As 2020 draws to a close, I want to express my gratitude to our County staff, community providers and each of our residents. We saw our community step up in extraordinary ways this past year.

We've launched the Nevada County Relief Fund which has raised and distributed $800,000 since April. We’ve kept essential services going, from staying safe while out in the field or implementing automation services to best serve our customers. We continue to stay the course and recognize that we don't have to choose between our economy or our community health - we can choose both. We've continued to meet our community's needs, even while needs increased as our resources, fundraising opportunities and available volunteers narrowed. And these are just a few of the many accomplishments we can celebrate as we near the end of 2020.

It's because of our community's strength and resiliency that I continue to be proud to call Nevada County both my home and where I get the privilege to work and serve. Thank you for all you've done to take care of our community this year. Wishing you a safe, happy and healthy holiday season.

Truly,
Alison Lehman, County Executive Officer

Stay Home for the Holidays

The spread of COVID-19 is increasing across the country and California has quickly become a COVID hotspot. This surge in infections is directly related to gatherings. As the holidays fast approach, our Public Health team urges you to stay home for the holidays and avoid gathering with anyone outside of your household.

There's still time to have a COVID-safe holiday. Check out these helpful tips on “having the COVID chat” with your friends and relatives:

Be clear: Say “no” to anything that could increase risk for you or the people you care about
Offer alternatives: Ask if there’s another way to connect with family. Acknowledge you want to see them and find a different way to share the experience.
Drop off holiday meals for older loved ones and those with medical conditions, so they can stay home.
Plan safe celebrations in advance, then stick to the plan.
Be honest: Remind people that you care about them and need to take precautions this year for everyone’s health.

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Winter Storm Watch Issued Friday-Saturday which Will Impact Essential Travel in Mountains

National Weather Service Sacramento is forecasting heavy mountain snow in the northern Sierra region. Motorists conducting essential travel are being alerted to a series of storms which will bring impactful winter weather across Northern California this weekend. Essential mountain travel is expected to become difficult by the afternoon and evening on Friday, December 25th, and continue through early Saturday morning. A brief break is possible late Saturday night through Sunday morning before another weather system is expected late Sunday into Monday.

If essential travel is planned at higher elevations, it is critical to prepare for a significant amount of snow, sleet or ice accumulations. Please remember to carry chains, extra warm clothing and food, and be prepared for significant travel delays.

Attend a Sierra SBDC COVID-19 Small Business Grant Webinar

The California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant will open December 30th. A total of $475 million will be available in two rounds. Round one will distribute $237 million and opens December 30th at 6:00 a.m. and closes January 8th at 11:59 p.m.

Sierra Business Council’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is working with our statewide SBDC network to provide information and technical assistance to applicants. A daily webinar with updates to the program including eligibility requirements, application process, required documents and who to contact for assistance will be conducted daily at 11:00 a.m. starting December 24th.

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Free Christmas Tree Recycling

Once the Christmas holiday is over, recycle your Christmas tree for free at several locations in Western Nevada County. Trees can be disposed of in your Waste Management green waste collection service by cutting the tree into three foot sections and placing them in the green waste cart, or bring your tree to one of the five Western Nevada County locations to recycle them. Please remember, trees must be free of ornaments, lights or metal stands and un-flocked. Take advantage of free Christmas tree recycling and help keep Nevada County litter free.

Due to the Christmas Day and New Year’s Day holiday, Waste Management of Nevada County will not operate any collections on Friday, December 25th or Friday, January 1st. If your collection day falls on or after either of these holidays, it will be delayed one day.

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Panel of Community Leaders to Discuss New Crisis Team Program

A panel of Nevada County law enforcement, health, and nonprofit leaders will discuss “Crisis Teams in the Community: Assisting People into Services and Treatment" in a virtual forum to be held on Friday, January 15, 2021. The presentation will take place online as a live Zoom webinar from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, and is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Western Nevada County.

The forum will include Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon, Nevada County Behavioral Health Director Phebe Bell, Grass Valley Police Chief Alex Gammelgard, Nevada City Interim Police Chief Chad Ellis, and Hospitality House Executive Director Nancy Baglietto. The discussion will focus on the new Mobile Crisis Team created by the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office in partnership with the Nevada County Behavioral Health Department.

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Covered CA Deadline Extended to December 30^th

Covered California announced on Friday that for the first time in its history, it would give consumers until December 30th to sign up for health care coverage that begins on January 1, 2021. The unprecedented move comes as COVID-19 infections and deaths surge throughout the state.

“The pandemic continues to have a devastating impact on all of our lives, and Covered California wants to give those who need health insurance as much time as possible to sign up and get coverage that starts on January 1st,” said Peter V. Lee, Executive Director of Covered California. “We know there are more than 1.2 million Californians who are uninsured right now, even though they are eligible to receive financial assistance to help to pay for their coverage, and giving them more time is the right thing to do."

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Happy Holidays! County Offices Closed December 25^th

Happy Holidays to you and yours! All administrative County offices will be closed on Friday, December 25th, in observance of the Christmas holiday and Friday, January 1st, in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday. Public safety and Sheriff's patrol services will continue as normal. Normal business hours for other offices will resume on Monday, December 28th, and Monday, January 4th.

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Nevada County Law Enforcement Pink Patch Project Wrap Up

Thank You for Your Support of Nevada County Law Enforcement Pink Patch Project

On behalf of the Grass Valley Police Department, Nevada County Sheriff's Office, Nevada City Police Department, Truckee Police and the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation, we want to thank each of you who purchased patches and coins for the 2020 year!

Even in the middle of a global pandemic, our community has surpassed expectations. For the year 2020, our community was able to raise $4,147 for the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation and $305.00 for the Tahoe Forest Health System Foundation.

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Job Openings at Nevada County: Social Services Supervisor

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.

If you are committed to serving our County’s most vulnerable populations and contributing to the health and wellbeing of the citizens of Nevada County, come join our team! Nevada County Social Services is looking for a dynamic Supervisor for the Eligibility Team to provide direction and supervision, help others in the office, and assist clients. We want to use your skills to make our team the best!

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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