the COVID-19 emergency period. ECF will help provide relief to millions of students, school staff, and library patrons and close the Homework Gap for students who currently lack internet access or the devices they need to connect to classrooms. The deadline to apply is coming up on October 13th!

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Job Openings at Nevada County: 
Temporary Accountant-Auditor I 

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 Nevada County Auditor-Controller’s Office is seeking a Temporary Accountant-Auditor I to support its Property Tax and General Accounting units. This position will perform professional accounting and auditing work while providing a valuable opportunity to learn County policies and procedures. Other vital duties include:

• Assist with property tax roll changes and processing
• Review departmental accounting records for accuracy
• Prepare and review Journal Entries
• Prepare financial reports and special financial analyses
• Assist with disaster recovery grant claims

This temporary, part-time position is crafted for individuals with some education and experience in Accounting. Knowledge of governmental accounting practices and Governmental Accounting Standards Board Pronouncements is a plus.

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

New jobs this week:

• Health Technician I-Temporary
• Defensible Space Inspector-Temporary
• Agricultural Biologist II
• Agricultural Biologist I
• Human Services Specialist III
• Correctional Officer I
• Sheriff's Sergeant
• Sheriff's Lieutenant

View Current Job Openings

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