NEVADA CITY, Calif. May 9, 2023 – At the beginning of today’s Nevada County Board of Supervisors meeting, Chair Ed Scofield issued the following statement on behalf of the Board: “Over the weekend, someone defaced a Pride sign in the window of one of our Nevada City restaurants placed there to welcome all people. As […]
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Nevada County Supervisors Recognize Liam Marchi with Youth Leadership Award
The Nevada County Board of Supervisors recognized Bear River High School senior Liam Marchi for standing out as a youth leader through excellence in academics, athletics, theater, and student body government. “We are very proud of your achievements and just love to see exceptional young people like you serving as a positive role model for […]
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San Juan Ridge Town Hall set for October 17th
Nevada City, CA – Nevada County District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek is hosting a Town Hall for the San Juan Ridge community on Monday, October 17th, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center (17894 Tyler Foote Rd, Nevada City). Topics include: Measure V: Wildfire Prevention, Emergency Services and Disaster Readiness Measure Law […]
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Nevada County Supervisors Recognize Anthony Pritchett with Youth Leadership Award
Yesterday, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors recognized Nevada Union High School senior Anthony Pritchett for his outstanding leadership as the Student Member of the Nevada Joint Union High School District Board of Trustees and his excellence in academics and athletics. “We are very excited to be offering this award to you,” said Supervisor Heidi […]
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Nevada County Supervisors Approve Countywide EIR to Expedite Shovel-Ready Broadband Projects
On Tuesday, October 12th, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a contract to conduct a Countywide Programmatic Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to meaningfully increase the viability of universal and accessible broadband throughout Nevada County. “This will put Nevada County in the position to have shovel-ready projects, putting us first in line for competitive […]
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Nevada County Supervisors Support Local Nisenan Tribe in Restoration of Federal Recognition
December 16, 2020 – At Tuesday’s December 15th Board of Supervisors meeting, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to support the restoration of Federal recognition of the Nevada City Rancheria Nisenan Tribe. The County received 888 letters supporting the Tribe’s Federal recognition. “I know that the county is proud of our history. This […]
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County of Nevada Board of Supervisors transition to virtual meetings as COVID case counts increase
Nevada City, Calif. July 8, 2020 – Since June 1, Nevada County has seen the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases triple, from 42 at the beginning of the month to 116 on June 30. In these first weeks of July, we have seen another sharp increase of 39 cases for a total of 155 cases […]
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Nevada County electeds: Stay strong, take care and stick together (video)
May 22, 2020 – Elected officials from the County, local cities and Town have collaborated on a video encouraging everyone to stay strong, take care and stick together as we continue to work to safely move forward through the current COVID-19 pandemic. Our Board of Supervisors is also sharing the following statement on reopening businesses […]
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Nevada County Supervisor Scofield testifies in support AB 3012 to increase insurance protections for homeowners
May 8, 2020 – On Thursday May 7, 2020 Nevada County District II Supervisor Ed Scofield provided testimony in support for Assembly Bill 3012 (Wood and Daly) as amended to the California Assembly Insurance Committee. Specifically, the bill will a) require an insurer to provide a payment for contents of no less than 30% of […]
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Nevada County COVID-19 Business Task Force webinar on May 6
May 4, 2020 – The Nevada County Business Taskforce is pleased to welcome California Assembly District 1 Assemblymember Megan Dahle to discuss the work that is being done at the state level to mitigate the impacts on businesses and the economy from the coronavirus and the Shelter-At-Home Order. Nevada County Business Taskforce Members, jurisdictional partners […]
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Op-Ed | Heidi Hall and Dan Miller: Thank You Nevada County
NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. April 8, 2020 – As days turn to weeks, we are seeing the best of Nevada County come together to address the impacts of COVID-19. Non-profits, businesses, government staff, schools, volunteers, local media, first responders, medical professionals, seniors to children are all stepping up to help mitigate the negative impacts of a […]
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Supervisor Heidi Hall Represents Nevada County in Washington D.C.
December 1, 2019 – On November 19th and 20th Supervisor Heidi Hall met with congressional staff of Congressman Doug LaMalfa, Senator Kamala Harris and Senator Feinstein’s offices in Washington D.C. to discuss Nevada County’s priority objectives including wildfire, homelessness and broadband. During her visit, Supervisor Hall discussed and requested assistance with two Federal Emergency Management […]
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District 1 Supervisor Hall & Division I NID Director Heck Joint Town Hall tonight
October 3, 2019 – Nevada County District I Supervisor Heidi Hall and Nevada Irrigation District (NID) Division I Director Ricki Heck are hosting a joint Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, October 3rd in the Board of Supervisors’ chambers at the Nevada County Eric Rood Administrative Center from 6:00-7:30 p.m. The forum will include presentations from both […]
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Nevada County Insurance Town Hall with California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara on August 22nd
August 13, 2019 – Nevada County is partnering with the California Department of Insurance to host an Insurance Town Hall on homeowners insurance with California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, District III Supervisor Dan Miller and District II Supervisor Ed Scofield on Thursday, August 22nd at 6:00 p.m. at the Foothills Events Center in Grass Valley. […]
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First 5 Nevada County Recruiting for Executive Director
July 29, 2019 – First 5 Nevada County is a public agency that works to support families through programs and systems like home visiting, professional development, child care teachers, and family resource centers. First 5 Nevada County is governed by a 5-member Commission appointed by the Nevada County Board of Supervisors. County Commission members include Public […]
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North San Juan Town Hall Meeting on April 11
April 11, 2019 – Nevada County District IV Supervisor Susan Hoek is holding a North San Juan Town Hall Meeting with Sheriff Shannan Moon, Public Works Director Trisha Tillotson, and Transit Service Manager Robin VanValkenburgh in conjunction with the Family Resource Center to discuss important issues that include law enforcement, road maintenance, and transit services. […]
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Nevada County & USDA Partner for Nonprofit & Housing Workshop on Oct. 30th
October 15, 2018 – On October 30, 2018 from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m., at the Veterans Memorial Building, the County of Nevada and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development are teaming up to host a financial resources workshop geared toward the nonprofit and housing communities. This event is free and open to the public. […]
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Public hearing on Sept. 25 on zoning changes to encourage the development of Accessory Dwelling Units
September 13, 2018 – Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, September 25, 2018, at 11 :00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Supervisors’ Chambers, First Floor, Eric Rood Administrative Center, 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, California, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing […]
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Public Meeting Regarding Fire Restrictions in Yuba River Canyon
August 27, 2018 – The Board of Supervisors will be considering a ban on open fire along the South Yuba River Corridor as a pilot program through end of CAL FIRE’s declared fire season in 2018, and starting the Friday before Memorial Day Weekend through the end of CAL FIRE’s declared fire season in 2019. […]
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Town of Washington Community Meeting on June 26
June 25, 2018 – Nevada County is holding a community meeting to provide an opportunity for public input on a proposed ordinance that would ban open fires along the South Yuba River Wild&Scenic Designated Corridor to help prevent threats of wildfire. The public meeting is open to all interested community members. Meeting Date: Tuesday June […]