Grass Valley public meetings in 2023

Nevada County Board of Supervisors December 14, 2023 Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a public hearing regarding a petition for a formal determination of mining rights at the 175.64-acre Idaho-Maryland Mine property. The item includes a proposed resolution finding that mining operations were abandoned as early as 1956 and that no party holds vested rights to mine the site.

• Public hearing for Idaho-Maryland Mine Vested Right Petition (SR 23-5011)
• Proposed resolution regarding mining rights at Brunswick and Centennial Industrial Sites

Nevada County Board of Supervisors December 13, 2023, Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a petition by Rise Grass Valley, Inc. concerning the Idaho-Maryland Mine. The discussion involves determining if there are existing vested mining rights for the 175.64-acre property.

• Public Hearing: Idaho-Maryland Mine Vested Right Petition (SR 23-5010)

Nevada County Board of Supervisors December 5, 2023 Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several routine items on the consent calendar. These include contract amendments for behavioral health services and psychiatry coverage, as well as new agreements for housing and job training programs.

• Contract amendment with Jackson & Coker Locum Tenens, LLC increasing psychiatry coverage to $250,000
• Lease agreement for 628 South Auburn St., Grass Valley, for the Homekey Interim Housing Complex
• Contract with Hospitality House for $67,000 for Sierra Guest Home expansion work
• Agreement with Ravenvolt, Inc. for $301,830.75 to procure transit switchboards and equipment
• Acceptance of $418,403 in funding for adult and senior care facility preservation

Nevada County Board of Supervisors November 7, 2023 Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review several consent calendar items including contract renewals and grant awards. Discussion includes public health funding, behavioral health services, and public works projects.

• Renewal of mental health and substance abuse services contract with Thomas Milam MD, Inc. up to $200,000
• Amendment to El Dorado County psychiatric hospitalization contract increasing price from $600,000 to $800,000
• Childhood Lead Prevention Program agreement renewal for up to $305,262
• Victim Witness Assistance Program grant award of $288,835
• Roadside vegetation management mapping and surveying contract up to $595,077.57

Nevada County Board of Supervisors October 24, 2023 Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review several contracts and resolutions, including a large agreement for substance use disorder treatment. The agenda also includes an appeal regarding a commercial cannabis operation in Grass Valley. Additionally, the meeting includes business for the Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1.

• $30,049,500 contract for Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System services
• Appeal for a commercial cannabis operation at Thoroughbred Loop in Grass Valley
• $171,000 contract with Habitat for Humanity for lower-income housing construction
• $237,000 contract amendment for vehicle equipment and installation services
• $39,972 purchase of a towable standby generator for the Sanitation District

Nevada County Board of Supervisors October 10, 2023, Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will review several service contracts and project amendments. The agenda includes funding for behavioral health outreach, hospital infection control, and an update to the Bear River Library project.

• $47,357 increase to the Bear River Library Tenant Improvement Project contract
• $60,000 contract with Community Beyond Violence for North San Juan area services
• $75,000 renewal contract with Placer County for Crisis Stabilization Unit services
• $105,716 agreement with Tahoe Forest Hospital District for infection control funds
• Environmental clearance for the CAL FIRE Winter Storm Hazardous Vegetation Clean-Up Project

Nevada County Board of Supervisors September 26, 2023, Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review several contract amendments and grant acceptances. Key items include accepting federal funds for correctional agencies and renewing mental health service agreements. The agenda also features community presentations regarding hunger action and library highlights.

• Acceptance of $2,000,000 in PATH Round 3 funds for Correctional Agencies
• Renewal of Telephone Triage Services contract with Placer County for $821,068
• Amendment to Mental Health Services Authority contract increasing price to $308,800
• Notice of completion for the 2023 Road Rehabilitation Project costing $1,354,328.60
• Agreement with Xylem Water Solutions for pumps in Lake Wildwood and Lake of the Pines

Nevada County Board of Supervisors September 12, 2023 Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several contracts, grants, and service agreements. The agenda includes a public hearing on transportation fee revisions and various administrative resolutions. The meeting also features community presentations.

