Nevada County public meetings in 2021

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to discuss updates on its strategic plan, AB109 statistics, a pretrial update under SB129, and an Incompetent to Stand Trial grant with the Department of State Hospitals. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Approval of September 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• CCP Strategic Plan Update
• AB109 Stats
• SB129 Pretrial Update
• Incompetent to Stand Trial grant with Department of State Hospitals

The Community Corrections Partnership approved the September 16, 2021 meeting minutes. Updates were provided on the strategic plan (stakeholder interviews ongoing), AB109 population stats (about 70 subjects in community, in-custody stays increased), and SB129 pretrial funding decisions (court opted not to take 30% for monitoring). No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved September 16, 2021 CCP meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Noted SB129 pretrial funding decisions due by Dec. 17; court declined 30% for monitoring
• Identified 2 individuals for Incompetent to Stand Trial grant with state hospitals

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Municipal Advisory Council will meet to discuss a proposed zoning amendment restricting camping in scenic corridors and on county property, a backup power source for downtown Penn Valley, and a preliminary conversation about a use permit for development in the 100-year floodplain. The council will also receive updates from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek.

• Discussion of backup power source for downtown Penn Valley
• Proposed zoning code amendments restricting camping outside established campgrounds (PLN21-0292; ORD21-2)
• Use permit application for development on four parcels in the 100-year floodplain (preliminary conversation)
• Update from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek
• Approval of resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board regular meeting scheduled for December 15, 2021, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Regular meeting canceled

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is holding a regular meeting on December 12, 2021. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and officer reports, plus old business on the Chinese Cemetery, Hirschman's Pond plaque, Loma Rica development, and potential landmarks (Chinese Rail Workers, first winery, Pioneer Park). New business includes an MLK event. Public comment is allowed.

• Review of potential landmarks: Chinese Rail Workers, first winery, Pioneer Park
• Discussion of Chinese Cemetery
• Hirschman's Pond plaque update
• Loma Rica development update
• MLK event planning

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission approved a motion to accept the previous meeting's minutes and supported writing a letter of support for a grant application for an archaeological study of the Kentucky Ridge Mine. The commission also noted the Board of Supervisors' approval of the Chinese Cemetery landmark and discussed several other ongoing projects, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Supported letter of support for Kentucky Ridge Mine archaeological study grant

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee (EMCC) is holding a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes approving a resolution for remote teleconference meetings, approving prior minutes, and receiving an annual report for the Board of Supervisors. The committee will also discuss tactical active shooter response and receive a COVID-19 update.

• Approve resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings per the Brown Act
• Approval of September 8, 2021 minutes
• Annual Report to County of Board of Supervisors
• Discussion: Tactical Active Shooter
• COVID-19 Update

The Emergency Medical Care Committee approved a resolution to allow remote teleconference meetings under the Brown Act and approved the September 8, 2021 minutes with a correction. The annual report to the Board of Supervisors was delayed and rescheduled for December 14, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings per Brown Act (unanimous)
• Approved September 8, 2021 minutes with correction adding Dot Mitchell as attendee (unanimous)

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission is meeting to discuss agency reports and the Fine Fund balance. The body will consider a resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings from December 7, 2021, through January 6, 2022. The commission will also receive informational presentations regarding funding for the Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund for Fiscal Year 2022/2023.

• Resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings (Dec 7, 2021 – Jan 6, 2022)
• Informational presentations for Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund FY 2022/2023
• Fine Fund Balance report
• Reports from Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission approved a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings through January 6, 2022, and approved the October 5, 2021 meeting minutes. The commission heard informational funding requests from eight organizations for the Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund for FY 2022/2023, totaling $8,691.22, but took no action on them. No public comment was given.

• Approved resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings through Jan 6, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 5, 2021 meeting (3-0, Murphy abstained)

Citizens' Oversight Committee (COC)

The Citizens' Oversight Committee is meeting to review Measure A sales tax receipts and the County Librarian's report on staffing, programs, and facilities. The committee will also discuss vacancies, an annual letter to the Board of Supervisors on Measure A revenues and expenditures, and the status of the Truckee Library.

• Measure A Sales Tax Receipts Report
• County Librarian's report on staffing, new programs, and implementation timeline
• Annual Letter to the Board of Supervisors on Measure A revenues and expenditures
• Truckee Library Status
• COC vacancies

The committee reviewed the Measure A sales tax receipts report, noting July revenue up 7% and August up 14% compared to last year, with plans to place excess revenue into the fund balance for facilities projects. They discussed staffing updates, including interviews for a librarian position and posting for branch manager and library assistant roles, and extended library hours to 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The committee also noted progress on the Truckee library, including a $65,000 consultant contract for financing, and approved the prior meeting minutes with no changes.

• Approved prior meeting minutes with no changes
• Noted Measure A revenue increases for July and August
• Discussed staffing interviews and postings for library positions
• Extended library hours to 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Reviewed annual letter to Board of Supervisors on Measure A revenues and expenditures
• Noted $65,000 consultant contract for Truckee library financing

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Commission will review previous minutes and hear officer reports. The agenda includes several items of old business regarding various plaques and potential landmarks.

• Discussion of Chinese Cemetery
• Kentucky Ridge Mine dedication
• Review of various plaques including Hirschman's Pond, St. Paul Lutheran, Lewis, and Ward
• Potential landmarks: Mule Spring, Chinese Rail Workers, Rice's Crossing, First winery, Chinese miners, and New Deal possible landmarks
• New business regarding a Wheatland visit and 309 Mill St.

The Commission approved the language for a plaque honoring Chris Ward for his cemetery contributions. Chair Bernie Zimmerman reported that the Board of Supervisors approved the Chinese Cemetery application on November 16th. The Commission took no action on zoning code amendments, a Commercial St. renovation position, or a 309 Mill St. project.

• Approved the language for the Chris Ward memorial plaque.
• Noted the Board of Supervisors' approval of the Chinese Cemetery application on November 16th.
• Took no position on the Commercial St. renovation.
• Took no action on zoning code amendments related to camping.
• Took no further action on the 309 Mill St. project.
• Approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Municipal Advisory Council will meet in person to discuss a backup power source for downtown Penn Valley and receive an update on NID's E. George to Lake Wildwood backbone extension pipeline project. The agenda also includes routine consent items, public comment, and updates from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek.

• Discussion on backup power source for downtown Penn Valley with Bruce Stephenson of Penn Valley Fire Protection District
• Update on NID's E. George to Lake Wildwood Backbone Extension Pipeline Project by Rich Johansen
• Approval of resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Approval of meeting agenda and minutes for October 21, 2021
• Update from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to amend the General Plan Land Use Map and Zoning District Map. The proposal seeks to change the property at 10460 Harmony Ridge Road from Rural (RUR)-5 to Rural (RUR)-20 and update the zoning from Residential Agriculture (RA)-5 with Planned Development (PD) to General Agriculture (AG)-20.

• Public hearing for PLN21-0051, GPA21-0001, RZN21-0001, and EIS21-0002 regarding 10460 Harmony Ridge Road
• Proposed change of land use map from Rural (RUR)-5 to Rural (RUR)-20
• Proposed zoning district amendment from Residential Agriculture (RA)-5 with Planned Development (PD) to General Agriculture (AG)-20
• Acceptance of 2021-10-28 Planning Commission Hearing Minutes

The Nevada County Planning Commission voted 3-1 with one abstention to recommend that the Board of Supervisors approve a Negative Declaration, a General Plan amendment, and a zoning change for the 91.01-acre parcel at 10460 Harmony Ridge Road. The proposal would change the land use designation from Rural-5 to Rural-20 and the zoning from Residential Agriculture-5 with Planned Development to General Agriculture-20, reducing potential development from 18 to 4 units. The recommendation is not final; the Board of Supervisors will make the final decision.

• Recommended approval of Negative Declaration (EIS21-0002) for the project, carried 3-1 with one abstention.
• Recommended approval of General Plan amendment (GPA21-0001) changing land use from RUR-5 to RUR-20, carried 3-1 with one abstention.
• Recommended approval of zoning change (RZN21-0001) from RA-5 with PD to AG-20, carried 3-1 with one abstention.
• Approved the minutes of the October 28, 2021 meeting, with two new commissioners abstaining.

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission is meeting to hear agency reports, review the 2020 Nevada County Crop and Livestock Report, and set its 2022 meeting dates. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Presentation of the 2020 Nevada County Crop and Livestock Report
• Discussion of 2022 commission meeting dates
• Agency reports from Sheriff's Office, Nevada Irrigation District, Resource Conservation District, UCCE Farm Advisor, NRCS, Sierra Harvest, and Farm Service Agency

The commission approved the agenda and the July 21, 2021 minutes unanimously. They received the 2020 Crop and Livestock Report, which showed a 15% decrease in agricultural value to approximately $19.7 million. No formal action was taken on the report. The commission also discussed moving the May 18, 2022 meeting date, with further discussion planned for March 2022.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously (6-0).
• Approved the July 21, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously (6-0).
• Heard a presentation on the 2020 Crop and Livestock Report; no action taken.
• Discussed moving the May 18, 2022 meeting date; decision deferred to March 2022.

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board will hold hearings on 19 property tax assessment appeals filed by Tahoe Club Company LLC for properties in Truckee, California. The board will determine whether the assessor's values or the applicant's lower opinions of value should stand. The agenda also includes a consent item to adopt a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under the Brown Act.

• 19 assessment appeals by Tahoe Club Company LLC for properties at 13051 Fairway Drive and 11410 Henness Road, Truckee
• Appeals include APNs 019-370-041-000 through 019-940-001-000 and 043-010-002-000 through 043-010-008-000
• Applicant's values range from $5,100 to $1,305,600; assessor's values range from $10,200 to $3,481,003
• Consent item: Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act

The Assessment Appeals Board voted unanimously to continue 19 property tax appeals filed by Tahoe Club Company LLC to a special hearing on March 21, 2022, at 10 a.m. The continuance is conditional on the applicant signing a two-year waiver, providing source documents or testimony, and having witnesses appear in person with exhibits. The board also adopted a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under the Brown Act.

• Adopted resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings (unanimous)
• Continued 19 assessment appeals (items 2a-2s) to March 21, 2022, 10 a.m. (unanimous)
• Required two-year waiver, source documents, and in-person testimony for continued hearings

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is reviewing a request to divide a 0.73-acre lot into two smaller parcels. The body is also considering a resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings.

• PLN21-0241; TPM21-0005: Tentative Parcel Map to divide a 0.73-acre lot into parcels of 0.50 and 0.23 acres in Lake Wildwood Unit No. 6A
• Resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act

The Nevada County Zoning Administrator approved a tentative parcel map application to redivide a 0.73-acre lot at Lake Wildwood into two parcels of 0.50 and 0.23 acres, reversing a 2001 voluntary merger. The approval was granted as modified at the public hearing. The meeting also included a consent item adopting a resolution for remote teleconference meetings under the Brown Act.

• Approved tentative parcel map TPM21-0005 to split 0.73-acre lot into two parcels (0.50 and 0.23 acres)
• Adopted resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under the Ralph M. Brown Act

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will conduct business via remote teleconferencing due to COVID-19 protocols. The agenda includes reviewing previous minutes, discussing budget updates, and hearing reports regarding the Food Bank of Nevada County.

