NEVADA COUNTY TO PARTICIPATE IN ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NORTHERN CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH

Nevada County Probation will raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Northern California (SONC) by participating in the 2023 Law Enforcement Torch Run on June 13, 2023.

The Nevada County leg of the run will take place June 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. &a...

Share Your Project Ideas for Improving Recreation in Nevada County

Nevada County invites residents and visitors countywide to share project ideas to improve recreation. Take the survey online or at community events and locations now through July 7^th. All ideas are welcome!

Nevada County and its partners are askin...

Nevada County Welcomes Kathy Cahill as Public Health Director

Nevada County is excited to welcome Kathy Cahill as Public Health Director starting July 10^th. 

Cahill will lead Nevada County's Public Health Department, working alongside Health Officer Dr. Sherilynn Cooke and overseeing a team of 43 st...

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, which recognizes the incredible benefits trails provide local residents and visitors. To celebrate, the County is launching the new Nevada Count...

Nevada County Connects Offers Summer Youth Bus Passes

Nevada County Connects offers a Summer Youth Bus Pass for kids ages 6 -17 with proof of age. The Pass provides unlimited rides on all Nevada County Connects fixed routes, including Route 5 to Auburn, Route 6 to Penn Valley – Lake Wildwood, and Route 7 ser...

Keep Up Your COVID Defenses

By Dr. Sherilynn Cooke, Nevada County’s Public Health Officer

COVID-19 is still making us sick in Nevada County, but we can protect ourselves.

Many people think that because the declarations of&...

The Secret to Nevada County's Award Winning HR Programs

By Steve Rose, Nevada County Human Resources Director

The Nevada County human resources department has been recognized recently by the U.S. Department of Labor, the California State Association of Counties, International City/County Management Association ...

2023 Housing Ordinance Amendments Community Workshop

The Nevada County Planning Department announces a Community Workshop on the proposed 2023 Housing Ordinance Amendments on June 8^th at 6:00 pm at the Eric Rood Administrative Center.  The proposed amendments to Nevada County’s Land Use Development...

Nevada County Sheriff’s Office Joins Operation Dry Water

In an effort to educate recreational boaters nationwide about the dangers of boating while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, Nevada County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in the annual Operation Dry Water campaign. The mission of Operation D...

Public Invited to Unveiling of Plaque Commemorating Washington's Chinese Community

In the 1850s, over 20% of Nevada County‘s population was Chinese. The town of Washington had one of the County's largest Chinese communities, and one of the most prominent Chinese families was that of Suey Chung (later better known as Fong Chow) and his w...

6/27/2023 Notice of Intent to Purchase Real Property

NOTICE OF INTENT TO PURCHASE REAL PROPERTY THE PURCHASE PRICE OF WHICH IS $2,649,850 

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at 10:00 am or as soon thereafter as the matter may be considered, in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, F...

Stay Out, Stay Alive: South Yuba River Public Safety Cohort Stresses Unsafe Conditions at the River

Every year, first responders receive several calls for service for visitors who have an accident at the South Yuba River due to slips and falls. Swift water rescues are performed many times through the summer months due to unsafe river conditions.&nbs...

Historical Landmarks Commission Invites Public to Kentucky Flat School Dedication Ceremony May 23rd

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission and the Grass Valley School District are pleased to invite the public to attend the dedication ceremony of a plaque commemorating the Kentucky Flat School as a historical landmark. The ceremony will be hel...

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Did you know that over the last year, Nevada County’s local crisis line (530-265-5811) received more than 3,000 calls for mental health-related support? During the month of May, let’s norm...

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, which advises the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Thomas Vilsack on recommendations for policies and activities for ...

Nevada County Releases RFP for Veterans Mental Health Services

Nevada County is inviting proposals from qualified firms or individuals to provide mental health support services for veterans in need of services within Nevada County. Nevada County seeks a qualified firm with the experience, expertise, and qualification...

Nevada County Planning Commission Recommends the Denial of Proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine

Today, after approximately 9 hours of public comment over two days, the Nevada County Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the denial of the proposed Idaho Maryland Mine – Rise Grass Valley Project and the Final Environmental Impac...

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. 

??Dispose of all your landscape trimmings, including pruned branches, leaves, grass clippings, shrubs, untreated wood, and flowers.

??Materials...

