Nevada County public meetings in 2024

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board will hear appeals regarding property valuations and consider requests to extend hearing deadlines. The board will also review a proposed stipulated value for a property in Truckee.

• Waiver to extend hearing for H&S Energy LLC properties at 10041 Donner Pass Road and 12353 Deerfield Drive
• Waiver to extend hearing for Sun Forest Springs LLC at 10084 Forest Springs Drive
• Proposed stipulated value of $1,440,437 for 15611 Ski Slope Way
• Hearing for Jolyn Chang regarding 10101 Kudu Court, Unit A
• Hearing for Michael Nycz regarding 10166 Winter Creek Loop

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission will discuss old business including pending landmark applications (Eagle Hose Co., City Brewery/Sawmill, Mt. Lola, Elks Lodge, Indian Springs School) and potential new landmarks (Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, NCNGR Trestle, Odd Fellows, Grant School, 505 Factory St., Logging Museum/Tepee Burner). They will also take up new business, a meeting with the Grass Valley Historical Commission, and hear public comments.

• Pending applications: Eagle Hose Co., City Brewery/Sawmill, Mt. Lola, Elks Lodge, Indian Springs School
• Potential landmarks: Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, NCNGR Trestle, Odd Fellows, Grant School, 505 Factory St., Logging Museum/Tepee Burner
• Review of oral histories
• New business – meeting with Grass Valley Historical Commission
• Approval of November minutes

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission met on December 13, 2024, and approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously. They deferred discussion of the Eagle Hose Co. and Mill St. Sawmill and Brewery applications to next month's meeting with the Grass Valley Historical Commission. They also appointed commissioners to evaluate several pending applications, including Mt. Lola, GV Elks Lodge, Indian Springs School, and Grant School. No final decisions were made on any landmark designations.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Eagle Hose Co. application to next month with GVHC
• Deferred Mill St. Sawmill and Brewery application to next month with GVHC
• Appointed Zimmerman and Czerwinski to evaluate Mt. Lola application
• Appointed Carman and Martini to evaluate GV Elks Lodge application
• Appointed Boyd and Kochis to evaluate Indian Springs School application
• Appointed Trauntvein and Hillis to evaluate Grant School application

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a consent calendar of routine items including contracts for behavioral health, housing, and grants. Notable items requiring separate votes include a $2.1 million body camera purchase for the Sheriff's Office, a $1.2 million software contract for the Community Development Agency, and a resolution of intent to hold a public hearing on amending special taxes for the Darkhorse Permanent Road Division, with a Proposition 218 election scheduled for February 11, 2025.

• Body worn cameras, software, and equipment for Sheriff's Office: $2,089,157.73 (60-month term)
• Resolution of intent to amend Darkhorse Permanent Road Division special taxes and hold public hearing for Proposition 218 election on Feb 11, 2025
• Combie Road Multi-Purpose Trail program supplement: $1,304,746
• Behavioral Health Bridge Housing renovation at 120 Badger Lane, Grass Valley: $491,625
• Software as a Service contract with Accela, Inc. for Community Development: $1,238,440

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Youth Commission reviewed subcommittee reports on recreation, career development, emergency preparedness, and senior citizen outreach. Guest speaker Alicia Rist from Eskaton presented volunteer opportunities and tech assistance for seniors. The commission formed a new Senior Community Service committee and planned the 'Fun in the Foothills' event for April 5th. New CTE counselor Omar Aundrady and community schools liaison Sarah Morgan were introduced.

• Guest speaker Alicia Rist from Eskaton (senior housing) discussed volunteer and tech assistance opportunities for seniors
• Formation of a Senior Community Service committee for holiday companionship and tech talks
• Planning for Fun in the Foothills event on April 5 (backup date April 6/May 4) at Pioneer Park, Bodhie High, or Sierra College
• Reports on Career Development and Education (CTE) roadshow partnership with Nevada Union (NU) and Future Miners Invitational
• Introduction of new CTE counselor Omar Aundrady and community schools liaison Sarah Morgan

The Nevada County Youth Commission met on December 9, 2024, and postponed the review of previous meeting minutes. They heard a guest presentation from Eskaton about senior citizen services and discussed potential youth volunteer activities, including technology help and holiday companionship. Subcommittees reported on recreation, career development, emergency preparedness, and the Fun in the Foothills event, but no formal decisions were made beyond the postponement.

• Postponed review of last meeting's minutes (motion by Sophia, seconded by Frank, passed)
• Approved meeting minutes from November 4th (motion by Walter, seconded by Graham)

Mental Health Board

The Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board will meet to review reports on treatment courts and peer support. The board will consider a letter of support for an inpatient facility project and a request from Santa Cruz County to support HR 8575.

• Inpatient Facility Project Letter of Support
• Santa Cruz County Request to Support HR 8575
• Stepping Up presentation by Kevin O Connell
• Treatment Courts report by Kelly Miner-Gann
• Behavioral Health Director's Report by Phebe Bell

The board reached consensus to submit a letter of support for the BHCIP grant application to fund a Psychiatric Health Facility. No formal votes were taken due to lack of quorum; minutes from November were deferred. The board also discussed but did not act on a request to support HR8575.

• Consensus to submit letter of support for BHCIP grant for Psychiatric Health Facility
• November 1, 2024 minutes deferred to next meeting due to no quorum
• Request to support HR8575 not acted on due to no quorum

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet to receive agency reports and review the Fine Fund balance. The body will discuss funding proposals for the Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 and an update on a proposed antlerless hunt.

• Funding proposals for the Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund (FY 2024/2025)
• Update on the proposed antlerless hunt
• Review of the Fine Fund balance
• Reports from the Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District (NID)

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee (EMCC) will hold a regular meeting to consider approval of minutes from July and October, receive updates on public health, OES, and the Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency, and discuss a Tactical Active Shooter item. The committee acts in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors on ambulance services and emergency medical care.

• Discussion of Tactical Active Shooter response
• Public Health Update by Sherilynn Cooke, MD
• OES Update
• Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency updates

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board will act on a consent calendar including contract amendments and then vote on major bridge replacement awards: the Dog Bar Road over Bear River Bridge ($10.1M) and the Hirschdale Road bridges ($13.5M). Informational presentations cover the Co-Responder Mobile Crisis Team, the CARE Act, and community services.

• Substance use disorder treatment contract increase to $3,557,598 (Common Purpose)
• Dog Bar Road Bridge Replacement contract award $10,132,198.50 (Viking Construction)
• Hirschdale Road bridges replacement contract award $13,522,228.50 (Myers & Sons Construction)
• Rough and Ready Highway Multimodal Project preliminary engineering amendment +$400,000
• Cannabis Equity Grant application for $500,000 (GO-Biz)

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Agricultural Advisory Commission will meet to receive informational agency reports and discuss a biomass pilot project. The meeting includes reports from entities such as the Nevada Irrigation District and the Sheriff's Office.

• Discussion on Biomass Pilot Project/Biochar Opportunities with Craig Griesbach, Nevada County OES, and Roger Smullen of Earth Foundries Inc.

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission meets to review updates on pending applications and discuss new business. Old business includes updates on the Nevada City Sanitarium, Memorial Park-Grass Valley, and San Juan Ridge Tapestries, plus a list of 10 potential landmark sites. New business items include the Elks Lodge, Chinese New Year Booth, Prosser Dam, and a Black History Exhibit. The meeting also covers routine approvals and commissioner reports.

• Potential landmarks list: Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, NCNGR Trestle, Odd Fellows, Eagle Hose Co., Mill St. Sawmill & Brewery, Mt. Lola, Grant School, Indian Springs School, Miners Hospital, 505 Factory St.
• Nevada City Sanitarium update
• Memorial Park-Grass Valley application update
• Elks Lodge and Prosser Dam under new business
• Black History Exhibit and Chinese New Year Booth discussed

Assessment Appeals Board

The regular meeting of the Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board scheduled for November 13, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were considered.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit and Steep Slopes Management Plan. The proposal involves replacing a 41-foot monopole with a 90-foot monopine and updating equipment cabinets.

• PLN23-0023: Proposal to replace a 41’ monopole with a 90' monopine at 22258 Juniper Street, Floriston
• CUP23-0002: Request for a Conditional Use Permit for the Juniper Street project
• MGT24-0018: Steep Slopes Management Plan for 22258 Juniper Street
• EIS23-0001: Request to replace an RBS 6201 cabinet with a T-Mobile enclosure 6160 cabinet

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

This consent-heavy agenda includes multiple contracts, grants, and budget amendments for housing, transit, and social services. The board will decide on a $975,000 agreement for 13-bed bridge housing, an $878,141 landlord liaison program, and a $2.6 million transit budget amendment.