• Approval of October 12, 2021, meeting minutes
• AAA4 Advisory Council vacancy appointment
• CSBG/CIF budget, funding, and program update
• Food Bank of Nevada County CIF funds report
• Authorization of remote teleconferencing participation

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved the October 12 minutes and authorized continued remote teleconferencing under the Brown Act. They recommended Annie Mikal for appointment to the commission, which will go before the Board of Supervisors on January 11. The commission also discussed CSBG/CIF funding updates, including a delayed RFP and plans for future presentations.

• Approved October 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized remote teleconferencing for meetings (unanimous)
• Recommended Annie Mikal for appointment to the commission (unanimous)
• Scheduled Bright Futures for Youth and Gold Country Community Services presentations for February 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a General Plan and Zoning District Map Amendment for a property at 10460 Harmony Ridge Road. The proposal seeks to change the land use from Rural-5 to Rural-20 and update the zoning from Residential Agriculture-5 with Planned Development to General Agriculture-20.

• Public hearing for PLN21-0051, GPA21-0001, RZN21-0001, and EIS21-0002 regarding 10460 Harmony Ridge Road
• Resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings
• Acceptance of September 23, 2021, Planning Commission hearing minutes

The Nevada County Planning Commission cancelled the public hearing for the General Plan Land Use Map Amendment and Zoning District Map Amendment (PLN21-0051; GPA21-0001; RZN21-0001; EIS21-0002) due to a noticing error. The hearing was rescheduled to a special meeting on November 17, 2021, after Commissioner Greeno was unavailable on the initially proposed November 18 date. The commission also approved a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under the Brown Act (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Cancelled public hearing for PLN21-0051; GPA21-0001; RZN21-0001; EIS21-0002 due to noticing error
• Rescheduled hearing to special meeting on November 17, 2021
• Approved resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings (3-0)

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Municipal Advisory Council (PVMAC) is holding its regular meeting on October 21, 2021, via Zoom. The council will consider adopting a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under the Brown Act, following the Board of Supervisors' adoption of a similar resolution. The agenda also includes updates on economic activity in Nevada County, a report from District 4 Supervisor, and planning for future meetings.

• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings pursuant to the Brown Act
• Update on economic activity in Nevada County from Gil Mathew, Executive Director of the Nevada County Economic Resource Council
• Discussion of Military Appreciation Week and housing for veterans
• Update from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek
• Plan next meetings for November 18, 2021 and December 16, 2021

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board will consider stipulations for four properties owned by Bear River Funding, setting new assessed values lower than the Assessor's valuations. The board will also approve minutes, a waiver for a Boca Reservoir case, and a resolution allowing remote meetings under the Brown Act.

• Stipulated value $150,000 for 23170 Angelina Ave (APN 057-240-023-000) vs Assessor's $185,711
• Stipulated value $374,000 for 23185 Angelina Ave (APN 057-240-022-000) vs Assessor's $1,061,208
• Stipulated value $430,000 for 23446 Angelina Ave (APN 057-240-023-000) vs Assessor's $1,061,208
• Stipulated value $320,000 for 23044 Angelina Ave (APN 057-240-020-000) vs Assessor's $382,034
• Approve minutes and adopt resolution for remote meetings under Brown Act

The Assessment Appeals Board unanimously accepted stipulated values for four Bear River Funding properties on Angelina Avenue in Grass Valley, despite concerns about the Assessor's use of sale prices as evidence. The board also unanimously adopted a resolution allowing remote teleconference meetings under AB361 and the Brown Act.

• Accepted stipulated value of $150,000 for APN 057-240-021-000 (unanimous)
• Accepted stipulated value of $374,000 for APN 057-240-022-060 (unanimous)
• Accepted stipulated value of $430,000 for APN 057-240-023-000 (unanimous)
• Accepted stipulated value of $320,000 for APN 057-240-020-000 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings (unanimous)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting remotely to review September minutes, hear officer reports, and discuss a list of old business items including plaques, the Chinese cemetery, and potential new landmarks. New business includes 'Friends of' groups and New Deal landmarks. The agenda is largely a routine working session with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review and approval of September minutes
• Old business includes Chinese cemetery, Taylor Home, AME churches, and multiple plaque items (Kentucky Ridge Mine, Hirschman's Pond, St. Paul Lutheran, Lewis)
• Potential landmarks: Mule Spring, Chinese Rail Workers, Rice's Crossing, First winery, Chinese miners
• New business: 'Friends of' and New Deal Landmarks
• Next meeting set for Nov. 19, 2021

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission approved a motion to form an ad hoc committee to create a 503c entity, with Chuck Scimeca, Bruce Boyd, and Mike Kochis serving. The committee will address the funds and intellectual property of 'Exploring Nevada County'. The commission also approved a plaque for Chris Ward, with Bruce Boyd covering the cost.

• Approved motion to form ad hoc committee for 503c creation (motion by Scimeca, second by Boyd)
• Approved plaque for Chris Ward for cemetery work (motion by Scimeca, second by Czerwinski)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion by Locke, second by Martini)

Solid & Hazardous Waste Commission

The Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under the Brown Act and to approve minutes from its April 2021 meeting. The agenda also includes informational updates on waste numbers, operations, the McCourtney Road Transfer Station redesign, and an organics subcommittee update.

• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings (Action Item)
• Approval of April 8, 2021 meeting minutes (Action Item)
• Nevada County Solid Waste Numbers update (pages 8-20)
• McCourtney Road Transfer Station Redesign Project update
• Household Hazardous Waste Grant Program Award (HD37) and Tire Amnesty (Oct 25-29)

The Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission unanimously approved a resolution to continue remote teleconference meetings pursuant to the Brown Act. The commission also approved the meeting minutes and the 2022 meeting schedule (April 14 and October 13). The meeting included informational presentations on forest biomass utilization, county solid waste numbers, and Waste Management operations.

• Approved resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from October 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule for April 14 and October 13 (unanimous)

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Nevada County Adult & Family Services Commission is holding a regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, making an advisory council appointment, and discussing commission applications. They will also vote on authorizing remote teleconferencing under the Brown Act due to COVID-19, and take action on the 2022 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) request for proposals. The meeting is held remotely due to the pandemic.

• Approve September 14, 2021 minutes
• AAA4 Advisory Council appointment (one vacancy)
• Authorization of remote teleconferencing per Brown Act
• 2022 CSBG RFP action item
• CSBG/CIF budget and funding update

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved the September minutes with a correction and voted unanimously to continue virtual meetings under the Brown Act. No other formal actions were taken; discussions covered funding updates, recruitment, and future agenda items.

• Approved September 14, 2021 minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Approved remote teleconferencing resolution (unanimous)

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet virtually to discuss the gross dollar amount available for grants in Fiscal Year 2021/2022. The body will also consider a resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings through November 5, 2021.

• Resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings from October 5, 2021, to November 5, 2021
• Discussion of gross dollar amount for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 grants
• Spenceville Wildlife Area update from Mark Carroll, CA Dept. Fish and Wildlife
• Discussion of support services to the Commission
• Informational report on Fine Fund Balance

The Fish and Wildlife Commission approved a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings for October 5 through November 5, 2021, under the Ralph M. Brown Act. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 3, 2021 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; discussions on Spenceville Wildlife Area restrictions and grant funding were informational only.

• Approved minutes of August 3, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings for Oct 5–Nov 5, 2021 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Nevada County Planning Commission is scheduled to vote on reissuing a Use Permit and Master Plan for the North Star House property. The project involves restoring the historic house and transitioning the 14.16-acre site into a cultural event center over two phases. The commission will also accept minutes from previous meetings and discuss upcoming schedules.

• Refile of Use Permit/Master Plan (AAP21-0001/CUP21-0004) for North Star House
• Proposal to hold the permit intact for seven years until 2028
• Restoration of historic house and transition to a cultural event center
• Acceptance of June 24, 2021, and August 12, 2021, meeting minutes

The Nevada County Planning Commission approved a refiled Use Permit/Master Plan for the North Star House, allowing an additional 7 years (until 2028) to complete improvements and transition the property into a cultural event center. The approval included a modified condition requiring the applicant to obtain a Public Works encroachment permit by March 1, 2022, instead of the originally proposed December 1, 2021. The Commission also found the prior environmental document adequate under CEQA. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved refiled Use Permit/Master Plan for North Star House (PLN21-0175; AAP21-0001/CUP21-0004) with 7-year extension (5-0)
• Approved finding that prior environmental document (EIS14-001) is adequate under CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 (5-0)
• Modified condition to require encroachment permit by March 1, 2022, instead of December 1, 2021 (5-0)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting remotely due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The agenda includes routine items like approving August minutes and officer reports, plus old business on several historical sites and potential new landmarks. New business covers the Truckee Charcoal Kilns and Sargent Posters.

• Old business: Chinese cemetery, Taylor Home, AME churches, Kentucky Ridge Mine, Hirschman's Pond, St. Paul Lutheran plaque
• Potential landmarks: Chinese rail workers, Mule Spring, Rice's Crossing, first winery, Chinese miners, Schwartz Home
• New business: Truckee Charcoal Kilns, Sargent Posters
• Loma Rica development listed under old business
• Next meeting set for Oct. 15, 2021

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission approved the landmark application for the Chinese Cemetery, moving it forward for consideration. It also unanimously approved funding for a plaque for the McGlashan Butterfly Collection and authorized sending a response letter to Supervisor Heidi Hall regarding a complaint about the Hirschman's Pond landmark designation. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were status updates.

• Approved Chinese Cemetery landmark application (unanimous)
• Approved payment for McGlashan Butterfly Collection plaque (unanimous)
• Approved sending response letter to Supervisor Heidi Hall regarding Hirschman's Pond complaint (unanimous)

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to discuss its strategic plan with justice system partners and CSAC, receive updates from the District Attorney, Sheriff, and Public Defender, and review the budget, AB109 statistics, and SB129 pretrial updates. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approval of June 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• CCP Strategic Plan with Justice System Partners and CSAC
• Budget update
• AB109 statistics
• SB129 pretrial update

The Community Corrections Partnership approved the June 17, 2021 meeting minutes. The board discussed the CCP Strategic Plan timeline with Justice System Partners and CSAC, and received updates on SB129 pretrial implementation, including a potential $200K in funding. The FY21/22 budget remains status quo, with revenue estimates increased to $3,016,936. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved the June 17, 2021 CCP meeting minutes.
• Discussed the CCP Strategic Plan timeline with Justice System Partners and CSAC; scheduling polls to be sent.
• Noted FY21/22 budget requests remain status quo; revenue estimate increased to $3,016,936.
• Heard update on SB129 pretrial implementation, including potential $200K in funding.
• Heard that Sierra County offered to share funds if Nevada County continues assessments for them.
• Heard AB109 stats update; highest criminogenic needs remain substance abuse, antisocial peers, and cognition.

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council is holding its regular virtual meeting. The council will hear an update on economic activity in western Nevada County from the Economic Resource Council, receive reports from its broadband and marketing subcommittees, and welcome two new members. The agenda is largely informational with no major decisions listed.