6-13-2023 Adult and Family Services Commission CSBG Community Action Plan

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 

TO BE HELD AT THE SUBMITTAL PHASE OF THE 2024/2025 COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN FOR PLANNING UNDER THE COMMUNITY SERVICES BLOCK GRANT AS REQUIRED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES AND DEVELOPMENT. 

NOTICE IS HEREBY...

Nevada County Breaks Ground on McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project

Today, May 1^st, Nevada County Supervisor Hoek and staff broke ground on the McCourtney Road Transfer Station (MRTS) Improvement Project along with Bobo Construction, Hansen Brothers Enterprise, and Waste Management. This project will repurpose the existin...

Student Activist Maddux Eckerling Brings Mental Health Message to the State Capitol

“I am here because exercise saved my life,” Maddux Eckerling told the crowd gathered outside of the State Capitol on May 1st to kick off California Moves for Physical and Mental Fitness Month. 

Eckerling, who serves as the president of the Bring C...

Equity & Inclusion Leadership Alliance Announces Community Survey

Some things are a crime, and some things just aren’t right! Safe and Unified Nevada County believes we can address both--and build a stronger community--by sharing our experiences, finding common ground, and providing meaningful support to those ...

6-13-2023 Adult and Family Services Commission 2023/24 Community Action Plan public hearing

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

TO BE HELD AT THE SUBMITTAL PHASE OF THE 2024/2025 COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN FOR PLANNING UNDER THE COMMUNITY SERVICES BLOCK GRANT AS REQUIRED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES AND DEVELOPMENT 

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that...

6-13-2023 Truth Act Forum

NOTICE OF TRUTH ACT COMMUNITY FORUM

 Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Supervisors’ Chambers, First Floor, Eric Rood Administrative Center, 950 Maidu Avenu...

6-13-2023 Truckee-Donner Recreation and Park District Park Impact Fees public hearing

Notice of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, First Floor, Eric Rood Administration Center, 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada Ci...

6-13-2023 Eastern County Solid Waste Parcel Charges public hearing

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, First Floor, Eric Rood Administration Center, 950 Maidu Avenue, ...

Nevada County Releases RFQ for County Cafe

Nevada County is inviting proposals from qualified vendors, individuals and/or businesses to enter into a lease agreement and establish a business within the County Café space located inside the Eric Rood Administrative Building (ERAC).

Food selection shou...

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 10^th Planning Commission Public Hearing. 

At the May 10^th Public Hearing, the Planning Commission wi...

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.  

“Mosquito fish consume a lot of insect larvae in ponds or other standing bodies of ...

Rome Power House Designated as a Nevada County Historical Landmark

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is delighted to announce the County's latest landmark: The Rome Power House, approved by the Board of Supervisors on April 25, 2023.

The Rome Power House was the first and only hydroelectric generating plan...

Board Objective Report Highlights Progress on Community Priorities

By District 2 Supervisor and Board Chair Ed Scofield

To start the year, we faced the now familiar challenge of the winter storm, responding to widespread impacts and now, recovery. Although areas like Alta Sierra did not experience the same severe damage o...

Join Nevada County's Work Toward Climate Resilience as a CivicSpark Fellow

In February, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors adopted Climate Resilience as a priority objective to safeguard Nevada County’s economic durability, environmental integrity, and public health and safety by preparing for, adapting to, and mitigating ch...

Nevada County Issues Request for Qualifications for Last Mile Broadband Grant Support

Internet service providers (ISPs) are invited to respond to a newly released Request for Qualifications for Last-Mile Broadband Grant and Support Opportunity.

In preparation for upcoming funding opportunities from local, state, and federal agencies, Nevada...

Take the Nevada County All Veterans Survey by May 15th

Nevada County's Veterans Services Office (VSO) has launched its fourth annual online "All Veterans Survey." The survey will help shape the VSO's strategic plan for serving our veteran community. Approximately 500 veterans respo...

Veterans Services Offers Diverse Programs to Veterans

Nevada County's Veterans Services Office (VSO) is partnering with non-profits Guitars 4 Vets and Team River Runner to provide expanded services to Nevada County Veterans. In addition to the core services provided by Nevada County VSO, these addit...

Medi-Cal Coverage Rules Are Changing

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Medi-Cal had a "continuous coverage" policy intended to keep Medi-Cal recipients covered during the public health emergency. This continuous coverage policy meant that Medi-Cal recipients were not required to comple...

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.

The County of Nevada Transi...

