Nevada County public meetings in 2025

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission will meet to discuss ongoing plaque projects and review new landmark applications. The body will also receive officer reports and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Application for 338 Alta St
• Application for Heidelmann Lodge
• Update on Donner Summit Tunnel plaque
• Update on Donner Cross plaque

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions were formally decided; the commission discussed the 338 Alta St. and Heidelmann Lodge applications but will wait for further information before making any determinations. Updates on plaques and a proposed photo contest were noted but not voted on.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Administrator

The Nevada County Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on an application to amend the Approved Recorded Parcel Map (PM 06-030) for APN 057-240-023 at 23446 Angelina Avenue, Auburn. The amendment would revise the Blue Oak environmentally sensitive area and create a new building envelope for a future residential home. The planner recommends approval of the amendment and the environmental determination is a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA. No other consent items are on the agenda.

• Application to amend Approved Recorded Parcel Map (PM 06-030) for APN 057-240-023 at 23446 Angelina Avenue, Auburn
• Revision of the Blue Oak environmentally sensitive (non‑disturbance) area on Parcel 4 of PM20‑0097
• Creation of a new building envelope for a future residential home on the southern portion of the parcel
• Recommended approval of the amendment (AAM25-0001) with a Mitigated Negative Declaration (EIS06‑039) under CEQA
• No consent items; only this public hearing is scheduled

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board will consider stipulated value agreements for two properties and hold hearings to determine the value of three other properties. These actions address discrepancies between applicant opinions and assessor values.

• Stipulated value of $105,000 for 19065 Cooper Road, Nevada City
• Stipulated value of $355,000 for 22084 McDaniel Road, Smartsville
• Hearing for RI-Grass Valley, LLC regarding property with assessor value of $21,845,535
• Hearing for RI-Grass Valley, LLC regarding 522 Sutton Way, Grass Valley
• Hearing for Jonathan Rowe regarding 15258 Pasquale Road, Nevada City

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee will meet on December 17, 2025 to review its membership roster and approve the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes. The agenda includes updates on tactical active shooter/MCI response, public health, the Office of Emergency Services, and the Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency, followed by new business. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting on March 18, 2026. No specific contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed.

• Approval of June 11, 2025 minutes
• Tactical Active Shooter / MCI discussion
• Public Health Update by Dr. Sherilynn Cooke
• OES Update
• Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency updates

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider approving multiple contracts and amendments for behavioral health services, housing, and public health initiatives, including a $595,000 purchase for supportive housing and a $1.8 million contract for a community resource center.

• Resolution approving $595,000 purchase of property at 135 East Empire Street for supportive housing
• Resolution approving $1,804,726 contract for the Commons Resource Center
• Resolution awarding $184,319 operating subsidy to Mountain View Assisted Living
• Resolution approving $507,015 grant for STD disease intervention specialist workforce
• Resolution approving $190,305 contract for CalAIM Transitional Rent benefit

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will begin with a breakout session for its Teen Health, Youth Employment, and Accessibility subcommittees. It will then review minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting, receive reports from subcommittee chairs and ad‑hoc groups, and discuss upcoming events including the Young Entrepreneurs Pitch Week scheduled for February 2‑6, 2026. Public comment will be limited to 15 minutes before the meeting adjourns.

• Subcommittee breakout session covering Teen Health, Youth Employment, and Accessibility
• Review of minutes from the 11/10/25 meeting
• Reports from subcommittee chairs and ad‑hoc groups (Media Outreach, Recreation, Fun in the Foothills)
• Discussion of upcoming events: Niesenan opportunity, Eskaton Visit, Young Entrepreneurs Pitch Week Feb 2‑6
• Announcement of next meeting on Jan 12 2026 at 5 pm in the ERAC Providence Room

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board will meet to review past minutes, hear reports on the CalAIM Justice Initiative, and discuss data sharing practices. The meeting is held in-person and via Zoom.

• Review of October 3 and November 7, 2025 Board minutes
• Presentation on CalAIM Justice Initiative by Nevada County Sheriff staff
• Data Sharing around CalAIM presentation by Kevin O'Connell
• Behavioral Health Director’s Report by Phebe Bell
• Peer Support update

Planning Commission

The Nevada County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed 30,711‑square‑foot grocery store with an interior Starbucks at 18805 and 18807 Pine Shadows Lane, Penn Valley. Commissioners will recommend that the Board of Supervisors approve a General Plan Amendment (GPA24‑0003), a Zoning District Map Amendment (RZN24‑0003), a Development Permit (DVP24‑2), and an Oak Resources Management Plan (MGT24‑0011) along with a Mitigated Negative Declaration (EIS24‑0007). The project would rezone approximately 4.3 acres to Neighborhood Commercial and 1.2 acres to Light Industrial, Planned Development, and would employ about 75 people.

• General Plan Amendment GPA24‑0003 to increase Neighborhood Commercial land
• Zoning District Map Amendment RZN24‑0003 for rezoning of 4.3 acres NC and 1.2 acres M1‑PD‑SP
• Development Permit DVP24‑2 for the 30,711‑sq‑ft grocery store and Starbucks area
• Oak Resources Management Plan MGT24‑0011 addressing removal of 4.64 acres of landmark groves
• Mitigated Negative Declaration EIS24‑0007 recommended for environmental compliance

The special meeting held on December 2, 2025 included a public hearing on the Penn Valley Holiday Market grocery store project. Staff presented the project details and recommendations, but the minutes do not record any approval, denial, or vote on the General Plan Amendment, rezoning, development permit, or management plan.

Transit Services Commission

The Commission will meet to approve the 2026 meeting schedule and review operational reports. The body will also consider the minutes from the September 17, 2025, meeting.

• Approval of the 2026 Transit Services Commission Meeting Schedule
• Approval of September 17, 2025, meeting minutes
• Nevada County Connects Operations Report
• Nevada County Now Operations Report
• Manager's Report

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission will meet to discuss the status of several historical plaques and an interactive map. The commission will also consider a new plaque for the Truckee Roundhouse.