• Welcome new members Tom Hartnett and Julia Stidham
• Update on economic activity in western Nevada County by Gil Mathew, Executive Director, Nevada County Economic Resource Council
• Broadband Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Approval of August 19, 2021 meeting minutes

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The September 15, 2021 meeting of the Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission has been postponed due to a lack of time-sensitive agenda items. The Commission will reconvene at its next regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Meeting postponed due to lack of time-sensitive agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2021

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board will consider accepting stipulated property values for three parcels at Pine Creek Shopping Center in Grass Valley, as agreed between the Assessor and the applicant. The board will also vote on a waiver to extend a hearing for a Truckee Meadows Water Authority assessment appeal and approve prior meeting minutes. The meeting is largely routine, with no public hearings on contested assessments.

• Stipulated value of $700,000 for APN 029-290-020-000 (Pine Creek Shopping Center)
• Stipulated value of $35,000,000 for APN 029-290-033-000 (Pine Creek Shopping Center)
• Stipulated value of $2,300,000 for APN 029-290-018-000 (Pine Creek Shopping Center)
• Request to approve two-year waiver to extend hearing for APN 048-070-007-000 (Boca Reservoir)
• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2021 and August 18, 2021 meetings

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board approved three stipulated property values for Pine Creek Shopping Center parcels, resolving appeals by Pine Creek Owner, LLC. The board also unanimously approved the July 19 and August 18, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved stipulated value of $700,000 for APN 029-290-620-000 (unanimous)
• Approved stipulated value of $35,000,000 for APN 029-290-033-000 (unanimous)
• Approved stipulated value of $2,300,000 for APN 029-290-018-000 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for July 19 and August 18, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Nevada County Adult & Family Services Commission is holding its regular meeting remotely due to COVID-19. The agenda includes routine business such as approving minutes and making appointments, as well as updates on the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) budget and the 2022 Request for Proposals. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Approve July 13, 2021 minutes
• Appoint two members to the AAA4 Advisory Council
• Review CSBG/CIF budget and funding update
• Discuss 2022 CSBG Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Consider commission applications and resignations

The Adult and Family Services Commission approved the July 13, 2021 minutes and recommended Nicole McNeely for appointment to the commission, with a motion to add her as a Low-Income Member replacing Joel Radtke. The recommendation will be submitted to the Clerk of the Board for approval. The commission also acknowledged Joel Radtke's resignation, which was approved by the Board of Supervisors on August 10, 2021.

• Approved the July 13, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Recommended Nicole McNeely for appointment to the Adult and Family Services Commission.
• Noted Joel Radtke's resignation, approved by the Board of Supervisors on August 10, 2021.
• Discussed upcoming CSBG RFP for 2022/2023, with proposals due October 26 and selection at November 9 meeting.
• Heard that CDBG Service Contracts were approved for Interfaith Food Ministries and Gold Country Senior Services.
• Noted that the Community Action Plan (CAP) was approved by the Board of Supervisors in June 2021.
• Discussed potential interest from Annie Mikal-Heine for the Agency on Aging Area 4 Advisory Council.
• Acknowledged that Vice Chair and Correspondence Secretary positions are vacant, with elections needed.

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee is holding a regular meeting to advise the Board of Supervisors on ambulance services and emergency medical care. Agenda items include approving prior minutes, an annual report, displaced populations, tactical active shooter response, and a COVID-19 update.

• Approval of June 23, 2021 minutes
• Annual report to the Board of Supervisors
• Discussion of displaced populations
• Tactical active shooter response discussion
• COVID-19 update

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee approved the June 23, 2021 minutes without corrections. The committee decided to remove the 'Displaced Populations' agenda item from future agendas and to keep the 'Tactical Active Shooter' training item on future agendas, noting grant funding exists but training is delayed due to COVID. The annual report to the Board of Supervisors was submitted but its presentation was rescheduled because the chair was on a fire assignment. No other old or new business was discussed.

• Approved the June 23, 2021 meeting minutes as presented, with no corrections.
• Removed the 'Displaced Populations' agenda item from future agendas.
• Kept the 'Tactical Active Shooter' training item on future agendas, with training delayed due to COVID.
• Submitted the Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors; the presentation was rescheduled because the chair was unavailable.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider a conditional use permit for a new residence in Grass Valley. The meeting also includes a request for five certificates of compliance for several lots near Nevada City.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP21-0001) for a 2,560 square foot residence at 12815 State Highway 174, Grass Valley
• Conditional Certificate of Compliance (COC21-0002) for five parcels including 15829 Grizzly Hill Road, Nevada City

The Zoning Administrator approved a conditional use permit for a 2,560 sq ft residence on a 0.98-acre parcel in a commercial zone with an existing day care business at 12815 State Highway 174, Grass Valley. A conditional certificate of compliance for five parcels on Grizzly Hill Road was also approved as modified by a memo dated 08-25-2021. Both projects were found exempt from CEQA.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP21-0001 for residence at 12815 State Highway 174
• Approved Conditional Certificate of Compliance COC21-0002 for five parcels on Grizzly Hill Road, as modified

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission meets remotely to review July minutes, hear officer reports, and discuss a long list of old business items including potential landmark designations and plaque dedications. One new business item, the Schwartz home in Washington, is on the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural with no dollar amounts or decisions specified in the agenda text.

• Potential landmarks: Chinese rail workers, Mule Spring, Rice's Crossing, first winery, Chinese miners, Stewart House
• Old business: Taylor Home, Sargent ceremony, AME churches, Kentucky Ridge Mine, Hirschman's Pond, North San Juan Cemetery, St. Paul Lutheran plaque, Jewish headstones, Lewis plaque dedication
• New business: Schwartz home in Washington
• Loma Rica development discussion
• Next meeting set for Sept. 17, 2021

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission approved funding for a bronze plaque for the McGlashan Butterfly Collection, with a unanimous vote. The commission also discussed various landmark projects, including the postponed Sargent ceremony and the installation of the Kentucky Ridge mine site plaque, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved funding for a bronze plaque for the McGlashan Butterfly Collection (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (vote)

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (PVMAC) will hold its regular virtual meeting on August 19, 2021. The council will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, and receive updates from its Broadband and Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittees. The agenda also includes routine consent items, public comment, and an update from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Broadband Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Update from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek
• Approval of meeting agenda and July 15, 2021 minutes

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board will consider stipulated property values for three appeals and approve two-year waivers to extend hearings due to COVID-19 scheduling difficulties. The board is deciding whether to accept agreed-upon values between applicants and the Assessor for properties in Boca Reservoir and Grass Valley.

• Truckee Meadows Water Authority, Boca Reservoir: stipulated value $0 for supplemental assessment #S-606 (assessor's value $763,761)
• Truckee Meadows Water Authority, Boca Reservoir: stipulated value $1,481,446 for regular assessment #19-019 (assessor's value $1,900,000)
• Roman Catholic Bishop of Sacramento, 11425 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley: stipulated value $1,480,000 for assessment #19-023 (assessor's value $2,000,000)
• Two-year waiver to extend hearing for Truckee Meadows Water Authority supplemental assessment #S-606
• Two-year waiver to extend hearing for Hershon/Weitz Family Trust, 24650 Oro Valley Road, Auburn (assessment #19-016)

The Assessment Appeals Board unanimously approved the consent calendar, accepting stipulated values for three property tax appeals and approving a two-year waiver to extend a hearing. The stipulations resolved disputes between applicants and the Assessor for properties in Boca Reservoir, Grass Valley, and Auburn. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved stipulated value of $0 for Truckee Meadows Water Authority supplemental assessment (unanimous)
• Approved stipulated value of $1,481,446 for Truckee Meadows Water Authority regular assessment (unanimous)
• Approved stipulated value of $1,480,000 for Roman Catholic Bishop of Sacramento assessment (unanimous)
• Approved two-year waiver to extend hearing for Hershon/Weitz Family Trust assessment (unanimous)

Citizens' Oversight Committee (COC)

The Citizens' Oversight Committee (COC) is holding a regular meeting to review and adopt prior meeting minutes, discuss committee vacancies, and receive reports on Measure A sales tax receipts and the County Librarian's report, including staffing, programs, and facilities. The agenda also includes an update on the Truckee Library status and public comment. This is a routine oversight meeting with no major decisions listed.

• Review and adoption of prior meeting minutes
• Discussion of COC vacancies
• Measure A Sales Tax Receipts Report
• County Librarian's Report on staffing, programs, and facilities
• Truckee Library Status update

The Citizens' Oversight Committee met to review Measure A sales tax receipts, which are running higher than expected and may bring in $1 million extra. The County Librarian reported on staffing changes, new programs, and facility updates, including expanded hours and a new Bear River library lease. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Reviewed Measure A sales tax receipts, noting potential $1 million extra revenue
• Noted new hires: Abby as Admin Services Assistant, Cheryl Shilling as part-time Library Assistant I
• Reported Kacy's resignation and plan to fill position at Grass Valley
• Announced expanded hours at three branches starting September 1
• Reported Board of Supervisors approved lease for Bear River library
• Selected two firms to negotiate for Truckee library construction

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding a zoning change for a 55.04-acre parcel. The proposal seeks to change the designation from Forest (FR-X) to Timberland Production Zone (TPZ-X).

• Rezoning of APN: 065-270-005 at 22765 Banner Quaker Hill Road
• Amendment to Zoning District Map #87 for timberland preservation
• Acceptance of June 24, 2021, Planning Commission Hearing Minutes

The Nevada County Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend that the Board of Supervisors rezone a 55.04-acre parcel (APN 065-270-005) at 22765 Banner Quaker Hill Road from Forest (FR-X) to Timberland Production Zone (TPZ-X), and also recommended a CEQA statutory exemption for the action. The commission also discussed updates on cannabis program administration, pending projects, and the South County Area Plan, but took no other formal actions.

• Recommended CEQA statutory exemption for timberland preserve zone adoption (4-0)
• Recommended zoning map amendment for APN 065-270-005 from FR-X to TPZ-X (4-0)

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Commission will review agency reports and the Fine Fund balance. Members will discuss the role of Commission members and the schedule for future meetings.

• Reports from Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District
• Informational review of Fine Fund Balance
• Discussion on the role of Commission members

The Fish & Wildlife Commission approved the minutes from the June 1, 2021 meeting. They also discussed the commission's role and bylaws, including the possibility of paying for support services through the propagation fund, and planned a future meeting in Truckee with potential guest speakers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 1, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Information and General Services

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is holding a public workshop to receive a staff report on the redistricting process and to gather public input on communities of interest and potential district boundaries for redrawing election districts. The workshop is required by Elections Code section 21607.1 and will be facilitated by consultants from National Demographics Corporation.

• Public workshop on redistricting process and criteria
• Public input on communities of interest and potential district boundaries
• Presentation by Douglas Yoakam (National Demographics Corporation) and Steve Monaghan (County redistricting Project Manager)
• Use of DistricR online public mapping tool
• Meeting held at Eric Rood Administrative Center, 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission meets to remember former member Terry Jochim, introduce new member Theo des Tombe, and approve prior meeting minutes. The main substantive item is an informational overview of the Placer-Nevada-Yuba Disaster Livestock Access Program by UCCE's Dan Macon. Agency reports from NID, RCD, UCCE, NRCS, Sierra Harvest, and FSA are also scheduled.