• $3,333,194 construction contract for the Ranch House Project at 16782 CA-49
• Grant application for up to $10,000,000 for Grass Valley and Nevada City Veterans’ Halls
• $200,000 vegetation abatement and tree removal services contract
• Public hearing on Regional Transportation and Local Traffic Mitigation Fees
• $96,248 grant for alcohol policing partnership

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors adopted its consent calendar unanimously and approved a series of contracts and grants, including a $3,333,194 award to MK & Sons Construction for the Ranch House Project. The board also adopted the 2023 Revised ARPA Expenditure Plan and authorized a $10 M grant application for veterans‑hall improvements. Additional approvals covered health, safety, and environmental services.

• Adopted consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved $3,333,194 contract with Mark Tintle dba MK & Sons Construction for Ranch House Project (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $10,000,000 grant application for Grass Valley and Nevada City Veterans’ Halls (adopted)
• Approved $367,788 grant agreement for Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (adopted)
• Approved $53,573 contract for Child Abuse Prevention Council activities (adopted)
• Accepted $96,248 ABC Alcohol Policing Partnership Grant (adopted)
• Approved $200,000 vegetation abatement and tree removal services contract (adopted)
• Adopted 2023 Revised ARPA Expenditure Plan (4/5 affirmative vote required, adopted)

Nevada County Board of Supervisors August 22, 2023 Meeting

The Board of Supervisors is considering several routine items on the consent calendar. These include setting annual tax rates, approving grant management contracts, and renewing health and human services agreements.

• Setting Ad Valorem tax rates and levy rates for Fiscal Year 2023/24
• $816,360 contract with Sierra Business Council for cannabis control grant management
• $397,849.82 contract for the 2023 Storm Debris Removal Project
• $50,705 for an ADA wheelchair lift installation at the Grass Valley Veterans Building
• $911,840 award for Behavioral Health agencies

The Board of Supervisors adopted the Ad Valorem tax rate and levy rates for General Obligation Bonds for Fiscal Year 2023/24. The Board also approved various service contracts for behavioral health, emergency debris removal, and facility maintenance. Additionally, the Board appointed James Dill to the Fish and Wildlife Commission.

• Appointed James Dill as District V representative to the Fish and Wildlife Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Ad Valorem tax rate and levy rates for General Obligation Bonds for FY 2023/24
• Approved $397,849.82 contract with McKellar Tree Service and Logging, Inc. for 2023 Storm Debris Removal Project
• Approved $50,705 emergency purchase and installation of ADA Wheelchair lift at Grass Valley Veterans Building
• Approved $911,840 in PATH Round 3 funding for Behavioral Health agencies
• Approved $76,610.05 contract with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. for Electric Bus Charging Station Project
• Extended Local Emergency for February 2023 Winter Storms and terminated Local Emergency for January 2023 Winter Storms
• Approved lease agreement with USA Waste of California Inc. (Waste Management) for property at 12640 Loma Rica Drive

Nevada County Board of Supervisors August 8, 2023 Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar of routine items, including contracts for mental health, substance abuse, and child welfare services, as well as housing and energy grants. Key actions include amending the Permanent Local Housing Allocation program to $2.27 million and authorizing a $1.16 million energy efficiency grant application. The meeting also includes a public comment period and resolutions for tax-defaulted property sales and equipment donations.

• Amending the Permanent Local Housing Allocation program from $1.34M to $2.27M for housing projects (SR 23-3864)
• Authorizing a $1.16M grant application to the U.S. Department of Energy for energy efficiency (SR 23-4127)
• Accepting a donated 2011 Tucker Sno-Cat valued at $112,785 from PG&E for search and rescue (SR 23-3767)
• Approving a $806,000 contract with Aegis Treatment Centers for narcotic treatment program (SR 23-3667)
• Authorizing sale of tax-defaulted properties via online or sealed bid auction (SR 23-4147)

The Board of Supervisors adopted a series of resolutions to fund behavioral health services, public health programs, and housing initiatives. Key actions included approving several mental health service contracts and accepting state grants for public health and housing projects.

