Nevada County Embarks on First-Ever Recreation and Resiliency Master PlanNevada County is embarking on the development of a countywide Recreation and Resiliency Master Plan. The plan is not only a first for Nevada County, but also one of the first of its kind in the state of California to comprehensively integrate solutions for adapting to extreme weather, wildfire, drought and other impacts as part of planning for parks, trails, open spaces and recreation amenities. Sierra Nevada Conservancy has awarded $200,000 through the Vibrant Recreation and Tourism Grant Program for this effort. Nevada County has also allocated $250,000 through American Rescue Plan Act funds.
“The Recreation and Resiliency Master Plan will be an essential tool to further sustainability and quality of life in Nevada County,” explains Supervisor Hardy Bullock. “Our recreation infrastructure can promote climate and wildfire resilience as well as community health and carry out our community’s vision of how we want to live, work and play.”
Over the next 12- to 18-months, input from all residents is needed - including seniors, students, families, youth, regional partners, and more. Interested community members are invited to sign up to receive an invitation to take the online survey and notifications on the plan’s progress and opportunities to contribute at www.NevadaCountyCA.gov/Recreation.
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Webinar on December 15th for the Independent Report: “Economic Impact of the Proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine Project”Nevada County has released the final independent report, “Economic Impact of the Proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine Project.” The Idaho-Maryland Mine would reinitiate underground mining and gold mineralization processing in Nevada County if approved.
In response to community requests, the Board of Supervisors contracted with Robert D. Niehaus, Inc. (RDN) to conduct an independent economic study on the proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine Project to estimate the economic and fiscal impacts to local businesses, residential property values, utility providers, public services, and tax revenues.
A webinar with RDN will be held on December 15th at 6:00 pm and will include an overview of the purpose and findings of the 90-page report, followed by questions and answers.
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Nevada County Supervisors Recognize Liam Marchi with Youth Leadership AwardToday, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors recognized Bear River High School senior Liam Marchi for standing out as a youth leader through excellence in academics, athletics, theater, and student body government.
"We are very proud of your achievements and just love to see exceptional young people like you serving as a positive role model for your peers," said Supervisor Ed Scofield, who presented the award to Marchi.
Marchi has been a significant contributor to the Bear River High School’s leadership class, from event planning and production to securing event resources and donations. In the fall of 2022, Liam was elected the Associated Student Body President of Bear River High School.
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First Installment of the 22/23 Property Tax Bill Due December 12thTina M. Vernon, Nevada County Treasurer and Tax Collector, would like to remind property owners that the due date for the first installment of the 2022-2023 secured tax bill is December 12th at 5:00 p.m. Payments must be received in the Treasurer-Tax Collector office or show a postmark of December 12, 2022. If mailing close to this date, it is highly recommended to get a hand-stamped timely postmark to ensure timely payment. If received after the December 12th date without a timely postmark, a 10% penalty will be added for late payment.
If you own property in Nevada County and have not received a tax bill, a copy may be printed from the tax collector’s website at www.NevadaCountyCA.gov/TTC.
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December 13th Board of Supervisors Meeting PreviewThe Tuesday, December 13th meeting starts at 9:00 a.m. at the Eric Rood Administrative Center in the Board Chambers. Face coverings are highly recommended for all individuals while indoors. Members of the public can provide general public comments or comment on items on the agenda by attending the meeting in person, emailing BOS.PublicComment@nevadacountyca.gov, calling (530) 270-3474, or by using the Board’s eComment system. Please submit written comments before 4:00 p.m. on Monday, December 12th, to provide time for the Board members to read them and for your comments to become part of the public record. Find additional ways to provide public comment on pages 12 and 13 of the agenda. Please visit the link below for the full agenda.
At the beginning of the meeting, before public comment, Supervisors will recognize retiring Nevada County elected officials Greg Diaz, Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters; Sue Horne, Assessor; and Marcia Salter, Auditor-Controller.
Following public comment and the consent calendar, Supervisors will hear an update on Nevada County’s Homeless Action Plan and Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention funding priorities.
Then, Supervisors will consider accepting a $4.8 million Department of Justice grant award for the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office to update radio tower equipment.
Afterward, Supervisors will consider approving a contract with Buskirk Construction Inc. to begin the Bear River Library project and hear a presentation on Nevada County’s Information Security program.