Nevada County Welcomes Heba El-Guindy as Public Works Director

Heba El-Guindy has joined Nevada County as Director of Public Works, bringing nearly 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors.

“I’m excited to work with the community and our Public Works team on the complex projects and programs that come ...

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. The Nevada County Transit Division aimed to create a simple, color-coded visual repre...

Medi-Cal Coverage Rules Are Changing

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Medi-Cal had a "continuous coverage" policy intended to keep Medi-Cal recipients covered during the public health emergency. This continuous coverage policy meant that Medi-Cal recipients were not required to comple...

Free Residential Green Waste Disposal Returns to Nevada County

The Fire Safe Council of Nevada County, in partnership with the County of Nevada Office of Emergency Services and CAL FIRE, are hosting FREE self-service green waste disposal, and wood chip pick-up.  As storm recovery continues, residents are enc...

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

Housing units are in high demand across California, including the Sierra Nevada region. To expedite the permitting process and reduce building costs, Nevada County, the Town of Truckee, the City of Grass Valley, the City of Nevada City, Placer Co...

Local Coalition Launches Know Overdose Nevada County Campaign

A multi-sector, broad-based coalition of more than 20 local organizations, businesses, and institutions has launched the Know Overdose Nevada County campaign to increase knowledge and awareness about drug overdose risks and harm reduction strategies to pr...

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

The County of Nevada invites the public to 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 commu...

Proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine Project Notice of Public Hearing Released

The 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 Special Meeting for the Public Hearing of the proposed Idaho...

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 10^th. The Public Hearing will continue on May 11^th as needed.

The Planning Department will is...

Grant Spotlight: Neighborhood Center of the Arts

Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter Opening Wednesday, March 29th

The National Weather Service predicts COLD weather tonight, March 29^th. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol for tonight only.

 The shelter will open at...

Community Celebrates Cashin's Field with Ribbon Cutting

Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter Friday Night Through Sunday Morning

The National Weather Service predicts COLD weather Friday night, March 24th through Sunday morning, March 26th . Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol for Friday and Satu...

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.

“I’m looking forward to working with the com...

Mother Lode ADU Wants to Hear From You!

Mother Lode ADU, a new partnership between Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa, and Nevada counties, has just launched! The group will be developing free resources in 2023, including a guidebook, website, contractor list, and development checklist, to help homeow...

Over $1.5 Million Granted for Forest Resilience Projects in Nevada County

Three local agencies in Nevada County have been awarded grant funding from the Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) for forest resilience projects that will reduce wildfire risk and restore forest health in the region.

The grant recipients are:

• The Yuba Watershe...

Take Nevada County’s Storm Damage Survey to Share Damage and Needs Data

Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES) has launched a Winter Storm Building Damage Survey to gather resident and business damage from the recent winter storms.

“These storms have hit our community hard,” said OES Director Crai...

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.

We hope you enj...

Nevada County Provides Priority Permitting and Fee Waiver for Winter Storm Damage

Residents and business owners with storm damage repairs in unincorporated Nevada County will receive priority permitting and have local fees waived for repair permits through the Nevada County Community Development Agency (CDA) for repairs following the F...

Nevada County Civil Grand Jury is Recruiting for 2023-2024

The Nevada County Civil Grand Jury is seeking Nevada County residents who are interested in working together to improve government and save taxpayer dollars in 2023-2024. 

The Grand Jury is hosting an Open House on March 16th, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm...

Nevada County’s Review of Fire Safe Council Finds No Evidence of Misappropriating Funds

With concerns raised by County staff, the Grand Jury, and two whistleblowers, and to ensure that taxpayer funds were expended appropriately, Nevada County engaged the forensic audit team of CliftonLarsonAllen LLP to inspect the records of the Fire Safe Co...

Snow Load Advisory: Reminder to Monitor Structures for Dangerous Snow Loads

Nevada County’s Building Department is advising residents and businesses to monitor buildings and roofs for signs of excessive snow loads. With significant rain in the forecast, it will be possible for the snow to act as a sponge absorbing the m...

PG&E: Working to Restore as Many Customers as Possible Ahead of Next Storm

PG&E reports crews continue to restore power in hard-hit Nevada County after heavy, low-elevation snowstorms caused power outages to thousands.  PG&E continues to restore power using out-of-area crews and contractors to assist local teams...