• Plaque status for Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery
• Plaque status for Sawmill/Brewery
• Plaque status for Eagle Hose
• Plaque status for Donner Summit Tunnel, Donner Cross, and Shebley's Pond
• New business regarding Truckee Roundhouse plaque

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting by unanimous vote. Barb Carman and Jerry Martini were appointed to evaluate a landmark application for a home on Alta St. The board authorized Chuck Scimeca to purchase a new backdrop for video production, with the motion passing unanimously.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Barb Carman and Jerry Martini to evaluate Alta St. landmark application
• Authorized Chuck Scimeca to purchase new video backdrop (unanimous)

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission for November 19, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The commission noted the next meeting will be on January 21, 2026.

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting. A motion to approve a letter compiling commission feedback on the Nevada County Alternative RV Housing Ordinance was passed unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 28th 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved letter to submit feedback on Alternative RV Housing Ordinance (7-0)

Assessment Appeals Board

The Board will consider several stipulated value agreements between the Assessor and property owners. The meeting includes a series of appeals from the Truckee Meadows Water Authority and an administrative hearing regarding the timeliness of a filing.

• Stipulated value of $10,864,400 for Walgreens Store #3830 at 880 Sutton Way, Grass Valley
• Eight separate assessment appeals for Truckee Meadows Water Authority at Donner Lake, Truckee
• Stipulated value of $1,300,000 for Brunswick Corner Partnership at 450 Brunswick Road, Grass Valley
• Administrative hearing on the timeliness of an appeal for 12882 Zurich Place #3, Truckee
• Assessment hearings for 19065 Cooper Road and 104 New Mohawk Road in Nevada City

The Assessment Appeals Board approved the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting. It adopted the consent calendar, approving assessment stipulations for items 2 and 4‑7. The board postponed item 3 (application #24‑044) until the signed stipulation is received. All motions passed as recorded.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (Ayes: Vice Chair Hurley, Member Bushore; Abstain: Chair Rees)
• Adopted consent calendar approving items 2, 4‑7 (assessment stipulations) – unanimous vote
• Moved item 3 (application #24‑044) to a future meeting pending signed stipulation – unanimous vote
• Pulled items 1 and 8a‑8h from consent calendar for discussion
• Member Bushore requested item 3 be pulled for discussion – approved
• Chair Rees requested items 1 and 8a‑8h be pulled from consent calendar – approved

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a series of resolutions covering infrastructure, housing, health, and grant matters. Highlights include approval of the $20,397,442.16 McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project and a $1,800,000 purchase of three properties for permanent supportive housing. Additional items involve a $1,245,000 budget for a new inpatient psychiatric facility, a $196,917 design contract for the Soda Springs Outdoor Visitor Center, and a $750,000 application for a cannabis equity grant.

• Approve $20,397,442.16 McCourtney Road Transfer Station Improvement Project (Item 20)
• Ratify $1,800,000 purchase of three residential properties for supportive housing (Item 6)
• Create $1,245,000 preliminary budget for Crestwood Behavioral Health inpatient psychiatric facility (Item 5)
• Approve $196,917 design contract for Soda Springs Outdoor Visitor Center and Trailhead (Item 15)
• Authorize $750,000 application for Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development Cannabis Equity Grant (Item 21)

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Adult & Family Services Commission will meet to approve October 2025 minutes, discuss Community Services Block Grant proposals, and review updates on the 2024 CSD Audit and Single Audit.

• Approve October 2025 minutes
• CSBG Proposals discussion and scoring
• AAA4 Advisory Council Appointments
• Strategic Plan Updates: Corrective action from 2024 CSD Audit
• Strategic Plan Updates: Single Audit

The commission approved the corrected October 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funding recommendation for Project H.E.A.R.T., with all members voting in favor and two members abstaining. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved CSBG funding for Project H.E.A.R.T. (all in favor; 2 abstentions)

Community Corrections Partnership

The Nevada County Probation Department’s Community Corrections Partnership will meet on November 13, 2025. The board will approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comments, and discuss the long‑term Innovation Fund bylaws. Additional updates will be provided by the data analyst, Chico training team, and on the CalAim program. The meeting is open to the public in person or via MS Teams.

• Innovation Fund long term discussion & bylaws
• Analyst update (Data Group)
• Chico training update/discussion (Data Group)
• CalAim updates
• Public comment periods

A quorum was reached when Laila Waheed was confirmed as the Court designee. The executive committee then approved the minutes from the May 5, May 15, and August 14 meetings unanimously. The meeting was formally closed by a motion that was seconded and carried.

• Quorum reached after Laila Waheed appointed as Court designee (no vote recorded)
• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous approval
• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous approval
• Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous approval
• Motion to close the meeting approved (Ryan Gruver seconded)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed zoning ordinance amendment. The commission will provide a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors on whether to allow recreational vehicles as additional residential units on developed properties countywide.

• Public hearing on PLN25-0084, ORD25-1: Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment to add Section 12.03.151 regarding RV dwelling standards

The commission voted to approve the Planning Commission draft hearing minutes from September 11, 2025. No other actions were taken; the proposed Alternative/RV Dwelling Zoning Ordinance amendment was presented for discussion, with a recommendation to be made to the Board of Supervisors at a later date. Public comment was heard and the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved 2025-09-11 Planning Commission draft hearing minutes (approved at hearing)

Zoning Administrator

The Nevada County Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit and Steep Slopes Management Plan for a project at 22258 Juniper Street, Floriston. The application seeks to replace an existing 41‑foot monopole with a new 90‑foot monopine, replace an RBS 6201 cabinet with a T‑Mobile 6160 enclosure, and relocate two antennas. The planner recommended approval and the project was found exempt from CEQA. No other items are on the agenda.

• Conditional Use Permit and Steep Slopes Management Plan for 22258 Juniper St
• Replace existing 41' monopole with new 90' monopine
• Replace RBS 6201 cabinet with T‑Mobile 6160 enclosure
• Relocate two existing antennas to new monopine
• Planner recommendation: approve permit; CEQA exemption

Staff recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit and Steep Slopes Management Plan for the wireless facility at 22258 Juniper Street. The Zoning Administrator did not record a vote or final decision on the recommendation. No consent items or other decisions were made.

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will approve the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting and hold breakout sessions to set SMART objectives for broadband accessibility, teen health, and youth employment. A discussion item will address political activity rights and responsibilities for public commissioners, presented by Jeff Dellis. The meeting will also include subcommittee reports and announcements of upcoming volunteer events.

