On June 19, 1865, those who were formerly enslaved were recognized as free citizens of the United States. Today, we commemorate June 19 as Juneteenth with celebrations across the country.
The emancipation of people who were enslaved is a powerful moment in our nation's history, but there is still more work to be done. On Juneteenth, we remember our nation's history of systemic racism and inequality and recommit ourselves to the work of equity, equality, and justice. The County and our community partners participating in the Equity and Inclusion Leadership Alliance remain committed to the work required to examine our past, end racial bias, and build new, meaningful connections in our community.
Alison Lehman, County Executive Officer
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Supervisors Recognize Anthony Pritchett with Youth Leadership AwardOn Tuesday, 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 Hall, who presented the award to Pritchett. "It's been a challenging year to serve on a school board so the job you took on was huge, and we acknowledge your courage and leadership to step up to that challenge. We look forward to seeing what you take on in your next chapter!"
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Nevada County Hosts RCRC Board of Directors Meeting and TourThis week, the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) Board Chair and Nevada County Supervisor Dan Miller hosted the June 2022 RCRC Board of Directors meeting in Nevada County. The two-day event included the RCRC Board of Directors meeting in historic downtown Grass Valley, and tours of the North Star Mining Museum and CAL FIRE Air Attack Base.
"It has been an absolute pleasure hosting my fellow rural county leaders from across the state of California in beautiful Nevada County," said Supervisor Miller. "This time together has facilitated important discussions among county leaders on crucial issues of wildfire and drought, which deeply affect all our rural communities. I also appreciate the assistance of the Nevada County Historical Society and CAL FIRE in helping to showcase the rich history of our County and the vital resources that help safeguard our region from catastrophic wildfires."
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Library Announces 2022 Summer Learning Kick-Off EventNevada County Library is pleased to announce the start of the 2022 Summer Learning program. Summer Learning is a countywide event that takes place from June 13th-August 13th. Community members can enjoy fun events and reading challenges across Nevada County throughout the duration of the program.
On Wednesday, June 22 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Madelyn Helling Library will host this year’s Summer Learning Kick-Off Party. The kick-off party will feature a special performance from musical act The Buffalo Gals, entertainment by storyteller Izzy Tooinsky, games, and reading log sign-ups.
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Free Document Scanning at Foley Library in June and JulyIn order to assist Nevada County residents in preparing for fire season, the Doris Foley Library in downtown Nevada City will offer free document scanning events on four upcoming Saturdays. Library staff and volunteers will be on hand to assist from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on June 18, June 25, July 9, and July 23. Participants will receive free flash drives to store scans of their important documents and a packet of information including personalized evacuation route maps and evacuation zone information.
Participants should bring critical documents that they would want to have with them in case of an evacuation, including identification cards, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies, tax records, vehicle titles, Social Security cards, military records, real estate and property records, and up to ten photographs
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Sheriff’s Office 2022 Community Academy Applications Now OpenThe Nevada County Sheriff’s Office is looking for community members who live and/or work in Nevada County to join the second Annual Nevada County Sheriff’s Office Community Academy. The Community Academy is a program designed to give those with little to no law enforcement exposure or experience a chance to see what goes on “behind the scenes” at your Sheriff’s Office.
Participants will attend weekly classroom presentations regarding relevant law enforcement topics instructed by members of the Sheriff’s Office. In addition, participants will be given the chance to tour at least one sheriff’s operation. Participants will also be given the opportunity to apply what they have learned through a variety of exercises. By the time the Academy is complete; all participants will have gained new insight into the inner workings of the Sheriff’s Office and law enforcement in general. It should be noted this Academy is not intended to prepare participants for a career in law enforcement.
