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Last Week to Complete "Need for Speed" Broadband Survey

Nevada County residents have just a week left to take the “Need for Speed” Broadband Survey. The County encourages all residents and businesses to participate in the survey, which will assess high-speed internet (or “broadband”) availability and reliability across the county.

So far, the survey has collected nearly 4,000 responses. More participation will give the County a better understanding of the issue.

“We need a precise snapshot of internet access in Nevada County. We know there is a need out there. Now we are asking for the public’s help to get an accurate picture of where the gaps in service are,” says Board Chair Sue Hoek.

The results of the survey will help the County prioritize new broadband projects, apply for funding, and advocate to elected officials and state regulators.

The survey, at www.mynevadacounty.com/broadband, takes less than 5 minutes to fill out and is available in both English and Spanish. Respondents who have internet access will be prompted to test their internet speed and provide the results. Those with slow speeds or no available internet at all are especially encouraged to participate.

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Burn Permits Required Beginning April 18^th

Effective 8:00 a.m. Monday, April 18, 2022, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit (NEU) will require burn permits for residential burning within Nevada, Yuba, and Placer Counties.

Residents wishing to burn MUST verify it is a permissive burn day prior to burning. For burn day information, contact the Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District at 530 274-7928 or 530-582-1027 or visit myairdistrict.com.

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YubaNet: Getting Ready for Peak Fire Season - It Takes a Village

The defensible space around your home is done (for now), your Go Bags are packed and you practiced evacuation routes and getting in touch with everyone according to the emergency plan. But wait, there’s more!

There is no magic wand and muttering “Evanesco” will not vanish the fuel load all around us. Joining or creating your Firewise community is a way to learn more and share resources and best practices. The Nevada County Coalition of Firewise Communities meets monthly (on Zoom for now.)

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Candidate Forums Scheduled for June Primary Elections

In preparation for the June 2022 Primary Elections, the League of Women Voters of Western Nevada County is organizing its popular candidate forums.

The forums will be held in-person at the Rood Center, streamed live on Comcast and Suddenlink channel 18, and on the Nevada County Media website and YouTube channel.

The first event will be held on April 19th from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, with candidates running for Nevada County Supervisor Districts 3 and 4.

The forums can be viewed on demand within 24 hours after the events on NCM’s Local Politics YouTube channel and on the LWVWMC YouTube channel.

Questions for candidates will be solicited in advance and at the forums, and can be sent to info@lwvwnc.org.Questions should be specific and applicable to all candidates in a forum.

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Public Safety Telecommunicators Week: Celebrating our Dispatchers

The unsung hero that you’ll most likely never meet but sits ready for your call 24/7/365. Our dispatchers are an amazing group of people that put our community and our first responders first.

Dispatchers, this is the week we celebrate you! Thank you for everything you do. Whether it’s a 16 hour shift or handling some of the most difficult phone calls, you do your job with pride and professionalism - and we appreciate it!

Please help us celebrate those behind the curtains that help each shift run just a little smoother.

Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Plan Update FY 22/23

The Nevada County Behavioral Health Department is inviting all stakeholders to review and comment on Nevada County's Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Plan Update for fiscal year 2022/2023 and Annual Progress Report for fiscal year 20/21. The Public Comment Period will last for a period of 30 days from April 13, 2022 to May 13, 2022. The Mental Health Services Act, also known as Prop 63, is funded by a 1% tax on personal income over $1 million per year, and is designed to expand and transform California’s county mental health systems.

Notable changes within the MHSA Annual Plan Update for FY 22/23 include:

Funding increases for existing contracts and programs
Enhanced support for the Homeless Outreach and Medical Engagement (HOME) Team
Investment in replacement of the current Electronic Health Record (EHR)

To view the FY 22/23 Annual Plan Update and FY 20/21 Annual Progress Report, go to www.mynevadacounty.com/mhsa.

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SBC Economic Development Survey: Inform the Roadmap to Resilience

Sierra Business Council is conducting a survey to inform an update to the Sierra Economic Development District’s regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) in El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sierra, and Nevada Counties.

A CEDS is a roadmap designed to build resilience and diversify the regional economy. The CEDS brings together public, private and philanthropic sectors and the document is required to qualify for future funding from the U.S. Economic Development Administration and other agencies.

Send questions or comments to eharvey@sierrabusiness.org.

Thank you for participating. Your feedback is very important!

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Mobile TV Production Comes to Nevada County

Nevada County Media (NCM) and the Nevada County Library recently collaborated to transform the Library's Bookmobile into a mobile television production studio.

“Providing mobile live production has always been a priority. It just took us a while to include it responsibly,” stated Ramona Howard, Executive Director at Nevada County Media. "In 2019, we lost the independent company that was doing most of the live production in our community, and that left a big hole. Stepping into those shoes required several items to fall into place."

Nick Wilczek, Nevada County Library Director, said that he “loves that the library can continue supporting our community and partner organizations in new, creative ways. I can’t wait to see what Ramona and the NCM team are able to accomplish with the mobile studio.”

The NCM mobile studio is a high definition set-up that allows for high definition multi-camera recording, live editing, streaming/broadcasting, and more. Partnerships with local chambers of commerce, cities, and the County will bring the NCM team out to many community events, starting this spring.

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Campaign Signs Face Restrictions Along State Highways

With the 2022 primary election season gearing up, political candidates and campaign workers for either an office or ballot measure are reminded of a state law governing the placement of “Temporary Political Signs” within view of a state highway.

Section 5405.3 of the State Outdoor Advertising Act permits the placement of Temporary Political Signs along state highways with restrictions. However, these signs are not to be placed within the state right of way. In addition, signs cannot be visible within 660 feet from the edge of the right of way of a classified “landscaped freeway.”

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Job Openings at Nevada County: Animal Control Officer 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 Sheriff's Office is seeking an Animal Control Officer I.

Interviews will be held on May 4, 2022.

Don't miss out on this opportunity! Apply to be an Animal Control Officer I with the Nevada County Sheriff's Office. The Animal Control Officer is an integral part of Nevada County whose mission is to encourage responsible pet ownership while enforcing the laws for the protection of animals and the community! This position is crafted for individuals who have graduated from high school and have certification of training in Basic Animal Law Enforcement from the Humane Society or National Animal Control Society within one year of employment. No college degree is required. If you have knowledge of basic species and breed identification of domestic and common wild animals, that's a plus!

This is an introductory-level position where individuals, with general supervision, protect animals from improper use, abuse, neglect and inhumane treatment while protecting citizens from annoyance, intimidation, injury and property damage by animals. More importantly, they possess powers of arrest and often issue citations for violations of law.

Other vital duties include:

Evaluate alleged violations of the State and county codes and applicable laws
Author and serve warrants
Prepare detailed reports of all activities
Capture and quarantine suspected rabid animals, surgically prepares dead animals for Fluorescent Rabies Antibody testing
Rescue injured and trapped animals using humane traps and remote chemical immobilization equipment when necessary.
Responds to public calls and complaints, addresses licensing requirements, educates the public regarding county codes, and issues warning notices or citations for violations.

Why Nevada County Sheriff's Office? We are committed to providing excellence in public service in partnership with our community. Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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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