• $975,000 agreement with Hospitality House for 13-bed behavioral health bridge housing at 246 Glenbrook Road, Grass Valley
• $878,141 contract with FREED for a landlord liaison program to expedite housing for homeless individuals
• $1.5 million transfer of Rule 20A credits from Grass Valley for La Barr Meadows Road undergrounding
• $2.6 million budget amendment for Transit Services
• $917,600 purchase of two wireless EV charging systems for transit

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will hear from Chamber of Commerce President Jessica Penman and District 5 Supervisor Hardy Bullock on senior community service opportunities. The commission will also review minutes, stipend paperwork, and subcommittee reports on recreation, emergency preparedness, and career exploration. Updates on the Spooktacular and Fun in the Foothills events are scheduled.

• Discussion of senior community service opportunities with Supervisor Hardy Bullock
• Presentation from Chamber of Commerce President Jessica Penman
• Stipend paperwork review
• Spooktacular Ad Hoc Subcommittee review
• Fun in the Foothills Ad Hoc report and discussion

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board will discuss common goals, hear a Behavioral Health Director's report including a Pro Housing Designation update, review peer support, and examine a data notebook from the California Behavioral Health Planning Council. No formal votes or financial decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting consists primarily of informational presentations and discussion.

• Behavioral Health Director's report includes a Pro Housing Designation update
• Presentation on Common Goals by John Duff
• Review of California Behavioral Health Planning Council 2024 Data Notebook
• Peer support update
• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a zoning ordinance amendment regarding Tiny Homes on Wheels. The proposal would establish health, safety, and design standards to allow these homes as single-family dwellings, second dwellings, and accessory dwelling units countywide.

• Public hearing on ORD24-2: Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Tiny Homes on Wheels
• Annual review of the Development Agreement for the Teichert Boca Quarry Use Permit (PLN24-0096; MIS24-0009)
• Resolution of Recognition for Commissioner Laura Duncan

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership will review and discuss routine items including approval of August meeting minutes, bylaws, data group updates, CalAIM implementation, a strategic plan update, and planning for the next year. The meeting is largely procedural and informational with no specific decisions or financial actions listed.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Discussion of bylaws
• Data group update
• CalAIM update
• Strategic plan update and planning for next year

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss various county contracts and infrastructure projects. A public hearing is scheduled to review the outcomes of a $250,000 CDBG grant used for designing a resource center at 1105 Sutton Way in Grass Valley.

• Public hearing on $250,000 CDBG grant for 1105 Sutton Way resource center design
• Funding of $1,304,746 for Combie Road Multi-Use Trail Project construction
• Contract for $559,445 with Catalis Courts and Lands Records for probation software
• Contract increase to $1,725,506 for Foothill House of Hospitality homeless services
• Two contracts with Dudek for Wildfire Protection Plan totaling $174,530

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission will review and approve September minutes, hear officer reports, and discuss old business including updates on the Nevada City Sanitarium, Donner Cross, Memorial Park-Grass Valley application, and San Juan Ridge Tapestries. Under old business, the commission will consider eight potential landmarks such as Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, NCNGR Trestle, and Odd Fellows. New business includes an item on Shebley's Pond. The meeting is procedural with updates and discussions, no final decisions noted.

• Nevada City Sanitarium update
• Donner Cross update
• Memorial Park-Grass Valley Application update
• Potential landmarks: Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, NCNGR Trestle, Odd Fellows, Eagle Hose Co., Mt. Lola, Grant School, Indian Springs School, Miners Hospital
• Shebley's Pond (new business)

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Municipal Advisory Council will consider approving past meeting minutes and hear two presentations: one on a potential ordinance for microenterprise home kitchen operations (home-based food businesses) and another on a county ordinance regarding tiny homes on wheels. The council may take action on the tiny homes ordinance, while the kitchen operations item is for discussion only.

• Presentation on Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations ordinance (potential new regulations for home-based food businesses)
• Presentation and possible action on Nevada County Tiny Homes on Wheels Ordinance
• Approval of consent agenda including minutes from July 2023, October 2023, April 2024, June 2024, and July 2024 meetings

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board will hold hearings on two supplemental assessment appeals for H&S Energy LLC regarding properties in Truckee. The applicant's opinion of value is $850,000 for each property, while the assessor's value is $1,450,000. The board will also consider approving minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting.

• 2021/22 Supplemental Assessment Application #S-639: H&S Energy LLC appeal for property at 10041 Donner Pass Road, Truckee; applicant value $850,000 vs. assessor value $1,450,000.
• 2022/23 Supplemental Assessment Application #S-640: H&S Energy LLC appeal for property at 12353 Deerfield Drive, Truckee; same valuation discrepancy.
• Consent calendar item: Approval of Assessment Appeals Board minutes from September 18, 2024.

South County Area Municipal Advisory Council (SCMAC)

The South County Area Municipal Advisory Council (SCMAC) will consider routine consent items including approval of past meeting minutes, then hear presentations on a potential Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations ordinance and an update on Nevada County's Tiny Homes on Wheels ordinance. The council will also approve the 2025 quarterly meeting schedule. No final decisions are expected on the ordinance discussions.

• Presentation on Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations by Environmental Health Director Amy Irani – potential ordinance discussion
• Presentation on Nevada County Tiny Homes on Wheels Ordinance by Principal Planner Tyler Barrington
• Consent agenda approval of meeting minutes from September 2023, October 2023, March 2024, July 2024, and August 2024
• Approval of 2025 quarterly meeting schedule (Jan 15, Apr 16, Jul 16, Oct 15)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to the county's commercial cannabis rules. The body will consider recommending these amendments and a new competitive selection process for retail dispensaries to the Board of Supervisors.

• Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ORD24-1) to allow up to two retail dispensaries via competitive selection
• Proposal to allow cannabis manufacturing, indoor cultivation, distribution, and testing in Industrial (M1) zones
• Proposal to create an Exclusion Zone prohibiting all commercial cannabis activities
• Requirement for all cannabis sold at retail stores to be Nevada County grown
• Extension of time requests for Lone Oak Phase II (PLN24-0137) and Higgins Fuel Station (PLN24-0150)

Solid & Hazardous Waste Commission

The Nevada County Solid & Hazardous Waste Commission will meet to receive informational updates on SB1383 implementation, including the WM contract and rollout plan, and a presentation from 530 Recovery & Everything Off Road. Commissioners will also review the 2025 meeting schedule and consider approving the April 2024 minutes. Staff reports from WM, cities, and the county will be presented.

• Update on SB1383 including WM Contract and WM Rollout Plan (informational)
• Presentation by 530 Recovery & Everything Off Road (informational)
• Approval of April 2024 Meeting Minutes (action item)
• Review of 2025 Meeting Schedule (informational)
• Staff/Operations Reports from WM, Grass Valley, Truckee, and Nevada County Solid Waste

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Emergency Medical Care Committee is meeting to review membership and approve previous minutes. The body will discuss tactical active shooter responses and receive updates from Public Health and the Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency.

• Tactical Active Shooter discussion
• Public Health Update from Sherilynn Cooke, MD
• Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency (SSV) updates

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will review applications for a parcel subdivision in Nevada City and a new wireless facility in Grass Valley. The body will also consider an extension of time for a project named Stefani.

• Proposed subdivision of a 26.59-acre parcel into two parcels at 12771 Joe Day Ranch Road
• Proposed 140-foot unmanned wireless telecommunication facility at APN: 006-370-079 in Grass Valley
• Extension of time for PLN24-0078; EXT24-0003: Stefani
• Watercourse Management Plan for the 12771 Joe Day Ranch Road project

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on an appeal regarding a Planning Commission decision, and will vote on a consent calendar that includes a $1.5 million contract for the Brunswick Commons Resource Center, acceptance of $355,664 in state funds for Enhanced Care Management, and a $150,000 transfer to support the new Truckee Regional Library. The Board will also consider a resolution supporting Proposition 36 for stricter drug and theft sentencing, and an ordinance amending grant acceptance authority.

• Public hearing on appeal of Planning Commission decision (Friends of Prosser Truckee)
• Resolution supporting California Proposition 36 (felony charges for drug/theft crimes)
• Contract award up to $1,505,304 for Brunswick Commons Resource Center at 1105 Sutton Way, Grass Valley
• Acceptance of $355,664 from state for Enhanced Care Management team
• Transfer of $150,000 from county library to Truckee Library Joint Powers Authority for new regional library

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will meet to discuss truancy court and receive reports from subcommittees. The body will also address administrative items including stipend paperwork and media release forms.

