Nevada County News | November 2, 2023

Nevada County employees celebrated Halloween Spooktacular 2023 on Tuesday. Click here to see more pictures of county offices transformed into a shipwreck, an Alice in Wonderland scene, an enchanted forest and much more. County employees donated their time and money to make the celebration happen. Photo credit: YubaNet

Jennifer Cox, Alison Lehman (in Halloween costume) and Valerie Bringolf

A Message from Our CEO

Our Halloween Spooktacular, organized in partnership with Nevada City and the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce, was a smashing success for the second year in a row, with over 500 trick-or-treaters visiting the Eric Rood Administration Center Tuesday. I'm sincerely grateful for employees' volunteer efforts and expense to transform their departments into magical wonderlands for families. Also, thank you so much to our participating partners Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation, the U.S. Forest Service, the Fire Safe Council and the South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL).

-Alison Lehman, County Executive Officer

Photo caption: Alison Lehman (center) with friends Jennifer Cox and Valerie Bringolf

Angela and her three children- the people buying a house from Habitat for Humanity.

Nevada County Allocates $171,000 for Family's Habitat for Humanity Home

The Board of Supervisors earlier this month awarded $171,000 for a 1,300-square-foot Grass Valley house to be constructed by Nevada County Habitat for Humanity.

The money will be used for construction materials, permit fees and other costs for a four-bedroom, two-bath house on Orchard Way scheduled to be completed in summer 2024. The house recipient is Angela and her three children (pictured here).

Nevada County Seeks Consultant to Provide Recommendations for Courthouse Re-Use

Nevada County is looking for a consultant to assess the historic Nevada County Courthouse in Nevada City and offer recommendations for its future re-use. Supervisor Heidi Hall said it’s important the community has as much input as possible in determining the future use of the old courthouse.

“It is in the heart of Nevada City,” Hall said. “Ideally, it will be a beautiful economic driver that supports the needs and aesthetic of Nevada City with a new or a set of new uses located right downtown.”

Refreshed Truckee Library with Restored Stained Glass, New Furniture Re-Opens

Join Nevada County Library staff on Tuesday, November 7 for the Truckee Library's grand re-opening, and return for more family friendly activities throughout the week.

The grand opening celebration is 4 to 6 p.m. at 10031 Levon Ave. Among the highlights of the remodel is artist Robert Boeddiker's newly restored stained glass (pictured here).

Free English Classes and Conversation

Weekly classes for English language learners are now being offered at the Grass Valley and Madelyn Helling Library locations. Folks are invited to learn, improve and practice English speaking skills with emphasis on practicing conversation. All levels are welcome. No registration required.

Sierra Roots Cold Weather Shelter Needs Staff, Volunteers

Open paid positions include overnight monitors for $20-$23 an hour and security for $25-$30 an hour. Volunteer positions include shelter-setup, kitchen help and intake.

Grass Valley Veterans Hall in Green Light

Military Appreciation Week is Nov. 4-12

Nevada County is celebrating Military Appreciation Week by lighting up the Veterans Hall and Brighton Greens Resource Center in Grass Valley with green light. The purpose is to show appreciation for veterans, and raise awareness about the pressing issue of veterans' suicide rates and the importance of mental health. Share your photos using #OperationGreenLight to show your support! For more information about Military Appreciation Week, click here.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Mental Health Services Act Meeting, Nov. 8

Wednesday, November 8, 10-11a.m.

Virtual Meeting; Register here.

The Mental Health Services Act, or Proposition 63, brings in about $3.6 billion per year to the State's Behavioral Health System. This meeting will give an overview of Governor Newsom’s proposed reform to MHSA and potential local impacts.

Public Health Childhood Immunization Clinic, Nov. 9

Thursday, Nov. 9, 1- 4 p.m.

Crown Point Facility, 500 Crown Point Circle, Suite 110, Grass Valley

This clinic is open to children accompanied by an adult. Vaccines are covered by Medi-Cal & NC Medi-Cal Managed Care. If uninsured, the charge is $10 fee per vaccine.

