Nevada City Council appointed its new city manager at its January 26 city council meeting by approving a contract with Sean Grayson. Grayson will begin his new position February 28. Grayson comes to the city from Rialto, California where he currently serves as fire chief. Rialto afforded him opportunity to expand his management skills by […]
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Nevada City is Accepting Applications for Planning Commissioner
The city of Nevada City announced today that it is accepting applications for the position of planning commissioner. The city’s planning commission is a five-member body comprised of individuals appointed by individual councilmembers. Terms of office run with the appointing councilmember. The commission reviews and acts on matters related to planning and development. It […]
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Public Safety & the Future of Policing in Nevada City
The City of Nevada City is respectfully seeking your input on police services moving forward. Community input is invaluable while we review public safety policy and strategy in an effort to best serve the community. There are two ways to participate in this effort. One is to complete a Public Safety and the Future of […]
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Nevada City City Declares Public Emergency due to Extreme Fire Danger
Nevada City Manager Joan Phillipe, acting in her capacity as Director of Civil Defense and Disaster for the city, has issued a declaration of public emergency due to extreme fire danger. She issued the declaration due the current extended drought conditions combined with the excessive amount of combustible material located in and around the city. […]
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Nevada City implements mandatory water restrictions, stage 3 drought warning declared
At a special meeting held by the Nevada City City Council on June 18, 2021 a declaration of a Drought Stage 3 Warning was declared. Implementation was effective immediately. With rainfall this season being at historic lows, the Council made the decision based on information from the California State Water Boards as well as information […]
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Waste Management Clean-up Day for Nevada City Residents
The City is working cooperatively with Waste Management to allow Nevada City residents a special dump day. New this year – green waste. The goal is to minimize wildfire risk, so clean up your yards and bring a truck load to the tennis court parking lot at Pioneer Park. Keep in mind that Waste Management […]
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Joan Phillipe unanimously appointed Nevada City interim city manager
February 12, 2021 – Nevada City Council announced, following a Friday special city council meeting, the approval of a contract with Joan Phillipe to serve as interim city manager effective Monday February 15, 2021. Phillipe comes to Nevada City as a retired city manager with over 35 years’ experience in local government including as […]
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Nevada City statement on PG&E, trees and PSPS
NEVADA CITY, Calif. September 8, 2020 – The City of Nevada City has been receiving multiple emails, telephone calls and social media posts regarding PG&E cutting down trees on city owned property as well as the recent Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS). A lot of the information that is currently out there is not accurate […]
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Special Nevada City Council meeting on Aug. 21 at 5:00 pm
NEVADA CITY, Calif. August 14, 2020 – The Nevada City Council will hold a special meeting at 5 PM August 21, 2020 via ZOOM to address this past weekend’s violence during the protest that occurred Sunday August 9, 2020. Chief Ellis launched an investigation into the incident, which is well underway. A special investigator has […]
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Nevada City moves into the second phase of re-opening portions of City Parks
NEVADA CITY, Calif. May 1, 2020 – With the health and safety of all our residents in mind, the City of Nevada City will move into the second phase of re-opening portions of City Parks. The City parks will partially reopen Friday May 1st. To maintain compliance with the current Stay at Home Order issued […]
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Nevada City reopens trails in Pioneer Park
April 24, 2020 -The City of Nevada City to slowly transition back to normal operations. With the health and safety of all our residents in mind, the City of Nevada City will begin the process of re-opening portions of the Pioneer Park. The park will re-open Saturday April 25th. To maintain compliance with the current […]
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Nevada City update on COVID-19 and current closures
March 22, 2020 – City of Nevada City buildings are closed to the public beginning Thursday, March 19. The closures are in response to the Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-33-20 (“Order”), directing all individuals living in the State of California to stay home or at their place of residence. “We continue to reiterate that the […]
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Special city council meeting in Nevada City on Monday morning
Editor’s note: The original agenda for this public meeting was revised to include the second new business item. SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2019 Special Meeting – 8:30 AM Seaman’s Lodge – Pioneer Park 427 Nimrod Street, Nevada City, CA 95959 SPECIAL MEETING – 8:30 AM – Call to Order Roll Call: Mayor […]
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Nevada City Council Meeting on Oct. 23 – agenda
October 21, 2019 – The City Council welcomes you to its meetings which are scheduled at 6:30 PM on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. Your interest is encouraged and appreciated. This meeting is recorded on DVD and is televised on local public television Channel 17. Other special accommodations may be requested to […]
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Nevada City Downtown Employee Parking Permits available starting Monday
NEVADA CITY, Calif. August 18, 2019 – Downtown Employee Parking Permits are back! These will be available Monday, August 19, 2019. Only 75 will be issued. $60 will get you through to the New Year (no charge for the remaining days in August). Fill out your application today. See you Monday! How it Works: Purchase […]
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Starting Aug. 5th, Nevada City’s Commercial and York Streets will be one-way streets
NEVADA CITY, Calif. July 31, 2019 – Beginning Monday, August 5th, Nevada City is implementing a One-Way Street Pilot Program for Commercial and York Streets. York Street (between Broad and Commercial) and Commercial Street (between Main and Broad) will be One-Way streets for a 3-month pilot project. Be safe!
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Nevada City residential chipping program is up and running
NEVADA CITY, Calif. April 12, 2019 – The City of Nevada City, in conjunction with the Nevada City Fire Department and Department of Public Works, seeks to create a fire ready community, encouraging residents to take actions to minimize home loss by preparing for a wildfire before it occurs. Residents in Nevada City can contribute […]