• Remembrance of former Commission Member Terry Jochim
• Introduction of new member Theo des Tombe (Forest & Related Industry)
• Overview of Placer-Nevada-Yuba Disaster Livestock Access Program (informational only)
• Approval of minutes from March 17 and May 19, 2021 meetings
• Agency reports from NID, RCD, UCCE, NRCS, Sierra Harvest, and FSA

The Agricultural Advisory Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 17 and May 19, 2021 meetings. The commission received informational reports from the Nevada Irrigation District, Resource Conservation District, UCCE, and other agencies, focusing on drought conditions, water curtailments, and agricultural programs. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Approved the minutes of the March 17, 2021 and May 19, 2021 meetings unanimously.

Assessment Appeals Board

This is the errata agenda for a regular meeting of the Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board. The agenda contains only procedural and administrative information, including meeting logistics, public comment rules, and COVID-19 accommodations; no specific appeals or substantive items are listed.

• Meeting held in Board Chambers, Eric Rood Administrative Center, 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, and remotely via Microsoft Teams
• Public comment limited to 15 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker
• Face coverings mandatory for non-vaccinated in-person attendees
• Agenda posted July 17, 2021, on County website and bulletin boards

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board will consider three requests from Safeway, Inc. to postpone property tax assessment hearings to January 2022, and will also organize its board for the 2021/22 fiscal year. The agenda is otherwise routine, with consent items and public comment.

• Safeway #18-008, Neal Street, Grass Valley: applicant value $261,096 vs assessor $522,190, postponement request
• Safeway #18-017, Donner Pass Road, Truckee: applicant value $877,410 vs assessor $1,754,820, postponement request
• Safeway #18-016, Combie Road, Grass Valley: applicant value $1,199,598 vs assessor $2,399,195, postponement request
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2021/22
• Approval of 2021/22 meeting calendar

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board approved a consent calendar granting stipulated postponements for three Safeway property assessment appeals (18-008, 18-017, 18-016) to January 19, 2022, with conditions that the applicant or agent appear in person and deliver evidence physically. The board also approved minutes from April 21, 2021. In new business, the board unanimously appointed Gerald Bushore as Chair and James Rees as Vice Chair for fiscal year 2021/22, and approved the 2021/22 meeting calendar with a preferred 10:00 a.m. start time.

• Approved stipulated postponement for Safeway appeal 18-008 (Neal Street, Grass Valley) to January 19, 2022, with in-person attendance and physical evidence conditions
• Approved stipulated postponement for Safeway appeal 18-017 (Donner Pass Road, Truckee) to January 19, 2022, with same conditions
• Approved stipulated postponement for Safeway appeal 18-016 (Combie Road, Grass Valley) to January 19, 2022, with same conditions
• Approved minutes from April 21, 2021, as part of consent calendar
• Appointed Gerald Bushore as Chair for 2021/22 fiscal year (unanimous, Bushore absent)
• Appointed James Rees as Vice Chair for 2021/22 fiscal year (unanimous, Bushore absent)
• Approved 2021/22 meeting calendar with 10:00 a.m. start time preference (unanimous, Bushore absent)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear officer reports, and discuss old business including the Taylor Home, organic documents revision, and several potential landmarks. New business includes a Sargent ceremony, Lewis plaque dedication, and Stuart House. The agenda is mostly routine administrative and discussion items, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review and approval of June minutes
• Old business: Taylor Home, AME churches, Kentucky Ridge Mine, Hirschman's Pond, North San Juan Cemetery, St. Paul Lutheran plaque
• Potential landmarks: Jewish headstones, Chinese rail workers, Mule Spring, Rice's Crossing, first winery, Chinese miners
• New business: Sargent ceremony, Lewis plaque dedication, Stuart House
• Public comment period limited to 15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission approved applications for landmark plaques at the Kentucky Ridge mine site, Hirschman's Pond, and the North San Juan Protestant Cemetery, with press releases and resolutions sent out. The commission also discussed the Taylor Home application, which is in the pipeline for the August 10th Board of Supervisors meeting, and planned a public ceremony for the Sargent plaque on August 26th. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were reports or ongoing discussions.

• Approved Kentucky Ridge mine site plaque application; press release and resolutions sent out.
• Approved Hirschman's Pond plaque application; plaque fabrication underway, estimated completion late August/early September.
• Approved North San Juan Protestant Cemetery plaque application; press release and resolutions to be sent out Friday.
• Created a three-member committee (Zimmerman, Locke, Trauntvein) to plan a public plaque unveiling ceremony for August 26th at 10 am.
• Approved minutes from the previous meeting by vote.
• Tabled discussion of Stewart House to the next meeting.
• Noted Taylor Home application is in the pipeline for the August 10th Board of Supervisors meeting.
• Discussed but did not decide on potential landmarks including Chinese rail workers, Mule Spring, Rice's Crossing, First Winery, and Chinese miners.

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council will hold a virtual meeting on July 15, 2021, to discuss local issues. The agenda includes presentations on the state of wells in Penn Valley and the process for incorporating the town, as well as updates from subcommittees and the District 4 Supervisor.

• Presentation on the state of wells in Penn Valley by Jerry Murphy of Peters Drilling
• Presentation on the incorporation process by SR Jones, LAFCo Executive Director
• Updates from Broadband and Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittees
• Update from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek
• Public comment period

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Adult & Family Services Commission will hold a regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, filling two vacancies on the AAA4 Advisory Council, and reviewing commissioner applications and resignations. They will also receive updates on the CSBG/CIF budget and funding, discuss 2020-2021 CSBG contracts, and consider the 2022 CSBG request for proposals. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19.

• Approve June 8, 2021 minutes
• Appointments to fill two AAA4 Advisory Council vacancies
• CSBG/CIF budget and funding update
• 2020-2021 CSBG contracts review
• 2022 CSBG RFP discussion

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved the June 8, 2021 minutes with a correction, and discussed the upcoming resignation of Vice Chair Joel Radtke, effective September. The commission also reviewed budget updates, including a CIF contract for the Food Bank going to the Board of Supervisors on July 27, and plans for a 2022 CSBG RFP to be released in September. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 8, 2021 minutes with a correction (item #6 repeated item #3)
• Noted Joel Radtke's resignation, effective September, with a letter to be submitted
• Discussed filling a vacancy on the AAA4 Advisory Council
• Reviewed CSBG/CIF budget status; CIF contract to BOS on July 27, 2021
• Planned to release 2022 CSBG RFP in September, with contracts awarded by December 2021

Planning Commission

The Nevada County Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with one public hearing to consider a combined application for a new fuel station at the Higgins Marketplace in Nevada City. The project includes a development permit for an 8-position fuel station and an amendment to reduce the approved grocery store size. The commission will also accept prior meeting minutes and discuss upcoming meetings.

• Development Permit (DVP20-1) for a fuel station with 4 pump islands and 8 fueling positions
• Two underground tanks: 15,000-gallon regular unleaded and 12,000-gallon split premium/diesel
• Amendment (AAP20-0005) to reduce Holiday Market Grocery Store from ~50,000 to ~30,000 sq ft
• Environmental determination: Addendum (EIS20-0003) to certified Higgins Marketplace EIR
• Acceptance of hearing minutes from 2021-02-25, 2021-03-25, and 2021-04-08

The Nevada County Planning Commission approved a combined application to build a fuel station with eight fueling positions next to the Holiday Market Grocery Store, and to amend the existing use permit to reflect the store's reduction from about 50,000 to 30,000 square feet. The commission also approved an addendum to the certified environmental impact report for the project. All three motions passed on 4-1 roll call votes, with Commissioner Coleman-Hunt voting no on each.

• Approved the Addendum to the Certified Final Higgins Marketplace EIR (EIS20-0003) 4-1, with Commissioner Coleman-Hunt dissenting.
• Approved Development Permit DVP20-1 for the fuel station with four pump islands and eight fueling positions, 4-1, with Commissioner Coleman-Hunt dissenting.
• Approved Amendment to Approved Permit AAP20-0005 to recognize the grocery store size reduction from 50,000 to 30,000 square feet, 4-1, with Commissioner Coleman-Hunt dissenting.
• Approved consent items accepting hearing minutes from February 25, March 25, and April 8, 2021, by a 5-0 voice vote.

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee (EMCC) will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes discussion items on the annual report to the Board of Supervisors, displaced populations, tactical active shooter response, and a COVID-19 update. The committee acts in an advisory capacity on ambulance services and emergency medical care.

• Discussion on Annual Report to County of Board of Supervisors
• Displaced Populations
• Tactical Active Shooter
• COVID-19 Update

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee approved the March 10, 2021 minutes without changes. Members discussed the annual report to the Board of Supervisors, with plans to schedule it for late July. COVID-19 updates noted 95,000 vaccine doses given in the county, with 61.8% partially or fully immunized. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved the March 10, 2021 meeting minutes as presented
• Scheduled the annual report to the Board of Supervisors for late July
• Noted the Whispering Pines Vaccine Clinic will end at the end of July
• Noted the Dokimos Clinic will end in a week
• Acknowledged Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital has 5 COVID cases in unimmunized people

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting to review May minutes, hear officer reports, and discuss old and new business. Old business includes elections, organic documents revision, a presentation to Supervisors, and several potential landmarks. New business covers the Taylor home, Loma Rica development, Summit tunnel, and 309 Mill St. The agenda is largely a list of discussion items with no decisions specified.

• Elections for commission officers
• Revision of organic documents
• Presentation to County Supervisors
• Potential landmarks: Chinese rail workers, Rice's Crossing, Chinese miners
• New business: Taylor home, Loma Rica development, Summit tunnel, 309 Mill St.

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission approved the application to landmark the Ben Taylor home and transmit it to the Board of Supervisors with a recommendation for designation. The commission also voted to keep all officers in their current positions by acclamation. Several other items were discussed, including plaque relocations and pending applications, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved the application to landmark the Ben Taylor home, transmitted to the BOS with a recommendation for designation.
• Approved keeping all officers in their current positions by acclamation.
• Approved the minutes from the previous meeting.
• Discussed but did not vote on the Kentucky Ridge mine site plaque wording, keeping it as written.
• Discussed but did not vote on marking Mule Spring as a historical landmark without a plaque.
• Discussed but did not vote on placing a plaque at the Summit tunnel vista overlook.
• Discussed but did not vote on the Hirschman's Pond plaque, with funding by the Cement Hill Neighborhood Association.
• Discussed but did not vote on the St. Paul's Lutheran Church plaque, with dedication planned for July 25th.

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of prior minutes, a budget overview, and a strategic plan review. They will also hear updates from the District Attorney and Sheriff on COVID protocols and correctional division projects, and consider a Public Defender grant opportunity.

• Approval of March 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• District Attorney Cliff Newell report
• Sheriff update on COVID protocols and Correctional Division projects
• Budget overview
• Public Defender grant opportunity

The Community Corrections Partnership approved the March 4, 2021 meeting minutes. Chief Ertola reported that the county adopted the budget, with all AB 109 budgets approved, and the budget will go to the Board in late August or early September. The meeting included updates on COVID protocols, jail-based competency treatment, and a pre-trial program with a 300% increase in the last year.

• Approved the March 4, 2021 CCP meeting minutes.
• Noted county adoption of the budget, including all AB 109 budgets.
• Received updates on COVID protocols and vaccination stats (41 of 149 inmates vaccinated as of 6/15/21).
• Discussed jail-based competency treatment and medicated assistance program (10 inmates on MAT).
• Heard about the pre-trial program's 300% increase and success rate.
• Reviewed the strategic plan development process.