At 1:30 p.m., Supervisors will recognize outgoing District 3 Supervisor Dan Miller, retiring CAL FIRE Chief Jim Mathias, and Nevada County Consolidated Fire Chief Jim Turner.
Then, Supervisors will consider approving a contract amendment with the nonprofit Bright Futures for Youth to support youth prevention and development opportunities for high school, middle school, and elementary school student programs.
Lastly, Supervisors will authorize the process of selecting Nevada County’s vacant Auditor-Controller position due to the recent Court ruling.
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Nevada County Supervising Deputy Probation Officer Awarded Trainer of the Year at Annual CA Probation AwardsNevada County Supervising Deputy Probation Officer Jim Amaral was recognized as Trainer of the Year at the 2022 Annual Chief Probation Officers of California awards ceremony. This award is given to an employee of any rank selected by the CPOC affiliate for meritorious service, significant contributions, and career achievement, among other reasons warranting recognition.
“We are honored to present Jim Amaral with the Trainer of the Year award for his compassion and diligence as a Supervising Deputy Probation Officer,” said Jeff Goldman, Chief of Nevada County Probation. “We value his extensive knowledge and thank him for sharing that with others.”Read More
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Probation's Community Corrections Partnership Hosts Executive Meeting on December 15thThe Probation Department’s Community Correction Partnership (CCP) expands the use of evidence-based practices in sentencing and probation to reduce the state prison population.
In 2011, Assembly Bill 109 (AB109) expanded the role of the CCP through the establishment of an Executive Committee. The CCP Executive Committee is chaired by the Chief Probation Officer and includes representatives from the Sheriff’s Office, the District Attorney, the Public Defender, the Health and Human Services Agency Director, a local Chief of Police, and a Superior Court representative. The CCP provides planning, oversight, implementation, and assessment of Realignment in Nevada County. Realignment objectives and goals are to be accomplished through the expanded use of evidence-based practices and programming that promotes positive behavioral change and outcomes that have been shown to reduce recidivism.
Attend the CCP Executive Committee meeting on December 15th from 11:00 a.m. to noon at the Nevada County Probation Department Conference Room to learn about Nevada County’s CCP strategic plan, the 23/24 budget, and more. The CCP meetings are open to the public, and participation and involvement are encouraged. The Nevada County Probation Department is located at 109 ½ N. Pine St, Nevada City.
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Learn about Employment and Internship Opportunities at Nevada County Have you considered a career with Nevada County? The County is one of our area’s largest employers, with approximately 800 employees covering a full range of services and positions, from accountants to wastewater treatment system operators.
If you’re interested in learning about the career and internship opportunities Nevada County has to offer, mark your calendar for Nevada County Human Resources’ Job and Internship Workshop on Wednesday, December 14th, at 3:00 p.m. at the Madelyn Helling Library in Nevada City. Human Resources staff will walk you through how to apply for internships and jobs, share current employment opportunities, answer your questions, and help you navigate the process during the Workshop.
Have children ages three and up? Bring them along! Human Resources has partnered with the Madelyn Helling Library to concurrently hold a Children’s story time, sing-along, and play program.
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Nevada County Grand Jury Seeks VolunteersThe Nevada County Civil Grand Jury is recruiting volunteers to wrap up its 22/23 jury year, ending on June 30, 2023.
The Grand Jury is looking for County residents interested in helping increase the efficiency of Nevada County's local government agencies, save taxpayer dollars, and improve services. Truckee residents are welcome to participate as most of the Grand Jury's meetings are conducted via Zoom, so travel to Nevada City would be infrequent.
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Job Openings at Nevada County: Senior Community Development TechnicianNevada 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 Environmental Health Department is looking for interested individuals who want to start a career as an Environmental Health Specialist. As a Senior Community Development Technician, Nevada County will help you to gain skills and get the Registered Environmental Health Specialist Trainee certificates needed to become an Environmental Health Specialist I. If you are an individual who wants to help ensure the safety of our community and has the skills to interpret and explain environmental health policies and regulations, this is a great training program for you. Incumbents must participate in an approved training program to receive their Registered Environmental Health Specialist Trainee CDPH letter for an EHS I Trainee.
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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