Property Tax Relief as a Result of Storm Damage

With a state and local emergency proclamation in place because of recent storm damage, qualified property owners in Nevada County might be entitled to property tax relief.

Storm damage must be $10,000 or more for a property owner to be eligible for emergen...

Nevada County Opens Warming Center at Grass Valley Veterans Memorial Building

A Warming Center is open at the Grass Valley Veterans Memorial Building to provide a space for all Nevada County residents to charge devices and warm up. Nevada County’s Extreme Weather Shelter with Sierra Roots has also moved ...

COVID-19 Test Site Closures

As the state of California prepares to end the COVID-19 state of emergency at the end of February, it has begun closing state funded testing sites across California. 

The OptumServe testing site located at 231 Colfax Avenue in Grass Vall...

Nevada County Now Accepting Applications for Second Round of Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grants

The County of Nevada is now seeking proposals for its Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grant Program, providing up to $434,000 in one-time grants, to respond to the negative economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic by funding projects to promote publ...

Supervisors Approve McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project

On Tuesday, February 7^th, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved and awarded the McCourtney Road Transfer Station (MRTS) Improvement Project to Bobo Construction. This project will repurpose the existing transfer station’s footprint t...

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

On Friday, February 10, 2023, the Nevada County Community Development Agency’s Planning Department will release a Notice of Public Hearing and document availability for the Nevada County’s Broadband Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) to be heard bef...

Phebe Bell Among First to Complete Equity Grounded Leadership Fellow Program

Nevada County Behavioral Health Director Phebe Bell was recently among 21 behavioral health professionals from across the country who completed the first-ever Equity-Grounded Leadership (EGL) Fellow Program, an 11-month course to develop skills centered o...

Zip Books are back!

Zip Books, a program funded by the California State Library, is a way for you to request books that the Library doesn't own, an innovative alternative to the traditional interlibrary loan. You may request a book or an audiobook that is not available throu...

Nevada County Road Crews Play the Role of Both Hero and Nuisance

“Sometimes, motorists are annoyed with us for slowing them down or stopping them,” says Colten Gould, a county road supervisor for the past 21 years. “But without road maintenance crews, no one would get anywhere.”

The dedication and skill of Nevada County...

The Ranch House: Closing Gaps in Housing Services

By Mike Dent, Nevada County Housing and Community Services Director

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors had foresight when they prioritized access to affordable housing in 2018. Since that time, the housing crisis in California has accelerated, as has t...

Stay Prepared: Significant Rainfall Could Lead to Flooding and Outages

The National Weather Service is monitoring three more heavy rain events over the next seven days.  Be prepared for heavy rain, local area flooding, and high winds that may drive trees into power lines and across roads. Please plan for wide-area p...

Seven Nevada County Elected Officials Sworn into Office

Today, seven Nevada County elected officials were sworn into office, including District 3 and District 4 Supervisor, Sheriff, District Attorney, Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters, Assessor, and Treasurer/Tax-Collector.

Speaking to a standing-room-only cro...

Swearing In Ceremony for Elected Officials

A swearing-in ceremony will be held on January 3, 2023, at 10 am in the Nevada County Board of Supervisors' chamber in the Eric Rood Administrative Center at 950 Maidu Ave., Nevada City, CA 95959. The public is welcome but is reminded that, as th...

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 17 until the end of the year! It’s our gift to you for the holidays.

Nevada County Transit Services has received a Low Carbon Transit Operations ...

Steve Monaghan: Rural California Counties Have a Digital Equity Problem

In this Special Feature for Barbed Wire, Nevada County's Chief Information Officer Steve Monaghan outlines what rural counties need to know about Digital Equity planning.

Proposed Idaho Maryland Mine Final EIR Available for Public Review

Today, the Nevada County Planning Department released the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Idaho-Maryland Mine Project. (click here to review the Notice of Availability).

The Final EIR includes formal responses to public comments submitted r...

Nevada County Now Accepting Applications for Citizen’s Academy

Nevada County’s Citizen’s Academy offers a behind-the-scenes look at the ins and outs of County government. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the people, places, and programs that make our County government work. Have you ever wondered how the C...

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 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 fo...

Nevada County Supervisors Recognize Liam Marchi with Youth Leadership Award

Today, 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 achievem...

Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Emergency Shelter

The National Weather Service predicts significantly COLD weather Thursday night, December 1^st, through Saturday morning, December 3^rd. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protoc...

