Nevada County News | November 16, 2023

A crew removes flammable vegetation from a road.

With support from CAL FIRE and County of Nevada, crews are on the ground in neighborhoods that were severely impacted by the winter weather of early 2023. Photo taken Monday in Nevada City by Supervising Defensible Space Inspector Ricky Martinez. Read below for more on the Winter Storm Hazardous Vegetation Clean-Up Project.

Managing Winter Storm Impacts for Wildfire Resilience in Nevada County

In the immediate aftermath of the severe winter weather of early 2023, the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services launched the Winter Storm Hazardous Vegetation Cleanup Project. This program, which is still underway, was designed to ensure that 100 miles of county roads were cleared of storm debris, highly impacted communities were able to remove hazards from private roads, and residents were offered opportunities to dispose of green waste. Staff worked closely with Firewise Communities to leverage local knowledge and identify priority relief needed at the community.

County Executive Officer Alison Lehman talks to high school students.

Nevada Union High School Students Job Shadow County Employees

Twelve students from Nevada Union High School recently visited the Rood Center in Nevada City to job shadow county employees. The students visited several departments on November 9, including the Office of Emergency Services, Code Compliance, Agriculture, and Environmental Health.

“The purpose was to highlight career pathways within the county,” said County Executive Officer Alison Lehman. “Job shadowing provides numerous advantages for students looking to embark on a successful career path in county government.”

Tea Party Set for Saturday at Madelyn Helling Library in Nevada City

Tea and scones will be served at the Madelyn Helling Library amphitheater this Saturday November 18 during storytime featuring the book "Tea Party in the Woods," written and illustrated by Akiko Miyakoshi. The event is scheduled from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, the storytime will move into the Community Room. While all ages are welcome, this is a longer story best suited for elementary-age readers and listeners.

CBS News Sacramento reports on volunteers from Team Rubicon, a veteran-led humanitarian organization, tarping Nevada County homes damaged in the Feb-March winter storms. The volunteers tarped 10 homes November 10-14. Two-hundred and fifty-three households applied for FEMA assistance for storm damage, but more than half never got repaired because of a lack of available contractors. Click here to see the report.

More Nevada County News

County Offices Closed for Thanksgiving

All Nevada County administrative offices will be closed November 23-24 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Public safety and Sheriff's patrol services will continue as normal.

Sheriff Seeks Community Help to Solve Cold Case

Local resident Delbert Wilder, 63, was found murdered 12 years ago on his property in Grass Valley. His murderer remains at large.

A video provides insights into Wilder's life and how it ended. The Sheriff's Office is asking the community to please share this video to help bring closure to his family.

Residency Confirmation Cards Are in the Mail

Help Maintain Up-to-Date Voter Rolls

Nevada County Elections needs your help to maintain accurate, up-to-date voter rolls. If you are a voter, you can expect a postcard soon that asks you to do one of two things:

If you receive the postcard and it has your name on it, then you are registered and can disregard the notice.
If the postcard has the name of a voter who does not live at your address, please return the postcard so records can be updated.

Upcoming Events

Winter Craft Workshop, Nov. 18

Saturday, November 18, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Bear River Library, 11130 Magnolia Road, Grass Valley

Come join others to make thank you cards and thankful journals. All participants will receive a blank journal, washi tape, and pens. The Bear River Library is offering a Winter Craft Workshop every Saturday at 10 a.m.

Learn More

Richard Gill's 'Signs of Our Time' Exhibition

On view now with no end date scheduled, regular library hours

Madelyn Helling Library, 980 Helling Way, Nevada City

"Signs of Our Time: Sculptures & Poems by Richard Gill" features six intricately crafted copper sculptures paired with seven thought-provoking poems. Gill, who passed away peacefully earlier this year at the age of 94, was a longtime member of the Nevada County community. Well known for his Medicine Man shows at the narrow-gauge rail line, Gill loved the arts and performing for people of all ages. Gill also loved history, especially the Old West. Imagery invoking this by-gone era runs through much of his art.

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News From Our Community Partners

United Against Hate Week

United Against Hate Week is spearheaded by a coalition of civic leaders and activists working together to empower local residents to take action against hate - with an ultimate goal of building inclusive and equitable communities.

Rebates for Woodstoves Available

Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District is offering rebate vouchers of $2,500-$10,000 for replacement of non-Environmental Protection Agency-certified woodstoves, fireplace inserts, and open-hearth fireplaces.

The stoves must be:

Currently the primary source of heat
Pre – 1988
In Nevada, Sierra or Plumas Counties

Disagree Without Becoming Enemies

Braver Angels will teach tools and techniques for having productive conversations with those who have different opinions tonight at Sierra College's Grass Valley campus.

The free program, "De-Polarizing Political Conversations," begins at 6 p.m.

Braver Angels' mission is to bridge the partisan divide between conservatives and progressives. The program is sponsored by the Nevada County League of Women Voters, the American Association of University Women, Nevada County Branch, and Business and Professional Women of Nevada County.

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.

Office Assistant I - Temporary

Are you interested in a fulfilling opportunity to support our community and make a difference in the lives of the citizens of Nevada County? The Social Services Department has four openings for this position. These employees will support the department by assisting with clerical tasks related to the department units including:

Greeting and assisting customers.
Processing incoming and outgoing mail.
Answering phones.
Completing and filing forms, and other clerical support duties as assigned.

Applicants interested in an Office Assistant I (OA I) level will have completed twelfth grade and have coursework or practical experience in typing. Candidates qualified for the Office Assistant II will meet the requirements for OA I and also have two years of general clerical experience at the OA I level. Please be sure to apply to all levels for which you may qualify.

This position is part-time temporary, and requires availability Monday thru Friday, 4 hours a day.

A temporary, part-time employee works on average 20 hours but not more than 29 hours per week, for a maximum of 1000 hours per fiscal year. Temporary employees earn sick leave, but are not eligible for other vacation or holiday pay, medical, dental, or vision benefits, or CalPERS.

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

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