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council will hold a virtual meeting on June 17, 2021, featuring a presentation on improving broadband in Penn Valley by Michael Anderson of Northern Sierra Broadband. The council will also receive updates from its broadband and marketing subcommittees, discuss expiring member terms, and hear from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek. The agenda includes routine consent items and public comment.

• Presentation on 'How to Bring Better Broadband to Penn Valley' by Northern Sierra Broadband
• Broadband Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Discussion of PV MAC member terms ending in late June
• Update from District 4 Supervisor Sue Hoek

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is reviewing two public hearing items. These include a request to divide a 15.69-acre parcel in Penn Valley and a proposal for a 155-foot wireless telecommunication tower in Grass Valley.

• TPM20-0001: Proposal to divide a 15.69-acre parcel into three parcels at 11735 Wildwood Ranch Road, Penn Valley
• MGT20-0061 and MGT20-0064: Management Plans for disturbance near an ephemeral waterway and Landmark Oak Groves
• CUP20-0003: Application for a 155-foot tall Monopine telecommunication tower and equipment facility at 11645 Ridge Road, Grass Valley
• EIS20-0011: Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Wildwood Ranch Road project
• EIS21-0001: Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Ridge Road telecommunication facility

The Zoning Administrator approved a tentative parcel map to divide a 15.69-acre parcel into three parcels, along with two management plans, and approved a conditional use permit for a new 155-foot AT&T wireless tower. Both approvals were made as modified at the public hearing.

• Approved tentative parcel map TPM20-0001 to divide 15.69 acres into three parcels (as modified)
• Approved management plans MGT20-0061 and MGT20-0064 for waterway setback and oak grove disturbance (as modified)
• Approved mitigated negative declaration EIS20-0011 for the parcel map project
• Approved conditional use permit CUP20-0003 for AT&T wireless tower at 11645 Ridge Road, Grass Valley (as modified)
• Approved mitigated negative declaration EIS21-0001 for the wireless tower project

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Adult & Family Services Commission will hold a remote meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, making appointments to the AAA4 Advisory Council, and affirming re-appointments for commissioners with expiring terms. They will also receive reports on the CSBG/CIF budget and contracts, and a presentation on a data exchange project. The meeting is largely procedural with some action items.

• Approve May 11, 2021 minutes
• AAA4 Advisory Council appointments (two vacancies)
• Affirm re-appointments for commissioners with expiring terms
• CSBG/CIF budget/funding/program update and 2020-2021 CSBG contracts
• Data Exchange Project presentation by Meri Mohr

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved the May 11, 2021 minutes with a correction to Edy Cassell's name. Staff reported that the CSBG Discretionary Contract and the Standard CSBG Agreement were approved by the Board of Supervisors that day. The commission heard updates on the Odyssey House renovation, Cashin's Field groundbreaking, and a Data Exchange Project presentation. No new applications or reappointments were processed.

• Approved May 11, 2021 minutes with spelling correction (unanimous)
• Noted CSBG Discretionary Contract approved by Board of Supervisors
• Noted Standard CSBG Agreement approved by Board of Supervisors

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold a virtual meeting to review agency reports and fund balances. The agenda includes a presentation on fish stocking plans and population trends.

• Approval of April 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• Agency Reports from Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District
• Fine Fund Balance report
• Presentation by Mitch Lockhart on stocking plans, population trends, and research
• Discussion regarding Truckee River Access

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission approved the April 6, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0) and heard reports from state and local agencies. No formal decisions were made on substantive policy; the meeting was informational, covering drought conditions, fish stocking, and access issues.

• Approved April 6, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Heard report on drought conditions and reservoir levels from Nevada Irrigation District
• Heard report on fish stocking plans and hatchery evacuation from CDFW
• Discussed Truckee River access closure due to boulder barrier

Citizens' Oversight Committee (COC)

The Citizens' Oversight Committee is holding its regular meeting to review Measure A sales tax receipts and hear the County Librarian's report on staffing, programs, and facilities. The committee will also receive updates on the Truckee Library and community, and take public comment.

• Measure A Sales Tax Receipts Report
• County Librarian's report on staffing, new programs, and implementation timeline
• Truckee Library status update
• Truckee Community Report
• Public comment period

The Citizens' Oversight Committee reviewed the Measure A sales tax receipts, noting a $200k increase over the previous year, and received the County Librarian's report on staffing, programs, and facilities. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, covering topics like the elimination of overdue fines, new hires, and the Truckee library design completion.

• Reviewed Measure A sales tax receipts, noting $200k increase
• Acknowledged Madelyn Helling's passing and her bequest to the library
• Noted hiring of new Grass Valley manager and two Library Assistant positions
• Reported elimination of overdue fines
• Noted completion of Truckee library architectural design
• Reported RFP closing for JPA consultant research

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting to review and approve April minutes, hear officer reports, and discuss old business including revisions to organic documents, a presentation to Supervisors, and several ethnic community landmarks such as AME churches, Kentucky Ridge Mine, Chinese rail workers, Hirschman's Pond, Chinese miners, and North San Juan Cemetery. New business includes elections, Jewish headstones, and a Mule Springs trip. The agenda is largely routine with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of ethnic community landmarks: AME churches, Kentucky Ridge Mine, Chinese rail workers, Hirschman's Pond, Chinese miners, North San Juan Cemetery
• Discussion of future potential landmark: Rice's Crossing
• Truckee Veterans Memorial Building and St. Paul's Lutheran Church plaque
• New business: elections, Jewish headstones, Mule Springs trip
• Public comment period (15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission voted unanimously to forward the Hirschman's Pond and North San Juan Protestant Cemetery applications to the Board of Supervisors with recommendations for landmark designation. The commission also approved a $250 historical property title search for Jewish headstones and discussed delays on other applications pending review by Color Me Human.

• Forwarded Hirschman's Pond application to BOS with landmark recommendation (unanimous)
• Forwarded North San Juan Protestant Cemetery application to BOS with landmark recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved $250 historical property title search for Jewish headstones (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council will hold a virtual meeting on May 20, 2021. They will hear presentations on the Nevada Irrigation District's backbone extension project and the Nevada County Sanitation District #1 rate study, which includes proposed rate increases. The council will also receive updates from its broadband and marketing subcommittees and discuss returning to in-person meetings.

• NID backbone extension presentation and action request by Rich Johansen
• Nevada County Sanitation District #1 rate study presentation by Brad Torres
• Broadband and marketing subcommittee updates
• Discussion on future meeting format (return to in-person)
• Consent agenda: approval of May 20 agenda and April 15 minutes

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss illegal roadside produce vendors and consider recommending support for statewide efforts to mitigate the impact of the Ag Overtime bill (AB 1066) on sheep and goat herder wages. The meeting also includes agency reports, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Discussion on illegal roadside produce vendors and current enforcement efforts
• Potential recommendation to Board of Supervisors to support statewide efforts on herder wages related to AB 1066
• Introduction of new commission members Alyssa Mayo (Equine Industry) and Alex Szabo (Viticulture Industry)
• Agency reports from Nevada Irrigation District, Resource Conservation District, UCCE Farm Advisor, NRCS, and Sierra Harvest

The Agricultural Advisory Commission unanimously recommended that the Board of Supervisors pass a resolution urging Governor Newsom to adopt the federal weekly work hours standard for sheep and goat herders, addressing the impact of AB 1066. The commission also heard reports on drought conditions, illegal roadside produce vendors, and agency updates, but took no other formal action.

• Recommended BOS pass resolution on herder wages (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with item 5 removed (unanimous)

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will conduct regular business, including approving April 13 minutes and addressing commissioner re-appointments. The agenda also includes updates on CSBG/CIF budgets and contracts, as well as a review of Silk Consulting's CAP.

• Approval of April 13, 2021 minutes
• AAA4 Advisory Council appointments for two vacancies
• Affirmation of commissioner re-appointments for expiring terms
• CSBG/CIF budget, funding, and program updates
• Review and discussion of Silk Consulting CAP

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved the Community Action Plan (CAP) based on identified needs and funding priorities, recommended Eddy Cassell for appointment, and appointed Joel Radke as vice-chair. The commission also approved the April 13, 2021 minutes and noted Ana Acton's resignation.

• Approved April 13, 2021 minutes (motion by Lindy, second by Dena)
• Recommended Eddy Cassell for appointment to AFSC (motion by Ana, second by Joel)
• Appointed Joel Radke as vice-chair (motion by Dena, second by Lindy)
• Approved Community Action Plan (CAP) (motion by Lindy, second by Dena)

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board is meeting to consider several property assessment appeals. The board will vote on consent calendar items, including two-year waivers to extend hearings for appeals from Truckee Meadows Water Authority and Safeway, Inc., due to COVID-19 scheduling difficulties. The board will also hold hearings to determine the timeliness of multiple assessment appeal applications filed by San Juan Mining Corp. and to decide on an appeal from Longs Drugs Stores California LLC.

• Waiver to extend hearing for Truckee Meadows Water Authority appeal (APN 048-070-007-000, Boca Reservoir; applicant value $243,331 vs assessor $763,761)
• Waiver to extend hearing for Truckee Meadows Water Authority appeal (APN 017-540-001-000, Boca Reservoir; applicant value $1,136,239 vs assessor $1,900,000)
• Waiver to extend hearing for Truckee Meadows Water Authority appeal (APN 048-070-007-000, Donner Lake; applicant value $20,343,001 vs assessor $24,343,001)
• Waivers to extend hearings for three Safeway, Inc. appeals (Donner Pass Road, Truckee; Sutton Way, Grass Valley; Neal Street, Grass Valley)
• Hearings on timeliness of 20+ San Juan Mining Corp. appeal applications (Grizzly Hill Road, Tyler Foote Crossing Road, Jackass Flats Road, Old Mill Road, Nevada City)

The Assessment Appeals Board approved the consent calendar, including two-year hearing extensions for Truckee Meadows Water Authority and Safeway due to COVID-19. The Board then held hearings on 20 San Juan Mining Corp. applications and voted 2-1 to uphold the Clerk's determination that the applications were not timely filed. The Board also approved a withdrawal request from Longs Drugs and set future meetings to start at 10 a.m.

• Approved consent calendar including two-year hearing extensions for Truckee Meadows Water Authority and Safeway (unanimous)
• Upheld Clerk's determination that San Juan Mining Corp. applications were not timely filed (2-1)
• Approved Longs Drugs withdrawal request (unanimous)
• Set future Assessment Appeals Board meetings to start at 10 a.m. (unanimous)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting to review and approve March minutes, hear officer reports, and discuss old business including the budget, organic documents revision, a presentation to Supervisors, and several ethnic community landmark items. New business includes a site visit to Kentucky Ridge/North San Juan, a Grass Valley AME Church and School Site application, and a St. Paul's Lutheran Church plaque. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes total, with 3 minutes per speaker.

