Nevada County News | July 27, 2023

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A Message from Our CEO

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District 3 Supervisor Lisa Swarthout and Grass Valley Mayor Jan Arbuckle recently co-chaired Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation's Summer Residency Gala, a fundraiser to benefit the hospital's Family Medicine Residency Program.

The program is designed to recruit medical residents to our community, which has an estimated gap of 14 primary care physicians. Research shows that when physicians train in rural environments, they stay in rural communities.

Our County team is proud to support Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital's ongoing work to ensure our community has access to high-quality healthcare. If you would like to learn more about the program or show your support, please go to the Sierra Nevada Family Medicine Residency program website.

-Alison Lehman, County Executive Officer

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Library Summer Learning Program Wraps Up with a Celebration on Saturday, July 29th

Local favorites Izzi Tooinsky and Shyhoopz Hula Hoops are among the highlights of Nevada County Library’s Summer Learning celebration, taking place from 1:00 to 3:00 pm on Saturday, July 29th at the Madelyn Helling Library. After the performances, stick around for free sno-cones during the hottest part of the day.

Turn in your “Find Your Voice!” Summer Learning reading logs by Friday, August 11th to be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card. Everyone who completes the challenge receives a library-branded tote bag, journal, pencil, and a voucher for two free ride tickets at the Nevada County Fair while supplies last.

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

The Nevada County Transit Services Division and Nevada County Now paratransit services are pleased to announce that, effective August 1st, Nevada County Now will begin offering same-day on-demand services to our disabled community members. This means that seniors 65 and over and eligible members of our disabled community can call for same-day, on-demand rides instead of having to book rides a day or more in advance.

The on-demand service will operate Monday through Friday, from approximately 6:30 am to 7:30 pm and Saturdays from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, depending on space availability and resources.

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Economic Development Office Connects Businesses to Opportunities

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Stuff the Pack Fundraiser for Search & Rescue in Truckee

Saturday, July 29th, 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Multiple Locations in Truckee

Support our amazing Search and Rescue volunteers this weekend in Truckee! This fundraiser will help provide our volunteer rescue crews with ongoing training, new gear, and equipment. Can't make it out in person? Consider donating to Search and Rescue at NevadaCountySAR.org . Donations are tax-deductible!

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Backpack Giveaway & Affordable Connectivity Program Event

Saturday, July 29th, 8:30 am-12:00 pm

Madelyn Helling Library

Backpacks full of school supplies donated by the community will be distributed to school-aged children in need. Staff from our Department of Social Services will be on-hand to help community members sign up for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides income eligible residents with free or discounted internet service. Enter a drawing to win a free Chromebook!

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Free Dental Sealant Clinic for Kids

Tuesday, August 1, 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Madelyn Helling Library

The Nevada County Oral Health Program, in collaboration with Smile California, is offering free dental sealants for youth. Sealants are a thin coating of material that serves as a protective shield to block germs and food from getting deep into the tooth. Sealants are easy and painless to apply.

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Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) Informational Session

Tuesday, August 8th, 10:00 am

Board Chambers, Eric Rood Administrative Center

County staff and Pioneer Energy will provide a presentation on the potential benefits of joining a CCA as part of the August 8th Board of Supervisors meeting.

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Board of Supervisors News

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Nevada County Shines at National Association of Counties Annual Conference

District 1 Supervisor Heidi Hall recently attended the National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference. NACo serves to strengthen America’s counties by advocating for their priorities in federal policymaking.

During the conference, Supervisor Hall introduced and successfully gained support for the adoption of policies on public lands staffing and commercial and residential wildfire insurance and was appointed to serve as the Chair for the newly formed Public Lands Steering Committee Outdoor Recreation Subcommittee.

Nevada County was also recognized as a national leader among counties, receiving awards for our Reducing Time to Hire in the Public Sector Program, a Digital County Survey Award, and a Best in Class award for our Firewise Communities Microgrant Program.

News From Our Community Partners

Map showing a detour due to the road closure

Caltrans is alerting motorists in Truckee to a closure of the eastbound Interstate 80 on-ramp from State Route 89 through mid-August, for ongoing roadway improvements.

To access eastbound I-80, motorists can take a detour along westbound Donner Pass Road to the eastbound I-80 on-ramp.

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Caltrans is alerting State Route 20 motorists in Nevada County to ongoing travel delays on the Omega Curves safety improvement project. One-way traffic controls remain in place around the clock in the Lowell Hill construction area through mid-August. Additional full closures will take place in mid-September.

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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 Arts Districts and is known for its abundance of outdoor recreational activities.

Behavioral Health Therapists

Nevada County is seeking Children and Adult Behavioral Health therapists to provide treatment planning, individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, and psychotherapy. We seek individuals who can bring a sense of humor and fun to our team. Check out our hiring incentives, including up to $5,000 sign-on bonus!

Want work-life balance? Enjoy flexible schedules and telework options! We have temp and full-time openings, and staff receive an extensive benefit package including a generous leave and holiday program; CalPERS retirement; medical, dental, vision and life insurance; FSAs; and a deferred compensation plan including pretax and Roth options.

Got school loans? Nevada County Nevada County participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Plus, we offer a tuition reimbursement program, and Behavioral Health staff are also eligible to apply for up to $15,000 in student loan repayment!

Learn more about these positions online. Have a question? Contact Human Resources by calling 530-265-7010 and selecting option 2.

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