• Approved $806,000 contract with Aegis Treatment Centers for narcotic treatment
• Approved $179,523 renewal with Gateway Mountain Center for youth mental health
• Approved $72,000 contract with Environmental Alternatives for adolescent residential treatment
• Increased PLHA housing program funding from $1,337,254 to $2,266,091
• Authorized $1,000,000 application for Home Investment Partnerships Program funding
• Accepted donation of a 2011 Tucker Sno-Cat valued at $112,785 for search and rescue
• Approved $12,025 purchase of a satellite box for South Yuba River safety
• Authorized sale of tax defaulted properties via auction

Nevada County Board of Supervisors July 25, 2023 - MEETING CANCELLED

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at 9:00 AM has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided, and the agenda contains only the cancellation notice.

• Meeting cancelled

Nevada County Board of Supervisors July 11, 2023, Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will vote on a consent calendar of 36 routine items, primarily renewing contracts for behavioral health, substance use treatment, probation reentry, and social services for the 2023-24 fiscal year. Key contracts include a $3.4 million wraparound services agreement with Victor Community Support Services and a $3.2 million substance use treatment contract with Granite Wellness Centers.

• Renewal contract with Granite Wellness Centers for substance use treatment services, max $3,238,482
• Renewal contract with Victor Community Support Services for wraparound and therapeutic behavior services, max $3,424,660
• Contract with O'Connell Research for CARE Court planning and Stepping Up initiative support, max $100,000 (4/5 vote required)
• Contract with FREED for digital connectivity and technology assistance for older adults and adults with disabilities, max $320,669
• Resolution endorsing Sheriff's Search and Rescue grant application for a $60,000 Rapid Response Mobile Command vehicle

The Board of Supervisors adopted a series of resolutions to fund and renew contracts for mental health, substance abuse treatment, and social services. These agreements include partnerships with other counties and private providers to maintain regional care and support systems.

• Approved $3.4M contract with Victor Community Support Services for Wraparound and Therapeutic Behavior Services
• Approved $3.2M contract with Granite Wellness Centers for substance abuse treatment and prevention
• Approved $1.8M contract with Stanford Sierra Youth & Families for specialty mental health services
• Approved $1.5M contract with Common Goals, Inc. for outpatient rehabilitative treatment
• Approved $303,706 contract with Kings View Corporation for behavioral health software maintenance
• Approved $320,669 contract with FREED for digital connectivity assistance for older adults and disabled adults
• Approved $180,000 contract with Nevada County Superintendent of Schools for Independent Living Program services
• Approved $100,000 contract with O’Connell Research, Inc. for CARE Court implementation planning

Nevada County Board of Supervisors June 27, 2023 Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider approving the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Three-Year Program and Expenditure Plan for FY 2023/24-2025/26, along with a large consent calendar of routine contracts and agreements, mostly for behavioral health and social services. The board will also act on several grants and technology agreements. The meeting is open to the public, with options for remote viewing and comment.

• Resolution approving MHSA Three-Year Plan and Annual Progress Report
• Contract with Turning Point Community Programs for $5,996,518 for mental health services
• Contract with Sierra Mental Wellness Group for $3,637,079 for crisis services
• Contract with Auburn Counseling Services for $1,542,197 for phone triage and jail therapy
• Grant application for up to $1,999,975 for Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the Mental Health Services Act Three-Year Program and Expenditure Plan. Additionally, the Board approved 19 contracts for behavioral health, mental health, and housing services, as well as one public health data analyst contract.

