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1. How do I get services at Nevada County Behavioral Health?
2. Where are you located?
3. Do you speak Spanish?
4. Will you take my insurance?
5. Where do I get drug treatment?
6. I am worried that my child is using drugs or is drinking alcohol. Can you help me with this?
7. What should I expect in my child's first appointment?
8. What ages do you treat?
9. How do I see a psychiatrist?
10. What buses can I take?
11. How do you handle confidentiality?

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1. I have a large garden that produces more than I can use. Can I sell the excess?
2. What is required for selling to a restaurant or retail outlet like a grocery store?
3. Do I need to register my farm?
4. I use all natural products and sustainable methods in my farming, can I market my produce as organic?
5. What do I need to sell eggs?
6. I want to sell my produce at a certified farmers market, what do I need?
7. Can I sell jam or other processed foods?
8. If there is no seal on the device, how do I know if it is accurate?
9. Can any scale be used or does it have to be a special scale?
10. What is “tare”?
11. Do you investigate complaints?
12. How do I know if I’m getting a full cord of wood?
13. How often do you check gas stations and fuel quality?
14. Do you test utility meters?
15. Are there fees for services?
16. I am having a problem with mosquitoes, who deals with them? Where can I get mosquito fish?
17. I found an injured bird or animal, who deals with them?
18. I have a problem with skunks/raccoons/beavers on my property. What can I do?
19. Where do I go if I have found a tick and want it tested for Lyme’s Disease?
20. I have a swarm/nest of bees, who can help me?
21. I have a noise/smell complaint.

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1. What do I do if I lost my animal?

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1. Why would I file an Assessment Appeal?
2. What is the difference between an informal appeal through the Assessor's office and an Assessment Appeal?
3. Can I submit one application for more than one property?
4. Do I have to pay property taxes if I file an appeal?
5. When will my appeal be held?
6. What are Findings of Fact?
7. What is a Claim for Refund?
8. What if I disagree with the decision of the Assessment Appeals Board?
9. How do I apply to serve on the Assessment Appeals Board?

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1. Why did my property tax bill go up this year?
2. What do I do if I think that my property is assessed at a value that is above the market value as of January 1st?
3. I have questions about my property tax bill, who should I call?
4. I have questions about my supplemental notice, who should I call?
5. My property tax bill says "Improvements" but I did not make any changes to my property, why is that?
6. How do I find my APN?
7. Why has a name change occurred on title?
8. I'm recording a document to transfer property, are there any tips to ensure that the process isn't delayed?
9. Where does the Assessor's Office get mailing addresses?
10. How can I change my mailing address?
11. Are the Assessor Parcel Maps online?
12. Is an Assessor's parcel the same as a legal, buildable lot?
13. I have questions about my Business Property Statement (571-L form), what should I do?
14. I received a questionnaire regarding my business, do I have to report equipment that I use for the business even if I owned the equipment before I started the business?
15. Why is my boat assessed and why do I have to pay property taxes on it?
16. Why do I need to fill out a Vessel Property Statement?
17. What is a supplemental assessment?
18. What is the zoning for my property?
19. I want to preserve my land for agricultural or open space use. Can I get any tax relief for doing that?
20. What is an escape assessment?
21. How do I find out who owns property in Nevada County or if a certain person owns real property?
22. My property changed ownership between parents and children, why did I get reassessed?

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1. Housing First
2. Point in Time (PIT) Count
3. Continuum of Care (CoC)
4. Chronically Homeless
5. Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH)
6. Homeless
7. Rapid Re-Housing
8. Ten-year Plan to End Homelessness
9. Coordinated Entry System (CES)
10. Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
11. Emergency Shelter
12. Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing (HEARTH) Act
13. McKinney-Vento Act
14. Affordable Housing
15. Housing Choice Vouchers

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1. What if the parents do not name the child at the time of birth?
2. What if the parents change their mind on their child’s name after the birth certificate is registered?
3. What if the parent uses an alias or AKA (also known as) name on their child’s birth certificate?
4. What if the parent signs the birth certificate certifying that it is true and correct, but later realizes there is an error?
5. What if the child’s gender is reported incorrectly on the birth certificate?
6. What if the father’s name is not added at the time of birth?
7. What if parents do not sign the birth certificate?

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1. Where are your offices located?
2. When are your offices open?
3. How much will my building permit cost?
4. Once I submit my plans, how long will it be until they are reviewed?
5. What is the largest structure I can build without a permit?
6. How can I check the status of my application to see if it is approved?
7. Can I find out what the snow load requirements are for my project?
8. How do I schedule an inspection? When will the inspector arrive?
9. When can I talk to a Plan Examiner or Building Inspector?
10. What is the current required design criteria?

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1. When can I expect my plans to be reviewed?

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1. How can I find if my child has a CCS medically eligible condition?
2. Where do I apply for the California Children Services program?
3. How will I know if my child is eligible for California Children Services program benefits?
4. What if I have private health insurance coverage for my child?
5. What if my child is Medi-Cal eligible?
6. Will there be any cost to the family of a California Children Services patient?