Learn More

Board of Supervisors Meeting Preview

The Tuesday, November 7 Board of Supervisors meeting starts at 9 a.m. in the Board Chambers, 950 Maidu Ave., Nevada City.

Meeting at a Glance

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, Public Comment, Adjournment.

Individual Board Member Item (Supervisor Ed Scofield)

Resolution honoring the life and legacy of United States Senator Dianne Feinstein.

Community Presentation

Resolution proclaiming December 9, 2023 as “Nevada County Food and Toy Run Day."

10 a.m.: Resolution adopting Development Impact Mitigation Fees for the Nevada County Consolidated Fire District

10:15 a.m.: Resolution approving the Local Traffic Mitigation Fees and the Regional Transportation Mitigation Fees, and accepting the associated 2023 Nexus Study Updates.

Department Head Matters

Resolution approving a contract between the County of Nevada and Sierra Roots pertaining to the provision of a temporary emergency shelter during extreme weather and Public Safety Power Shutoff events, in the maximum amount of $41,283 for the period September 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
Resolution approving acceptance of Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program award and execution of a subcontract agreement with Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. on behalf of the California Department of Health Care Services, in the maximum amount of $3,601,814 for the contract term of June 23, 2023 through June 30, 2027.
Resolution approving amendment to the contract between the County of Nevada and Hospitality House for services including the provision of homeless outreach and access and linkage to treatment, increasing the maximum contract price from $585,347 to $1,482,810.
Informational Presentation on the Veterans Services Office.
Resolution approving the Nevada County Community Corrections Partnership Plan for Fiscal Year 2023/24.

Announcements

Closed Session

Lunch

1:30: Resolution denying the appeal filed by Glenn Christ regarding the Planning Department's September 15, 2023 letter. The letter outlined that the approved Christ Tentative Final Map (FM07-010; EIS08-053) was not eligible for the State automatic extension of time provided by Assembly Bill 1561 as a matter of law and directing the Planning Director to work with the Appellant regarding the resubmittal of FM070-010.

Department Head Matters

Resolution accepting the award of the California Department of Cannabis Control Local Jurisdiction Retail Access Grant in the amount of $275,000 and authorizing the Community Development Agency Director to execute the grant agreement.
Informational Presentation on the Nevada County Enterprise Information Security Program.
Resolution approving amendment to Purchasing Contract 50112 between the County of Nevada and ePlus Technology Inc. for project manager services related to the enterprise resource project. This increases the contract amount by $737,435.34 not to exceed amount of $787,339.44, extending the termination date to December 31, 2025, authorizing the Purchasing Agent to execute the amendment, and directing the Auditor-Controller to amend the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Revised American Rescue Plan Act Expenditure Plan budget. (4/5 affirmative vote required).

Adjournment

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.

Attorney I-District Attorney

Are you an attorney looking to start your career in the criminal justice field and support an organization dedicated to the public safety of our community? If so, we want to meet you!

The Nevada County District Attorney’s Office is seeking an Attorney I to prosecute misdemeanor cases received from State and Local Law Enforcement Agencies in Nevada County. This position will be primarily focused on a misdemeanor caseload that may include DUI, domestic violence, local ordinance, and other crimes.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable and proficient in the use of technology for the management of case information, report documentation, evidence, and information exchange. In addition, candidates must understand the various state, federal and local laws as well as standard court procedures.

Sound communication, report writing, collaboration and presentations skills are strongly desired. Applicants must have the ability to interact with individuals from diverse social, economic, cultural, behavioral, and environmental settings.

Examples of duties:

Prepares and participates in pleadings, arraignments, pre-trial agreements, motions, trials, responsive declarations, detention or asset seizure hearings, negotiations with opposing counsel and the courts.
Litigates criminal cases in court from start to finish including but not limited to conducting preliminary hearings, jury trails, and various evidentiary hearings.
Reviews law, regulations, and judicial decisions
Performs legal research.

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