• Adopted MHSA Three-Year Program and Expenditure Plan and Annual Progress Report (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,996,518 contract with Turning Point Community Programs, Inc. for ACT program and housing
• Approved $3,637,079 contract with Sierra Mental Wellness Group for crisis intervention and stabilization
• Approved $1,542,197 contract with Auburn Counseling Services, Inc. for phone triage and jail therapy
• Approved $1,246,016 contract with Nevada County Housing Development Corporation for specialized housing
• Approved $1,018,827 contract with Nevada County Superintendent of Schools for school behavioral health
• Approved $585,347 contract with Foothill House of Hospitality for homeless outreach
• Approved $107,721 contract with Nevada County Superintendent of Schools for a Health Data Analyst

Nevada County Board of Supervisors June 20, 2023, Special Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the proposed Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024, totaling approximately $369.8 million. The board will also consider budgets for the Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1 totaling $10.8 million and updates to the Consolidated User Fee Schedule for several county departments. This is a special meeting where public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Public hearing on proposed Final Budget for FY 2023/2024 totaling approximately $369,817,435
• Public hearing on Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1 budgets for Zones 1-12 totaling $10,841,510
• Proposed updates to Consolidated User Fee Schedule for Information and General Services (Airport and Facilities), Library, Public Guardian, and Treasurer-Tax Collector
• Motion of intent to adopt budgets on consent list and sanitation district budget
• Motion of intent to adopt fee schedules for Information and General Services, Library, Dept. of Social Services, and Treasurer-Tax Collector

The Board of Supervisors issued a motion of intent to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget, totaling approximately $369,817,435. The Board also approved a consolidated user fee schedule and a budget for the Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1.

• Passed motion of intent to adopt FY 2023/24 budget on consent list, excluding Airport, Facilities, Public Guardian, Treasurer-Tax Collector, and Library (unanimous)
• Passed motion of intent to adopt Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1 budget totaling $10,530,044 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 23-288 establishing a Consolidated User Fee Schedule for Information and General Services, Library, Public Guardian, and Treasurer-Tax Collector (unanimous)
• Passed motion of intent to adopt budgets for Information and General Services, Library, Dept. of Social Services, and Treasurer-Tax Collector (unanimous)

Nevada County Board of Supervisors June 13, 2023 Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar of routine items, including accepting the completed $3.4 million Odyssey House renovation, approving contracts for behavioral health, public health, social services, sheriff, and public works, and authorizing grant applications. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major policy debates or public hearings listed.

• Acceptance of Odyssey House Renovation Project completion with final costs of $3,427,022
• Contract with Sherilynn E. Cooke, M.D. as Public Health Officer, max $330,000 for FY 2023/24
• Amendment to Placer County contract for behavioral health telephone triage, increasing to $1,406,272
• Purchase of two Honda CRF300L motorcycles for $13,684.28 for off-road patrol
• Application for $550,000 Habitat Conservation Fund grant for Van Norden Meadow recreation improvements

The Board of Supervisors adopted a series of resolutions primarily focused on behavioral health services, public health funding, and housing projects. Key actions included approving the completion of the Odyssey House Renovation Project and renewing several inter-county service agreements.

• Approved completion of Odyssey House Renovation Project with final costs of $3,427,022
• Approved $1.4M contract amendment for behavioral health triage services with Placer County
• Approved $1.48M renewal contract with Sierra Nevada Children’s Services for CalWORKs child care
• Approved $330,000 renewal contract for Public Health Officer and Registrar
• Approved $13,684.28 purchase of two Honda CRF300L motorcycles for off-road patrolling
• Approved $3.225M maximum contract amendment for Sammie’s Friends to operate the animal shelter
• Approved $599,133 in funds from the California Department of Public Health for community health planning
• Approved $1.138M maximum agreement for converting transitional housing to permanent units at Empire Mine Courtyards

Nevada County Board of Supervisors May 23, 2023 Meeting

The Board will vote on a $1.4 million road rehabilitation contract and award $1,024,755 in housing trust funds for a 31-unit low-income senior apartment project in Penn Valley. The consent calendar includes renewal contracts for COVID-19 outreach, CalFresh services, and homeless assistance funding, plus a public hearing on amending assessments for CSA 22 6B Ranch Estates Zone 1.