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1. What is the California Environmental Quality Act and what is its purpose?
2. Why is CEQA important?
3. How does CEQA work?
4. What is considered a project under CEQA?
5. Does every project require CEQA review?
6. What is an exemption?
7. What is an Initial Study?
8. What is a Significant Impact? How do you decide whether an impact is significant?
9. What is a mitigation measure?
10. What is a Negative Declaration or a Mitigated Negative Declaration?
11. What is an Environmental Impact Report (EIR)? When is one required?
12. What happens after the environmental document is finished?
13. Is a public hearing required?
14. How to citizens get involved? What are the public notice requirements?

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1. Where can I find the current County code regarding cannabis cultivation?
2. Where can I find information regarding the draft long-term cannabis cultivation ordinance?
3. Where can I find information on the Cannabis Regulation Community Advisory Group (CAG) and related background information?
4. If I have general questions about Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis Permits, what do I do?
5. When can I start scheduling an appointment to submit my Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis Permit application?
6. How do I schedule an appointment to submit my Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis Permit application?
7. When will the first appointment be granted for submitting Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis Permit Applications?
8. Once I submit my Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis Permit application how long will it take to process?
9. Where can I check my Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis Permit application review status?
10. What types of parcel zoning do I need to conduct Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis activities?
11. Is there an easy way to find the setbacks and regulations for my parcel?
12. If I have an open code compliance case, can I obtain a Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis Permit?
13. What types of security measures do I need in place to conduct Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis activities?
14. Am I required to have a legally permitted residence on the parcel where Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis activities will occur?
15. What are the required setbacks from sources of water from the Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis cultivation area and associated buildings?
16. What are Temporary Medical Commercial Cannabis cultivation area setbacks to property lines under separate ownership?
17. Where can I find upcoming events relating to this issue?

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1. What will the UAS be used for?
2. What exact steps is the county doing to ensure no one’s privacy is invaded (neighbors, persons at site, etc.)?
3. Who will operate the UAS and what is their level of training?
4. How will data be secured?
5. Why is a program of this nature important to Cannabis Compliance and Nevada County residents?
6. Will the program include the use of helicopters/fixed wing aircraft in addition to the UAS?
7. What is the initial Pilot Program cost?
8. Where is the funding for this programming coming from?
9. When does the program begin?
10. Is a search warrant required to implement the use of a drone?
11. How are accidents related to the use of this tool handled?

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1. How do I get help for my child?
2. Where are your offices?
3. I am worried that my child is using drugs or is drinking alcohol. Can you help me with this?
4. What should I expect in the first appointment?
5. Will I be included in the treatment of my child?
6. Do you speak Spanish?
7. How do I pay for these services?
8. What ages of children do you treat?
9. How can I get my child to see a Child Psychiatrist?

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1. What is the contact information for the State of Nevada?
2. How do I contact the Clerk-Recorder's office?
3. What are the fees for the Clerk-Recorder's Office?
4. What Forms do the Clerk-Recorder have?
5. How do I order a birth certificate?
6. How do I order a marriage certificate?
7. How do I order a death certificate?
8. Why should I become a Notary?

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1. Looking for another option? Consider Mediation
2. How do I resolve an easement dispute?
3. How do I submit a Coronavirus Complaint?
4. How do I request an administrative appeal review?
5. How do I request an administrative appeal hearing?
6. A complaint has been filed against my property. What happens now?
7. Why was I reported for a violation and not my neighbor?
8. What is the code compliance process?
9. Who do I contact for non-code compliance related complaints offered by other agencies?
10. How long will I be given to correct the violations on my property?
11. How do I find information about roadside produce vendors?

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1. What codes do code compliance enforce?
2. Who enforces brush and weeds abatement?
3. How do I report illegal dumping of trash on roadways?
4. Are abandoned/inoperative vehicles on my property a violation?
5. Who do I contact to report abandoned vehicles on public roads?

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1. How do I submit a Code Compliance complaint?
2. Can I make an anonymous complaint?
3. I don’t want anyone to know who filed the complaint. Why do I have to sign the form?
4. Will I be contacted regarding the complaint I’ve filed?
5. May I contact code compliance for the status on the complaint I’ve filed?
6. It appears nothing is being done on my complaint. Is any progress being made?
7. What happens if the property owner won’t correct the violation?

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1. What is CodeRED?
2. In what types of situations is CodeRED used?
3. How are CodeRED Emergency Alerts issued?
4. How do I register for CodeRED?
5. Will CodeRED fail during an emergency?
6. Will the County deploy an emergency alert siren system?
7. How does the County leverage local radio stations during an emergency?

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1. What makes a death a coroner’s case?
2. Where is our loved one being taken?
3. When will I know the cause of death?
4. Where do I get a death certificate?
5. When will the body be released?

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1. How do I purchase Commissary for an incarcerated person?
2. How do I send mail to an incarcerated person?
3. Can I visit an incarcerated person?
4. How do I add money to an incarcerated person's trust account?

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1. About former Sheriff Wayne Brown

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1. Who may apply?
2. Which programs are available through alternative sentencing?
3. Are there any fees?
4. What may cause someone to be denied?
5. How do I apply for alternative sentencing?
6. If I am approved, can I be removed from the program?
7. If I am removed from the program, what will happen?