• Budget review
• Organic documents revision
• Ethnic community landmarks: AME churches, Kentucky Ridge Mine, Chinese rail workers, Hirschman's Pond, Chinese miners, North San Juan Cemetery
• Site visit to Kentucky Ridge/North San Juan
• Grass Valley AME Church and School Site application

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission unanimously recommended that the Board of Supervisors recognize the Grass Valley AME Church for historical designation, following the Grass Valley City Council's approval. The commission also discussed budget constraints, with the county increasing overhead charges, and reviewed progress on several landmark applications, including the Kentucky Ridge mine and Chinese rail workers plaque.

• Recommended AME church for historical designation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Decided to keep applications available to public but not attach to agenda (consensus)
• Scheduled standalone site visits to Kentucky Ridge mine and North San Juan Protestant Cemetery (date TBD)

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council will hold a virtual meeting to hear an informational presentation on new Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) guidelines from the Nevada County Planning Department. The council will also receive updates from its Broadband and Marketing subcommittees and from District IV Supervisor Sue Hoek. The meeting is largely informational, with routine consent agenda items for approval.

• Informational presentation on new ADU guidelines by Matt Kelley, Nevada County Planning Department
• Broadband Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• District IV Supervisor update by Sue Hoek
• Approval of meeting agenda and minutes

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Adult & Family Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with action items including approving minutes, appointing two AAA4 Advisory Council members, affirming reappointments for commissioners with expiring terms, and receiving updates on the CSBG/CIF budget and contracts. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment via Zoom or email.

• Approve March 9, 2021 minutes
• AAA4 Advisory Council appointments (two vacancies)
• Affirm re-appointments for commissioners with expiring terms
• CSBG/CIF budget/funding/program update
• 2020-2021 CSBG contracts and upcoming monitoring

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved the March 9, 2021 minutes, appointed Kelly Carpenter and a social worker to the AAA4 Advisory Council, and elected Paige Derdowski, Stephanie Fischer, and Barbara Larsen to the Commission. The appointments will be sent to the Board of Supervisors for certification. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved March 9, 2021 minutes (motion by Langdon, seconded by Dena)
• Appointed Kelly Carpenter and a social worker to AAA4 Advisory Council
• Elected Paige Derdowski, Stephanie Fischer, and Barbara Larsen to the Commission (motion by Ana, seconded by Langdon)

Solid & Hazardous Waste Commission

The Nevada County Solid & Hazardous Waste Commission is holding a regular virtual meeting. The commission will elect a chair and vice-chair, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive informational updates on the fiscal year 2021/22 solid waste budget, Waste Management operations, and several ongoing programs. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair of the Commission (action item)
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 8, 2021 (action item)
• Review of Fiscal Year 2021/22 Solid Waste Division Budgets (informational)
• McCourtney Road Transfer Station Redesign Project status update
• Nevada County/Fire Safe Council Free Green Waste 2021 Program update

The Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission elected Tom Jacobs as Chair and Sue Hoek as Vice-Chair. It approved the next meeting schedule for October 14, 2021, and approved the meeting minutes, with Tom Ivy abstaining. The commission also received informational presentations on Waste Management's customer service and transfer station changes, and on the Fiscal Year 2021/22 Solid Waste Division budgets.

• Elected Tom Jacobs as Chair and Sue Hoek as Vice-Chair.
• Approved the meeting minutes, with Tom Ivy abstaining.
• Approved the next meeting schedule for October 14, 2021.

Planning Commission

The Nevada County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, with the main action being a public hearing on an application to amend an approved map (AAM21-0003) to relocate 8,686 square feet of a building envelope on APN 022-241-043. The proposed relocation aims to provide a more suitable area for residential development. The commission will also consider consent items, including approval of the March 11, 2021 meeting minutes, and discuss upcoming meetings and announcements.

• Public hearing on PLN21-0024/AAM21-0003: relocate 8,686 sq ft building envelope from south-west to north-west side of MUSDA, APN 022-241-043
• Recommended environmental determination: Categorical Exemption 15305
• Recommended action: Approve the Amendment to the Approved Map (AAM21-0003)
• Consent item: Acceptance of 2021-03-11 Planning Commission Hearing Minutes

The Nevada County Planning Commission unanimously approved an amendment to an approved map (AAM21-0003) for APN 022-241-043, allowing the relocation of 8,686 square feet of the existing building envelope from the southwest side of the Minimum Useable Septic Disposal Area (MUSDA) to the northwest side. The project was found categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15305. The approval is subject to recording an amended map or certificate of correction for Lot 14.

• Approved AAM21-0003 map amendment to relocate 8,686 sq ft building envelope (5-0)
• Found project categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15305 (5-0)
• Accepted 2021-03-11 Planning Commission hearing minutes (consent item)

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet virtually to approve previous meeting minutes and receive reports from the Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Nevada Irrigation District. The body will also review several state regulatory notices regarding fishing gear and endangered species.

• Approval of December 1, 2020, and February 2, 2021, meeting minutes
• Fine Fund Balance informational report
• USDA Wildlife Services update from Larry Lane
• Truckee Rotary Club Fishing Derby discussion
• Review of emergency rules for recreational clam, sand crab, and shrimp gear

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission approved the minutes from its December 1, 2020, and February 2, 2021, meetings. The commission also received updates from state wildlife wardens, the Nevada Irrigation District, and USDA Wildlife Services, and recognized a former member's 31 years of service. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes of the December 1, 2020, and February 2, 2021, meetings (3-0, 1 abstention).
• Withdrew agenda item 8d (Truckee Rotary Club Fishing Derby).
• Took no action on four state regulatory notices, deeming them not pertinent to Nevada County.

Mental Health Services Act Community Meetings

This is a virtual community meeting for Nevada County's Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) stakeholders and residents. The agenda includes a Behavioral Health Director update, a review of Early Psychosis Programming, an update on the FY 21-22 Annual Plan, and a program review of the HOME Team. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion and input.

• Behavioral Health Director update
• Early Psychosis Programming review
• FY 21-22 Annual Plan update
• HOME Team Program Review

The meeting was informational, with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations covered MHSA funding basics, COVID impacts, an early psychosis grant application, the FY 2021-22 annual plan update, and HOME Team outcomes. The public comment period for the annual plan runs April 7 to May 6, 2021, with a public hearing on May 7, 2021.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.
• Presented MHSA funding overview: 1% tax on income over $1M, 80% CSS, 20% PEI, 51% of CSS for FSP, 51% of PEI for youth 25 and under.
• Reported COVID updates: 40,000+ vaccine doses administered, case rates rising, no guideline changes yet.
• Reported overdose deaths rose from 18 in 2019 to 36 in 2020, with fentanyl involved in 18 of 2020 deaths.
• Reported MHSA revenue: $4,482,997 in FY 2019/20, projected $6,181,507 in FY 2020/21.
• Announced early psychosis grant application submitted with UC Davis partnership; awaiting decision.
• Presented FY 2021-22 annual plan changes: shift Truckee case manager from Innovation to CSS, 1.5 slot increase at Gateway Mountain Center, 2% PEI contract increases.
• Presented HOME Team data: 322 individuals served, 43 housed, 4,327 services provided from July 2019 to June 2020.

Administrative Hearings

The Abatement Hearing Board will hear an appeal regarding a hazardous vegetation notice to abate. The appeal was filed by Joseph and Karen Marin for the property located at 14111 Kodama Road, Nevada City.

• Appeal of Hazardous Vegetation Notice to Abate: 14111 Kodama Road, Nevada City (Case No. HV21-0109)

Planning Commission

The Nevada County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a combined application to modify the approved Rincon del Rio Continuing Care Retirement Community, including revising the master plan, tentative map, and development agreement. The commission will also accept the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report. A consent item covers the annual review of the Harmony Ridge development agreement.

• Public hearing on Rincon del Rio CCRC modifications: 345 units, 48-acre envelope, 102 single-family parcels, 221 condominium parcels
• Petition for exceptions to road standards on Rodeo Flat Road and Rincon Way
• Management plans for steep slopes, landmark oak trees, and water resources
• 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report acceptance
• Annual Development Agreement review for Harmony Ridge

The Nevada County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the Board of Supervisors approve a series of modifications to the Rincon Del Rio Continuing Care Retirement Community, including a revised master plan, tentative map, use permit, management plan, petition for exceptions, and a second amendment to the development agreement. The changes would allow individual ownership of units, adjust road standards, and include a population cap of 415 residents. The Commission also accepted the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report, directing staff to submit it to state agencies.

• Recommended approval of the Addendum to the certified Final Rincon del Rio Environmental Impact Report (EIS19-0010) by a 5-0 roll call vote.
• Recommended approval of the Petition for Exceptions (PFX19-0003) to road standards by a 5-0 roll call vote.
• Recommended approval of the Management Plan (MGT20-0001) for encroachments into sensitive resources by a 5-0 roll call vote.
• Recommended approval of the Tentative Final Map (TFM19-0008) to subdivide the site into 102 single-family parcels, 221 condominium parcels, and 23 common area parcels by a 5-0 roll call vote.
• Recommended approval of the Use Permit (CUP19-0010) for the Comprehensive Master Plan by a 5-0 roll call vote.
• Recommended approval of the Second Amendment to the Development Agreement (MIS20-0001) by a 5-0 roll call vote.
• Accepted the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and directed staff to submit it to state agencies by a 5-0 roll call vote.
• Approved the annual Development Agreement review for Harmony Ridge (PLN21-0036; MIS21-0002) as a consent item by a 5-0 voice vote.

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and officer reports, as well as old business on budget, organic documents, and several landmark topics. New business includes a presentation discussion and site visits to Kentucky Ridge and North San Juan.

• Budget review
• Organic documents revision
• Presentation to Supervisors
• Alexander Homesite
• Site visit to Kentucky Ridge and North San Juan

The commission unanimously approved the Kentucky Ridge Mine Colony application and forwarded it to the Board of Supervisors for approval. They also approved sending a letter of support for the Truckee Veterans Memorial Building's National Register nomination. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were reports or discussions.

• Approved Kentucky Ridge Mine Colony application for consideration, forwarded to BOS (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Truckee Veterans Memorial Building National Register nomination (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (vote not specified)

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (PVMAC) is holding its regular virtual meeting on March 18, 2021. The main focus is on broadband expansion, with informational presentations from SmarterBroadband and the Nevada County Broadband Working Group. The council will also receive updates from its Broadband and Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittees and discuss member recruitment.

• Informational presentation by SmarterBroadband on broadband expansion possibilities and challenges in Penn Valley
• Informational presentation by Kristin York and Kari Sinoff of the Nevada County Broadband Working Group and Sierra Business Council
• Updates from the Broadband and Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittees
• Discussion on member recruitment for the PVMAC
• Approval of meeting agenda and February 18, 2021 minutes (consent agenda)

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board will hold a remote meeting to decide on several property assessment appeals. The consent calendar includes five stipulated agreements reducing assessed values for properties owned by Michael Taylor, while three contested appeals will go to full hearings, including a Dollar General store in Grass Valley. The board will also take public comment and handle routine administrative items.

• Stipulated value of $450,000 for property at Cedarsong Road, Nevada City (APN 004-420-066-000), down from $518,900
• Stipulated value of $295,000 for property at Cedarsong Road, Nevada City (APN 032-660-012-000), down from $310,000
• Stipulated value of $159,100 for property at Sun Shadow Circle, Nevada City (APN 004-420-010-000), down from $200,000
• Hearing on Dollar General appeal (APN 035-400-019-000) at Nevada City Highway, Grass Valley; assessed value $2,962,017, applicant's opinion $2,135,155
• Hearing on appeal for airport hangar at John Bouer Avenue, Grass Valley; assessor's value $64,839, applicant's opinion $53,500

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission will meet virtually to hear agency reports, consider recommending support for AB 1103 (Agricultural Pass Program) to the Board of Supervisors, and discuss updates to the Right to Farm Ordinance and its own bylaws. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Food Systems Assessment Report.

