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  1. Supervisors Approved 2023 Housing Ordinance Amendments

    Supervisors Approve 2023 Housing Ordinance Amendments

    On September 12, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to adopt the 2023 Housing Ordinance Amendments to remove barriers to housing production in unincorporated Nevada County; this reflects the Planning Commission’s recommendation. Learn More
  2. Transit Nevada County Connects Free Fare - Draft Horse Classic Painting of Horse

    Nevada County Connects Offers Free Bus Fares to the Draft Horse Classic

    Enjoy the Nevada County Fairgrounds Draft Horse Classic with free bus fares! Hop on any Nevada County Connects bus on Thursday, September 21, through Saturday, September 23. Enjoy a stress-free ride to the fairgrounds or throughout Western Nevada County! Learn More
  3. Sierra Business Council Assisting with Administration of Cannabis Grant Programs

    Nevada County Supervisors Approve Sierra Business Council to Administer Cannabis Grant Programs

    Supervisors approved two contracts with the Sierra Business Council to administer and distribute funds for 2 Cannabis grants supporting the Local Cannabis Equity Program. The Program will reduce the barriers to entering the regulated cannabis marketplace. Learn More
  4. Rise - Files Petition For Vested Rights

    Rise Grass Valley Files Petition for Recognition of Vested Rights at Idaho Maryland Mine

    Rise Grass Valley filed a petition for recognition of vested rights to conduct mining operations at the Idaho Maryland Mine in Grass Valley. The petition was submitted to the County on Friday, September 1. Learn More
  5. Review Draft  Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Guidebook

    Nevada County’s Draft Accessory Dwelling Unit Guidebook Available for Review

    Nevada County residents are invited to give feedback on the draft accessory dwelling unit (ADU) guidebook being created specifically for Nevada County. A full suite of resources coming later this fall. Learn More
  6. fight the bite

    Fight the Bite: Prevent Mosquitos and Reduce the Risk of West Nile Virus

    West Nile Virus is a mosquito-borne virus that causes disease in humans, horses, and birds. California experienced a significant, wet winter season last year, which has led to a larger mosquito population for 2023. Learn More
  7. Collaboration Day

    Collaboration Day: Discover Valuable Resources for Your Family

    Fire protection advice, career opportunities, kids’ activities, food trucks and more! Learn More
  8. Update: Rise Grass Valley to Petition for Recognition of Vested Rights at Idaho Maryland Mine

    Rise Grass Valley to Petition for Recognition of Vested Rights at Idaho Maryland Mine

    Rise Grass Valley plans to petition for recognition of vested rights to conduct mining operations at the Idaho Maryland Mine, according to a letter sent to Nevada County by its attorney Monday, August 21, 2023. Learn More
  9. Outdoor Visitor Safety Grant Projects - Vault Toilet, Trail maintenance, 49 Bridge Yuba River

    Nevada County Awards $388,840 in Second Round of Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grants

    The Nevada County Board of Supervisors approved a second round of awards totaling $388,480 in Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Program grants to 8 entities to increase resiliency and promote health and safety at highly impacted recreation destinations. Learn More
  10. A hand dials a number on a cell phone. text reads: Paratransit Offers Same-Day On-Demand Services

    Nevada County Now to Offer On-Demand Service for Seniors and People with Disabilities

    Effective August 1, 2023, Nevada County Transit Services and Nevada County Now will begin offering same day on-demand services to seniors 65 and over and eligible members of our disabled community. Learn More
  11. Small Business and Resources Available for Businesses Impacted by Feb 2023 Winter Storm

    Resources Available for Businesses Impacted by Feb 2023 Winter Storm

    Was your business impacted by the 2023 winter storms? You may be eligible for financial assistance from the Small Business Administration. Learn More
  12. Road Rehabilitation Project - Truck and two staff working on spreading mix SB1 Sign in Background

    Roadwork Starting on Dog Bar Road for 2023 Road Repair and Rehab Project

    Nevada County Public Works is starting repairs and surfacing along Dog Bar Road, Carrie Drive, Bobcat Court and Cougar Court in Grass Valley, and Gold Country Drive in Penn Valley as part of the 2023 Road Rehab Project, beginning June 12th August 2023. Learn More
  13. Nevada County Launches Trail Finder App and Invites the Public to Celebrate Trails in June

    Nevada County Launches Trail Finder App and Invites the Public to Celebrate Trails in June

    The Nevada County Board of Supervisors proclaimed June 2023 as “Celebration of Trails Month” in Nevada County, recognizing the incredible benefits trails provide residents and visitors. To celebrate, the County launches Nevada County Trail Finder App. Learn More
  14. A grid of images showing Public Works team members at work

    May 21st to May 27th is National Public Works Week!

