Coronavirus Dashboard Updated to Include Additional Data

Nevada County Public Health has launched an update of our Coronavirus Dashboard. The update includes zip code data displayed in a map, hospitalization data reported from the State, graph of new County cases by day, graph of east/west County cases by day, time stamp of most recent update.

The dashboard is updated Monday through Friday and testing numbers updated on Mondays. Updates will now be made in the mid-afternoon.

Coronavirus Website

Local Agencies Partner to Bring Life-Saving Medication to COVID-19 Patient

While cases are climbing nationally, regionally and locally, many agencies continue to partner to support in responding to medical needs of COVID-19. The County works with local and regional hospitals, other counties, the State, and local businesses and organizations to create a network of supports and response to the current Coronavirus pandemic.

Recently, Tahoe Forest Hospital System, the Truckee Tahoe Airport, Mountain Lion Aviation and Nevada County worked with Stanford University Medical Center and Santa Clara County to deliver Remdesivir, a life-saving medication that could shorten the duration and severity of illness related to COVID-19, to a local patient with COVID-19. This medication is a scarce resource. Distribution throughout the state of California is extremely limited and highly sought-after. Nevada County had only been allotted 5 courses of Remdesivir, all of which were promptly used by patients in critical care.

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Countywide Test of Emergency Alert Notification Systems Scheduled for August 12^th

August 12^th, the County of Nevada Office of Emergency Services and the Town of Truckee are teaming up to issue simultaneous tests of the CodeRED and Nixle Everbridge Emergency Alert Systems. All Nevada County residents are advised to prepare by registering for CodeRED Emergency Alerts in one of the following ways:

Visit ReadyNevadaCounty.org/EmergencyAlerts
Text ReadyNevadaCounty to 99411 and follow the link to complete the registration.
Call 211 or 1-833-DIAL211 for assistance from a call agent.

CodeRED Emergency Alerts will display as originating from 866-419-5000 or 855-969-4636 on caller ID and residents are encouraged to save these numbers.

The Town of Truckee will conduct a concurrent test of the Nixle Everbridge Emergency Alert System which serves Town of Truckee residents.

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Four Affordable Housing Projects Move Forward in Nevada County

Four housing projects are set to move forward this week in Nevada County. The projects include Brunswick Commons, Cashin's Field, additional permanent supportive housing units, and Lone Oak Senior Housing. Each project will help create more opportunity for those seeking affordable housing in Nevada County.

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Car Hop Returns July 11^th and 12^th

Each event day will feature Temporary Food Facility (TFF) Vendors, giving local TFF owner/operators a chance to showcase their cuisine at the Eric Rood Administration Center parking lot at 950 Maidu Avenue in Nevada City.

All attendees will remain in their vehicles. Customers will drive up, park and the TFF vendor will come to your vehicle and take your order.

This event will follow COVID-19 guidelines to protect participants and is intended to be both fun and an educational tool illustrating safe food service. Please be sure to follow all instructions on site.

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July 14^th Board Meeting Preview

Pursuant to Governor Gavin Newsom's Executive Order pertaining to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the County of Nevada hereby provides notice that it will hold its regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Supervisors by remote. The Board of Supervisors will attend the meeting and participate to the same extent as if they were present. Tuesday's July 14th meeting starts at 9:00 a.m.

Public Comment may be submitted by writing a letter to the Board of Supervisors (letter must be received before 8:00 a.m. the day of the meeting), calling (530) 264-0554 and leaving a voice mail message, emailing BOS.PublicComment@co.nevada.ca.us, or leaving an eComment at www.mynevadacounty.com/BoardMeetings.

Following Public Comment and the Consent Calendar, the Board of Supervisors will consider the approval of Letters of Opposition to Senate Bill 474 (Stern). Then the Board will receive an update from the Nevada County Fairgrounds and consider a Resolution proclaiming support for the Nevada County Fairgrounds as a critical economic driver and cultural asset of Nevada County.

At 10:30 a.m., the Board will have a Public Hearing before considering a Resolution to adopt the Nevada County Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Plan, followed by a Resolution approving MOUs pertaining to the proposed Regional Application for the Permanent Local Housing Allocations and a Resolution authorizing submission of an application for funding under the Low-Income Housing Trust Fund.

Afterwards, the Board will consider a Resolution authorizing the closure of the Nevada County Carl F. Bryan II Youth Center, on or before June 30, 2021. Then, the Board will consider amending an Ordinance on discharging a firearm.

At 1:30 p.m., the Board will hear an informational presentation on Coronavirus in Nevada County before considering a Resolution to accept Coronavirus Relief Funds from the State of California.

There are many ways the public are encouraged to participate during this meeting which are described in the Public Meeting Protocol.

Meeting Agenda

Nevada County Carl F. Bryan II Youth Center to close by June 30, 2021

A Resolution to close the Nevada County Carl F. Bryan II Youth Center by June 30, 2021, will go before the Board of Supervisors on July 14, 2020. The Youth Center was built in 2003 and sized according to anticipated growth in juvenile detainees.

"This has been a difficult decision to make," said County Executive Officer Alison Lehman. "I appreciate all Probation has done to curtail costs and expand prevention programs for our youth. We are committed to supporting our Youth Center staff members during this transition and reinvesting dollars strategically into preventative programs for youth."

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PG&E Offers Personalized Emergency Plan Tool for Customers

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has launched a new tool on the online Safety Action Center that helps customers be prepared.

"Wildfire season in California had started. We want to help our customers and communities prepare for a wildfire, a safety power shutoff or a natural disaster," said Laurie Giammona, PG&E Chief Customer Officer and a Senior Vice President."That's why we have created the Safety Action Center. And we know that each customers' situation is unique, which is why this new tool lets customers create a personal emergency plan that works for them and their families.

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PG&E Enhances Website and Customer Notifications

As part of its ongoing commitment to keep customers and the communities it serves safe and informed, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) announced an improved emergency website and redesigned customer notifications for Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events this wildfire season.

Information will be available in 13 languages; outage maps upgraded to show impacted areas more clearly.

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Job Openings at Nevada County: Behavioral Health Therapist

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.

Interested in joining a fast-paced work environment filled with caring professionals dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable community members? The County of Nevada, located in the scenic Sierra foothills, is seeking to hire licensed therapists or registered interns! The Behavioral Health Adult and Children's division will hire positions for an average of 20 hours per week - 1000 hours max in the current Fiscal Year.

Our Behavioral Health Therapists provide the following support to community members:

Provide assessment, treatment planning, individual and group therapy. collateral/parent counseling.
Provide crisis intervention, case management, and documentation of services.
Screening potential clients on the phone.
Psychotherapy.

Services are provided in consultation with the clinical team, regional partners and outside agencies. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaborative, creative problem solving. We seek to hire individuals who are not only caring but also bring a sense of humor and fun at the right time.

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill regular, full-time positions in the Adult and Children divisions of Behavioral Health, along with temporary positions in all divisions of Behavioral Health as vacancies occur or the need arises.

The ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish in addition to English would be an asset in this position, but is not required. Applicants for English/Spanish bilingual designation must take and pass a Spanish bilingual proficiency examination. Individuals who show patience, understanding, and caring in their dealings with others are highly valued. Other relevant personal traits include social skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to manage time effectively.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable

Find out more information about this position online. Have a question? Contact Human Resources by calling (530) 265-7010 and selecting option 2.

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