• Award $1,024,755 to Pacific West Communities for Lone Oak Senior Apartments II, a 31-unit affordable housing project for low-income seniors in Penn Valley
• Approve $1,401,348.56 contract with Knife River Construction for the 2023 Road Rehabilitation Project (Dists. I, II, IV)
• Public hearing to consider amending assessments for County Service Area 22 6B Ranch Estates Zone 1 under Proposition 218
• Accept $752,135.22 in FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding for roadside vegetation management
• Approve $1,367,783 MOU designating Nevada County Continuum of Care as lead agency for Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Round 4 grant

The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including a major road rehabilitation project and funding for homeless housing assistance. They also authorized the purchase of electric bikes for Search and Rescue and approved various grant funds for transit and waste management.

• Approved $1,401,348.56 contract with Baldwin Contracting Company Inc. for 2023 Road Rehabilitation Project
• Approved $1,367,783 MOU with Nevada County Continuum of Care-531 for homeless housing assistance
• Approved $172,700 contract with Pro-Ex Construction Inc. for Truckee Library Improvement Project
• Approved $21,737 purchase of four all-terrain electric bikes for Sheriff's Search and Rescue
• Approved $752,135.22 FEMA grant for Roadside Vegetation Management Program Phase 1
• Approved $125,000 contract with Fire Safe Council of Nevada County for Winter Storm Green Waste Mitigation
• Approved $42,000 purchase of a Heliox 50kW Mobile DC Fast Charger for electric buses
• Established Restrictive Covenant Modification Program and associated Special Revenue Fund

Nevada County Board of Supervisors May 9, 2023 Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider amendments to the cannabis business tax ordinance, commit $1 million in matching funds for a Local Housing Trust Fund application, and approve a $171,503 increase to the jail medical services contract. The consent calendar includes multiple health and housing contracts. A closed session is scheduled for real property lease negotiations with the USDA Forest Service.

• Ordinance amending the Cannabis Business Tax (4/5 vote required)
• Commitment of $500,000 in ARPA funds and $500,000 in General Fund as matching funds for Local Housing Trust Fund application (4/5 vote required)
• Amendment to jail medical contract with California Forensic Medical Group, increasing total to $13,899,671
• Resolution opposing Assembly Bill 338 (Aguilar-Curry)
• Letter of Commitment for affordable housing project on County-owned property at 936 Old Tunnel Rd., Grass Valley

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the consent calendar, which included several contract amendments for behavioral health and public health services. The Board also approved funding applications for housing trust funds and a library facility in the Truckee region.

• Approved $500,000 in ARPA funds and General Fund matching for Local Housing Trust Fund application
• Approved $95,000 contract with AMI Housing for North Tahoe-Truckee homeless services
• Approved $1.9M grant application for a library facility in the Truckee region
• Approved $185,000 contract increase for McCourtney Road Solid Waste Transfer Station redesign
• Approved amendment increasing Auburn Counseling Services contract to $3,326,970 for Odyssey House
• Approved amendment increasing California Forensic Medical Group contract by $171,503
• Adopted ordinance amending the Cannabis Business Tax
• Approved $120,000 amendment for Buck Mountain-Oak-Adrianna broadband project

Nevada County Board of Supervisors April 25, 2023 Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will vote on a consent calendar including contracts for youth services, mental health, homeless shelters, and library programs, plus a proposed ordinance amending the cannabis business tax. The board will also consider extending local emergencies from the 2022/23 winter storms and a resolution designating the Rome Power House as a historical landmark.

• Ordinance amending Article 8 of Chapter 5 regarding the Cannabis Business Tax (4/5 vote required)
• Resolution extending the Local Emergency from 2022/23 winter storms for 60 days
• Resolution designating the Rome Power House (19700 Purdon Road, Nevada City) as Historical Landmark NEV 23-01
• Contract with AMI Housing dba North Tahoe-Truckee Homeless Services for temporary emergency shelter, $60,000 through June 2026
• Contract with GHC of Auburn, LLC dba Siena Skilled Nursing for mental health services, increase from $50,000 to $577,095

The Board adopted a consent calendar approving various service contracts, grant applications, and budget amendments. Key actions included extending local emergency declarations for winter storms and approving funding for homeless services and library programs.