    Public Works professionals maintain and support our infrastructure by providing a wide variety of services, including transportation, wastewater, solid waste, road maintenance, engineering, and even maintenance of the County’s fleet of vehicles. Learn More
  15. 2023 National Building Safety Month - Building Safety Starts at Home - Building Safety is Personal

    The Month of May Recognizes Building Safety

    May is National Building Safety Month bringing building safety to the forefront every day. Every month is an opportunity to build safety in our communities. Small improvements can make a significant difference and save lives and property. Learn More
  16. Nevada County Free Green Waste Event May 22 & June 5, 9am to 3pm McCourtney Rd Transfer Station

    Waste Management & Nevada County Offer Free Nevada County Greenwaste Events

    We are happy to announce free green waste events in partnership with Waste Management of Nevada County! Green waste events for Nevada County residents will occur Mondays, May 22nd, and June 5th, 2023, 9 am - 3 pm at the McCourtney Road Transfer Station! Learn More
  17. Ag Commissioner Appointed to Federal National Wildlife Services Advisory Committee

    Nevada County Agriculture Commissioner Chris de Nijs Appointed to Federal National Wildlife Services

    Nevada County’s Agriculture Commissioner Chris de Nijs was appointed to the National Wildlife Services Advisory Committee, advising the U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack on USDA policies and activities recommendations. Learn More
  18. Staff Report Released: Proposed Idaho Maryland Mine Proj. Planning Commission Staff Report Available

    Proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine Public Hearing on May 10th

    Today, the Nevada County Planning Department released the staff report on the proposed Idaho Maryland Mine – Rise Grass Valley Project for the May 10th Planning Commission Public Hearing. Learn More
  19. Mosquito Fish Giveaways 10-12pm May 11& 25, June 8 & 22, July 6 at the Rood Administrative Center

    Nevada County Environmental Health Announces 2023 Mosquito Fish Giveaway Days

    The Nevada County’s Environmental Health Department announces the five (5) Mosquito Fish Giveaways, all occurring on Thursdays starting May 11 and ending July 6. Learn More
  20. Nevada County Breaks Ground on McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project (2)

    Nevada County Breaks Ground on McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project

    Nevada County Supervisor Hoek and staff broke ground on the McCourtney Road Transfer Station (MRTS) Improvement Project along with Bobo Construction, Hansen Brothers Enterprise, & Waste Management. Learn More
  21. Nevada County Connects Easier to Navigate - color and numbers added to Tinloy Station

    Nevada County Connects Makes Bus Stops Easier to Navigate

    Nevada County Connects’ Tinloy Transit Center in downtown Grass Valley received a colorful transformation to make the transit hub easier to navigate and more accessible. Learn More
  22. Heba Photo-square

    Nevada County Welcomes Heba El-Guindy as Public Works Director

    Heba El-Guindy has joined Nevada County as Director of Public Works, bringing 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors. "I believe in Public Works’ role in serving the public and meeting their solid waste, wastewater, and road needs." Learn More
  23. Building Master Plans IG

    New Housing Master Plans Available in Nevada, Placer, and Sierra Counties

    To expedite the permitting process and reduce building costs, Nevada County, Town of Truckee, City of Grass Valley, City of Nevada City, Placer County, and Sierra County are offering new Housing Master Plans for single-family homes or granny units. Learn More
  24. Notice of Public Hearing for Proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine Project

    Proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine Project Notice of Public Hearing Released

    Nevada County Planning Department released the Notice of Public Hearing on the proposed Idaho Maryland Mine – Rise Grass Valley Project. The Planning Commission will hold a meeting for Public Hearing on May 10 and may be continued on May 11 as needed. Learn More
  25. Transit Nevada County Connects Free Fare for Earth Day April 22

    Nevada County Connects Offers Free Fare on April 22 for Earth Day

    Celebrate Earth Day and reduce carbon emissions by hopping on a Nevada County Connects bus! It's our gift to the Earth from you. Please help us make a positive impact in our communities by riding transit on Saturday, April 22nd. Learn More
  26. Help Shape Recreation in Nevada County Take Survey and Make Voice Heard