• Truancy Court discussion
• Subcommittee reports on Recreation, Career Development and Exploration, and Emergency Preparedness
• Ad Hoc reports on Elections and Spooktacular
• KNCO Youth Voice sign-ups for 10.9, 10.30, and 11.13
• Library Card Contest update

Mental Health Board

The board will hold a public hearing on the Mental Health Services Act Innovation Work Plan and the Behavioral Health Services Act Implementation Plan. They will also receive reports on Prevention and Early Intervention funded programs, from Victor Community Support Services, and from Stanford Sierra Youth Services, and discuss peer support. The board will consider approving the September 6, 2024 minutes and the 2024-2025 calendar.

• Public Hearing on MHSA Innovation Work Plan / BHSA Implementation Plan
• Prevention and Early Intervention Funded Programs report
• Presentation from Victor Community Support Services
• Presentation from Stanford Sierra Youth Services
• Discussion of Peer Support

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Commission will receive reports from the Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Nevada Irrigation District. Members will review 2024/25 grant applications and procedures and receive updates on gray wolves and antlerless hunts.

• Review of 24/25 Fish and Wildlife Commission Grant Applications and Procedures
• CDFW Gray Wolf Update by Axel Hunnicut and Nate Libal
• Antlerless Hunt Update by Jeff Jenkins
• Birds of Tahoe presentation by Will Richardson of the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science
• Informational report on Fine Fund Balance

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar including a $250,000 grant for Enhanced Care Management for homeless individuals with mental health or substance use disorders, two youth workforce contracts totaling over $1.28 million, a forensic pathology agreement with Placer County, and a closed session for real property negotiations. The meeting also includes adoption of a county-wide conflict of interest code and proclamations for California Clean Air Day and National Public Lands Day.

• Grant agreement with Partnership HealthPlan of California for CalAIM Incentive Payment Program, up to $250,000 for Enhanced Care Management for homeless individuals with behavioral health needs (SR 24-1378)
• Contract with Nevada Sierra Connecting Point for Youth Service Corps Program, $758,357 (SR 24-1379)
• Contract with Bright Futures for Youth for Workforce Development Program, $524,960 (SR 24-1416)
• Agreement with Placer County for forensic pathology services, not to exceed $225,000 (SR 24-1400)
• Closed session for real property negotiations on three parcels: 12255 Sierra Dr. and 12245 Sierra Dr. in Truckee, and 1345 Whispering Pines in Grass Valley (SR 24-1432)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Commission is meeting to receive updates on existing landmark applications and discuss a list of potential new landmarks. The body will also address new business regarding oral interviews and monument fees.

• Updates on Nevada City Sanitarium, Donner Cross, Memorial Park-Grass Valley, and Lime Kiln School
• Review of potential landmarks including Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, NCNGR Trestle, and Odd Fellows
• Review of potential landmarks including Eagle Hose Co., Mt. Lola, Grant School, and San Juan Ridge Tapestries
• Review of potential landmarks including Indian Springs School, Miners Hospital, and Factory St.
• Discussion of monument fee

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board will consider two appeals from Tesla Energy Operations Inc regarding the assessed value of various solar systems. The applicant values one property at $186,000 versus the assessor's $372,380, and another at $185,000 versus $371,460. The board will also consider mutual postponement requests and a waiver to extend the hearing timeline. Consent items include approval of minutes and one waiver.

• 2022/23 appeal #22-030: Tesla Energy values solar system at $186,000, assessor at $372,380
• 2023/24 appeal #23-010: Tesla Energy values solar system at $185,000, assessor at $371,460
• Mutual request to postpone both assessment hearings submitted fewer than 10 days prior
• Consent calendar: approval of August 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Consent calendar: two-year waiver to extend hearing for application #22-030

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission will review a potential ordinance regarding Microenterprise Home Kitchens. The meeting includes presentations on a proposed equine-based school and a discussion with local high school agriculture students and faculty.

• Presentation on potential Microenterprise Home Kitchens ordinance by Environmental Health Director Amy Irani
• Presentation by Laura Bruner on a potential new equine based school
• Discussion with local high school Ag program students and faculty
• Informational reports from Nevada Irrigation District, Resource Conservation District, UCCE Farm Advisor, NRCS, Sierra Harvest, FSA, and Nevada County Farm Bureau

The Agricultural Advisory Commission held a regular meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Members heard presentations on the Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) program, a proposed equine-based college preparatory academy, and updates from local agencies. The meeting was informational only, with no action items approved or denied.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a consent calendar with numerous contracts and resolutions, including an $839,476 transportation funding agreement and a waste management contract amendment. A public hearing is scheduled at 10 a.m. to consider forming the Red Dog Road Underground Utilities District. The Board also will accept an appeal of the Alpenglow Sawmill Project and schedule a hearing for October 8, 2024. Closed sessions will discuss potential litigation and labor negotiations.

• Accept appeal of Alpenglow Sawmill Project (10375 Silverado Way, Truckee) and schedule public hearing Oct 8
• Public hearing on resolution to form Red Dog Road Underground Utilities District (Dist. I)
• Approve amendment to waste management contract with Waste Management to comply with SB1383 organics waste requirements
• Renew agreement with Sonoma County Juvenile Hall to house Nevada County youth, up to $56,500 annually
• Capital purchase of dispatch recorder equipment for 9-1-1 calls, $55,116.86

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will hold a public meeting on September 9, 2024, to discuss and take action on several items including truancy court, a library card design contest, and reports from subcommittees on recreation, emergency preparedness, and career exploration. The commission will also review an elections ad hoc report covering student poll workers and op-eds. Sign-ups for upcoming events like the Heart of Gold Station and Spooktacular are on the agenda.

• Truancy Court discussion
• Library Card Design Contest
• Elections Ad Hoc report (student poll worker, League of Women Voters, op-eds)
• 10/5 Heart of Gold Station details and sign-ups
• 10/31 Spooktacular subcommittee report and sign-ups

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board will tour the Ranch House, then hold a regular meeting including public comment, approval of August minutes, a Behavioral Health Director's report on a grant opportunity for a new facility, a peer support update, adoption of the 2024-2025 calendar, and a presentation on the BHBH Interim Housing Program.

• Tour of Ranch House at 9:45 a.m. (closed-toe shoes required)
• Behavioral Health Director Phebe Bell reports on grant opportunity for a new facility
• BHBH Interim Housing Program presented by Brendan Phillips
• Approval of Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board minutes from August 2, 2024
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board will hold a regular meeting including consent calendar items and assessment hearings. The consent calendar includes acceptance of meeting minutes and approval of two waiver requests to extend hearings for H&S Energy Products properties. The main hearings are for two escape assessment applications (2021/22 and 2022/23) for a property at 11190 Henness Road in Truckee, where the applicant disputes the assessed values.

• Acceptance of July 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Waiver to extend hearing for H&S Energy Products at 10021 Combie Road, Auburn (APN 057-260-001-000; applicant value $1,199,300 vs. assessor $4,130,500)
• Waiver to extend hearing for H&S Energy Products at 12353 Deerfield Drive, Truckee (APN 018-760-022-000; applicant value $3,087,015 vs. assessor $5,225,406)
• Hearing on escape assessment ESC-010 for Christopher Ottenweller at 11190 Henness Road, Truckee (applicant value $1,739,500 vs. assessor $2,100,000)
• Hearing on escape assessment ESC-011 for Christopher Ottenweller at 11190 Henness Road, Truckee (applicant value $1,011,100 vs. assessor $2,243,649)

South County Area Municipal Advisory Council (SCMAC)

The South County Area Municipal Advisory Council will hear a presentation from county planning and code compliance directors on proposed amendments to the Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Ordinance. The meeting is informational and no action will be taken on the ordinance itself. The public comment period on the draft ordinance closes August 30, 2024.

• Discussion of proposed ordinance allowing up to 3 retail dispensaries in select unincorporated areas through competitive selection and a Use Permit process
• Proposal to allow manufacturing, indoor cultivation, distribution, and testing labs in Industrial (M1) zone districts
• Creation of an Exclusion Zone combining district to prohibit all commercial cannabis activities
• Requirement that all cannabis sold be Nevada County grown only
• Requirement that all property taxes be paid prior to issuing cannabis permits

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will decide on the Ad Valorem Tax Rate and levy rates for general obligation bonds for fiscal year 2024/25. The meeting includes several contract approvals for behavioral health, public health, and outdoor visitor safety grants. The Board will also consider the sale of tax-defaulted properties via auction.

• Setting the Ad Valorem Tax Rate and levy rates for fiscal year 2024/25
• Contract with Restpadd Health Corp for acute psychiatric services increasing from $1,525,000 to $2,000,000
• Contract with Traffic Limited for the 2024 Annual Striping Project for $327,578.49
• Renewal contract with Child Advocates of Nevada County for $835,435
• Authorization to sell tax-defaulted properties by online or sealed bid auction

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss updates on existing landmark applications and review several potential new landmarks. The body will also address new business regarding Indian Springs School and Miners Hospital.