The South County Shaded Fuel Break Begins Community Outreach

Eligible property owners are receiving information outlining how to participate in this critical fuel reduction program. The South County Shaded Fuel Break is a priority fuel reduction project in Nevada County that will slow the spread of wildland fires a...

Nevada County Voters Choose Not to Adopt Measure V

On November 8th, Nevada County voters opted not to approve Measure V, the “Wildfire Prevention, Emergency Services and Disaster Readiness” measure.

The Board of Supervisors placed Measure V on the ballot to establish a locally controlled ½ percent countywi...

Christmas Tree Permits in Tahoe and Plumas National Forest

How do you reduce wildfire risk and increase holiday cheer? By obtaining a Christmas Tree Permit, of course! Removing small-diameter trees from selected areas reduces wildfire risk by reducing over-growth, particularly among firs. Tahoe National Forest an...

Get Outside: Library Offers New Additions to Recreation Collection

Over the summer, the Nevada County Library launched the Recreation Collection with outdoor games and equipment available for checkout. With your library card you can check out a disc golf set if you’re headed to Condon Park, a bird-watching kit for your h...

Upcoming Workshops: Truckee Home Access Program

The Town of Truckee is hosting two upcoming Buyer and Seller Workshops on the Truckee Home Access Program (THAP), which helps the local workforce realize their homeownership goals!

The Truckee Home Access Program (THAP) preserves, produces, and protects ho...

CA Adventure Pass - Free Entrance to 19 State Parks including Empire Mine SHP - for CA 4th Graders

Now through 2024, all California fourth graders and their families can sign up for the California State Park Adventure Pass and visit 19 amazing state parks throughout the state for free for a full year – including the summer. Among the 19 parks is Empire...

Businesses Offer Discounts as Part of Military Appreciation Week

Nevada County will celebrate its 2^nd Annual Military Appreciation Week from Saturday, November 5^th, through Sunday, November 13^th.

Military Appreciation Week engages the local community and businesses to honor all active duty, reservists, retired, veterans...

Nevada County to Host CACVSO Annual Fall Conference and a Night of Laughter

On Monday, October 17^th, Nevada County will welcome the members of the California Association of County Veterans Services (CACVSO) as a host for their annual fall conference.  County Veterans Services Offices (CVSO’s) are usually the first contac...

Nevada County Releases 2021 Agricultural Crop Report

This week the Nevada County Department of Agriculture presented the 2021 Nevada County Annual Crop and Livestock Report to the Board of Supervisors. This annual report helps gauge the economic health and diversity of the agricultural community here in Nev...

Back by Popular Demand: United Way Book Sale!

After a two-year hiatus, Nevada County and United Way are pleased to announce this year’s Book Sale will begin in the lobby of the Eric Rood Administrative Center (ERAC) on October 17th and run through November 18th. The Book Sale will be open to the publ...

Nevada County Offices Will Be Closed Monday for a Federal Holiday

All administrative County offices will be closed on Monday, October 10^th in observance of a Federal holiday. Public safety and Sheriff's patrol services will continue as normal. Normal business hours for other offices will resum...

Public Comment Period for Draft EIR on Broadband Begins Sep 30th

On September 30^th, a 45-day public review period for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (Draft EIR) for the Nevada County Broadband Program begins. Nevada County is conducting a countywide Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on broadband to meaningfully ...

CDA Removes Trash Along LaBarr Meadows Through Adopt-a-Road Program

This Saturday, September 24^th, eighteen staff volunteers cleaned up approximately 150 pounds of trash alongside LaBarr Meadows Road in Grass Valley. The County’s Community Development Agency (CDA) “adopted” LaBarr Meadows Road in 2022 as a part of the Cou...

Nevada County “All Veterans” Stand Down Returns to the Fairgrounds

The Nevada County “All Veterans” Stand Down is the largest veteran-targeted annual outreach event in our county. The Stand Down is co-hosted by federal, state, county, and local Veterans Service Organizations and non-profits that provide services and reso...

RCRC Presents President’s Award to Steve Monaghan, Chief Information Officer

SACRAMENTO, CA – On September 15, the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) announced that Steve Monaghan, Nevada County’s Agency Director/Chief Information Officer, was recognized with the 2022 RCRC President’s Award for his work on ...

Save the Date for Our Free Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic – October 4th

Mark your calendars for the afternoon of Tuesday, October 4^th, and come to Nevada County Public Health’s free drive-thru flu shot clinic! The clinic is for adults and children 3 years of age and older and will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the p...

