Report Storm Concerns in Unincorporated Nevada CountyThe National Weather Service predicts a significant storm through early next week impacting holiday travel. The Nevada County Public Works Roads team will be ready to address roadside concerns, from clearing downed trees to sanding and snowplowing 24/7 throughout the holiday weekend.
The upcoming storm may bring snow down to lower elevations around 2500 feet. Our team of snowplow operators begins plowing once there are 3 inches of snow on the roadway, should the snowfall reach that depth they will begin clearing arterial roads, followed by collector roads, and then county-maintained residential roads (most residential roads in Nevada County are private roadways).
Our Roads crew urges you to drive safely and remember your snow chains and/or 4WD with snow tires.
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"California is the second most expensive place to live in the Unites States, behind New York," says Mike Dent, Director of Nevada County Housing & Child Support Services. According to the California Housing Partnership, 72% of families with low income spend more than half of their income on housing.
Nevada County has taken proactive and decisive action to address affordable housing for community members who can no longer afford housing including our teachers, healthcare aids, bus drivers, restaurant workers, daycare workers, artists, and seniors with low income.
The proof is in the projects.
Since 2017, eight projects have been in planning, active construction, or completed, totaling 301 new units of affordable housing throughout the county: 157 units for Western Nevada County and 144 units for Eastern County. As of the end of this year a total of 175 units have been completed and are in the process of leasing or are already occupied.
“By January 2022, 69 additional units will be completed, and we want to keep going. Affordable housing is a priority and seeing these properties come together is really inspiring,” said Dent.
Watch our new video, "Better Together: Affordable Housing in Nevada County" to learn more about these new housing projects and how they have impacted the lives of Nevada County residents.
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Spread Cheer, Not COVID-19, this Holiday Season‘Tis the season to be jolly, and the Nevada County Public Health department is filling stockings with one of the most coveted gifts of the year: COVID-19 test kits. To promote safe gatherings this holiday season, Public Health plans to distribute nearly 6000 COVID-19 rapid tests to Nevada County residents with low income. The iHealth test kits, which were provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), can give holiday partygoers peace of mind.
“An at-home antigen test is a great tool for preventing the spread of COVID-19. It’s a do-it-yourself test. Results take 15 minutes. If you have a party in the evening, you can take your test that afternoon and know that you won’t infect your friends and family members,” said Public Health Officer Dr. Scott Kellermann.
The Public Health department will distribute the test kits to residents with low income in partnership with the Food Bank of Nevada County, Interfaith Food Ministry, and via the department’s safety net clinic in Truckee. Residents can also purchase rapid tests at local drug stores.
In addition to testing, residents should take the following precautions this winter: Get vaccinated. The COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and free for all California residents. Unvaccinated people are 7.1 times more likely to get COVID-19 and 15.8 times more likely to die from the virus. Vaccinations are our best line of defense. Upgrade your mask. Choose a mask with good fit and filtration. A well-fitted mask has no gaps between the face and mask. Good filtration blocks virus particles from getting through the mask itself. N95 and KN95 masks work best. Stay home if you test positive or have symptoms. Early COVID-19 symptoms can look very similar to the common cold. If you have a sore throat or the sniffles, don’t risk spreading COVID-19 to your loved ones. Improve ventilation. Open doors and windows to keep air flowing and avoid crowded, poorly ventilated spaces.
Those who plan to travel to or from California should follow CDPH travel guidelines. All travelers arriving or returning to California from other states or countries should test 3 to 5 days after arrival.
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Behavioral Health Supports Community When Crisis OccursOftentimes when a tragedy strikes in our community, whether that is the death of a beloved teacher or coach, a fire in which homes are lost, or other events that are traumatic for our community, the Nevada County Behavioral Health department responds to those who are impacted.
Staff who are trained in the NOVA crisis support model are able to hold groups and individual sessions with people who are struggling with a difficult event and help them to work through their emotions and grief. The model has been used most recently in the aftermath of the tragic plane crash in Truckee and after the recent death of a local young woman in front of many of her friends.
In a small community such as ours, losses often reverberate quickly as a result of how connected we are to one another, and having supportive services immediately available can help to lessen the pain people are experiencing.
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River Fire Recovery Continues with Residential Master Plans Available for Property OwnersThe Nevada County Community Development Agency (CDA), Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES), and the Nevada County Contractors’ Association recently teamed up with several local design professionals to provide preapproved residential master plans for property owners affected by the River Fire.
“We are proud to work with the CDA and OES to bring the community this free online resource intended to not only help reduce the cost of rebuilding but also reduce the time to get a permit. Our goal is to help those looking to rebuild after the devastating River Fire get back into their homes as quickly and smoothly as possible,” said Bre Deschaine, Executive Director, Nevada County Contractors’ Association.
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Interested and Concerned About Mental Health in Nevada County? Send Your Questions to the League of Women VotersThe League of Women Voters of Western Nevada County's next Stay Informed event (an ongoing educational series) is "Mental Health in Nevada County and Beyond," a panel discussion on mental health in our county. The on-demand video will made available to the public online in January.
The panel will include Judge Tom Anderson, Grass Valley Chief of Police Alex Gammelgard, Nevada County Director of Behavioral Health Phebe Bell, Turning Point Program Director Heather Vance, and Casey Davey with the HOME Team (Homeless Outreach and Medical Engagement).
To have your questions about mental health in Nevada County considered for the panel of local experts, please send them to joannmarie615@gmail.com.
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Nevada County Reads 80,000 Minutes in Winter Reading ChallengeIt's not too late to join the Nevada County Community Library’s Winter Reading Challenge. As of today, Nevada County is more than halfway to a community reading goal of 100,000 minutes with an impressive 80,000 minutes already logged! Pick up a bingo card at your local library and log minutes on Beanstack (mynevadacounty.beanstack.com), a virtual reading platform. Download the Beanstack mobile app to log minutes in real time and participate in leaderboards for some friendly competition.
The more minutes you read, the more chances you’ll earn to win the Winter Reading prize drawing. Listen to audiobooks, read aloud, read as fast as you can, and discover new-to-you library resources. Any book counts toward reading, including magazines, graphic novels – even the back of the cereal box! For reading recommendations from library staff, subscribe to the Let’s Talk Books! Blog at mynevadacounty.com/library.
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County Offices Closed for New Year's HolidayAll administrative County offices will be closed on Friday, December 31st in observance of the New Year's holiday. Public safety and Sheriff's patrol services will continue. Normal business hours for other offices will resume on Monday, January 3rd.
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Job Openings at Nevada County: Clinical SupervisorNevada 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. Nevada County is seeking a Clinical Supervisor to support our Adult Behavioral Health Access/Therapist Team. Duties and programs supported by this division include: - Oversee the Adult Behavioral Health intake process, outpatient therapy, and coordination of case management and medication management for County residents who have a serious mental illness.
- Provide clinical supervision to interns and practicum students who are accruing hours towards licensure.
- Provide clinical guidance and training for therapists providing mental health services to ensure that clients receive evidence-based treatment and interventions in line with their stated goals and treatment plan.
- Ensure that documentation and authorizations for services are in compliance with federal, state, and county regulations.
- Assess, consult, coordinate, and communicate with multiple agencies and community partners.
Services are provided in consultation with the clinical team and regional partners and outside agencies. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaborative, creative problem solving. We have a friendly, nurturing work environment and enjoy the privilege of serving individuals with serious mental illness. We seek to hire individuals who are not only caring but also bring a sense of humor and fun at the right time. 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: View Current Job Openings
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