• Approve October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (Action Item)
• Identify 1–3 SMART objectives for broadband accessibility and plan meeting with Craig Griesbach
• Identify 1–3 SMART objectives for teen health and plan meeting with Toby Guevin
• Identify 1–3 SMART objectives for youth employment and plan meeting with Robin McFadden-Black
• Discussion of political activity – rights & responsibilities for public commissioners (presentation by Jeff Dellis)

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board will review data on behavioral health services and conduct a site visit to the Lovett House residential treatment program. The meeting will also include a presentation on the 'Let's Recover' program.

• Review of SUD Services data
• Presentation on 'Let's Recover' program
• Site visit to Lovett House Residential Treatment Program
• Review of October 3, 2025 Board minutes
• Peer Support discussion

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board met on November 7, 2025 and shared updates on services such as the MAT pilot, new outpatient providers, and residential capacity. Public comment highlighted concerns about staffing changes at CSU and a request for a program mapping. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors, together with the Town of Truckee, Nevada City, and Grass Valley councils, will hold a joint meeting to review California housing laws, the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) 7th cycle, and local workforce‑housing initiatives. The agenda includes presentations from state housing officials, county staff, and local agencies, followed by public comment and a discussion on regional partnership opportunities.

• State Housing Law Overview – presentation by Lisa Frank, Senior Housing Policy Specialist, HCD
• RHNA 7th Cycle Overview – presentation by Taylor Price, HCD
• Housing Element Discussion – coordinated by Tyler Barrington, Nevada County
• Workforce Housing Deep Dive – led by Lynn Baumgartner, Town of Truckee, with partners Isaac Landman and Heidi Volkhardt Allstead
• Local Housing Solutions Showcase – led by Amy Kesler‑Wolfson

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to vote on various service contracts, grant acceptances, and county code updates. Key items include funding for community resilience centers and transit infrastructure. The board will also receive a state of the hospital presentation from Tahoe Forest Health System.

• Acceptance of $2,303,812.50 in FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds for the Nevada County Abatement Program Phase 2
• Approval of $1,500,000 for mobile home repairs and replacements via the Manufactured Housing Opportunity and Revitalization Program
• Purchase of two ADA Accessible 24-passenger Ford F550 buses for $457,568
• Contracts for Community Resilience Centers with Gold Country Senior Services ($600,000), Interfaith Food Ministry ($496,900), and FREED Center ($100,000)
• Ordinance to update duties and descriptions for the Auditor-Controller, Director of Public Health, and Public Health Officer

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission will review the status of several historical plaques and fill a Vice Chair vacancy. The body will also plan for Nevada County History Day scheduled for April 18, 2026.

• Vice Chair vacancy
• Plaque status for Indian Springs, Elks Lodge, 505 Factory St., Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery, Sawmill/Brewery, and Eagle Hose
• Donner Summit Tunnel and Donner Cross plaques
• Dutch Flat Museum visit
• Planning for Nevada County History Day (April 18, 2026)

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The design for commission business cards was approved and Mike Kochis will place the order. Commissioners decided an election will be held in June to fill the Vice Chair vacancy created by Barbara Czerwinski’s resignation. The dedication date for the Indian Springs Schoolhouse plaque was tabled pending scheduling.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Approved business‑cards design; order to be placed by Mike Kochis
• Decided to hold a June election to fill the Vice Chair vacancy
• Tabled Indian Springs Schoolhouse dedication date (pending schedule)
• Scheduled Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery dedication for Oct 25
• Purchased five 64 GB SD cards for Lyman Gilmore Middle School video class ($64.48)
• Ordered further investigation of Donner Summit Tunnel plaque location
• Assigned Kathy Hillis to coordinate Nevada County History Day (April 18 2026)

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The regular meeting scheduled for October 16, 2025, has been canceled. No other business was listed on the agenda.

Solid & Hazardous Waste Commission

The Solid & Hazardous Waste Commission will approve the April 2025 meeting minutes, allow public comment, and hear two presentations—one on the Climate Resilience Project and another on recycling programs. The commission will also receive staff updates from Nevada County and the cities of Grass Valley, Nevada City, and the Town of Truckee.

• Approval of April 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per individual, 5 minutes per organization
• Presentation on the Climate Resilience Project by CDA Director Trisha Tillotson and Supervisor Sue Hoek
• Presentation by Interfaith Food Ministry on recycling programs
• Staff reports/updates from WM Operations, City of Grass Valley, City of Nevada City, Town of Truckee, and Nevada County Solid Waste

Assessment Appeals Board

The Nevada County Assessment Appeals Board will accept the minutes from its September 17, 2025 meeting and consider several written stipulations that adjust property values. It will vote on revised values for RC Gas, LLC; a revocable living trust for Gregory William Morgan; and Tractor Supply Company. The board will also hold hearings and make determinations on pending assessment appeals for Adam Fearing and other applicants.

• Accept minutes from the September 17, 2025 Assessment Appeals Board meeting.
• Approve a stipulated value of $250,000 for RC Gas, LLC at 13299 Noel Lane, Grass Valley.
• Approve a stipulated value of $550,000 for Gregory William Morgan revocable living trust at 112 Orchard Street, Nevada City.
• Approve a stipulated value of $6,200,000 for Tractor Supply Company at 120 Yuba River Court, Grass Valley.
• Hold hearing and decide on the appeal for Adam Fearing (property at 10130 Keiser Ave, Truckee) with an applicant value of $450,000 versus an assessor value of $429,200.

The board accepted the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the consent agenda, adopting stipulated values for RC Gas, LLC ($250,000), Gregory William Morgan trust (pending signed stipulation), and Tractor Supply Company ($6,200,000). The board voted unanimously to reconvene in closed session to decide the value for the Adam Fearing appeal and to issue the decision in writing within 120 days. It also approved a waiver to extend the hearings for three Gravity Haus Tahoe appeals to February 18, 2026.

• Accepted September 17, 2025 Assessment Appeals Board minutes
• Approved stipulated value for RC Gas, LLC to $250,000 (unanimous)
• Approved stipulated value for Gregory William Morgan trust (pending signed stipulation) (unanimous)
• Approved stipulated value for Tractor Supply Company to $6,200,000 (unanimous)
• Motion to reconvene in closed session for Adam Fearing appeal and provide written decision within 120 days passed unanimously
• Motion to waive and extend hearings for three Gravity Haus Tahoe appeals to Feb 18, 2026 passed unanimously
• Adjourned meeting at 11:56 a.m.