• Updates on Nevada City Sanitarium, Donner Cross, Memorial Park-Grass Valley, and Lime Kiln School
• Review of potential landmarks including Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, NCNGR Trestle, and Odd Fellows
• Discussion of potential landmarks including Eagle Hose Co., Mt. Lola, Grant School, and San Juan Ridge Tapestries
• Review of Metal Designs and a Certificate of Appreciation for Black Bart Welding
• New business items regarding Indian Springs School and Miners Hospital

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will meet to conduct elections and establish a Halloween subcommittee. The commission will also discuss focus areas based on Board objectives.

• Commission elections
• Formation of Halloween Subcommittee
• Discussion of focus areas using Board Objectives

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will meet to conduct teambuilding and a media presentation by Taylor Wolfe. The commission will also swear members into office.

• Swearing into office
• Media presentation by Taylor Wolfe
• Teambuilding

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for a mixed-use development at 10375 Silverado Way in Truckee. The project includes a forestry management and material processing facility with a wood-fired boiler, plus six residential dwelling units for state-regulated employee housing in three duplexes on a 124-acre site. The commission is recommended to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA and approve the permit.

• Public hearing on PLN23-0054 / CUP23-0004: mixed-use development with forestry processing facility and employee housing
• Recommended environmental determination: adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration (EIS24-0004)
• Location: 10375 Silverado Way, Truckee (APN 016-530-031)
• Project includes six residential units in three duplexes for employee housing
• No consent items or other commission business on the agenda

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to review bylaws and provide an update on the strategic plan. The body will also begin developing the CCP plan for the following year.

• Approval of April meeting minutes
• Review of Bylaws
• Strategic Plan Update regarding Public Education
• Development of the next year's CCP plan

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of minutes and public comment. Informational reports are scheduled from the Department of Fish and Wildlife, Nevada Irrigation District, and a Fine Fund Balance update. New business includes a presentation from USDA Wildlife Services, and old business features an update on the Doe Hunt.

• USDA Wildlife Services update by Wildlife Specialist Larry Lane
• Doe Hunt update under old business
• Fine Fund Balance informational item
• Agency reports from Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District
• Approval of minutes from June 4, 2024

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar with numerous contract renewals and amendments, including a $4.5 million increase for medical, mental health, and dental services at adult correctional facilities. Other items include a historical landmark designation for the former Nevada City Sanitarium, a grant application for forest and fire capacity, and a presentation on youth emergency preparedness. Most items are routine approvals, but the jail medical contract amendment is the largest financial action on the agenda.

• Amendment to California Forensic Medical Group contract for jail medical services, increasing by $4,518,464.75 to $18,418,135.75
• Amendment for Rough and Ready Highway Multimodal Project engineering services, increasing to $390,026.90
• Resolution accepting a $76,362 Alcohol Policing Partnership Grant from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
• Designation of the Nevada City Sanitarium site as a county historical landmark
• Resolution approving a $500,000 renewal contract with Placer County for acute psychiatric inpatient hospitalization and crisis residential treatment

Mental Health Board

The Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board will discuss a grant opportunity for a new facility, consider peer support services, set its 2024-2025 meeting calendar, and discuss recruitment for new board members. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Behavioral Health Director's Report on a Grant Opportunity for a New Facility (item 4)
• Discussion of Peer Support services (item 5)
• Approval of minutes from May 3 and June 7, 2024 (item 3)
• Setting the Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board Calendar for 2024-2025 (item 6)
• Discuss recruitment for new board members (item 7)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for the Wolf Craft Collective, a low-intensity camp and community meeting and social event facility with workshops, overnight accommodations, and food services at 10734 Wolf Road, Grass Valley. The commission will also accept consent items including annual reviews of development agreements for Ananda Village, Terra Alta, and Harmony Ridge subdivisions.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit (PLN23-0085) for Wolf Craft Collective: low-intensity camp, workshops, overnight accommodations for up to 40 guests, and event venue for up to 150 guests twice per month at 10734 Wolf Road, Grass Valley (APN 057-030-011)
• Consideration of two management plans for trees (MGT24-0004) and watercourses (MGT23-0021)
• Petition for Exception to Road Standards (PFX24-0006) for road grades greater than 16%
• Recommended environmental determination: Mitigated Negative Declaration (EIS23-0002)
• Consent items: annual reviews of development agreements for Ananda Village Comprehensive Master Plan, Terra Alta Subdivision (Deer Creek Park II), and Harmony Ridge Subdivision

South County Area Municipal Advisory Council (SCMAC)

The South County Area Municipal Advisory Council will receive presentations and provide feedback on two proposed projects: the Wolf Craft Collective at 10734 Wolf Road and the Higgins Gas Station at 10018 Combie Road. No final decisions are being made; the council is acting in an advisory capacity. The meeting also includes approval of the 2024 annual calendar and public comment.

• Wolf Craft Collective (PLN23-0085; CUP23-0006) – workshops, overnight accommodations for up to 40 guests, and up to 24 annual weddings for up to 150 guests at 10734 Wolf Road
• Higgins Gas Station (PLN23-0157; DVP23-5) – 3,323 sq ft convenience store with six dual fuel pumps, 24/7 operation, at 10018 Combie Road, with 'right in/right out' access only
• Traffic impact study presented addressing illegal U-turn concerns; large delivery trucks will use HWY 49 to Woodridge Rd to Higgins Rd
• Proposed roof color changed from terracotta red to blue based on public feedback
• 2024 Annual Calendar adoption as action item

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission will hear updates on several ongoing projects, including the Nevada City Sanitarium, Donner Cross, and Church of the Mountains. They will also consider potential new landmarks such as Kneebone Ranch, Mule Spring, and the NCNGR Trestle. New business includes a review of metal designs and certificates of appreciation.

• Nevada City Sanitarium update
• Donner Cross update
• Potential landmarks: Kneebone Ranch, Mule Spring, NCNGR Trestle, Odd Fellows, Eagle Hose Co.
• McGlashan Point Name Change
• Metal Designs review

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council will discuss proposed changes to the county's commercial cannabis cultivation regulations. The council is also scheduled to elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Discussion of proposed cannabis ordinance amendments including a limit of three retail dispensaries in select unincorporated areas
• Proposed allowance of manufacturing, indoor cultivation, distribution, and testing labs in Industrial (M1) zones
• Proposed creation of an Exclusion Zone prohibiting all commercial cannabis activities
• Proposed requirement that all cannabis sold must be grown in Nevada County
• Election of PVMAC Chair and Vice Chair

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for July 17, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered. The next regular meeting is set for September 18, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar to approve minutes from February and March 2024 meetings, and new business to select a chair and vice chair for the 2024/25 fiscal year and approve the meeting calendar. No property assessment appeals are scheduled for hearing. The meeting is focused on organizational and procedural items.

• Acceptance of minutes from February 21, 2024 meeting
• Acceptance of minutes from March 20, 2024 meeting
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2024/25
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024/25 meeting calendar

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee will review membership rosters and approve minutes from March 13, 2024. The meeting includes discussions on tactical active shooter response and updates from Public Health and the Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency.

• Review of membership roster
• Approval of March 13, 2024 minutes
• Discussion regarding tactical active shooter response
• Public Health update from Sherilynn Cooke, MD
• Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency updates

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider several contract renewals for mental health and social services. Most items are on the consent calendar, which includes routine and noncontroversial actions. These contracts fund programs such as substance abuse treatment and CalWORKs employment assistance.

• $6,024,325 renewal with Turning Point Community Programs for adult mental health services
• $4,597,263 renewal with Granite Wellness Centers for substance use disorder treatment
• $1,548,197 renewal with Nevada-Sierra Connecting Point for CalWORKs employment services
• $1,071,973 contract with the County Superintendent of Schools for school mental health services
• $810,000 contract with Victor Community Support Services for rapid response programs

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several contract renewals and amendments for behavioral health, public health, and social services. Most items are presented on the consent calendar for routine approval. These actions include funding for crisis intervention, youth programs, and community support services.

• $4,919,533 renewal contract with Sierra Mental Wellness Group for crisis intervention services
• $2,156,617 renewal contract with Stanford Youth Solutions for mental health services
• $1,000,000 agreement for the expansion of Medication Assisted Treatment services
• Up to $800,000 annual obligation to El Dorado County for psychiatric hospitalization services
• $330,000 contract with Sherilynn E. Cooke, M.D. to serve as Public Health Officer

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting to discuss progress on several historical applications and potential landmark designations. The agenda includes updates on the Nevada City Sanitarium, Memorial Park-Grass Valley, and various potential sites.

