Nevada County News | January 4, 2024

Rainbow over the Eric Rood Center - Photo Credit: Jenny Comperda, Administrative Analyst II

Nevada County Public Health is Hitting the Open Road

Nevada County Public Health Department is taking its immunizations and other services on the road in a new Mobile Health Unit. The public is invited to a ribbon cutting and tour of the Mobile Health Unit on January 9, 2024 at the Eric Rood Administration Center located at 950 Maidu Ave. in Nevada City from 12:00 - 1:30 pm. The public is encouraged to access our free Public Health services during the event, including flu shots, oral health kits, COVID-19 at-home test kits, and naloxone, the opioid overdose reversal medication.

Nevada County Awarded $650,000 to Build Climate Resilience

Nevada County has been awarded $650,000 to work with key partners to help build climate resilience from the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research. The money will be used to develop a climate collaborative of local organizations in Western Nevada County, sustain and enhance the Climate Transformation Alliance (CTA) in eastern Nevada County, and create a Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan.

Cold Weather Shelter Opening Saturday and Sunday

The National Weather Service predicts COLD weather Saturday night through Monday morning, Jan. 6 - 8. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol for Saturday and Sunday nights. The shelter will open at 4:30 pm Saturday night in Nevada City at the Veterans Hall (lower level), 415 North Pine Street in Nevada City, and will accept guests until 8:00 pm. The shelter will close at 7:30 am, Monday morning.

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Christmas Tree Disposal Options

Residents have a few options for Christmas tree disposal beyond the green bins.

Sheriff Seeking Help in Solving 40-Year-Old Murder Case

Nearly 40 years ago, a young woman was strangled and discarded down an embankment near the Independence Trail.

Public Meeting on

New Nevada City Courthouse Set for January 24

The Judicial Council of California is holding a public information meeting to discuss the construction project which will provide a six-room courthouse in Nevada City.

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Upcoming Meetings & Events

Spanish for Everyone

Tuesdays, 12:00 - 1:30 pm

Madelyn Helling Library

Spanish for Everyone is a weekly group for adults to learn, practice, and improve their Spanish speaking and listening skills. This weekly drop-in class is facilitated by an expert Spanish speaker in a relaxed and friendly space.

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Baby Feeding Support Group

Mondays, 10:00 - 11:30 am

Madelyn Helling Library

Join us in the community room every Monday at the Baby Feeding Support Group for judgement- free peer support, including breastfeeding counseling, baby weigh-ins, and community resources.

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Board of Supervisors Meeting Preview

The Tuesday, January 9th Board of Supervisors meeting starts at 9:00 am in the Board Chambers, 950 Maidu Ave., Nevada City.

Meeting at a Glance

Board Member Items

Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
Recognition of Chair Ed Scofield

Public Comment

Members of the public will be allowed to address the Board on items not appearing on the agenda that are of interest to the public and are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board.

Consent Calendar

These items are expected to be routine and noncontroversial. The Board of Supervisors will act upon them at one time without discussion.

Regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1 - Consent and Public Comment.

Department Head Matters

10:30 a.m.

Informational report on Nevada County's Two-Year Economic Development Action Plan.

Closed Sessions

Afternoon Session

1:30 p.m.

Resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County of Nevada, the City of Grass Valley, and the City of Nevada City for collaboration with animal shelter development and services.
Resolution approving a contract between the County of Nevada and LDA Partners, Inc., for architectural design services for the Nevada County Animal Shelter Project.
Informational report on the results of the National Community Survey for Nevada County by the National Research Center and Polco.
Informational report on 2023 Board Objectives.
Resolution adopting the County of Nevada 2024 Legislative Platform.

Adjournment

Staff Highlights

Three deputy trainees of the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office graduated from the Sacramento Police Academy on December 21st and recently started their careers. Welcome to Deputies Michael Kennedy, Bryn Connor, and Nicole Hamilton (pictured left to right).

Hamilton earned special recognition for her grit and determination during the academy, earning the Natalie Corona Award, named after slain Davis Police Officer. She was presented with the award by Corona’s parents. Sheriff Shannan Moon was in attendance to cheer on the new deputies during the ceremony and awards, along with fellow command staff.

Congratulations to Elijah Larimer, the Community Development Agency's (CDA) Employee of the Month! Eli is an Assistant Engineer in the Public Works Department and has had an amazing year starting with the winter storms of 2023, where he worked with the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to coordinate road clearing and service restoration efforts by telecom and power utility companies.

Through the summer, Eli was the lead on the 2023 Road Rehabilitation Project on Dog Bar Road. The project included 2,500 feet of paving on Magnolia Road and was completed on schedule and under budget. Eli also led a large striping project which included enhanced striping to improve safety on several county roads.

Come Work with Us!

Nevada County employs approximately 800 employees covering a full range of services and positions, from accountants to wastewater treatment system operators. In Nevada County, quality of life comes first. It is the only rural California county with two designated Cultural Districts and is known for its abundance of outdoor recreational activities.

Behavioral Health Therapists

Nevada County’s Behavioral Health Department is seeking full-time and part-time Behavioral Health Therapists. Full-time therapists provide intake assessments, individual therapy, and case management for Adults in Western Nevada County. Part-time therapists provide direct services in our Children's and Adult divisions. Our therapists will conduct the following:

Assessment, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, collateral/parent counseling
Crisis intervention, case management, and documentation of services
Screening potential clients on the phone
Psychotherapy

Services are provided in consultation with the clinical team, regional partners, and outside agencies. Individuals who show patience, understanding, and caring in their dealings with others are highly valued. Other relevant personal traits include social skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to manage time effectively. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaborative, creative problem-solving. We seek to hire individuals who are not only caring but also bring a sense of humor and fun at the right time.

Learn more about this position online. Have a question? Contact Human Resources at (530) 265-7010 and select option 2.