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1. Can I get free legal advice from County Counsel?
2. I have suffered personal injury or property damage which I believe was caused by the County or one of its employees. Can I make a claim?
3. Who can "Accept Service?"
4. Can I talk to Katharine L. Elliott? I think she is the person who is working on my case.
5. I want to look at some County records. Can I get them from County Counsel?
6. Can the County Counsel’s Office help me obtain a domestic violence restraining order?
7. I have a court case, but have not been notified of the hearing by mail. Can you tell me when my hearing is scheduled?
8. I have received a notice to report for jury duty, but cannot attend. Can I reschedule my jury duty obligation through the County Counsel’s Office?
9. I would like assistance in collecting child support. Can County Counsel help?
10. I have a question about a Family Law matter, can you answer it?
11. I am the victim of a crime, who should I notify?
12. Where can I get legal forms?
13. Does your office handle conservatorships or probate matters?
14. What department can help me with questions about building and zoning permits, code violations, and other similar matters?
15. Where can I find the most current marijuana cultivation ordinance information?

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1. Can the County spend most of its revenue on what it wants?
2. Do property tax dollars pay for social programs like Public Assistance (i.e. CalFresh or MediCal)?
3. Can the County raise taxes if it needs more revenues?
4. Do Cities and Towns in Nevada County report to the County?
5. Are entities like the Nevada County Superior Court, Fire District, and Schools a part of Nevada County Government with the same funding?

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1. Who can get a death certificate?
2. How long does it take to get a death certificate?
3. Can I fix an error on a death certificate?
4. What happens if a cause of death is "pending"?

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1. As a property owner in Nevada County, what is my responsibility regarding vegetation management on my land?
2. What is Public Resources Code 4291?
3. What are the main differences between Nevada County’s Ordinance and Public Resources Code 4291?
4. What is the 50% cost share associated with Nevada County’s Ordinance?
5. How do I work with neighbors who may not have defensible space on their land?
6. What are the private roadway clearance requirements associated with Nevada County’s Hazardous Vegetation Ordinance?
7. How do I file a complaint regarding a violation of Nevada County’s Ordinance?
8. What happens if my property does not pass an initial inspection for a violation of Nevada County’s Ordinance?
9. Who will be inspecting my property for violation(s) of Nevada County’s Ordinance?
10. May I appeal the initial Notice to Abate I receive?
11. Can the Office of Emergency Services recommend a defensible space contractor?
12. Are there resources for residents who may need financial assistance?

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1. How do I sign up for the DirectBill program?
2. What is the Proposed Assessment Value? Is this how much I owe in taxes?
3. What do I have to do if I don't have any changes and the assessment value is reasonable?
4. What happens if I don't report new equipment annually?
5. What should I do if I've closed my business?

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1. How can I get information on a gun restraining order?
2. How do I find my court date?
3. When will a defendant be released from jail?

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1. I want to file a report with your office. How do I do that?
2. If I have information about a pending criminal case, where do I report this information?
3. I am a victim in a case, but I no longer want to press charges. How do I get the charges dropped?
4. How can I reach a Deputy District Attorney directly?
5. How can I change my court date?
6. My driver license was suspended. How do I get my license back?
7. I am a defendant and I don't like the attorney representing me. Can I speak directly to a Deputy District Attorney about my case?
8. If a case is closed, how do I get my property back?
9. When will a defendant be released from jail?
10. How do I get a copy of a police report?

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1. What is Body Art?
2. What is the requirement to be a registered Body Art Practitioner in Nevada County?
3. Can a Registered Practitioner provide Body Art from a non-permitted location?
4. Can I use a body art practitioner registration in another county?
5. What is the requirement to obtain a body art health permit for a new body art facility?

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1. What is considered an organized camp?
2. Does “five days” mean five consecutive days?
3. Are day camps considered organized camps?
4. Do building construction plans have to be approved by the local health agency?
5. Are showers and toilets required?
6. What information is required from an organized camp?
7. What is needed for written operating procedures?
8. What is required in regards to water?
9. Can you serve food at an organized camp?
10. My camp is near a lake, river, stream or ocean and I plan on including water activities for the campers. What safety is required?

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1. What is lead poisoning?
2. Remodeling a home built prior to 1978?
3. How can I have my home tested for lead?
4. What are common sources of lead?
5. Who should worry about lead poisoning?
6. How does lead harm a child?
7. How do I know if my child has lead poisoning?
8. Can lead poisoning be treated?
9. What are some simple steps to protect my child from lead poisoning?
10. How can healthy foods protect my child from lead poisoning?
11. Reporting a lead hazard?

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1. What is a Cottage Food Operation (CFO)?
2. What is meant by “private home"?
3. Can a CFO have employees?
4. Are there limitations on the size of CFO’s sales?
5. What types of cottage food can a CFO prepare?
6. What are the two categories of CFOs?
7. What is meant by “direct sale” of cottage food?
8. What is meant by “indirect sale” of cottage food?
9. Can I deliver my orders to customers using US Mail, UPS FedEx or other indirect delivery methods?
10. What are the CFO’s operational requirements?
11. What are the water sampling requirements for a CFO on a private, individual water supply (not connected to a public, treated water supply)?
12. Does a CFO need a permit to operate?
13. How much will the CFO registration or permit cost?
14. How often will a CFO be inspected?
15. What would be my food labeling requirements?
16. Can a CFO expand their home kitchen area square footage?
17. What is my legal responsibility as a cottage food operator in ensuring that my food product is safe?
18. What if I find out an ingredient I used has been recalled because it can make people sick or has been identified as the cause of food borne illness?
19. What is my liability as a cottage food business operating out of my home?
20. What other educational resources and guidelines are available to assist me in ensuring I am making a safe food product?
21. What can I do to ensure I am still meeting legal requirements if my cottage food operation grows to exceed the gross annual sales limit?
22. Where can I file a complaint about a cottage food operation or cottage food product?
23. I want to become a CFO - What should I do now?