• Updates on the Nevada City Sanitarium and Lime Kiln School
• Memorial Park-Grass Valley application update
• Review of potential landmarks including Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery
• Discussion regarding McGlashan Point name change
• New business regarding Factory St.

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the Nevada County Outdoor Event Ordinance. A presentation from the Planning Department will provide information on the ordinance and its application within the community. The session includes a Q&A/discussion period.

• Presentation on the Outdoor Event Ordinance by Tyler Barrington, Principal Planner
• Q&A and discussion regarding the ordinance

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to conduct public hearings on the proposed $387,709,385 county budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. The agenda also includes reviewing budgets for the Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1 and updated fee schedules for Public Health and Community Development.

• Public hearing for proposed $387,709,385 county budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
• Proposed $13,475,816 budget for Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1 (Zones 1-12)
• Public hearing to establish updated fee schedules for Community Development and Public Health

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider applications for land subdivisions and a new wireless facility. Proposed projects include reconfiguring parcels on Dog Bar Road and dividing an 11.92-acre parcel in Penn Valley.

• Subdivision of 13577 & 13719 Dog Bar Road into four new parcels
• Division of 11.92-acre parcel at Indian Springs and Simple Justice Roads into two parcels
• Construction of a 129-foot wireless communication facility on Dog Bar Road
• Variance request for road frontage at 14564 Indian Springs Road

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review an annual plan update for the Mental Health Services Act. The agenda also includes numerous contract renewals for behavioral health, psychiatric care, and community outreach.

• $4,180,500 renewal with Auburn Counseling Services for Odyssey House Transition Home
• $3,578,133 renewal with Victor Community Support Services for therapeutic behavior services
• $2,000,000 renewal with North Valley Behavioral Health for psychiatric inpatient services
• $1,680,737 renewal with Hospitality House for homeless outreach and transitional housing
• $1,747,250 revenue contract with Placer County for telephone triage services

Nevada County Youth Commission

The commission will discuss preparations for a June 25 presentation to the Board of Supervisors. The agenda also includes updates on event planning, committee date changes, and upcoming team building activities.

• Planning for June 25 Board of Supervisors meeting and presentation
• Event planning discussion for June 28
• Bylaw Revision AD HOC Committee date change
• Update on June 21 TDLT Trail Day
• July team building activities

Mental Health Board

The board will conduct a tour of the North Tahoe Truckee Homeless Services Day Center. The meeting also includes presentations on community survey data, housing workforce agency overviews, and substance use navigation.

• Tour of North Tahoe Truckee Homeless Services Day Center
• Review of Community Survey Data
• Tahoe Truckee Housing Workforce Agency (TTHWA) overview
• Pacific Crest Commons update
• Discussion on Tahoe Truckee Suicide Prevention Coalition activity

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Commission will review agency reports from the Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District. The agenda also includes discussing comments for the California Black Bear Conservation Plan and receiving a Doe Hunt update.

• Comments on Proposed Black Bear Conservation Plan for California
• Doe Hunt Update – Jeff Jenkins
• Fine Fund Balance report
• Approval of April 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors, Grass Valley and Nevada City City Councils, and Truckee Town Council are holding a joint special meeting focused on emergency preparedness. The agenda includes facilitated discussions with local and regional first responders on current collaboration tools, and a panel with Butte County officials on lessons learned from recent wildfires. Public comment is limited to agenda topics.

• Panel on leadership in an emergency facilitated by Chair Hardy Bullock
• Discussion of current tools and collaboration opportunities led by OES Director Craig Griesbach
• Panel on lessons learned from recent wildfires with Butte County Supervisor Bill Connelly and Paradise Council Member Steve Crowder
• Public comment period at 4:00 pm

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar of routine contracts, grants, and budget amendments, including a $1.8 million state grant for manufactured housing revitalization and several behavioral health contracts. The board will also act on a consolidated budget amendment and other administrative items.

• Accept $1,811,500 state grant for Manufactured Housing Opportunity and Revitalization Program
• Approve $1,678,028.46 in state/federal funds for COVID-19 response reimbursement
• Renew psychiatric inpatient contracts with Heritage Oaks ($300,000) and Sierra Vista ($100,000)
• Approve $279,999.25 purchase of two ADA-accessible buses for paratransit
• Approve $337,689 contract for Bost House Kitchen/Dining Addition Project

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission will meet to approve March minutes and hear reports from local agricultural and conservation agencies. Members will also review an update on organic waste compost reimbursement under state law SB1383, presented by David Garcia of the Nevada County Solid-Waste department. These updates track county resource programs that support local farming operations and waste management practices for residents. No new business or binding votes are scheduled for this session.

• Approval of March 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Agency updates from the Nevada Irrigation District, Resource Conservation District, UCCE Farm Advisor, NRCS, Sierra Harvest, FSA, and Nevada County Farm Bureau
• Review of Organic Waste (SB1383) Compost Reimbursement by David Garcia of Nevada County Solid-Waste

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to consider forming a new County Service Area for fire suppression in North San Juan, which could lead to parcel charges. The board will also vote on a consent calendar of routine items, including contracts, grants, and appointments, and hear presentations on the zero-emission vehicle transition plan and other topics.

• Public hearing on forming County Service Area 39 for North San Juan fire suppression, with Proposition 218 ballot process
• Resolution to accept $2,893,867 in Community Care Expansion Program funds for the Ranch House permanent supportive housing project
• Contract amendment with Restpadd Inc. for acute psychiatric services, increasing maximum to $1,090,000
• Resolution to adopt FY 2024/25 SB1 road repair project list
• Contract with ADT Commercial LLC for security camera system replacement, total $660,734

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission is meeting to review minutes, hear a presentation on the Youth Asset Map, and discuss planning for upcoming events including a June 28 event, a Board of Supervisors presentation on June 25, and a job and volunteer fair on May 19. The commission will also consider bylaw revisions and a trail day activity.

• Alison Rivers – Youth Asset Map Presentation
• 6/28 Event Planning Discussion and Update
• 6/25 Board of Supervisors Presentation Planning
• May 19 CNL Job and Volunteer Fair at Fairgrounds Sign Ups
• 6/12 Bylaw Revision AD HOC Committee

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Historical Landmarks Commission will review updates on several landmark applications and plaques. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Lou Conter site, Grant School, and a name change for McGlashan Point.

• Updates on Excelsior Ditch/Independence Trail and Memorial Park-Grass Valley applications
• Discussion of potential landmarks including Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, Arrastra, and Mule Spring
• Review of plaques for Carter Homesite, Taylor Home, and Donner Cross
• New business regarding the Lou Conter site, Grant School, and McGlashan Point name change

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board is meeting to hold a public hearing on the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Plan Update for FY 2024/25 and the Annual Progress Report for FY 2022/23. The board will also discuss Mental Health Awareness Month, the California Heritage Indigenous Research Project, peer support, board goals, and a preview of a Board of Supervisors presentation. They will consider canceling the July 5th meeting and receive the Behavioral Health Director's report.

• Public hearing on MHSA Annual Plan Update FY 2024/25 and Annual Progress Report FY 2022/23
• Discussion of May Mental Health Awareness Month
• California Heritage Indigenous Research Project (CHIRP) presentation
• Proposal to cancel the July 5th board meeting
• Behavioral Health Director's report by Phebe Bell

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to amend a building and leachfield setback line for a property in Auburn. The body will also address a cancelled use permit application for a special events venue in Penn Valley.

• Proposed amendment to Approved Map (FM76-2) for 13209 Robles Drive, Auburn, to include a 100-foot non-disturbance buffer
• Proposed Watercourse and Floodplain Management Plans for a 57-foot by 27-foot shade pavilion at 13209 Robles Drive
• Cancellation of Use Permit application (CUP23-0005) for a special events venue at 12616 Country Heights Drive, Penn Valley

Community Corrections Partnership

The Nevada County Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive updates on innovation fund awards, bylaws, the DATA group, and the strategic plan. The meeting is open to the public, with remote access available.

• Approval of CCP meeting minutes for January and March
• Innovation Funds Award Updates
• Bylaws discussion
• DATA Group update
• Strategic Plan Update including Public Education

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will hold a special meeting to plan the 'Fun in the Foothills' event, including discussions on theme, outreach, music, food, and games. The meeting includes breakout groups and public comment. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Planning for 'Fun in the Foothills' event with theme 'Get out and move'
• Breakout groups for detailed planning
• Public comment period

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will decide on a consent calendar of routine items, including contracts, grants, and amendments, plus a scheduled item on traffic mitigation fees. They will also consider an urgency ordinance on military equipment use, a code renumbering ordinance, and a closed session on potential litigation.