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will vote on a series of resolutions covering health, public safety, and housing initiatives. Items include funding renewals for child health care and tobacco control, contracts for a warming shelter and a dispatch radio tower, and authorizations to apply for large Homekey+ housing grants. The meeting also includes routine appointments and policy updates.

• Authorize joint applications for up to $7.2 million (Homekey+ Scattered Residential Sites) and $8 million (Homekey+ Veteran’s Housing) – Resolutions 25-2096 & 25-2112
• Approve $479,490 renewal of the Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care – Resolution 25-2074
• Increase Tobacco Control Plan funding by $600,000 to $1.65 million – Resolution 25-2089
• Approve $545,490 contract with RADCO Construction for a Dispatch Radio Tower – Resolution 25-2105
• Approve $333,810 three‑year SaaS contract for the Sheriff’s Office – Resolution 25-2070

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Adult & Family Services Commission will review several agenda items, including approval of September meeting minutes and an appointment to the AAA4 Advisory Council. Presentations on In Home Support Services and the FREED program in Truckee will be given. The meeting also includes a lunch and tour of Sierra Senior Services.

• Approve September meeting minutes
• AAA4 Advisory Council appointment – one vacancy
• In Home Support Services presentation – Leslie, Connecting Point (Truckee)
• FREED program presentation – Annie Mikal Heine (Truckee)
• Lunch and tour of Sierra Senior Services (1040 Estates Dr, Truckee)

The Adult & Family Services Commission voted to approve the September 2025 meeting minutes. Both the first motion (Louise Reed) and the second motion (Elizabeth Dreher) passed with all members in favor. No other motions were decided during the meeting.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (all in favor)

Zoning Administrator

The Nevada County Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on application PLN25-0086/CUP25-0003 for a commercial cat kennel at 13715 Green Haven Lane in Grass Valley. The applicant proposes converting an existing 530‑square‑foot barn into a play area with 13 kennel spaces. Staff recommends the project be exempt from CEQA and that the Conditional Use Permit be approved. The meeting also includes standard public comment time and procedural notices.

• Public hearing on PLN25-0086/CUP25-0003: commercial cat kennel application at 13715 Green Haven Lane, Grass Valley
• Proposed conversion of a 530‑sq‑ft barn into a cat play area with 13 kennel spaces
• Recommended CEQA exemption for the project
• Staff recommendation: approve the Conditional Use Permit
• Planner: Zachary Ruybal, Associate Planner

The Zoning Administrator approved a Conditional Use Permit for a commercial cat kennel at 13715 Green Haven Lane in unincorporated Nevada County. The project will use an existing 530‑square‑foot barn, converting it to a play area and 13 kennel spaces. The permit was found exempt from CEQA under Section 15303. No vote tally was recorded.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for commercial cat kennel at 13715 Green Haven Lane (no vote tally recorded)

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Nevada County Youth Commission will meet to appoint a Chair and Secretary for its subcommittees and define operational goals. The body will also hear from a media panel and review reports on youth employment, health, and accessibility.

• Election of subcommittee Chair and Secretary
• Media Panel moderated by Luca Ricciardi
• Reports on Accessibility, Teen Health, and Youth Employment subcommittees
• Discussion on 'Fun in the Foothills' event
• Planning for Spooktacular event on 10/31

Mental Health Board

The Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Behavioral Health Services Act Plan focus group. The board will also review a data notebook and discuss peer support and board goals.

• Behavioral Health Services Act Plan focus group
• Behavioral Health Directors Report from Phebe Bell
• Review of Data Notebook
• Discussion on Peer Support
• Review of Mental Health Board Goals

The board voted to approve the September 5, 2025 meeting minutes. Later, members adopted a corrected version of the Mental Health Board goals. No other formal actions were taken during the session.

• Approved September 5, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Suzanne Nobles, seconded by Iden Rogers)
• Adopted corrected Mental Health Board goals (motion by Suzanne Nobles, seconded by Iden Rogers)

Zoning Administrator

The Nevada County Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a parcel map amendment (PLN25-0057; AAM25-0003). The amendment seeks to expand the building envelope of 23011 Oak Mountain Court in Auburn from 2.5 acres to 3.7 acres. The planner recommends a conditional approval under CEQA guidelines. No consent items are on the agenda.

• PLN25-0057 / AAM25-0003: Amendment to Parcel Map PM05-033 to expand the building envelope of 23011 Oak Mountain Court from 2.5 to 3.7 acres – recommended conditional approval

The Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on September 24, 2025. The board conditionally approved the amendment to Parcel Map AAM25-0003, expanding the building envelope of Parcel 1 (APN 011-710-040) from 2.5 acres to 3.7 acres at 23011 Oak Mountain Court, Auburn, CA. The approval was recorded as the recommended project action. No vote tally was provided.

• Conditional approval of amendment to Parcel Map AAM25-0003

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will vote on several service contracts, budget amendments, and public health funding. The meeting includes a session for the Nevada County Sanitation District No. 1 and a closed session regarding litigation with Verizon Wireless.

• Amendment to California Forensic Medical Group contract for adult correctional facilities increasing the total amount to $28,051,913.53
• Funding agreement with Nevada County Transportation Commission for $1,013,854
• USDA award of $522,080 for the Nevada City and County Deer Creek Fuels Project
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford F-600 for the Sanitation Fleet for $178,414.10
• Renewal contract with Restpadd Health Corp for acute psychiatric services with a maximum of $1,900,000

Penn Valley Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)

The council will receive presentations on the Nevada County Safety Element update and a draft Alternative Housing Ordinance. The proposed ordinance would allow RVs to be used as accessory dwelling units on private property. Members will also receive updates from NID and Supervisor Sue Hoek regarding the Western Gateway.

• Draft ordinance to allow RVs as accessory dwelling units on properties 3 acres or larger
• Presentation on the update of the County General Plan Safety Element
• Proposed RV dwelling permits valid for two years with required site inspections
• NID update from Director Rich Johansen
• Western Gateway updates from Supervisor Sue Hoek

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to present candidates for the Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters position. The candidates will fill the remaining term of former Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters Natalie Adona. Public comment will be allowed on agenda items during the meeting.