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1. I’m thinking of buying an existing food business. What do I need to do?
2. How do I submit a set of plans for plan check?
3. How do I pay for my fee?
4. When does my health permit expire?
5. May I sell food I make at home?

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1. Is there mandatory food safety training in Nevada County?
2. Do I have to wear gloves while preparing food?
3. When are gloves required?
4. What type of gloves should I use and are there any guidelines on how to use them?
5. When should I change to a new pair of gloves?

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1. Do I need a permit for my mobile food facility?

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1. What are the requirements for enclosing a pool?
2. What is allowed regarding gates for my enclosure?
3. How do I treat my public swimming pool water?
4. What are the chemical requirements for maintaining a safe public pool environment?
5. How do I handle chemicals and where should I store them?
6. Doesn't chlorine kill all the germs?
7. Is there anyone who should be more concerned with diseases spread in swimming pools?
8. Can I get sick from using a spa pool?

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1. What is needed to install a water well in Nevada County?
2. I’m a certified well driller, can I apply online?
3. Is testing required for my new well?
4. What are coliform?
5. Are there setbacks for wells?
6. Does NCEHD monitor groundwater levels or water well use for private wells?
7. Can NCEHD limit the amount of water extracted from private wells?

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1. How do I search for a Fictitious Business Name Statement?
2. How do I file a Fictitious Business Name Statement?
3. What is the Purpose of a Fictitious Business Name Statement?
4. How do I file a withdrawal from partnership operating under a Fictitious Business Name?
5. How do I file an Abandonment of Fictitious Business Name?
6. What is a Business License vs Fititious Business Name Statement?

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1. How do I find the Assessor's Parcel Map for my property?
2. How do I view topo (USGS quad) maps and aerial photos?
3. Why can't I view owner name in the digital data download or on My Neighborhood?
4. How can I access a parcel map or parcel report?
5. Where can I download GIS data?
6. Where can I find maps in PDF format?
7. Where can I find recorded maps?
8. Can the GIS Division make a map / do analysis for me?
9. How accurate are the Property (Parcel) boundaries shown in the web maps?
10. What if my address is missing or incorrect in the My Neighborhood Map Portal?
11. How can I generate a mailing list for owner mailing address or for site addresses?

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1. How do I apply for a job?
2. Do you have a mailing list that I can subscribe to in order to receive job notifications?
3. I have applied for a job but haven't heard anything. What does this mean?
4. How much do County jobs pay?
5. What kind of benefits do County employees receive?
6. What rules or policies apply to most employees?
7. Are there bargaining groups at the County?
8. Do you offer internships?
9. How do I volunteer at the County?

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1. What is a lot?
2. How are lots created?
3. What is a legal lot?
4. What is an illegal lot?
5. What does the County do about illegal lots?
6. What does it mean to own an illegal lot?
7. Why is the County concerned about illegal lots?
8. What is an Assessor's Parcel?
9. How did the County find out about my illegal lot?
10. Can I be prosecuted for owning an illegal lot?
11. Why didn't the title company tell me my lot was illegal?
12. The person who sold it to me is the one who broke the law; what can be done about this?
13. What can I do to legalize my lot?
14. Must I file for a conditional certificate of compliance now?
15. What can a buyer do to avoid acquiring an illegal lot?
16. Whom should I contact on these matters?

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1. Is there any cost to the program?
2. Are tutoring classes on a set time or day of the week?
3. Can tutors assist with writing skills
4. Do you offer a family literacy program?
5. How do I contact Adult Literacy coordinators at Nevada County Library?

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1. Access My Account
2. Book a Study or Meeting Room
3. Get a library card

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1. When and Where is Curbside Pick Up Available?
2. How does it work?
3. How do I place a hold?
4. What if I want a book that isn't in your collection? Can I use Link+?
5. How do I return library materials?
6. Will I be charged for late items? Can I pay fines or fees?

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1. What materials are available?
2. Who is eligible for service?
3. How does the program work?
4. What do volunteers do?
5. How to receive book buddy service?

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1. What are Local Agency Formation Commissions (LAFCo)?
2. Are LAFCos independent agencies?
3. Do LAFCos consider local conditions in each county?
4. Who pays for LAFCos?
5. What are special districts?
6. Do LAFCos oversee school districts?
7. What are the responsibilities of a LAFCo Commissioner?

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1. Who is responsible for the cost of burial or cremation?
2. Does the County help with Cremation services?
3. Who qualifies for the County Low Income Assistance Cremation Program?
4. How would someone apply for the Cremation Program?
5. Can another Cremation Assistance program be used with the County's program?

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1. Why do we need a Marriage License?
2. How do we get a marriage license?
3. Why do we need an confidential marriage license?
4. Where can we have our wedding ceremony performed?
5. How can I become a Deputy Commissioner of Marriage?
6. Why do I need to become deputized to perform a Marriage Ceremony?