• Approve $650,000 grant for Building Climate in the Central Sierra Region project
• Adopt urgency ordinance repealing and replacing Military Equipment Use Policy (AB 481)
• Approve $1,575,000 subordination agreement for Cashin's Field 51-unit housing project
• Approve $90,180 contract with Sutter Buttes Communications for radio installation
• Approve $196,765 demolition contract for former DOT buildings on Loma Rica Road

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is meeting with an addendum agenda that includes a closed session item. County Counsel is requesting the closed session to discuss a matter involving a significant threat of litigation against the County. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering the meeting's posting and location details.

• Closed session under Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2) to discuss significant threat of litigation

Juvenile Justice / Delinquency Prevention Commission

The Juvenile Justice Realignment Block Grant committee will discuss new expenditures for Positive Youth Development (PYD) programs and set aside reserve funds for potential secure-track youth. The panel is also scheduled to approve a plan and hear public comment. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Microsoft Teams.

• Discussion of new expenditures for Positive Youth Development (PYD)
• Setting a reserve amount for potential secure track youth
• Plan approval vote
• Public comment period

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission will review March minutes and receive officer reports. The meeting includes updates on several historical projects, such as the Nevada City Sanitarium and various plaque applications. The commission will also discuss potential new landmarks and a District 3 vacancy.

• Updates on Nevada City Sanitarium and Black History Exhibit
• Status of plaques for Carter Homesite and Taylor Home
• Discussion of potential landmarks including Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery
• Report on District 3 vacancy

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The Penn Valley Municipal Advisory Council will receive information regarding infrastructure damage at Lake Spaulding and its impacts on Nevada Irrigation District water. The council will also hear about a solution for septic odor at Pleasant Valley Road and Highway 20. Additionally, the council is scheduled to take action on the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Infrastructure damage at Lake Spaulding and its impacts to NID Water Information
• Solution for Septic Odor at Pleasant Valley Road and Highway 20 Information
• Action on the 2024 Calendar of Meetings for the PVMAC

Assessment Appeals Board

The regular meeting of the Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board scheduled for April 17, 2024, has been cancelled. No items are listed for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two projects for the Lake Wildwood Association. These include a proposal for periodic lake dredging and the replacement of a public works maintenance facility.

• Proposed Use Permit for periodic dredging of Lake Wildwood, removing 20,000 to 50,000 cubic yards of sediment every three years
• Management Plans for floodplain disturbance, oak groves, and endangered species related to dredging at 12186 Hilarie Road and 12240 Bosa Road
• Conditional Use Permit to replace the Lake Wildwood Association maintenance facility at 11255 Cottontail Way with a 10,022SF administrative building, 6,668SF enclosed storage, and 3,318SF outdoor covered storage
• Oak resource management plan for the removal of 0.40 acres of oak canopy at 11255 Cottontail Way

South County Area Municipal Advisory Council (SCMAC)

The South County Area Municipal Advisory Council's regular meeting scheduled for April 10, 2024, has been canceled. No agenda items or business will be discussed at this meeting.

• Regular meeting canceled

Solid & Hazardous Waste Commission

The Commission will hear presentations on SB 54 (Plastic Pollution Prevention), the 2024 Green Waste Program, and an update on SB 1383 organics recycling. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and several informational staff reports.

• SB 54 Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act presentation
• Nevada County 2024 Green Waste Program presentation
• SB 1383 Program Update from R3 Consulting/WM
• MRTS Improvement Project update
• Approval of October 2023 meeting minutes

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider consent items, including grants and contracts, and hold a public hearing on a road annexation. Notable actions include approving a $1.08 million architectural design contract for the Truckee Regional Library and accepting over $4.7 million in federal bridge funding. The agenda also includes routine items like election certification and a speed limit ordinance.

• Approve $1,078,704 contract with Jordan Knighton Architects for Truckee Regional Library design
• Accept $4,740,000 for Hirschdale Road Over Truckee River Bridge Project
• Accept $4,500,000 for Dog Bar Road Bridge Replacement Project
• Public hearing to annex Dreher/Legg parcel into Merrill Court Permanent Road Division
• Accept $135,000 HAVA grant for election security improvements

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission is meeting to review March meeting minutes, hear presentations from the Headwaters Institute and Tahoe Donner Land Trust, and receive an update from Supervisor Bullock. The commission will also plan a June 15 event, discuss a May 9 ERC reminder, and consider volunteer opportunities and intent-to-return forms. The meeting includes time for public comment and future agenda items.

• Presentation from Headwaters Institute
• Presentation from Tahoe Donner Land Trust
• Update from Supervisor Bullock
• Planning for a June 15 event
• Reminder for May 9 ERC

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board will meet to hear presentations on the Enhanced Care Management Team and Point in Time Count, Hospitality House, and the Tahoe Truckee Homeless Advisory Committee. The board will also receive a Behavioral Health Director's report and discuss peer support. Public comment is allowed on items not on the agenda.

• Presentation on Enhanced Care Management Team and Point in Time Count by Brendan Phillips
• Presentation by Nancy Baglietto on Hospitality House
• Update from Tahoe Truckee Homeless Advisory Committee
• Behavioral Health Director's Report by Phebe Bell
• Discussion of Peer Support

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission is meeting for a routine agenda that includes approving prior minutes, receiving agency reports from the Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District, and reviewing the fine fund balance. The main substantive item is a presentation from CDFW staff on the deer program update. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda beyond routine approvals.

• Presentation on CDFW Deer Program Update by Sara Holm, Eric Kleinfelter, and Carly White
• Fine Fund Balance review (informational)
• Agency reports from Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District
• Approve minutes of February 6th, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two use permits in Penn Valley and Rough and Ready. The body will consider a long-term dredging plan for Lake Wildwood and a request to operate a special events venue.

• Use Permit for a special events venue for up to 150 guests at 12616 Country Heights Drive
• Use Permit for periodic dredging of Lake Wildwood to remove 20,000 to 50,000 cubic yards of sediment
• Management Plan for impacts to 1.5 acres of landmark oak groves
• Management Plan for impacts to rare, threatened, and endangered species at 12186 Hilarie Road and 12240 Bosa Road

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission will meet for standard procedural items and agency reports from local agricultural organizations. The commission will discuss a proposed recommendation for the county Board of Supervisors to support SB-1479, the California Agritourism Promotion Act. Public comment is scheduled on agriculture topics within the commission's jurisdiction.

• Recommendation to Nevada County Board of Supervisors to support SB-1479 (California Agritourism Promotion Act)
• Agency reports from Nevada Irrigation District, Resource Conservation District, UCCE Farm Advisor, NRCS, Sierra Harvest, FSA, and Nevada County Farm Bureau
• Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will vote on a consent calendar with routine contracts and appointments, plus several notable items. They will consider submitting a $12.2 million HOME grant application, a $250,000 contract with the Community Foundation of Nevada County, and a public forum on ICE access under the TRUTH Act. The board will also adopt the Economic Development Final Action Plan 2024-2026 and hear a report on the National Community Survey.

• Approve $12.2M HOME Investment Partnerships Program application to state HCD
• Approve $250,000 contract with Community Foundation of Nevada County for community services (2024-2027)
• Public forum on TRUTH Act regarding ICE access to individuals
• Adopt Economic Development Final Action Plan 2024-2026
• Approve 2024 Road Rehabilitation Project and Annual Striping Project bid solicitations

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership will discuss and potentially award Innovation Fund applicants, add the Innovation Fund to the 2024/25 budget, and review bylaws. The meeting is open to the public in person or remotely.

• Innovation Fund applicants and awards
• Innovation Fund added to 24/25 CCP Budget
• Bylaws review

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board will consider requests to extend hearings for various energy and water authority assessments. The board will also review proposed agreements to correct property values in Grass Valley and Truckee. A hearing is scheduled to determine the assessed value of a property in Grass Valley.

• Hearing extension request for Truckee Meadows Water Authority ($20,344,776 vs $26,168,025)
• Hearing extension request for H&S Energy Products LLC at 10021 Combie Road ($1,199,300 vs $4,130,500)
• Hearing extension request for H&S Energy Products LLC at 12353 Deerfield Drive ($3,087,015 vs $5,225,406)
• Value stipulation approval for Whispering Pines Properties LLC at 1364 Whispering Pines Lane
• Value stipulation approval for Birdsey Noble A Estate of et al at 15675 Donner Pass Road ($4,000,000 vs $5,900,000)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Historical Landmarks Commission will review updates on several landmark applications and plaques. The meeting also includes discussions regarding new business items such as Donner Cross and Eagle Hose Company.