• Presentation of candidates for Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters to fill the remaining term of former Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters Natalie Adona

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Commission will discuss the status of historical plaques and pending landmark applications. Members will also address the preservation of Davis Mill and plan for Nevada County History Day 2026.

• Plaque status for Grant School, Indian Springs, Elks Lodge, 505 Factory St., and Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery
• Application updates for Mill St. Sawmill / Brewery, Eagle Hose Co., and Mule Spring
• Discussion of potential landmarks: NCNGR Trestle and Heidelmann Lodge
• Review of Donner Summit Tunnel and Donner Cross plaques
• Davis Mill Preservation

The commission reported that the Board of Supervisors approved applications for the Mill St. Sawmill/Brewery and Eagle Hose Company sites, assigning each city responsibility for a plaque and dedication. The Mule Spring application was also approved, but no plaque or dedication will be provided. The Heidelmann Lodge application was placed on hold pending a revised submission, and the Indian Springs School dedication was tabled until a date can be set.

• Approved Mill St. Sawmill/Brewery landmark application (BOS approval)
• Approved Eagle Hose Company landmark application (BOS approval)
• Approved Mule Spring landmark application (BOS approval, no plaque or dedication)
• Placed Heidelmann Lodge application on hold pending updated submission
• Tabled Indian Springs School dedication date until scheduling permits

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Nevada County Agricultural Advisory Commission will meet on September 17, 2025 to discuss the Nevada County Alternative RV Housing Ordinance and may forward comments to the Planning Department. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and minutes, a public comment period, and informational agency reports. No formal action on the ordinance is scheduled unless authorized by the governing code.

• Discussion of the Nevada County Alternative RV Housing Ordinance (comments may be sent to Planning Department)
• Public comment period for agriculture‑related topics not on the agenda
• Approval of agenda and minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting
• Informational reports from Nevada County Planning Department, Nevada Irrigation District, and other agencies

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board will consider several requests to adjust property valuations. The board will review stipulated agreements between the Assessor and various applicants to establish corrected property values.

• Waiver to extend hearing for Truckee Meadows Water Authority (Donner Lake, Truckee)
• Stipulated value of $260,000 for 21224 Perimeter Road, Grass Valley
• Stipulated value of $591,000 for 21186 Perimeter Road, Grass Valley
• Stipulated value of $850,000 for 14169 Glacier View Drive, Truckee
• Stipulated value of $12,460,000 for 415 Sierra College Drive, Grass Valley

The Assessment Appeals Board accepted the minutes from the May 5 and July 21, 2025 meetings. It approved a stipulated assessed value of $12,460,000 for the property at 415 Sierra College Drive, Grass Valley (Application #24-028). The motion to approve the consent agenda, which included these items, passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:09 a.m.

• Accepted May 5, 2025 Assessment Appeals Board minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted July 21, 2025 Assessment Appeals Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved stipulated assessed value of $12,460,000 for 415 Sierra College Drive (unanimous)
• Motion to approve consent agenda passed unanimously

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Emergency Medical Care Committee is meeting to provide advisory updates on ambulance services and first aid practices. The session includes updates from Public Health, OES, and the Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency.

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

Transit Services Commission

The Transit Services Commission will consider authorizing the purchase of two ADA-accessible buses and establishing free fares for youth ages 6 to 17. The agenda also includes approving previous meeting minutes and accepting operational reports.

• Purchase of two ADA-accessible Class E buses for $457,568
• Resolution to establish free fares for youth ages 6-17
• Approval of May 21, 2025, Commission meeting minutes
• Nevada County Connects and Nevada County Now operations reports

South County Area Municipal Advisory Council (SCMAC)

The South County Area Municipal Advisory Council will receive presentations on the Nevada County Safety Element update and the Alternative/RV Housing Ordinance draft. The meeting is a special session scheduled for September 15, 2025.

• Presentation on Nevada County Safety Element Update
• Presentation on Alternative Housing Ordinance
• Public comment period for RV Housing Ordinance draft
• Consent Agenda: Approval of September 15, 2025 meeting agenda
• District 2 Supervisor Announcements

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed 12,000-square-foot warehouse and equipment yard in Grass Valley. The body will also consider removing use restrictions for a parcel in Penn Valley. Additionally, the commission will conduct annual reviews of three subdivision development agreements.

• Proposed 12,000-square-foot warehouse and equipment yard at 13837 & 13881 Park Court, Grass Valley
• Amendment to Villaggio di Vigneto Subdivision Map at 12787 Country Heights Drive, Penn Valley, to remove fire station use restrictions
• Annual Review of Harmony Ridge Subdivision Development Agreement
• Annual Review of Terra Alta Subdivision Development Agreement
• Annual Review of Ananda Village Development Agreement

The Nevada County Planning Commission approved the draft hearing minutes from April 24, 2025. It also approved the annual reviews of the Harmony Ridge, Terra Alta, and Ananda Village subdivision development agreements for the Comprehensive Master Plan. No other actions were recorded in this meeting.

• Accepted 2025-04-24 Planning Commission Draft Hearing Minutes – approved at hearing
• Approved annual review of Harmony Ridge Subdivision Development Agreement – approved at hearing
• Approved annual review of Terra Alta Subdivision Development Agreement – approved at hearing
• Approved annual review of Ananda Village Development Agreement – approved at hearing

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors will consider a series of resolutions, including health agreements, public safety contracts, and appointments. The most significant item is a resolution authorizing a $16,833,500 contract with Modern Building, Inc. to design and build a Regional Firearms Training Facility (Phase I). Other items include a $1,859,000 courthouse roof replacement contract, a $20,000 AB109 police officer services agreement with Grass Valley, a $2,703,267 WIC program renewal, and designations of three historic landmarks.

• $16,833,500 contract with Modern Building, Inc. for Phase I of a Regional Firearms Training Facility (Sheriff‑Coroner Dept.)
• $1,859,000 contract with MCM Roofing Co. for Nevada City Courthouse roof replacement (Public Works)
• $20,000 AB109 police officer services agreement between the Probation Department and the City of Grass Valley
• $2,703,267 renewal of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program agreement
• Designation of three Nevada County Historical Landmarks: Grass Valley Walsh Sawmill (309 Mill St.), Eagle Hose Company (139 E Main St.), and Mule Spring near Dutch Flat

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Adult & Family Services Commission will consider several actions, including approving a request for proposals to provide employment services using Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funds. It will also vote on adopting a Democratic Selection Policy and new language for the AFSC by‑laws, both required by a 2024 CSBG site‑audit corrective action. Additional items include the reappointment of Annie Mikal Heine to the Board of Supervisors and filling one vacancy on the AAA4 Advisory Council.