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1. How do I know if my business is eligible for funding?
2. Can I apply if I received funds from the California Relief Grant program?
3. Can I apply if I received funds from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) or other relief program?
4. Do I have to be a U.S. citizen to apply?
5. What is the reasoning behind the eligible business size?

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1. What are the debris clean up phases?
2. What is Phase I?
3. What is Phase II?
4. How long does it take to get through Phase I and Phase II?
5. Can I be on site when Phase I and Phase II debris removal operations are being conducted?
6. I have valuables or items of personal sentiment that I want to search for, as my home was completely damaged. Can I go onto my property and search for these items prior to Phase I?
7. My house was completely damaged/total loss, what are my next steps?
8. Why does the County need my insurance information in order to be part of the Private Property Debris Removal program (PPDR)?
9. We have several acres of trees that burned in the fire, will the Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) Program remove the damaged trees?
10. The insurance wants to pick up the cars after the DTSC sweep. How do we arrange for the pick-up to occur after DTSC comes in. Does the VIN have to first be reported to the Sheriff’s office, will it ma
11. My property does not have any electricity, and I want to run a generator, can I do this prior to cleanup by the State?
12. . Can I put a travel trailer on the property and have a maintenance agreement with a septic pumper?
13. What if there is a burned-out bridge on another parcel or my own parcel and I cannot access my property?
14. What are items that are not covered under State funded cleanup and that will be the responsibility of the owner to remove?
15. If a main home is standing, but outbuildings are destroyed, can work be done to disconnect the electrical panels of the outbuildings without making the owner ineligible for State funded cleanup?
16. Can I live in my house, while still opting into the State program?
17. My home is a total loss; however, our well pump is operational, and septic is running/no damage. Is it ok to live in a travel trailer on the property?
18. My house was not affected by the fire, but my well pump and electrical connections were damaged. Can I live in my home and have my well repaired?
19. If I choose to clean up my property, who will be checking that it was done correctly?
20. Who will confirm that all of the requirements for the private property opt-out process have been completed?
21. Can a person who has been residing at the property fill out the opt in form if we cannot locate the legal owner?
22. Is 120 sq ft still the size of a qualifying structure for State funded cleanup? And is it still true that if you have a qualifying structure that smaller structures will also be removed?
23. If I have a fuel tank upon my property, for my personal use, like a diesel fuel tank, will DTSC remove this tank during Phase I?
24. When can I schedule an Onsite Soils Evaluation?

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1. What is the mission of the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES)?
2. Where is the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES) located?
3. During a disaster in Nevada County who is the primary responding agency?
4. What is the role of Office of Emergency Services (OES) during and after a large scale emergency or disaster?
5. Does Nevada County have an Emergency Operations Center (EOC)?

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1. What do I need to do to receive debris clean-up services?
2. If I sign a Right of Entry from for property fire debris clean-up, what can I expect?
3. Who will pay for debris clean-up and removal?
4. When will debris removal begin?
5. What should I know about rebuilding my home?
6. What is considered hazardous waste?
7. If I have homeowner's insurance, can I still participate in the debris removal program?
8. I need to restore power to my property. Who do I contact?

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1. What do I do if I am experiencing an emergency that is not life threatening?
2. What types of hazards are a threat to Nevada County?
3. Where can I get emergency preparedness information?
4. What types of emergency planning documents does the county utilize?
5. How will I be notified of a disaster that may affect my residence and/or family?
6. How will I be notified if a disaster in my neighborhood?
7. Does Nevada County have access to an automated emergency notification system?
8. Are there sand and sandbags available to Nevada County residents?

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1. Who is Economic Plannning Systems, Inc. (EPS)?
2. What is the Park Facility Impact Fee Nexus Study?
3. What is the Western County Park District Consolidation/Reorganization Feasibility Study?
4. What is a Development Imapct Fee?
5. What does a Development Impact Fee fund?
6. What can't a Development Impact Fee fund?
7. Why is the County evaluating the feasibility of consolidating Park Districts?
8. Would all Western County Districts have to consolidate?
9. What happnes next afetr teh studies are completed?

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1. Does the County solicit participation in the PRD Program?
2. Are the annual road maintenance costs fixed? How long before the estimates can change?
3. How is the greater than 50% threshold for signatures on the Petition for Permanent Road Division Formation determined?
4. If a threshold for signatures on the Petition is met, what is the process to have the PRD formed?
5. Where does the money come from to pay for road maintenance?
6. In the Engineer's Report and Cost Estimate Sheet you show administration cost. What kinds of things are included in that?
7. What can I do if I believe I do not benefit from the road maintenance work, or that my assigned benefit is too high?
8. Will the road be taken over permanently by the County, and become part of the County Maintained Road System?
9. Can property owners hire their own contractor after they form as a PRD?
10. What about liability on these roads?
11. Can our road(s) be gated?
12. What is the benefit of forming a PRD versus doing the work ourselves?
13. What are the negative aspects of forming a PRD?
14. What happens if several years after the PRD is formed, we’d like to get rid of it?
15. What happens if property owners split their parcels after the PRD is formed?
16. Should we consider creating a PRD Committee or Chairperson?
17. Do we need to maintain all the roads in our potential PRD?
18. How is it determined which roads in the potential PRD receive service?
19. How long does the process take and how long will you work on a particular PRD formation effort?
20. Who will manage the PRD?
21. What maintenance services are typically included in PRDs?
22. Do the PRD roads receive traffic violation enforcement?
23. What if I have more questions about the PRD process?