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Gravel Rides to Support a CauseDistrict 5 Supervisor Hardy Bullock, Chief Probation Officer Jeff Goldman, and CEO Project Administrator Ariel Lovett put in the miles on June 4 to support the nonprofit Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship and their Connected Communities initiative at the Lost Sierra Lost and Found Gravel Grinder race. With 30, 60, and 100-mile distances, the race benefits the nonprofit dedicated to restoring, maintaining, and enhancing recreation trails in Tahoe, Plumas, and Lassen National Forests.
Bullock and Goldman, both dedicated cyclists, completed the 100-mile race, while Lovett rode the 60-mile distance with her husband, Ben. "The ride was incredibly beautiful and super challenging," said Lovett. "I can see why it's called the Lost Sierra, and it felt great to be out there with all these other folks in support of such a great cause. I'm looking forward to the second annual Heart of Gold Gravel race and to having a strong Nevada County contingent out there!"
Although registration has not opened yet, mark your calendar for the Heart of Gold Gravel race in Nevada City on October 8. All proceeds support teen mental wellness in Nevada County. Last year's inaugural ride raised over $38,000 with over 200 registered riders.
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No Cost PPE Available for Small BusinessesNevada County is offering small businesses no-cost personal protective equipment (PPE). Surgical and N95 masks have been made available to California small businesses through the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) in collaboration with the Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA).
To request PPE, please complete an online form. After completing the request form, you may pick up the PPE from the location you selected. Small businesses may send a family member, volunteer, or employee as a proxy to pick up the protective equipment.
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As California’s Traditional Fire Season Starts, PG&E Turns on Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings Across All High Fire-Risk AreasPG&E's Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS) now protect about 3 million people, or more than 1 million customers, who live in high fire-risk areas within the company’s service area.
The safety settings turn off power within one-tenth of a second when a fault, such as a tree limb coming into contact with a powerline, is detected. Last year, on 170 circuits with safety settings enabled, there was an 80% reduction in CPUC-reportable ignitions in High Fire Threat Districts that could result in a wildfire, compared to the prior three-year average.
PG&E expects that the safety settings will remain enabled on 700 to 800 of those circuits between now and the end of the wildfire season. For customers on the other approximately 200 circuits, the technology will be enabled on days when there is a Red Flag Warning and disabled when weather conditions, such as heavy coastal fog, are favorable.Read More
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June 21st Board of Supervisors Special Meeting PreviewPursuant to Governor Gavin Newsom's Executive Order on the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the County of Nevada will hold its regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Supervisors from inside the Board Chambers. Face coverings are highly recommended for all individuals while indoors.
The final budget hearing for the Nevada County Board of Supervisors Special Meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Chambers at the Eric Rood Administrative Center. The meeting will start with a public hearing on the proposed Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023.
At 10:30 a.m., the Board of Supervisors will meet as the Board of Directors of the Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1 to hold a public hearing for the budget of Sanitation District Zones 1-12.
At 10:45 a.m., the Board of Supervisors will reconvene for a public hearing to establish fee schedules for the County’s Consolidated User Fee Schedule.
Following the June 21st final budget hearing, the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget will come back to the Board of Supervisors to review and adopt.
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Job Openings at Nevada County: Environmental Health Specialist I or IINevada 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.
Nevada County Environmental Health is looking for an organized individual to help ensure the safety of our community members as an Environmental Health Specialist I or II. The ideal candidate will be able to interpret, implement, and enforce local, state, and federal environmental health and hazardous materials laws, perform inspections and investigations and provide technical consultations and assistance.
Candidates should have the equivalency of 30 semester or 45 quarter units of college coursework from an accredited college or university involving chemistry, biology, physics, calculus, and algebra as approved by the State of California Department of Health and possession of a letter issued by the California Department of Health Services, verifying the incumbent's acceptability to participate in a training program. Incumbents must participate in an approved training program of field instruction, and pass the California examination for registration as an Environmental Health Specialist within three years of the date of employment. Completion of the required training within the mentioned time periods is a condition of continued employment.
A level II candidate must be registered by the State as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist as required by the California Health and Safety Code.
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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