• Vote to approve RFP for providers of employment services for CSBG funds
• Vote to adopt Democratic Selection Policy per 2024 CSBG audit corrective action
• Vote to adopt new language for the AFSC By‑laws (to be sent to the Board of Supervisors)
• Vote on reappointment of Annie Mikal Heine to the Board of Supervisors
• AAA4 Advisory Council appointment – one vacancy

The commission approved the June and July 2025 meeting minutes with corrections, all in favor. Members voted to reappoint Annie Mikal‑Heine to the board, also unanimously. The RFP for employment services using CSBG funds was approved pending contract timeline confirmation. The Democratic Selection Policy required by the 2024 CSBG audit was adopted unanimously.

• Approved June 2025 minutes with corrections (all in favor)
• Approved July 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved reappointment of Annie Mikal‑Heine to the board (all in favor)
• Approved RFP for CSBG employment services providers (all in favor)
• Approved Democratic Selection Policy for low‑income sector representatives (all in favor)

Mental Health Board

The Nevada County Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board elected Marie Kittle as chair and Anne Rarick as vice chair, each by unanimous vote. A motion to approve the August 8, 2025 meeting minutes was made by Shera Banbury and seconded by Suzanne Nobles; the minutes do not record the vote outcome.

• Marie Kittle elected Chair (unanimous)
• Anne Rarick elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Motion to approve August 8, 2025 minutes (outcome not recorded)

Nevada County Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several service contracts for behavioral health, public health, and housing. Key decisions include setting the 2025/26 Ad Valorem tax rate and approving funding to resume Nevada County Animal Shelter operations.

• Budget amendment of $3,881,790 for the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Road Capital Improvement Budget
• Budget amendment of $380,529 to resume operations of the Nevada County Animal Shelter
• Contract with Adams Ashby Group, Inc. for $220,225 for Lone Oak II affordable senior housing
• Contract with Genuine Parts Company for fleet inventory operations not to exceed $1,200,000
• Setting of Ad Valorem tax rate and levy rates for General Obligation Bonds for fiscal year 2025/26

Community Corrections Partnership

The committee could not achieve a quorum, so no votes were taken. Members appointed Dan Foss to serve as the police representative in Chief Alex Gammelgard’s absence. Approval of the May 5 and May 15 meeting minutes was postponed for review at the next meeting. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Appointed Dan Foss as police representative (decision made)
• Quorum not achieved; voting not possible (outcome)
• Approval of May 5 & May 15 minutes held for review at next meeting (postponed)
• No roundtable topics selected (none)
• No public comment items received (none)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss updates on historical plaques and landmark applications. The body will also plan for Nevada County History Day and upcoming presentations.

• Plaque updates for Grant School, Indian Springs, Elks Lodge, 505 Factory St., and Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery
• Application updates for Mt. Lola, Mill St. Sawmill / Brewery, Eagle Hose Co., and Mule Spring
• Discussion of NCNGR Trestle as a potential landmark
• Planning for Nevada County History Day on April 18, 2026
• Historical Society Presentation regarding 2025 landmarks on September 18

The commission unanimously approved the Mt. Lola landmark application. Dedication dates were set for the Grant School plaque on September 14 and the Donner Cross ceremony was postponed to next spring. The request for Bill Litchfield to present on the Nevada County Hospital was accepted, while planning for the 2026 Nevada County History Day was tabled.

• Mt. Lola landmark application approved unanimously by the BOS
• Grant School plaque dedication set for Sunday, September 14 at 10:00 a.m.
• Donner Cross ceremony rescheduled to next spring
• Bill Litchfield's presentation request for the Nevada County Hospital accepted
• Planning for Nevada County History Day (April 18, 2026) tabled
• Chuck Scimeca to contact Sue Hoek regarding Indian Springs School dedication date
• Donner Cross ceremony postponement decision made by commission
• Donner Cross plaque retrieval contacts assigned to Mike Kochis and Jerry Martini

Mental Health Board

Shera Banbury moved to approve the corrected minutes from the June 6, 2025 meeting. The motion was seconded by Dr. Dave Davidson Methot and all members present voted in favor, resulting in unanimous approval. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved corrected June 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Assessment Appeals Board

The board removed Consent Agenda Item 1 from consideration. Gerald Bushore nominated Jim Rees as Chair and Jim Rees nominated Steve Hurley as Vice Chair; both motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the 2025/26 meeting calendar by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Removed Consent Agenda Item 1 from agenda (unanimous roll‑call)
• Selected Jim Rees as Chair (unanimous roll‑call)
• Selected Steve Hurley as Vice Chair (unanimous roll‑call)
• Approved 2025/26 meeting calendar (unanimous roll‑call)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The commission approved the revised Mule Spring application and recommended its designation as a historical landmark, passing the motion by unanimous vote. The minutes from the previous meeting were also approved unanimously. Commissioner Barbara Czerwinski announced her resignation effective October 1. A tentative Sutter Museum visit was set for August 15.

• Approved Mule Spring application and recommended landmark designation (unanimous vote)
• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous vote)
• Commissioner Barbara Czerwinski resignation effective Oct 1 announced
• Tentatively scheduled Sutter Museum visit for Aug 15

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The commission reported that the 2024‑25 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and California Infrastructure Fund (CIF) grants have been approved and will move forward. Kimberly was appointed to a seat on the AAA4 Advisory Council, leaving one vacancy still open. No formal votes were recorded due to lack of quorum for other agenda items.

• Approved new 2024‑25 CSBG and CIF grants (moving forward)
• Appointed Kimberly to a seat on the AAA4 Advisory Council (vacancy remains)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator approved three project actions for the Serpentine Farm Lane parcel, including an Oak Resources Management Plan, a Watercourses, Wetlands and Riparian Areas Management Plan, and a map amendment. The board also approved a Steep Slopes Management Plan and a variance for the Lakeshore South property. All approvals were made at the public hearing.