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1. What are the fees for different Planning Department services?
2. How do I make a request for project notification?
3. What is my zoning?
4. How can I change my zoning?
5. How do I get a map of my property?
6. Can my property be subdivided?
7. Are there any environmental constraints on my property?
8. What are my building setbacks?
9. Can I put a Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on my property?
10. Who is authorized to prepare biological inventories in the unincorporated County?
11. How do I file a land use complaint?
12. Is my property in a floodplain?
13. Can I have animals on my property?
14. What are the timelines for processing land use permits?

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1. What is Ready Nevada County: Preparing for the Future all about?
2. What community priorities have we heard so far?
3. What public safety needs must be addressed?
4. What about illegal camping and campfires?
5. Why do you want my feedback?
6. Why is the County proposing a tax measure now?
7. Why is additional funding needed? Hasn’t Nevada County been successful in millions of dollars of grant and congressional funding for these projects in our community?
8. Why is the County trying to raise our taxes?
9. Why are you trying to raise taxes when inflation is already making it difficult to afford essentials like food and gas?
10. How will a ½ cent sales tax impact my budget?
11. Why can’t the County live within its means like the rest of us?
12. What kinds of projects and services would the tax measure fund?
13. How will you choose which projects to fund? Will the tax measure fund projects in my neighborhood?
14. How will residents know that tax funds are being used appropriately?
15. Why is the County proposing a general sales tax and not a special purpose parcel tax?
16. What has the County done to get input from stakeholders like the cities or town? Were fire officials involved in these conversations?
17. How has the County included residents in the conversation around emergency services priorities?

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1. I think I have a warrant. What should I do?
2. When is my next court date?
3. Should I expect to be remanded into custody?
4. What should I expect at my first court appearance?
5. Can I speak to a public defender before my first appearance?
6. What happens if I'm in custody and the police want to talk to me or to place me in a lineup?
7. How do I get a public defender?
8. Are public defender's "real" lawyers?
9. Should I just hire a private lawyer?
10. How do I contact my public defender?
11. I like a certain attorney. Can I choose who is assigned to my case?
12. I don't like my current deputy public defender. Can I get a new one?
13. How can I expunge a conviction from my record?

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1. How do I Search for Recorded Documents?
2. How do I Order a Recorded Document?
3. What are the Most Common Recorded Document Definitions?
4. What are Recording Requirements?
5. Can anyone challenge the Recorder's Determination?
6. Are you looking for Recorded Documents such as Deeds, Deeds of Trust, Reconveyance, Etc?

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1. When can I file for candidacy?
2. Where can I find the Candidate Handbook?
3. Can I file for more than one office?
4. How much are filing fees?
5. Are there any other fees that I should know about?
6. What are signatures in lieu, and when can I start gathering them?
7. How many nomination signatures do I need?
8. What nomination documents do I file and when?
9. Is the nomination period ever extended?
10. Can documents be issued to someone other than me?
11. I’ve been convicted of a felony. Do I qualify to run?
12. Can I withdraw my candidacy?
13. How do I prepare a candidate statement?
14. How can my name appear on the ballot?
15. Are there any restrictions for ballot designations?
16. What if there is an insufficient number of candidates?
17. The campaign finance rules and reporting schedules are a little overwhelming. Who can help me?
18. Can you help me complete my required campaign disclosures?
19. Can I file my required campaign disclosures on paper?
20. I want to communicate to as many potential voters as possible. What do I need to know?

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1. Was my vote by mail ballot received?
2. Was my provisional ballot counted?
3. How can I find the nearest vote center?
4. How do I lookup my voter registration status?
5. How do I sign up for a sample ballot online?

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1. How do I contact the Elections Office?
2. What are the election fees?
3. Who is my representatives and elected officials?
4. Who is the Registrar of Voters?
5. Do you have any videos about the voting equipment?
6. What are the recall petition guidelines?
7. What are the Top-Two Open Primaries?
8. How do I request a voter roll?
9. How do I request a recount?

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1. How do I place a measure on the ballot?
2. How do I prepare a ballot argument?
3. How do I qualify a county initiative for the ballot?
4. How do I qualify a county referendum for a ballot?

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1. If I opted to go green, where can I retrieve my sample ballot and official voter information pamphlet online?
2. What if I change my mind and don't want an online sample ballot?

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1. How do I become a poll worker?

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1. Am I eligible to register to vote?
2. Am I registered to vote in Nevada County?
3. Am I registered to vote in a different county in California?
4. How do I register to vote?
5. How do I cancel my voter registration?
6. How do I cancel a deceased voter's registration?
7. Where can I find military and overseas voter information?
8. What is my voter registration status?

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1. How do I sign up for sample ballot pamphlet online?
2. How do I learn more about the vote-by-mail process?
3. How do I vote by mail?
4. How do I vote provisionally?

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1. I have a large garden that produces more than I can use. Can I sell the excess?
2. What is required for selling to a restaurant or retail outlet like a grocery store?
3. Do I need to register my farm?
4. I use all natural products and sustainable methods in my farming, can I market my produce as organic?
5. What do I need to sell eggs?
6. I want to sell my produce at a certified farmers market, what do I need?
7. Can I sell jam or other processed foods?

