Nevada County Advocates for Local Issues in D.C. 

Vice-Chair and District 5 Supervisor Hardy Bullock met with California and Nevada County’s federal representatives and agencies in Washington D.C. this past week while attending the National Association of Counties (NACo) 2023 Legislative Conference. In addition to critical meetings with Nevada County’s congress members and senators while in D.C., the conference focuses on federal policy issues that impact counties and their residents and included a special session with President Biden that discussed the critical role local government has in the everyday lives of America.

“A highlight was meeting with Nevada County’s representatives to advocate for important local issues like wildfire and forest management, public lands and increased visitation to our recreational areas, and workforce housing,” said Bullock. “These initial conversations will allow us to continue advocating and increasing their understanding of issues affecting Nevada County and other rural counties while they are looking at policy and budget decisions.”

In addition to the Board of Supervisors 2023 Objectives, Supervisors also adopt a Legislative Platform that advocates for the County’s top policy objectives and funding for infrastructure needs. For 2023, the Board has identified agriculture, environment, natural resources, housing, land use, transportation, health and human services, and others as important federal legislative and regulatory priorities.

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California State Parks Volunteer Program Open House on February 25^th

Are you wondering if there’s a volunteer activity that you would enjoy doing in the California State Parks
of the Sierra foothills? Sierra Gold Sector is hosting an informational Volunteer Program Open House on Saturday, February 25th, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Empire Mine State Historic Park, South Yuba River State Park and Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park, for those interested in learning more about the wide variety of volunteer opportunities available.

Volunteer docents will be staffing tables at all three parks to talk with visitors about the activities they do and answer questions about the volunteer program. Entrance fees are waived for event attendees. A multi-day volunteer training for the three parks will begin on March 3rd.

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Truckee Tahoe Workforce Housing Agency Announces New Strategic Direction

The Truckee Tahoe Workforce Housing Agency Board of Directors approved a five-year strategic plan on January 18th, 2023. The Plan sets forth a bold roadmap to expand services, programs, and funding for housing the local workforce.

Truckee Tahoe Workforce Housing Agency (TTWHA) is a new joint powers authority formed in 2020 by four public agencies to address the housing needs of their employees. Today, the Agency has grown to include seven public agencies, including Nevada County, Placer County, Tahoe Forest Hospital District, Tahoe Truckee Unified School District, Truckee Donner Public Utility District, Truckee Tahoe Airport District, and the Town of Truckee.

In 2022, recognizing the region’s growing housing needs, the Agency determined that the founding mission, to serve the employees of its member agencies, needed to expand in order to better serve the entire community.

“We care deeply about the region's rapidly growing housing challenges. Our 2023 Strategic Plan outlines a framework that includes six targets, goals, and objectives to help us pursue housing solutions for our Truckee-Tahoe community. We hope to make a material improvement in workforce housing in the years to come,” stated Harry Weis, CEO of Tahoe Forest Hospital District and TTWHA Board Chair.

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Community Survey Launched to Improve Communication and Public Outreach Plans 

The Town of Truckee has launched a survey that intends to improve communications efforts to foster community cohesion, greater accessibility to information, and increased, meaningful community engagement. It is anticipated that the survey will provide staff with information about what communication tools and social media platforms the Truckee community utilizes, and what Town of Truckee issues, programs and services they want to stay informed about.   

 Mayor Lindsay Romack explains that “The Truckee Town Council is committed to enhancing communication and public outreach to facilitate community cohesion.  We want to adapt our communication strategies to encourage greater engagement and community participation in Town decisions. Survey results will not only provide us with a more comprehensive understanding of the ways our community wants us to engage with them, but also the different community groups that we may not be reaching and how we can better serve them.” 

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PG&E Invites North Valley & Sierra Region Customers to Town Hall for Updates on Local Projects and Vegetation Work

PG&E invites North Valley & Sierra Region customers to a virtual town hall to share the latest updates in their region, highlight efforts to keep trees and other vegetation a safe distance from powerlines, and connect customers with their local leadership team, including Regional Vice President Joe Wilson.

On Tuesday, February 21st, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., PG&E experts will provide a brief presentation, during which participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. The event can be accessed through this link, by phone, or through PG&E’s website, pge.com/webinars.  

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County Offices Closed Monday for the Presidents Day Holiday

All County administrative offices will be closed on Monday, February 20th, for the Presidents Day holiday.

Public safety and Sheriff's patrol services will continue as usual. Regular business hours for other offices will resume on Tuesday, February 21st.

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Job Openings at Nevada County: Assistant County Clerk-Recorder

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.

Nevada County's Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters is seeking an experienced, collaborative leader to be the next Assistant County Clerk-Recorder to assist with planning, organizing, directing, and managing the activities of the County Clerk-Recorder's office. The Assistant Clerk-Recorder provides highly complex staff assistance to the County Clerk-Recorder, including managing the Recorder, County Clerk, and Elections offices and associated budget and human resource needs, chairing the Voter Outreach and Education Committee, and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with partner agencies and vendors. 

The Assistant County Clerk-Recorder coordinates vote center worker training and placement during election seasons, overseeing myriad election tasks. The Assistant Clerk-Recorder is relied on to troubleshoot and produce feasible, efficient solutions when problems arise. The Assistant Clerk-Recorder is also the primary contact for local municipal, school, and special districts, as well as voters and candidates seeking information on both recording and election law and procedure. The Assistant Clerk-Recorder provides continuous oversight during peak workload election periods, requiring considerable overtime. 

The County Clerk-Recorder’s office is seeking someone with the following strengths:

• Substantial experience evaluating and/or establishing policies and procedures to ensure the efficiency of operations and compliance with current law
• Strategic planning skills to lead through significant change and promote a culture of inclusion, learning, and excellence
• Extensive experience leading and motivating successful teams in a public sector environment
• An in-depth understanding of County governmental operations, policies, and procedures
• Strong ethics and a high level of integrity  

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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