• Updates on Excelsior Ditch/Independence Trail and Memorial Park-Grass Valley applications
• Status updates for Carter Homesite and Taylor Home plaques
• Discussion of potential landmarks including Kneebone Ranch, Arrastra, and Lime Kiln School
• New business items: Donner Cross, Eagle Hose Company, and Commemorating Women

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on several public hearing items including commercial rafting permits and a land use amendment in Penn Valley. The body will also consider a permit to add storefront retail sales to an existing cannabis microbusiness in Smartsville.

• Four commercial rafting permit applications for Tahoe Whitewater Tours, Dream Catcher River Tours, Tributary Whitewater Tours, and IRIE Rafting Company
• Parcel map amendment for 18045 & 18089 Stevens Ranch Road, Penn Valley to revise Farmland of Statewide Importance designation
• Use permit for storefront retail sales at 10086 and 10042 Crescenzi Place, Smartsville
• Nomination and vote for new Commission Chair and Vice Chair

South County Area Municipal Advisory Council (SCMAC)

The South County Area Municipal Advisory Council is receiving a presentation and discussion on the Recreation & Resiliency Draft Master Plan, which outlines eight focus areas for improving recreation and resilience in Nevada County. The council will take public comment and discuss the plan, but no formal action is scheduled.

• Presentation on Recreation & Resiliency Draft Master Plan by Erika Seward
• Public comment and Q&A on the Master Plan
• Plan includes eight focus areas: Community & Regional Park System, Recreation Outposts, Towns to Towns Trail System, Recreation & Resiliency Hub Network, River Access Management, Destination Donner Summit, Sustainable Recreation & Communications, and One Centralized Hub
• Public feedback via online survey with chance to win one of sixteen $100 gift certificates
• Virtual public meeting on March 20, 2024 from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The committee will conduct elections for Chair and Vice Chair and review its membership roster. The agenda also includes discussions on tactical active shooter response and public health updates.

• Election of EMCC Chair and Vice Chair
• Tactical Active Shooter discussion
• Public Health Update from Sherilynn Cooke, MD
• Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency updates

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, including behavioral health agreements with CalAIM incentive payments, an audit services contract, and a compost services contract. They will also hold a public hearing on two Williamson Act contract amendments for agricultural preserves. The afternoon agenda includes a discussion of 2024 Board Objectives, a resolution on indigent legal defense services, and a closed session on labor negotiations and potential litigation.

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission is meeting to discuss subcommittee reports on healthy food/food insecurity in schools, mental health and substance abuse, and recreation (transportation & CTE). The agenda also includes a tour of the Eric Rood Administrative Center, a survey for the 2024-25 term, and planning for tabling events and a media panel.

• Subcommittee reports on Healthy Food/Food Insecurity in Schools, Mental Health & Substance Abuse, and Recreation (Transportation & CTE)
• Survey for interest in NCYC Term 24-25
• Media Panel with The Union, KNCO, YubaNet, KVMR
• Announcements and future agenda items including Poetry Out Loud and Art Commission Support

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board will meet to discuss the proposed behavioral health budget, hear from Sierra Mental Wellness about mobile crisis services, and receive updates on peer support and the Behavioral Health Director's report. Public comment is invited, and the board may act on any agenda item.

• Presentation on Mobile Crisis by Sierra Mental Wellness staff
• Behavioral Health Proposed Budget presented by Allison Dobbins
• Mental Health Matters update by Toby Guevin
• Peer Support update
• Behavioral Health Directors Report by Phebe Bell

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The February 29, 2024, special joint meeting of the Nevada County Board of Supervisors, Town of Truckee Town Council, City of Nevada City City Council, and City of Grass Valley City Council has been canceled. The cancellation notice was posted in advance at multiple public locations and online. No business will be conducted.

• Special meeting canceled
• Joint meeting of four local government bodies
• Originally scheduled for 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM at The Center for the Arts, 314 West Main Street, Grass Valley
• Cancellation notice posted on February 28, 2024

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal by Court and Megan Worden regarding a decision to approve exceptions to driveway standards and a management plan for an existing residential structure and accessory structures, as well as a rescinded commercial cannabis permit, at 14120 Thoroughbred Loop in Grass Valley. The board will also act on a consent calendar of routine items, including contracts, budget amendments, and appointments, and will enter closed session for labor negotiations.

• Appeal hearing for driveway exceptions and management plan at 14120 Thoroughbred Loop, Grass Valley (PLN20-0042; PFX22-0037; MGT23-0023)
• Contract amendment with Common Purpose for substance use disorder treatment, max $1,551,983
• Amendment to Bright Futures for Youth contract for Friday Night Live/Club Live, increasing to $199,999.96
• Purchase of Sheriff Operations Catalyst Force Entry Training Door for $9,778.63
• Letter of opposition to AT&T California's application for relief from Carrier of Last Resort obligation

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board will conduct hearings regarding several property assessment appeals in Truckee. The board will also consider a proposed agreement to adjust values for a property on Valley Road.

• Proposed value agreement for 11351 Valley Road, Truckee ($645,000 vs $750,000)
• Assessment appeal hearing for 13154 Fairway Drive, 1C, Truckee
• Assessment appeal hearing for 10717 East River Street, Truckee ($970,506 vs $1,957,615)
• Assessment appeal hearing for 10717 East River Street, Truckee ($970,506 vs $1,996,767)

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar item to adopt a resolution clarifying the official public record regarding Resolution 24-053, which was adopted at a special meeting on February 15-16, 2024. This is the only substantive item on the addendum agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Resolution clarifying public record for Resolution 24-053 adopted at Feb 15-16 special meeting

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will vote on routine consent items, including contracts, grants, and budget-related resolutions. They will also adopt the 2024 Board Objectives, Mission/Vision statements, and the 2024/25 budget schedule, and set a public hearing for a cannabis operation appeal. The agenda is largely administrative, with no major policy debates listed.

• Adopt 2024 Board Objectives and 2024/25 proposed Budget Schedule and Policies
• Appeal of conditional approval for commercial cannabis operation at 22309 Meyer Ravine Road, Grass Valley; hearing set for March 12, 2024
• Contract amendment for Mental Health Student Services Act, increasing max price from $1,018,827 to $1,190,715
• Snow and tree debris removal services contract up to $750,000 aggregate
• Resolution of intent to annex Dreher/Legg parcel (11800 Trish Court, Nevada City) into Merrill Court Permanent Road Division

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to consider a public hearing on the Idaho-Maryland Mine project. The board will vote on a resolution to not certify the Final Environmental Impact Report and to deny the rezone and variance, following the Planning Commission's 5-0 recommendation to deny the project. The meeting is a continuation from February 15, 2024.

• Public hearing on Idaho-Maryland Mine project (PLN19-0176, EIR19-0001, RZN19-0002, VAR19-0003)
• Resolution to not certify Final EIR and find project statutorily exempt under CEQA Section 15270(a)
• Deny rezone (RZN19-0002) for Brunswick Industrial Site from M1-SP to M1-ME
• Deny variance (VAR19-0003) for structures up to 165 feet where 45 feet required
• Take no action on Development Agreement, Use Permit, Management Plans, Boundary Line Adjustment, Parcel Map Amendment

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, officer reports, and updates on various projects. They will review the budget, discuss potential landmarks such as Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, and consider new business like a plaque for the Skisport museum. The agenda is largely procedural with updates and discussions, and no final decisions are specified.

• Review and approval of January minutes
• Budget discussion
• Updates on Church of the Mountains, Excelsior Ditch/Independence Trail, Memorial Park-Grass Valley applications
• Potential landmarks: Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, Arrastra, Mule Spring, Lime Kiln School, Hodge House, NCNGR Trestle
• New business: Skisport museum plaque, Black History Exhibit, Logging Museum

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting with a single scheduled item: a public hearing to consider denying the proposed Idaho-Maryland Mine - Rise Grass Valley Project. The board will vote on a resolution to not certify the Final Environmental Impact Report and to deny the rezone and variance, while taking no action on other entitlements. This follows a 5-0 recommendation from the Planning Commission to deny the project.