• Approved $55,000 contract with Bright Futures for Youth for youth hub and summer camp
• Approved contract increase to $577,095 for Siena Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
• Approved $81,811 contract with Nevada-Sierra Connecting Point for Market Match Program
• Approved $60,000 contract with AMI Housing for temporary emergency cold weather shelter
• Approved $185,409.50 for Homeless Resource Council of the Sierras to support homeless youth
• Authorized $1,000,000 grant application for Penn Valley Parkway Beautification and Visitor Safety Project
• Extended local emergency declarations for 2022/23 and February 2023 winter storms by 60 days
• Proclaimed April 30, 2023, as Therapy Animal Day in Nevada County

Nevada County Board of Supervisors April 18, 2023 Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will vote on a consent calendar with routine items, including approving a grant application for a local cannabis retailer licensing program and purchasing a temporary construction easement for the Hirschdale Road Bridge Replacement Project. They will also consider ordinances on hazardous vegetation abatement and non-substantive code changes, plus several contracts and appointments. The meeting includes public comment, department presentations, and closed sessions on litigation and easement negotiations.

• Resolution to apply for up to $320,500.11 in Cannabis Local Jurisdiction Retail Access grant funding
• Purchase of temporary construction easement at 10793 Hirschdale Road for $100,000 for bridge project
• Contract amendment with Recover Medical Group P.C. increasing maximum from $35,000 to $62,000
• Ordinance amending Hazardous Vegetation Abatement regulations
• Contract amendment with Abbott & Kindermann, Inc. for Idaho-Maryland Mine legal services, increasing by $100,000 to $250,000

The Board of Supervisors approved a grant application for up to $320,500.11 to develop a cannabis retailer licensing program in unincorporated areas. Other actions included approving health service agreements, a construction easement for a bridge project, and hazardous vegetation abatement rules.

• Approved grant application for Cannabis Local Jurisdiction Retail Access funding up to $320,500.11 (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 purchase of temporary construction easement at 10793 Hirschdale Road
• Approved increasing Recover Medical Group P.C. contract from $35,000 to $62,000
• Approved $100,000 contract increase for Abbott & Kindermann, Inc. legal services (Idaho-Maryland Mine project)
• Adopted ordinance amending Hazardous Vegetation Abatement code
• Approved Military Equipment Use Policy per AB 481
• Appointed Christopher Ward to Nevada Cemetery District Board of Trustees
• Appointed Kathleen Shaffer to Adult and Family Services Commission

Nevada County Board of Supervisors March 28, 2023 Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar with routine contracts and amendments, plus several department head matters. Key items include accepting a $1.99 million state grant for behavioral health infrastructure, approving a $78,750 contract with Flock Group for law enforcement video search software, and authorizing a process to fill the Treasurer-Tax Collector vacancy. The board will also hold closed sessions on labor negotiations, real property negotiations, and litigation.

• Accept $1,999,975 from Advocates for Human Potential for Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program
• Approve $78,750 contract with Flock Group Inc. for law enforcement video search software
• Authorize process to select Treasurer-Tax Collector to fill vacancy from Tina Vernon's retirement
• Approve $56,902.56 purchase of Kohler KG100 Generator for Sanitation District No. 1
• Review 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports

The Board of Supervisors appointed Michelle Bodley to fill the Treasurer-Tax Collector vacancy effective April 29, 2023. The Board also approved a law enforcement video search contract and several health and housing grants. A first reading was held for a hazardous vegetation abatement ordinance.

• Appointed Michelle Bodley as Interim Treasurer-Tax Collector (unanimous)
• Approved $78,750 contract with Flock Group Inc. for law enforcement video search (4-1)
• Approved $350,000 grant application for climate resilience (unanimous)
• Approved $325,000 agreement with FREED for low-income housing repairs
• Approved $1,999,975 for Behavioral Health infrastructure acquisition
• Approved $56,902.56 purchase of a Kohler KG100 Generator for Wastewater Zone 4
• Accepted 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports (unanimous)
• Held first reading of Hazardous Vegetation Abatement ordinance (unanimous)

Nevada County Board of Supervisors March 14, 2023, Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the Greater Higgins Area Plan, which includes a Negative Declaration, General Plan text amendment, zoning map amendment, and zoning ordinance amendment. The board will also decide on several consent calendar items, including accepting grants and approving contracts for behavioral health, homeless shelter, and wildfire prevention projects.