Nevada County’s Internship Program Garners Statewide Recognition

Since 2019, Nevada County has hosted 94 interns who have contributed over 40,000 hours serving Nevada County and its residents. Today, the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) presented a Challenge Award, the most prestigious award CSAC provide...

New Nevada County Bear River Library Location Moves Forward

Nevada City, CA – Tuesday, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved going out to bid for construction of a new Bear River Library location at 11010 Combie Road. The current location is a shared spaced located at Bear River High...

Exciting Things Happening in Truckee

The August 23rd meeting of the board of supervisors, which was held in Truckee, highlighted some innovative and exciting initiatives taking place in Nevada County’s largest town. From the Town of Truckee implementing a new and expanded bike shar...

Planning Application Information Packet

PLANNING APPLICATION INFORMATIONAL PACKET

What Is a Planning Application?

A Planning (PLN) Application is the means by which the Planning Department collects the information required for analysis of discretionary and administrative project...

Nevada County Officials Celebrate Completion of Brunswick Commons

Nevada County Officials Celebrate Completion of Brunswick Commons 

Affordable Housing Units Expanded

 For Immediate Release:

 Grass Valley, Calif. (August 22, 2022)- Nevada County celebrated the completion of the newly constructed ...

Sen. Feinstein Staff Visit and Tour The Ponderosa West Grass Valley Defense Zone

When we combine local funds with state and federal funds, we can achieve bigger things that move the needle for public safety in Nevada County.

Last year, Senator Feinstein helped Nevada County secure $750,000 toward Phase 2 of the Ponderosa West Grass Val...

South Yuba River Public Safety Cohort Celebrates 5 Years

The South Yuba River Public Safety Cohort, a multi-agency work group amongst its members as “The Cohort,” recently celebrated five years of meeting monthly to coordinate public safety efforts in the Yuba River corridor.

The Cohort, originally formed under ...

Nevada County Awards $415,570 in First Round of Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grants

Nevada City, CA – August 3, 2022 – On July 26th, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors accepted the mid-year progress report for their 2022 objectives. Progress highlights for the Board’s newest objective, Recreation, included recent awards totaling $415...

Dial 988 for Suicide Prevention Support

As of Saturday July 16th, everyone in the United States can now access suicide prevention support by simply dialing three easy-to-remember numbers. Call 988 from anywhere in the US and you will be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Call Center n...

2 Additional Ways to Access the Building Department and the Community Development Agency Are Back

The Community Development Agency (CDA) is bringing back out 2 ways to assist you with your permit and application needs. On June 2, CDA relaunched the Over the Counter Wednesday Plan Review Program, which provides plan review services for qualifying proje...

Glenbrook Historical Kiosk Restored

Refreshed and Restored Glenbrook Kiosk

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission invites the public to check out the

recently restored Kiosk in the Glenbrook Shopping Center parking lot. Glenbrook Basin, for

years the center of recreation in western ...

NCVSO Partners to Provide Guitar Lessons for Veterans

The Nevada County Veterans Services Office (NCVSO) is excited to announce a new partnership with Guitars 4 Vets to provide local veterans the opportunity to receive 12 free one-on-one guitar lessons.  Vets who complete the 12-class program will b...

New Historical Landmark Expands Commemoration of Gold Rush Era Nevada County Diversity

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is pleased to announce that on June 14, 2022 the Nevada County Board of Supervisors designated The Nevada City African Methodist Episcopal Church Site as a Nevada County Historical Landmark, NEV 22-02.

Loca...

Free Document Scanning at Foley Library in June and July

In order to assist Nevada County residents in preparing for fire season, the Doris Foley Library in downtown Nevada City will offer free document scanning events on four upcoming Saturdays. Library staff and volunteers will be on hand to assist from 10:00...

Sheriff’s Office 2022 Community Academy Applications Now Open

The Nevada County Sheriff’s Office is looking for community members who live and/or work in Nevada County to join the second Annual Nevada County Sheriff’s Office Community Academy. The Community Academy is a program designed to give those with little to ...

Nevada County Library Announces its 2022 Summer Learning Program

Nevada County Library is pleased to announce the start of the 2022 Summer Learning program. Summer Learning is a countywide event that takes place from June 13^th-August13th. Community members can enjoy fun events and reading challenges across Nevada Count...