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1. How does the Public Administrator’s Office get involved in a case?
2. How does someone report such a case?
3. What are the primary duties of the Public Administrator?
4. Will the Public Administrator make funeral arrangements?
5. What is a formal probate proceeding?
6. Is there a less complicated way of handling small estates?
7. Should a beneficiary hire an attorney to represent his or her interests if the Public Administrator is acting as administrator?
8. Is the Public Administrator bonded?
9. Is estate property ever sold?
10. How does the Public Administrator sell the estate?
11. Can anyone bid on real estate property?
12. Can the Public Administrator or his/her staff buy estate property?
13. Who can make a claim against the estate?
14. During administration, do funds held by the Public Administrator earn interest?
15. Do estate beneficiaries receive a full accounting of the estate administration?
16. How long does it take for the estate to be distributed to the heirs?
17. How much does the Public Administrator charge for its services?
18. Are heirs required to advance funds necessary for the administration of the estate (court costs, insurance and storage costs, etc.) in those cases where estate funds are not immediately available?
19. How can a beneficiary or other interested person help to speed up the administration?

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1. What is the role of the Public Guardian?
2. What are the essential responsibilities of the Public Guardian when appointed as conservator?
3. What are the different types of conservatorship?
4. What are some resources for Public Guardian - Public Conservator?

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1. Do I have to have Medi-Cal to have a Senior Nurse come see me?
2. Can you call my doctor for me?
3. Can you pick up medications for me?
4. Can you take me to medical appointments?
5. How often will you come to see me?
6. Will you share my information with anyone?
7. Can you get me durable medical equipment?
8. Do you do wound care?
9. Can you test my blood sugar?
10. What does this program cost?
11. Can you make meals for me or do any other care giving services?

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1. Does Adult Protective Services evaluate all adults and protect anyone who is thought to be abused?
2. If the Adult Protective Services social worker confirms that a dependent adult or elderly person is not safe in their home, can they remove him or her and place the person in a safer environment?
3. Does an Adult Protective Services worker locate housing for the homeless or individuals being evicted from their homes?
4. If I report my suspicions about an abuse, but do not have proof, what will happen to me and can I remain anonymous?
5. If APS cannot get voluntary cooperation from a client who has been determined to be too frail to handle their financial affairs, does APS automatically refer such cases for a Conservatorship?
6. Does Adult Protective Services find caregivers to go into the home of a frail client?
7. How quickly can we expect a social worker to respond to a report that is not an emergency?
8. What is an emergency response case?

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1. What is the In Home Supportive Services Program?
2. How do I sign up for IHSS in the state of Nevada?
3. What services does In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) provide?
4. Who provides In-Home Supportive Services?
5. Who pays for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)?
6. How many hours of In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) will I receive each month?
7. How do I apply for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)?
8. How do I find out if I qualify?
9. I live in an assisted living facility. Can I use In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) there?
10. Who hires and supervises my caregiver?
11. Can I own my own home and qualify for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)?
12. Can I hire family members to provide my In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)?
13. Can I receive help with my medications via In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)?

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1. Where can I find the County’s Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal (TTSD) agreement?
2. Where can I find more information about Nevada Co. waste stream.
3. Where can I donate appliances or building materials?
4. How can I handle "green" waste?
5. Whom do I call if my garbage or recycling was not picked up?
6. Whom do I call for illegal dumping?
7. Where can I take prescription or over-the-counter medications?
8. Where can I learn more about home composting?
9. Where can I find the County's Waste Management franchise agreement?
10. What is a Western Nevada County Solid Waste Parcel Charge?
11. Where does our trash go?
12. Where do our recyclables go?
13. How do I dispose of Treated Wood?

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1. Generator Requirements
2. Methods for Prevention
3. Environmental Benefits
4. Self-Hauling Organic Waste
5. Edible Food
6. Organics Recycling Guide
7. Assembly Bill (AB) 1826
8. Assembly Bill (AB) 341
9. Assembly Bill (AB) 939

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1. Will multiple applications be accepted from one Firewise community?
2. Who can I call if I need help filling out the online application?
3. Does an applicant need to own property within a Nevada County Firewise community?
4. Can a Certificate of Renewal from NFPA be submitted in place of a Risk Assessment and 3-Year Action Plan?
5. Can applications be “merged” to request more than $3,600?
6. Can a project completion date extend past November 30th, 2022?
7. How can I contact my Firewise community Resident Leader?
8. Will the grant award be considered taxable income?

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1. Can I obtain a property at the public auction tax sale by paying the delinquent taxes prior to the tax sale date?
2. How do I find or “see” a property I would like to bid on at the tax sale?
3. How can I determine what use I can make of a tax sale property before I purchase it?
4. How soon can I take possession of the property after my purchase at the tax sale?
5. How is the minimum bid on a tax sale property determined?
6. What is the deadline to pay back taxes to prevent a tax defaulted property from being offered at auction?

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1. What is a supplemental tax bill?
2. What is a supplemental assessment?
3. What is a negative supplemental tax bill?
4. If I receive a supplemental tax bill, will I also receive an annual tax bill?
5. If I pay taxes through an impound account, will my supplemental tax bill be sent to my lender?
6. Do I have the right to appeal the supplemental assessment?