• Public hearing on Greater Higgins Area Plan (GPA22-0002, RZN22-0002, ORD22-3)
• Accept $336,533 from DHCS for Enhanced Care Management Team
• Approve $3,914,536.64 grant application for Woodpecker Ravine Shaded Fuel Break Phase 2
• Approve $750,000 for snow, tree, and debris removal after Feb 24 storm
• Closed session on Tucks Restaurant vs. County of Nevada litigation

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Greater Higgins Area Plan, including a Negative Declaration and corresponding General Plan and zoning ordinance amendments. The Board also approved $750,000 for winter storm debris removal and extended the South County Area Municipal Advisory Council through 2024.

• Adopted Greater Higgins Area Plan and associated zoning/general plan amendments
• Approved up to $750,000 for February 2023 winter storm snow and debris removal
• Extended South County Area Municipal Advisory Council sunset date to December 31, 2024
• Approved $336,533 in Behavioral Health funds for Enhanced Care Management Team
• Increased Restpadd Inc psychiatric services contract from $235,000 to $855,500
• Approved $168,403 contract with Social Entrepreneurs, Inc. for Community Health Assessment
• Authorized $2,396,000 grant application for Jones Bar Forest Resilience Project
• Approved $3,914,536.64 grant application for Woodpecker Ravine Shaded Fuel Break

Nevada County Board of Supervisors March 7, 2023, Agenda - Special Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution proclaiming a local emergency due to the late February 2023 winter storms. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with the rest being procedural matters like call to order and adjournment.

• Resolution proclaiming a Local Emergency in Nevada County due to the late February 2023 winter storms (SR 23-0563)

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted Resolution 23-096 to ratify a local emergency proclamation. This action follows a series of winter snowstorms that caused power outages and hazardous road conditions. The decision allows the county to coordinate emergency response and recovery efforts.

• Adopted Resolution 23-096 proclaiming a Local Emergency due to late February 2023 winter storms (Unanimous)

Nevada County Board of Supervisors February 28, 2023, Meeting - Errata Agenda

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with consent items, two public hearings, and a closed session. Key actions include approving contracts, grants, and budget amendments, as well as considering the Truckee Fire Protection District's fee increase and certifying the environmental impact report for the county broadband program.

• Approve $324,074 purchase of mail sorter for Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters (SR 23-0262)
• Authorize RAISE grant application for $1.4 million for Rough and Ready Highway/Ridge Road/Adams Avenue Intersection Improvement Project (SR 23-0208)
• Public hearing on Truckee Fire Protection District's Capital Improvement Plan and Mitigation Fee update with 5.75% inflationary adjustment (SR 23-0100)
• Public hearing to certify Final Environmental Impact Report for Nevada County Broadband Program (SR 23-0181)
• Accept $755,895.55 grant for local equity cannabis program (SR 23-0250)

The Board of Supervisors certified the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Nevada County Broadband Program to streamline future infrastructure projects. The Board also updated fire impact fees for the Truckee Fire Protection District and terminated several local emergency declarations.

• Certified Programmatic Final Environmental Impact Report for Broadband Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Truckee Fire Protection District Capital Improvement Plan and updated mitigation fees (unanimous)
• Approved $324,074 purchase of a new mail sorter for Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters
• Terminated local emergency and local health emergency for COVID-19 (as amended)
• Terminated local emergencies for August 2021 River Fire and December 2021 winter storm
• Approved $77,126 contract amendment for LGBTQ+ youth and staff support (Spectrum Project)
• Authorized $1.4M RAISE grant application for Rough and Ready Highway/Ridge Road/Adams Avenue intersection
• Approved second Consolidated Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2022/23

Regular Nevada City Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will review a permit request for an outdoor dining and beer garden at 300 Spring Street. The agenda also includes a site plan for parking expansion at 555 Searls Avenue.

• Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan, and Variance request for Outdoor Dining/Beer Garden at 300 Spring Street
• Site Plan for parking expansion at 555 Searls Avenue
• 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• 2022 MWELO Report
• Approval of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Nevada County Board of Supervisors February 7, 2023, Meeting

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to approve $750,000 in ARPA funds for Turning Point Community Programs to buy a property at 16573 Auburn Road, Grass Valley, for respite services, with a 55-year deed restriction. The board will also consider a $20 million contract for the McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project and several routine consent items, including data sharing agreements, grant acceptances, and budget policies.

• Public hearing: $750,000 ARPA award for purchase of 16573 Auburn Road, Grass Valley (APN 025-232-025-000) for respite services
• Contract award to Bobo Construction, Inc. for McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project, $20,037,837 plus 10% contingency, total $22,041,621
• Interfund loan from General Fund to Western County Solid Waste Fund 4117 for cash flow shortages
• Amendment to KNN Public Finance contract for municipal advisory services, max $76,000
• Acceptance of $900,634.12 final HHAP Round 3 funding for homelessness programs

The Board of Supervisors approved a construction contract for the McCourtney Road Transfer Station and an associated interfund loan. They also authorized ARPA funding for a behavioral health respite center and adopted the 2023 Board Objectives and budget schedule.

• Approved $22,041,621 contract with Bobo Construction, Inc. for McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Approved interfund loan from General Fund to Western County Solid Waste Fund 4117 for transfer station project (unanimous)
• Approved $750,000 ARPA award for Turning Point Community Programs to purchase property at 16573 Auburn Road for respite services (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 Board Objectives and 2023 Mission, Vision, and Values Statements
• Approved 2023/2024 proposed Budget Schedule and Policies
• Approved $2,037,689 grant agreement with California Department of Public Health for emergency preparedness
• Approved $900,634.12 in HHAP Round 3 funding to address homelessness
• Accepted $904,100 in Caltrans funding for the 2023 Thermoplastic and MMA Safety Project

Nevada County Board of Supervisors January 27, 2023, Board Workshop (Day 3)

This is the third day of a three-day Board of Supervisors workshop. No formal action will be taken; the board will only give direction to staff on items to be agendized later. The main business is reviewing and finalizing the 2023 board objectives, including discussions on housing, homelessness, and board and staff funding.

• Housing Objective discussion
• Homelessness Objective discussion
• Good neighbor ordinance and HipCamp informational items
• Board of Supervisors and Staff Funding Discussion
• Review and Finalize 2023 Board Objectives

The Board finalized its 2023 objectives and designated funding for fire prevention. Staff were directed to research administrative remedies for neighborhood disturbances and review low-intensity camping options. The Board also reviewed current housing and homelessness data and proposed objectives for both issues.

• Designated $350,000 for fire prevention programs
• Approved 'A' Objectives for 2023: Fiscal Stability and Core Services, Emergency Preparedness, Economic Development, Recreation, Broadband, Housing, and Homelessness
• Approved 'B' Objective for 2023: Climate Resilience
• Directed staff to research options for a 'Good Neighbor' policy to address neighborhood disturbances
• Proposed 2023 Housing Objective: Coordinate with local jurisdictions, developers, and other partners to facilitate development of, and access to, affordable and workforce housing development
• Proposed 2023 Homelessness Objective: In partnership with the Continuum of Care, prevent homelessness, address the needs of people experiencing homelessness, and move towards sustainable and ongoing programs

Regular Nevada City Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will review several architectural and demolition items. The agenda includes window replacements, a commercial solar project, and wall or fencing work.

• 215 Prospect Street: Window Replacement
• 870 Gold Flat Road: Commercial Solar Project
• 300 Spring Street: North and west-side wall/fencing
• December 15, 2022 meeting minutes