• Public hearing on Idaho-Maryland Mine project (PLN19-0176, EIR19-0001, RZN19-0002, VAR19-0003, etc.)
• Resolution to not certify Final EIR and find project statutorily exempt under CEQA Section 15270(a)
• Deny Rezone (RZN19-0002) at Brunswick Industrial Site from M1-SP to M1-ME
• Deny Variance (VAR19-0003) for structures up to 165 feet where 45 feet required
• Take no action on Development Agreement, Use Permit, Management Plans, Boundary Line Adjustment, Parcel Map Amendment

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission is meeting to receive presentations from the Grand Jury and a retired educator on leadership, as well as a Rotary presentation on RYLA. Subcommittees will report on food insecurity, mental health, and recreation. No binding decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Grand Jury presentation by Pro Tem Dave Anderson
• Leadership presentation by retired educator and Grand Jury member Joe D'Andrea
• RYLA presentation by Dr. Louise Johnson of Rotary
• Subcommittee reports on Healthy Food/Food Insecurity, Mental Health & Substance Abuse, and Recreation (Transportation & CTE)

The Fish & Wildlife Commission

The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission is holding a special meeting to select its 2024 chair and vice chair, review grants and budget recommendations, and hear agency reports from the Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Selection of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Grants and Budget Recommendations
• Fine Fund Balance (informational item)
• Agency reports from Department of Fish and Wildlife and Nevada Irrigation District
• Approve minutes of December 5, 2023 meeting

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board is meeting to hear presentations from Gold Country Senior Services, Adult Services, and Peer Support, followed by the Behavioral Health Director's report. The board may take action on any agenda item, though the agenda consists primarily of informational updates.

• Presentation by Gold Country Senior Services (Leslie Lovejoy)
• Adult Services update by Cari Yardley
• Peer Support program update
• Behavioral Health Director's report by Phebe Bell
• Approval of January 5, 2023 meeting minutes

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss youth policy objectives with an elected official, covering three focus areas: recreation/transportation/career technical education, mental health/substance abuse, and school food programs/food insecurity. The meeting includes a presentation on the commission's background and is scheduled to adjourn by 5:00 p.m.

• Discussion on youth policy objectives with an elected official
• Three policy areas: Youth and Recreation/Transportation/Career Technical Education
• Three policy areas: Youth and Mental Health/Substance Abuse
• Three policy areas: Youth and School Food program/Food Insecurity

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership will meet to discuss updates on innovation funds, bylaws, budget, the DATA group, training, and the strategic plan. The meeting is open to the public in person or remotely.

• Innovation Funds Update
• Bylaws discussion
• Budget Discussion
• DATA Group update
• Strategic Plan Update

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering contracts, grants, and appointments, plus a public hearing on Truckee Fire Protection District impact fees. They will also consider joining a Joint Powers Agreement with the Town of Truckee for a new library and accepting $2.78 million in state funds for the Ranch House supportive housing project.

• Approve $2,777,562 in Community Care Expansion Program funds for the Ranch House permanent supportive housing project
• Public hearing on Truckee Fire Protection District Capital Improvement Plan and annual inflationary adjustments to AB 1600 development impact fees
• Authorize joining Joint Powers Agreement with Town of Truckee for a new library facility in the Truckee area
• Accept $500,000 state hospital agreement to reduce arrests of individuals with serious mental illness
• Approve $202,545 Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program grant and $144,820 Victim Witness Assistance Program grant

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar of routine items, followed by public hearings and scheduled items. Key decisions include a public hearing on an appeal of a commercial cannabis operation permit, approval to join a joint powers agreement for a new Truckee library, and adoption of the Truckee Fire Protection District's capital improvement plan with fee adjustments. The board will also consider several contracts, grants, and appointments.

• Appeal hearing for commercial cannabis operation at 14120 Thoroughbred Loop, Grass Valley
• Join Joint Powers Agreement with Town of Truckee for new library facility
• Adopt Truckee Fire Protection District Capital Improvement Plan with AB 1600 fee adjustments
• Approve $2,777,562 for Ranch House project to expand permanent supportive housing
• Accept $500,000 state hospital agreement to reduce arrests of individuals with serious mental illness

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Historical Landmarks Commission will conduct votes on several applications and discuss various potential landmarks. The meeting also includes updates on budget, plaques, and a museum.

• Vote on Excelsior Ditch/Independence Trail Application
• Vote on Memorial Park-Grass Valley Application
• Carter Homesite plaque update
• Discussion of potential landmarks including Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, Arrastra, Mule Spring, Lime Kiln School, Hodge House, NCNGR Trestle, and Miners Hospital
• New business regarding Skisport museum

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

This is the third day of a three-day special meeting and board workshop. No formal action will be taken; the board will only give direction to staff. The agenda covers reviewing and finalizing the 2024 board objectives, including economic development, broadband, climate resilience, and recreation, plus discussion of board-directed items and priorities.

• Economic Development Objective discussion
• Broadband Objective discussion
• Climate Resilience Objective discussion
• Recreation Objective discussion
• Review and finalize 2024 Board Objectives

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The regular meeting of the Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council scheduled for January 18, 2024, has been canceled.

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is holding the second day of a three-day special meeting as a workshop, with no formal action expected. They will discuss legislative advocacy, behavioral health system transformation, homelessness and housing objectives, and community development tools, and will give direction to staff.

• Legislative advocacy discussion
• Behavioral health system transformation discussion
• Homelessness objective discussion
• Housing objective discussion
• Community development tools discussion

Auditor-Controller's County Oversight Board

The Countywide Oversight Board will meet to select a chair and vice chair for 2024, accept prior minutes, and vote on resolutions approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedules (ROPS) for the Grass Valley and Truckee redevelopment successor agencies for July 2024 through June 2025, including a final schedule for Truckee. The Grass Valley ROPS totals $645,490 in enforceable obligations, funded largely by property tax trust funds and other funds.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for Calendar Year 2024
• Resolution approving Grass Valley ROPS for July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025 ($645,490 total)
• Resolution approving Truckee ROPS for July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025
• Resolution approving Truckee ROPS, Last and Final
• Acceptance of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board will review and decide on several property assessment appeals, including requests for waivers to extend hearing dates and stipulated values.

• William Beddie's request to approve a Waiver Agreement to Extend Hearing on Application for Changed Assessment (two-year waiver) for properties at 10717 East River Street, Truckee
• Lana Smith's appeal of the assessment value for property at 18117 Patterson Mine Road, Nevada City with proposed stipulated values
• New Halcyon LLC's request to approve a written stipulation between the Assessor and Applicant for corrected values on property at 13535 Bowman Lake Road, Nevada City

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is holding the first day of a three-day special meeting as a workshop. No formal action will be taken; the board will only give direction to staff on topics like fiscal objectives, organizational development, capital facilities, and emergency preparedness. The day includes reports from supervisors on the state of their districts and from mayors on the state of their cities.

• Supervisors' reports on the 'State of the Districts'
• Mayors and city/town managers report on the 'State of the Cities' (Grass Valley, Nevada City, Truckee)
• Fiscal and Core Services Objective discussion
• Organizational Development: Priorities and Strategies discussion
• Capital Facilities Master Plan and Project Updates discussion

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding applications to amend one Williamson Act Contract and create one new contract following a property sale. The meeting also includes agency reports and the selection of the 2024 Chair and Vice Chair.

• Public hearing for PLN23-0172; -0177; WAC23-0001; -0002 at 12515 Personeni Lane and 14634 Bitney Springs Road
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
• Rescheduling of the March 20, 2024 meeting
• Agency reports from NID, RCD, UCCE Farm Advisor, NRCS, Sierra Harvest, and FSA

South County Area Municipal Advisory Council (SCMAC)

The regular meeting scheduled for January 10, 2024, has been canceled.

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting on January 9, 2024, to select a chair and vice chair for 2024, recognize outgoing Chair Ed Scofield, and consider a consent calendar of routine items. These include contract amendments, grant acceptances, capital asset purchases, and budget adjustments across multiple departments. A scheduled informational report on the Two-Year Economic Development Action Plan is set for 10:30 AM, and closed sessions are planned for labor negotiations and potential litigation.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024 (SR 24-0111)
• Amendment to Aegis Treatment Centers contract for Narcotic Treatment Program, increasing max from $806,000 to $826,000 (SR 23-5007)
• Purchase of two ADA-accessible buses for $267,305 (SR 24-0084)
• Purchase of four sanitation fleet vehicles for $307,434 (SR 24-0101)
• Homeland Security Grant of $171,574 accepted (SR 23-5006)

Nevada County Youth Commission

The agenda for the Nevada County Youth Commission meeting on January 9, 2024, could not be retrieved. The website returned an error indicating the agenda PDF file was not found. No agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are available from the provided text.

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including presentations from the Insight Respite Center and NAMI, a report on peer support, and the Behavioral Health Director's report. The board will also consider minutes from its December 1, 2023 meeting. Public comment is invited.

• Presentation by Theresa Hodges on Insight Respite Center
• Presentation by Lael Walz and Marie Kittle from NAMI
• Discussion of peer support services
• Behavioral Health Director's report by Phebe Bell
• Approval of December 1, 2023 meeting minutes