• Approved Oak Resources Management Plan (public hearing)
• Approved Watercourses, Wetlands, and Riparian Areas Management Plan (public hearing)
• Approved map amendment of Parcel Map PM05-031 (public hearing)
• Approved Steep Slopes Management Plan (public hearing)
• Approved Variance VAR24-0186 (public hearing)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting by unanimous vote. It also unanimously approved an amendment to the Mule Spring application to use the singular term "Spring" except when historical documents show "Springs". The commission deferred a decision on upkeep of Wolf and other markers to the next meeting. Jerry Martini was assigned to distribute the newly printed rack cards to members.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Mule Spring application terminology (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on upkeep of Wolf and other markers to next meeting
• Assigned Jerry Martini as distributor for rack cards
• Confirmed rack cards are being printed

Emergency Medical Care Committee

The Nevada County Emergency Medical Care Committee met on June 11, 2025 in Nevada City and Truckee and approved the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes. The session included updates on tactical active‑shooter/MCI training, measles and norovirus public‑health alerts, OES staffing and grant information, and several Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS agency initiatives. No additional actions or votes were recorded. The next committee meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2025.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (motion by Josh Sher, seconded by Paul Cummings)

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The Adult & Family Services Commission approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes after correcting the record about Nicole McNeely. Annie Mikal Heine made the motion, Louise Reed seconded, and the motion passed with all members in favor. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Mental Health Board

The Mental Health and Substance Use Advisory Board approved the minutes from the May 2, 2025 meeting, with all members present voting in favor. No public comment was received. The board heard presentations on the Tahoe‑Truckee school wellness program, a suicide‑prevention alcohol‑reduction campaign, the regional homeless action plan, and updates from Behavioral Health. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Accepted May 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 19 session. A proposal to amend coyote management regulations (14 CCR 472) was tabled for a future meeting. The next meeting was scheduled for July 16, 2025 at 6 p.m.

• Agenda approved unanimously (6-0)
• March 19 minutes approved unanimously (6-0)
• Coyote management amendment discussion tabled for future meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for July 16, 2025 at 6pm

Historical Landmarks Commission

The Historical Landmarks Commission unanimously approved the application to designate Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery as a historical landmark and will send a transmittal letter to the Board of Supervisors. Plaques for Grant School and Indian Springs School have been ordered and shipped, while the plaque language for the Grass Valley Elks Lodge is being finalized and funded. Several applications were scheduled for future Board of Supervisors calendar dates, and the minutes of the meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery landmark designation (unanimous)
• Plaques ordered and shipped for Grant School and Indian Springs School
• Plaque language for Grass Valley Elks Lodge being finalized and budgeted
• Mt. Lola application scheduled for BOS calendar on June 24
• 505 Factory St. application scheduled for BOS calendar on May 27
• Mill St. Sawmill/Brewery application scheduled for BOS calendar on July 22
• Eagle Hose Company application scheduled for BOS calendar on August 12
• Minutes of the meeting approved by unanimous vote

Community Corrections Partnership

The committee approved $20,000 for the PAWSS pet‑care program with a $1,000 limit on outreach and no attorney fees. It also approved $20,000 for Communities Beyond Violence’s restorative‑justice program, despite one member’s opposition. The Connecting Point program will not receive funding, and Women of Worth will be referred to the JJCPA for possible support.

• Recalled earlier vote to fund PAWSS and CBV (all present in favor)
• Approved $20K PAWSS funding with $1,000 outreach limit and no attorney fees (unanimous)
• Approved $20K CBV funding (vote 4-1)
• Did not fund Connecting Point program
• Referred Women of Worth to JJCPA for potential funding

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on May 14, 2025. The board approved the addendum to the Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Conditional Use Permit (CUP24-0006) for a fiberoptics communication facility at 10136 Hirschdale Road, Truckee. The approval was recorded as "Approved at Public Hearing". No vote tally was provided.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for fiberoptics facility at 10136 Hirschdale Rd (no vote tally)

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The commission approved the April 8, 2025 meeting minutes after minor changes. It recommended four individuals for appointment to the Adult & Family Services Commission. Officers were elected with Cindy Wilson as Chair, Dena Malakian as Vice Chair, and Kimberly Grant as Correspondence Secretary. The Community Needs Assessment and Community Action Plan were both approved and sent to the Board of Supervisors for consideration on June 3, 2025.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Recommended Elizabeth Dreher for appointment to AFSC (all in favor)
• Recommended Kimberly Grant for re‑appointment to AFSC (all in favor)
• Recommended Pamela Rasada for appointment to AFSC (all in favor)
• Recommended Christine Norwood for appointment to AFSC (all in favor)
• Elected Cindy Wilson as Chair, Dena Malakian as Vice Chair, Kimberly Grant as Correspondence Secretary (all in favor)
• Approved Community Needs Assessment with discussed edits (all in favor)
• Approved Community Action Plan and recommended Board of Supervisors approval on June 3, 2025 (all in favor)

Assessment Appeals Board

The board approved the consent calendar, which included accepting the March 19, 2025 minutes, granting a two‑year waiver to extend the hearing for H&S Energy LLC’s assessment appeal, and accepting a stipulated value of $5.6 million for TB/Triple T Ventures LLC. The board also denied the appeal of the Richard A. & Bozena I. Skucha Trust for lack of appearance. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved acceptance of March 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved two‑year waiver to extend hearing for H&S Energy LLC (unanimous)
• Approved stipulated value of $5,600,000 for TB/Triple T Ventures LLC (unanimous)
• Denied appeal of Richard A. & Bozena I. Skucha Trust due to lack of appearance (unanimous)

Assessment Appeals Board

The board unanimously approved the consent calendar. Hearings were held on Supplemental Assessment Applications S-648 and S-649. Findings of Fact will be provided for S-648, while the applicant withdrew the request for S-649. The board ruled that the Assessor must meet the burden of proof and will issue final decisions after closed‑session deliberation.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (motion by Steve Hurley, seconded by Nicole Phillips)
• Held hearing on Supplemental Assessment Application S-648; Findings of Fact to be provided
• Held hearing on Supplemental Assessment Application S-649; applicant withdrew request for Findings of Fact
• Determined Assessor bears burden of proof for both appeals
• Adjourned to closed session to finalize decisions on S-648 and S-649 (final decision pending)

Community Corrections Partnership

The committee approved the January and February meeting minutes and adopted the updated bylaws after unanimous votes. They decided to request sustainability plans from organizations before making any Innovation Fund awards and scheduled an additional CCP meeting on May 15, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 12:03 PM.