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1. What types of property result in the issuance of an unsecured tax bill?
2. Why do I have to pay taxes on my boat?
3. How does a sale, removal or disposal of my business equipment, boat or aircraft affect my tax bill?
4. What happens if I don’t pay my unsecured taxes on time?
5. Do I need to pay the tax bill while appealing or talking with the assessor about a reduction in the value assessed?
6. Why did I receive an unsecured tax bill, when I don’t own any personal property?

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1. Who collects property taxes?
2. What is a “secured” property tax and how is it determined?
3. Who must pay property taxes?
4. When are the annual property taxes due?
5. What if I fail to pay my property taxes by the deadline?

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1. If I am enrolled with VA, what benefits will I receive?
2. If I am enrolled, what cost will there be for me?
3. s this an insurance policy or an HMO?
4. Are there any restrictions on getting care in private facilities at VA expense?
5. Will VA pay for care in private facilities?
6. What is the coverage for emergency services?
7. What if I get sick while on travel?
8. If enrolled, can I get dental care?
9. Will VA take care of my nursing home needs?
10. Will VA provide hearing aids and eyeglasses?
11. What kinds of maternity services are available?
12. Are there any limits on days of hospital care or outpatient visits VA will provide?
13. Are there any plans to further expand VA’s health care benefits?

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1. What is VA Pension for veterans?
2. What are the Periods of War?
3. Who is eligible?
4. What is countable income for veterans’ pension eligibility purposes?
5. What about net worth?
6. Are there any exclusions to income or deductions that may be made to reduce countable income?
7. How does VA calculate your pension?
8. What are Aid & Attendance and Housebound benefits?
9. How do I apply?
10. If I am already receiving monthly payments or a service-connected disability can I get a VA pension too?
11. What are the maximum annual pension rates?
12. What if I am receiving DIC payments because my husband died in service or of a service connected disability?

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1. What is agent orange?
2. As a Vietnam Veteran, what kind of benefits can I get?
3. How much compensation will I get?
4. What evidence do I need?
5. Who can get benefits?
6. What benefits can my family get?
7. What if my claim is denied?
8. Can I appeal beyond the VA regional office?
9. Can I appeal to a court?
10. What if I served in vietnam and have a disease not on VA's list?
11. What if I was exposed to an herbicide outside Vietnam?

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1. How do I contact Nevada County's Waste Management?
2. Where are the different transfer stations, recycling centers and buy back centers located throughout Nevada County?
3. What residential services are offered through Waste Management in Nevada County?
4. What California laws should I be aware of as a business using Waste Managements commercial services?
5. What am I able to recycle through Waste Management from my construction and demolition project?
6. What can and can't I recycle in my residential Waste Management recycle bin?
7. Does Waste Management accept used tires?
8. Can I recycle my Christmas tree through Waste Management?

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1. What is West Nile virus?
2. When was West Nile Virus first found in the United States?
3. Has West Nile Virus been detected in California?
4. How does someone get West Nile Virus?
5. What are the symptoms and treatment?
6. How can people protect themselves?
7. What is the state doing to control the spread of WNV?
8. Why is the public urged to report dead birds?

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1. What is West Nile Virus?
2. How is it spread?
3. Is it easy to get?
4. How bad is it?
5. Who is at risk?
6. What are the symptoms?
7. How is it treated?

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1. Do all mosquitoes carry West Nile Virus?
2. Why are some people bitten more than others?
3. How far can a mosquito fly?
4. How long do adult mosquitoes live?
5. What is the life cycle of a mosquito?
6. What is the egg phase of a mosquito?
7. What is the larval stage?
8. What is the pupal stage?
9. Why do mosquitoes make a buzzing noise?

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1. I am concerned about visitors to the area not being aware of fire danger. What can I do?
2. Are there plans for evacuation routes for Nevada County? If so, what are they?
3. How do we plan the best escape route? How can we help our in-town area?
4. Are there designated safe spots in case roads are clogged by vehicles evacuating? Can we use existing golf courses, school campuses and carve out more designated safe spots?
5. What is being done about County roads’ roadside vegetation?

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1. What are the defensible space laws?
2. There are areas of concern in my neighborhood. What is the best way to remedy them?
3. I’ve tried talking to neighbors and working with Firewise Communities to create change but it isn’t working. Where can I report a concerning property? Can someone force them to fix it?
4. I’m a renter and my landlord is not managing the property. What should I do?
5. Where can I dispose of green waste?
6. Are there any grants available to help me pay for cleaning up my property?
7. What is permissible at the green waste drop sites?
8. Can I get a schedule of planned large clearing projects?
9. Where can I get materials for my home to make it more fire-resistant?
10. How can I find out if I’m in a Firewise Community or learn how to start one?
11. What are the building codes for vents?
12. Are there local community emergency exercises?
13. What has been the County’s community outreach effort?
14. Does the County have a wildfire plan?
15. Is there a local wildfire task force?

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1. Is there a way to learn to use prescribed burn methods?
2. Where can I find out if it is burn day?
3. It is cloudy and damp, why is it a no burn day?
4. I’m concerned about the homeless population. What is being done to help?
5. How are private landowners held accountable for vegetation management?

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1. What do I bring to my WIC appointment?
2. Who qualifies for WIC?
3. What foods can I get with WIC?