    Help Shape Recreation in Nevada County: Take the Public Survey, Available Now Through April 16th

    Take a survey about how recreation can be improved throughout the county. The survey provides an opportunity to share concerns, hopes, and ideas for the future of recreation in Nevada County. Input from all community members is needed. Learn More
  27. Rise Graphic - Save the Data

    Save the Date: Idaho Maryland Mine Project Planning Commission Public Hearing Scheduled for May 10th

    The Nevada County Planning Department has scheduled the Planning Commission Public Hearing for the proposed Idaho Maryland Mine – Rise Grass Valley Project on May 10th. The Public Hearing will continue on May 11th as needed. Learn More
  28. Unincorporated Eastern Nevada County Solid Waste Rate Study with garbage truck image

    Unincorporated Eastern Nevada County Solid Waste Rate Study

    Property owners in unincorporated eastern Nevada County (outside the Town of Truckee limits) can learn more about the Solid Waste (trash) Rate Study; the public workshop will be on April 12th at 5:30 pm at the Truckee Town Hall Administrative Center. Learn More
  29. ADU Graphics Mother Lode Social media post FB-Instagram

    Motherlode ADU Wants to Hear From You!

    Mother Lode ADU, a new partnership between Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa, and Nevada counties, has just launched! This group will be developing free resources in 2023, like a Guidebook, Website, Contractor List, and Development Checklist to build more ADUs. Learn More
  30. Matthew Kelley Head Shot

    Matthew Kelley Selected as Nevada County’s Code and Cannabis Compliance Director

    On April 17th, Matthew Kelley will start as Nevada County’s Code and Cannabis Compliance Director. Kelley has over 15 years of land-use planning and regulatory compliance experience working in the public sector. Learn More
  31. Transit Nevada County Connects Free Fare on St. Patrick&#39s Day March 17th

    Nevada County Connects: Free Fares to Celebrate the Fun of St. Patrick's Day!

    Nevada County Transit Services is pleased to announce our efforts to help you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. All transit services will be free to ride on Friday, March 17th, so hop on the bus and enjoy stress-free travel around the community. Learn More
  32. MRTS mockup

    Supervisors Approve McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project

    On Tuesday, February 7th, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved and awarded the McCourtney Road Transfer Station (MRTS) Improvement Project to Bobo Construction. Construction is set to begin Spring of 2023. Learn More
  33. Broadband NewsFlash

    Notice of Upcoming Public Hearing for Nevada County Broadband Final EIR and Document Availability

    Friday, February 10, 2023, the Nevada County Planning Department will release a Notice of Public Hearing and document availability for the Nevada County’s Broadband Final EIR to be heard before the Nevada County Board of Supervisors on February 28, 2023. Learn More
  34. Transit Nevada County Connects Free Fare - NewsFlash

    Nevada County Connects Celebrates 12 Days of Free Transit Fares

    Celebrate the 12 days of Holiday Cheer as Nevada County Connects offers free fares on all routes from December 17th until the end of the year! It’s our gift to you for the holidays. Learn More
  35. IMM Final EIR NOA

    Proposed Idaho Maryland Mine Final EIR Available for Public Review

    Proposed Idaho Maryland Mine Final EIR Available for Public Review Learn More
  36. Recreation and Resiliency Master Plan

    Nevada County Embarks on First-Ever Recreation and Resiliency Master Plan

    Nevada County is embarking on the development of a countywide Recreation and Resiliency Master Plan. The plan is a first for Nevada County, it's a first for California to integrate solutions for adapting to extreme weather and planning for recreation. Learn More
  37. 2021 Crop Report with photo of Yuba River

    Nevada County Releases 2021 Agricultural Crop Report

    The 2021 Nevada County Annual Crop and Livestock Report helps gauge the economic health and diversity of the agricultural community in Nevada County. The total gross value of agricultural products was $21,222,300, which represents about an 8% increase. Learn More
  38. Tires

    Tire Amnesty Event October 24-28 to Reduce Illegal Dumping in Nevada County

    To reduce illegal dumping Nevada County, Grass Valley, and Nevada City residents can dispose of up to nine tires at no cost at select locations during the week of October 24-28 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at various locations within Nevada County. Learn More
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