• Approved Jan and Feb meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved updated bylaws (unanimous)
• Decided to ask organizations for sustainability plans before funding decisions
• Scheduled an extra CCP meeting for May 15, 2025
• No public comment received
• Adjourned meeting at 12:03 PM

Mental Health Board

The board approved the corrected minutes from the April 4, 2025 meeting after a motion by Shera Banbury and a second by Suzanne Nobles, with all members present voting in favor. Supervisor Bullock moved to approve the Behavioral Health Services Act Annual Plan Update, which was seconded by Iden Rogers; the minutes do not record a vote outcome. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved corrected April 4 minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to approve MHSA annual plan moved and seconded (no vote recorded)

Historical Landmarks Commission

The commission voted unanimously to approve the Eagle Hose Company application and recommend its designation as a historical landmark to the Board of Supervisors. Commissioners also voted unanimously to authorize Chair Bernie Zimmerman to send a letter to State Assemblyman David Alvarez and State Senator John Laird about funding for the California Digital Newspaper Collection. The commission decided to remove the Teepee Burner item from future agendas. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Eagle Hose Company landmark application and recommended designation to BOS (unanimous)
• Authorized Bernie Zimmerman to send letter to state legislators regarding newspaper collection funding (unanimous)
• Removed Teepee Burner item from future agendas

Planning Commission

The Nevada County Planning Commission met on April 24, 2025. Commissioners heard a public hearing on a proposed Development Agreement to extend the expiration date of the South Woodlands Vesting Tentative Final Map. Staff recommended that the Board of Supervisors approve the agreement, but the minutes do not record any vote or final action by the commission.

Citizens' Oversight Committee (COC)

The Citizens' Oversight Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. The committee also elected Violet Nakayama as Board Secretary. Both approvals passed with unanimous votes of five members.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 13, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Elected Violet Nakayama as Board Secretary (5-0)

Assessment Appeals Board

The board unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including acceptance of the February 19 minutes and three Sun Forest Springs assessment stipulations. The board also approved acknowledgment of the Assessment Appeals Board Local Rule update after discussion. Finally, the board unanimously accepted the continuance of appeals 4a through 6b to the August 2025 meeting, pending a waiver for appeal 23-031.

• Approved consent agenda item 1 (accept February 19 minutes) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda item 3a (Sun Forest Springs LLC 2022/23 escape assessment) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda item 3b (Sun Forest Springs LLC 2023/24 regular assessment) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda item 3c (Sun Forest Springs LLC 2024/25 regular assessment) (unanimous)
• Approved agenda item 2 (acknowledge Local Rule update) (unanimous)
• Approved continuance of appeals 4a‑6b to August 2025 meeting, subject to waiver for appeal 23‑031 (unanimous)

Solid & Hazardous Waste Commission

The commission selected Supervisor Sue Hoek as Chair and Supervisor Robb Tucker as Vice Chair, with both appointments approved by all members. The October 2024 meeting minutes were also approved unanimously. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Chair appointment: Supervisor Sue Hoek selected, approved by all members
• Vice Chair appointment: Supervisor Robb Tucker selected, approved by all members
• October 2024 minutes approval: approved by all members

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator approved an amendment to the recorded parcel map for APN 055‑160‑018, expanding the western building envelope and updating farmland and oak resource plans. The board also approved a tentative parcel map and a petition for road‑standard exceptions to subdivide APN 028‑020‑056 into two parcels and reduce the required road width. Both actions were approved at the public hearing.

• Approved amendment to Parcel Map PM09-010 and Oak Resources Management Plan for APN 055-160-018
• Approved Tentative Parcel Map and Petition for Exceptions to reduce road width for APN 028-020-056

Adult & Family Services Commission Regular Meeting

The commission approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved CIF funding for Gold Country Community Services and Bright Futures for Youth and recommended the funding to the Board of Supervisors. The commission also approved the Community Needs Assessment as an advisory recommendation to the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (Cindy motioned, Louise second, Annie and Dena approved)
• Approved CIF funding for Gold Country Community Services and Bright Futures for Youth (Kimberly motioned, Cindy second, Annie approved, Dena and Louise abstained)
• Approved Community Needs Assessment as advisory role (vote passed, to be sent to BOS for final approval)

Nevada County Youth Commission

The Youth Commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes from March 10, 2025. It also unanimously voted to table the KidZone presentation for later discussion. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled KidZone presentation (unanimous)

Mental Health Board

The board voted to approve the minutes from the March 7, 2025 meeting. All members present voted in favor, with Suzanne Nobles abstaining. No other formal actions were taken during the session.

• Approved March 7, 2025 minutes (abstention: Suzanne Nobles)

Planning Commission

The March 27, 2025 meeting was led by Vice‑Chair McAteer and featured a Brown Act and commissioner‑role training presented by County Counsel Trevor Koski and Sims Ely. New Commissioner John Foley was introduced. No agenda items were voted on or decided.

Historical Landmarks Commission

The commission approved the Mill St. Sawmill/Brewery application and recommended its designation to the Board of Supervisors, passing the motion unanimously. A budget increase to $3,200 for the next fiscal year was noted. Two members, Mike Kochis and Felicia Tracy, were reappointed to the commission. A Certificate of Excellence was awarded to Andy Cassano for his work on the Kneebone Ranch and Cemetery application.

• Approved Mill St. Sawmill/Brewery historic landmark application (unanimous vote)
• Recommended Mill St. Sawmill/Brewery designation to the Board of Supervisors
• Noted budget increase to $3,200 for next fiscal year
• Reappointed Mike Kochis to the commission
• Reappointed Felicia Tracy to the commission
• Awarded Certificate of Excellence to Andy Cassano (Nevada City Engineering)
• No action taken on North Star House listing supplement
• No update on NCNGRR Trestle application

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Agricultural Advisory Commission approved its agenda by a 7‑0 vote and adopted the minutes from the January 15 meeting with a 6‑0 vote (one member abstained). The commission then voted 7‑0 to give Chair Mayo permission to work with staff and the NJUHSD CTE Director on a support letter for the Nevada Joint Union High School District School Ranch program.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 15 meeting (6-0, one abstention)
• Approved support letter for NJUHSD School Ranch (7-0)