• Possible recommendation to BOS on AB 1103 Agricultural Pass Program (action)
• Update to Land Use Development Code Chapter XIV, Right to Farm Ordinance (action)
• Update to AAC Bylaws (action)
• Presentation: Food Systems Assessment Report by Nevada County Food Policy Council
• Agency reports from NID, RCD, UCCE, NRCS, Sierra Harvest

The Agricultural Advisory Commission voted unanimously to recommend the Board of Supervisors support AB 1103, which would create an agricultural pass program for farmers during disasters. They also unanimously recommended approval of the revised Right to Farm Ordinance and updated commission bylaws. The meeting included reports from NID on low precipitation and from Sierra Harvest on a food systems assessment.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the January 20, 2021, meeting minutes as written.
• Recommended the Board of Supervisors support AB 1103 (Agricultural Pass Program).
• Recommended the Board of Supervisors approve the revised Right to Farm Ordinance.
• Recommended the Board of Supervisors approve the revised commission bylaws.

Planning Commission

The Nevada County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending an ordinance (ORD21-1) to the Board of Supervisors that would amend zoning regulations regarding cannabis cultivation and administrative enforcement in all unincorporated zoning districts. The meeting is remote via Zoom due to COVID-19, with no consent items or other commission business on the agenda.

• Public hearing on ORD21-1: text amendments to Sections L-II 3.30 and L-II 5.23 of the Zoning Regulations regarding cannabis cultivation and administrative enforcement
• Recommended CEQA statutory exemption for the ordinance
• Discussion of upcoming Planning Commission meetings
• Next meeting scheduled for March 25, 2021

The Nevada County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the Board of Supervisors adopt Ordinance ORD21-1, which amends the County's zoning regulations regarding cannabis cultivation and administrative enforcement. The recommendation includes amendments read into the record by Deputy County Counsel to clarify that decisions to deny, suspend, or revoke a cannabis permit can be appealed to a hearing body. The Commission also voted 5-0 to recommend the project be found categorically exempt from CEQA. The item will now go to the Board of Supervisors for final action.

• Recommended the Board of Supervisors adopt Ordinance ORD21-1, amending Chapter II of Title 3 of the Nevada County Land Use and Development Code regarding cannabis cultivation and administrative enforcement, as amended at the public hearing.
• Recommended the Board of Supervisors find the project categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2), 15061(b)(3), 15308, and 15321.
• Approved amendments to the draft ordinance, read into the record by Counsel, clarifying that decisions to deny, suspend, or revoke an Administrative Cannabis Permit may be appealed to a Hearing Body.
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:53 p.m. to the next scheduled meeting on March 25, 2021.

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee (EMCC) will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes discussion on the annual report to the Board of Supervisors, displaced populations, tactical active shooter response, and a COVID-19 update. The committee will also consider approving the December 9, 2020 minutes and address old business on communication between first responders and acute care hospitals.

• Discussion on Annual Report to County of Board of Supervisors
• Displaced Populations
• Tactical Active Shooter
• COVID-19 Update
• Old Business: Communication between First Responders and Acute Care Hospitals

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee met via Zoom and approved the December 9, 2020 minutes without changes. The committee discussed the draft two-year annual report to the Board of Supervisors, noting missing data from BLS providers and fire agencies, and highlighted that 2020 saw 36 accidental overdose deaths (19 fentanyl-related) and nearly doubled Narcan use. No formal decisions were made on the report; members were asked to submit content. The committee also received a COVID-19 update, noting the county remained in the purple tier with about 10.1 cases per day and over 27,000 vaccines administered.

• Approved the December 9, 2020 meeting minutes as presented
• Discussed the draft two-year annual report to the Board of Supervisors; no formal action taken
• Noted that Tahoe Forest Hospital became a level 4 Trauma Center on November 14, 2020
• Reported 36 accidental overdose deaths in 2020, with 19 fentanyl-related
• Acknowledged that Active Shooter Training is on hold due to COVID
• Scheduled the next committee meeting for June 9, 2021

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is meeting to consider two map amendment applications. These include a request to remove a building setback and a request to refile an expired tentative parcel map.

• AAM20-0003: Proposal to remove a 200-foot building setback and natural vegetation protection area (Area A) for Parcel 2 of Book 18, Page 30
• AAM21-0001: Proposal to refile an expired Tentative Parcel Map (PM16-002) and associated Management Plans (MGT16-015; MGT17-0001)

The Nevada County Zoning Administrator approved two map amendments during the March 10, 2021 public hearing. The first removed a 200-foot building setback and vegetation protection area from a parcel map, and the second refiled an expired tentative parcel map with associated management plans. Both approvals were granted as recommended, with no consent items or other substantive decisions.

• Approved map amendment AAM20-0003 to remove 200-foot setback and vegetation protection area (PLN20-0223)
• Approved refiled map AAM21-0001 with associated management plans (PLN21-0004)

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Adult & Family Services Commission is meeting remotely to handle routine business, including approving minutes, making appointments, and reviewing reports. Key action items include approving CSBG/CIF proposals and contracts, and discussing remaining funds. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy changes or public hearings.

• Approve February 9, 2021 minutes
• Appoint two AAA4 Advisory Council members
• Affirm re-appointments for commissioners with expiring terms
• Review and approve CSBG/CIF proposal and remaining funds
• Review and approve CAN, discuss CAP with Silk Consulting

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved the Community Needs Assessment as a supporting document for the Community Action Plan, and approved a $15,000 proposal from the Nevada County Food Bank for a forklift. They also affirmed reappointments for three commissioners and approved using remaining CIF funds for COVID-related expenses.

• Approved February 9, 2021 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed Dena Malakian, Joel Radtke, and Lindy Beatie for another term (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 proposal from NC Foodbank for a forklift (unanimous)
• Approved motion to use remaining CIF funds for COVID-related expenses not funded by other sources (unanimous)
• Approved Community Needs Assessment as supporting document for Community Action Plan (unanimous)

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to approve the February 18, 2021 meeting minutes and to approve budgets for multiple agencies including Probation, Sheriff, District Attorney, Public Defender, GVPD, HHSA, and Behavioral Health. The meeting is open to the public and includes a public comment period.

• Approval of February 18, 2021 CCP meeting minutes
• Budget approvals for Probation, Sheriff, District Attorney, Public Defender, GVPD, HHSA, Behavioral Health
• Public comment period

The Community Corrections Partnership approved the FY 2021/2022 AB109 budget, including a $950,000 request for the Probation Department and $1,320,000 for the Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's allocation was less than anticipated for AB109 inmate-related costs, and the office explained its cost calculation methodology, noting COVID-19's impact on medical costs and inmate populations. The District Attorney, Public Defender, HHSA, and GVPD requests were also included, with no opposition or abstentions. The next meeting was moved from April 29 to June 15, 2021.

• Approved the February 18, 2021 CCP meeting minutes.
• Approved the FY 2021/2022 Probation Department budget request of $950,000.
• Approved the Sheriff's Office CCP budget allocation of $1,320,000 for FY 21/22.
• Approved the District Attorney's CCP request, maintaining status quo and filling a position.
• Approved the Public Defender's CCP request, with a standard of living increase.
• Approved the HHSA budget, including a jail-based therapist position funded for half a year.
• Approved GVPD's $20,000 request for drug court and other AB109 involvement.
• Moved the next CCP meeting from April 29 to June 15, 2021.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an application to expand the existing administration building and parking lot. The project includes building additions, drainage improvements, and landscaping.

• Use Permit Amendment (AAP20-0006) to expand Truckee Tahoe Airport District Administration Building
• Proposed 2,891 square foot addition to the existing 11,568 square foot building
• Annual Development Agreement review for Ananda (PLN20-0215; MIS20-0011)
• Nomination and vote for new Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Training: Role, Responsibilities and Duties of a Planning Commissioner

The Nevada County Planning Commission approved a use permit amendment for the Truckee Tahoe Airport District to expand its administration building and parking lot, along with a Mitigated Negative Declaration. The project will be built in three phases over seven years. The commission also selected its chair and vice chair, approved a consent item for Ananda's annual development agreement review, and accepted prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Mitigated Negative Declaration (EIS20-0008) for airport expansion (5-0)
• Approved Use Permit Amendment (AAP20-0006) for airport building and parking expansion (5-0)
• Elected Duncan as Chair and Coleman-Hunt as Vice Chair (voice vote)
• Approved annual development agreement review for Ananda (5-0)
• Accepted 2020-12-10 Planning Commission minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)

Citizens' Oversight Committee (COC)

The Citizens' Oversight Committee is holding its regular meeting to review Measure A sales tax receipts, hear the County Librarian's report on staffing and programs, and receive updates on the Truckee Library. The committee will also select a chairperson for 2021 and adopt prior meeting minutes.

• Measure A Sales Tax Receipts Report
• County Librarian's Report on staffing, programs, and facilities
• Truckee Library Status update
• Truckee Community Report
• Selection of Chairperson for 2021

The Citizens' Oversight Committee held a regular meeting, re-electing Michael Hill-Weld as chairperson for 2021 and approving prior meeting minutes without amendment. The committee received reports on Measure A sales tax receipts (up 7% year-over-year) and library operations, including staffing changes, program updates, and facility projects. No public comment was received, and no formal decisions were made beyond the chairperson selection and minutes approval.

• Michael Hill-Weld selected as Chairperson for 2021
• Minutes of prior meeting approved without amendment

Historical Landmarks Commission

This meeting was cancelled and no agenda was published. There are no items to report or discuss.

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission met remotely and approved the previous meeting's minutes. A request to landmark the Indian Medicine Rock near the Rood Center was tabled because Commissioner Niel Locke, chair of the California Heritage: Indigenous Research Project (CHIRP), had no knowledge of the request. The commission also discussed several ongoing plaque projects and heard a presentation from the State Historical Resources Commission chair.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion by Czerwinski, second by Martini)
• Tabled Indian Medicine Rock landmark request pending CHIRP review
• Discussed moving forward with Hirschman's Pond and Kentucky Mine plaques before June
• Noted Alexander homesite plaque installation scheduled for February 22, 2021
• Discussed AME church joint plaque with City of Grass Valley pending city council approval on February 23
• Discussed Chinese rail workers plaque placement in Clamper's Square for next year
• Reviewed draft text for Kentucky Ridge mine plaque with minor wording changes

City Selection Committee

The Nevada County City Selection Committee is holding a special meeting to appoint and ratify Truckee Council Member Jan Zabriskie to regional commissions, approve amended bylaws, and approve prior meeting minutes. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Appoint Jan Zabriskie to Truckee Tahoe Airport Land Use Commission for term ending May 6, 2022
• Ratify Jan Zabriskie as Truckee representative to LAFCo
• Ratify amended Bylaws of the City Selection Committee
• Approve minutes from June 20, 2019

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Municipal Advisory Council will hold a virtual meeting on February 18, 2021, featuring an informational presentation by Public Works Director Trisha Tillotson on the state's Infill Infrastructure Grant Program, which funds infrastructure for infill housing. The council will also receive updates from its Broadband and Marketing subcommittees and take public comment. The agenda is largely routine, with the grant presentation as the main substantive item.

• Infill Infrastructure Grant Program presentation by Public Works Director Trisha Tillotson
• Broadband Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Approval of meeting agenda and January 21, 2021 minutes
• Public comment period

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive a budget update, and consider budget proposals from various departments including Probation, Sheriff, District Attorney, Public Defender, HHSA, Courts, GVPD, and stakeholders. The board will also vote on a strategic plan proposal. Public comment is open.

• Approval of November 5, 2020 meeting minutes
• Budget update and proposals from multiple agencies
• Strategic Plan Proposal (CCP Exec Vote)
• Public comment period

The Community Corrections Partnership approved a strategic plan proposal pending an updated cost estimate, with a 5-0 vote. Budget proposals were presented for FY 2021-22, including a Sheriff's request of $2,056,821, which drew concerns about the funding formula's sustainability. No final budget decisions were made; a vote is scheduled for the March 4 meeting.

• Approved strategic plan proposal pending updated cost estimate (5-0)
• Approved November 5, 2020 meeting minutes
• Deferred budget vote to March 4, 2021 meeting

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is reviewing the AB109 budget for fiscal year 20/21, including revenue projections of $2,583,004 and expenditures of $2,276,727. The agenda includes a 10-year forecast showing declining revenue and potential deficits in future years. This is a budget update and discussion item, not a final decision.

• AB109 revenue: $2,384,537 from sales tax, $148,304 from realignment backfill
• Expenditures: $1,371,878 for Sheriff, $693,488 for Probation, $214,000 for HHSA
• Treatment services: $381,905 spent on Drug Medi-Cal ODS, $56,230 in services received
• 10-year forecast projects revenue falling below expenditures by FY 31-32
• COVID PRCS release funds: $29,663 included in budget

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board will hold hearings on six property tax assessment appeals, all filed by Safeway Inc. for various store locations. The board will determine whether the assessed values of these properties should be reduced to the applicant's opinion of value. The meeting will be held remotely via Microsoft Teams due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Safeway, Inc. appeals for properties on Neal Street, Grass Valley (assessments #18-008 and #19-038)
• Safeway, Inc. appeals for properties on Donner Pass Road, Truckee (assessments #18-017 and #19-036)
• Safeway, Inc. appeals for properties on Combie Road and Sutton Way, Grass Valley (assessments #18-016 and #19-037)
• All hearings involve applicant's opinion of value roughly half the assessor's value
• Meeting held online via Microsoft Teams; public comments accepted by email or mail

The Assessment Appeals Board heard testimony on six Safeway property tax appeals but did not render a decision. The board voted unanimously to continue the hearing to a future date, with the clerk coordinating a time. A motion to finish the applicant's presentation failed for lack of a second.

• Continued Safeway assessment appeals hearing to future date (unanimous)
• Motion to finish applicant's presentation failed (no second)
• Agreed to accept all exhibits electronically and provide hard copies on request
• Confirmed burden of proof on applicant for non-owner-occupied property

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Adult & Family Services Commission will hold a remote meeting to conduct routine business, including approving minutes and appointments, and will discuss and potentially approve the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and Community Impact Fund (CIF) budget and funding updates, as well as the CIF application and selection process. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19, with public participation via Zoom or email.

• Approve January 12, 2021 minutes
• Confirm Janeth Maroletti for AAA4 Advisory Council appointment
• CSBG/CIF budget and funding program update
• 2020-2021 CSBG contracts and vendor data report
• Discuss and approve CIF application and selection process

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved the January 12, 2021 minutes with corrections, confirmed Janeth Marroletti's appointment to the AAA4 Advisory Council, and discussed filling a second vacancy with a county staff member. The commission also discussed developing a scoring committee for the CIF application process, with a meeting scheduled for March 4. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational updates.

• Approved January 12, 2021 minutes with corrections (motion by Langdon, second by Janeth)
• Confirmed Janeth Marroletti's appointment to AAA4 Advisory Council
• Discussed filling second AAA4 vacancy with county staff member
• Scheduled CIF scoring committee meeting for March 4 at 9am

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission is meeting to elect its 2021 leadership and determine budget recommendations for the 2021/2022 fiscal year. The body will also consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding SB-252 bear take prohibitions.

• Election of 2021 Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget Recommendation
• SB-252 Bears: Take Prohibition recommendation to BOS
• Notice of Proposed Regulatory Action for Waterfowl Hunting Season 2021-2022
• Notice of Proposed Emergency Action regarding Take of Western Joshua Tree

Mental Health Services Act Community Meetings

The Nevada County Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Stakeholder & Community Meeting will be held virtually on January 28, 2021. The agenda includes a review of fiscal trends and forecast, a look back at the last year, updates on CalMHSA changes, and MHSOAC updates. This is a public meeting for stakeholders and community members to discuss MHSA-funded services.

• Fiscal trends and forecast review
• Last year in review
• CalMHSA changes update
• MHSOAC updates

The Nevada County Mental Health Services Act community meeting on January 28, 2021, was informational, with no formal votes or decisions. Participants reviewed MHSA funding volatility, COVID impacts, fiscal trends, and 2019-20 program outcomes. Discussion groups shared observations and questions, but no actions were taken.

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council holds its regular January 2021 meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes routine consent items (approving the agenda and December minutes), an annual review of the council's bylaws, a reminder about Brown Act/ethics training, and updates on the Broadband Ad Hoc Subcommittee plus appointments to the Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittee. Public comment is accepted but no action is taken on comments at this meeting.

• Annual Bylaws Review (information/discussion)
• Brown Act/Ethics Training Reminder & Materials
• Broadband Ad Hoc Subcommittee update
• Marketing Ad Hoc Subcommittee appointments
• Next meeting set for February 18, 2021 via Zoom

The Penn Valley Municipal Advisory Council met virtually on January 21, 2021, and took only routine actions: approving the agenda and the minutes from the December 17, 2020 meeting. The rest of the meeting was informational, including a review of the council's bylaws, a reminder about ethics training, and updates from subcommittees and staff. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda for January 21, 2021 (all aye)
• Approved meeting minutes for December 17, 2020, as amended (all aye)

Auditor-Controller's County Oversight Board

The Countywide Oversight Board is meeting to select its 2021 leadership and approve minutes from January 2020. The board will consider resolutions regarding payment schedules for redevelopment successor agencies.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for Calendar Year 2021
• Resolution approving Truckee Redevelopment Successor Agency Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022
• Resolution approving Grass Valley Redevelopment Successor Agency Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022

The Countywide Oversight Board unanimously approved the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedules (ROPS) for the Truckee and Grass Valley Redevelopment Successor Agencies for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. The board also selected Jan Arbuckle as Chair and Darlene Waddle as Vice Chair for 2021, and accepted the January 30, 2020 minutes. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 1:50 p.m.

• Appointed Jan Arbuckle as Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed Darlene Waddle as Vice Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from January 30, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved Truckee Redevelopment Successor Agency ROPS for July 1, 2021-June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Grass Valley Redevelopment Successor Agency ROPS for July 1, 2021-June 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board is meeting remotely to decide on property assessment appeals, including two proposed stipulations for reduced property values and one contested supplemental assessment hearing. The board will also consider adding two meeting dates to its calendar to handle a backlog of appeals caused by COVID-19 scheduling difficulties. Public comments can be submitted by email or mail before the meeting.

• Stipulation for Lost Lake Road, Grass Valley: value reduced from $531,420 to $504,900 (land $82,600, improvements $423,300)
• Stipulation for Whitetail Court, Truckee: land value reduced from $75,000 to $35,000, pending signed stipulation
• Hearing for West Brookview Drive, Grass Valley: applicant values property at $121,677 vs. assessor's $238,140
• Proposed approval of revised FY 2020/21 meeting calendar adding May 19 and June 16, 2021 dates

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board approved the consent calendar except for one item, which was discussed and approved separately. It also accepted the withdrawal of a supplemental assessment appeal. The board agreed to hold technical check-ins before future remote meetings.

• Approved consent calendar minus Item #2 (unanimous)
• Approved stipulation for Rippee property at Whitetail Court, Truckee, new value $35,000 (unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal of Supplemental Appeal #S-610 for Wamser property (unanimous)
• Agreed to pre-meeting technical check-ins for remote meetings

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission is holding its regular virtual meeting. The main actions are electing a 2021 chair and vice chair and reviewing the commission's bylaws. The agenda also includes agency reports, public comment, and the agricultural commissioner's report.

• Election of 2021 Chair and Vice Chair (Action)
• Review of Commission Bylaws
• Agency reports from NID, RCD, UCCE, NRCS, and Sierra Harvest
• Public comment via Zoom, phone, or email

The Agricultural Advisory Commission unanimously re-elected Brad Fowler as chair and Laura Barhydt as vice chair for 2021. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the November 18, 2020 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included reports from NID on drought conditions and from staff on various programs.

• Re-elected Brad Fowler as 2021 Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Laura Barhydt as 2021 Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 18, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting remotely due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The agenda includes a presentation from the State Historical Resources Commission chair, review of December minutes, and old business items such as organic documents revision, a presentation to Supervisors, and the Alexander Homesite. New business covers the budget, and the commission will also discuss potential historic designations for cemeteries, Kentucky Ridge Mine, rock walls, Ghidotti Gold Collection, and Rice's Crossing.

• Presentation by Lee Adams, Chair of State Historical Resources Commission
• Old business: Alexander Homesite, AME churches, Chinese rail workers, Hirschman's Pond, Chinese miners
• Potential historic designations: Cemeteries, Kentucky Ridge Mine, Rock Walls, Ghidotti Gold Collection, Rice's Crossing
• New business: Budget review
• Next meeting: Feb. 19, 2021 via Zoom

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission met remotely and approved the previous meeting's minutes. No formal decisions were made on new designations; instead, members discussed ongoing projects, including plaque orders, potential historic designations, and budget planning. The commission also noted that two sites will be calendared for state review in April.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Postponed presentation by Lee Adams to next month
• Removed Rock Walls research topic from future agendas
• Placed Rice's Crossing research on hold

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Nevada County Adult & Family Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with action items including approving minutes, confirming an appointment, reviewing a commission application, and discussing and approving the Community Impact Fund (CIF) application and selection process and request for proposal. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19, with the public participating online.

• Approve November 10, 2020 minutes
• Confirm Janeth Maroletti for AAA4 Advisory Council vacancy
• Review Lindy Beatie's commission application
• Discuss and approve CIF application and selection process
• Discuss and approve CIF Request for Proposal

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved Lindy Beatie's application to serve on the commission, forwarding it to the Board of Supervisors. The commission also confirmed Janeth Maroletti's appointment to the AAA4 Advisory Committee and approved the Community Initiative Fund (CIF) application and selection process. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved November 10, 2020 minutes with spelling correction (motion passed)
• Confirmed Janeth Maroletti for AAA4 Advisory Committee appointment (1 abstention)
• Approved Lindy Beatie's application to serve on AFSC (motion passed)
• Approved CIF application and selection process (motion passed)