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Sheriff’s Office Children’s Holiday Card Contest
Sheriff’s Office Launches Children’s Holiday Card Contest
Nevada City, CA – Calling local child artists! Elementary-aged children of Nevada County
are invited to submit their holiday-inspired artwork to the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office
(NCSO) for a chance to have their artwork published and transformed into the official
2023 greeting card for the agency with naming recognition.
In addition to having their artwork come to life for all to see, the winner will be personally
picked up at home in a Sheriff’s patrol vehicle on an agreed upon date and will be
chauffeured to school where their classroom will win big, too.
“While we can only have one winner, we wanted to make this contest extra special, so the
winner will get to treat their entire classroom to Donuts with Deputies as well as meet
Sheriff Moon,” said Undersheriff Alicia Burget.
Official contest forms with drawing directions are available for download on the Sheriff’s
website (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/3451/Sheriff) and Facebook page
(https://www.facebook.com/nevadacountysheriffsoffice). Additionally, the Nevada County
Superintendent of Schools has forms on hand in their office and Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/NCSOS.
Entries must be received by Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 at 5 p.m. Entries may be scanned in
color and emailed to sheriff@nevadacountyca.gov; dropped off in person at the Sheriff’s
Office, located at 950 Maidu Avenue #280, Nevada City, CA 95959; or mailed to the
Sheriff’s Office (please do not fold the picture if mailing).
Children at all Nevada County Elementary Schools and homeschooled children are
encouraged to participate in the Sheriff’s first-ever Children’s Holiday Card Contest.
Community Invited to Join Camp Cleanup to Minimize Fire Risk
Community Invited to Join Camp Cleanup to Minimize Fire Risk
Grass Valley, Calif. (October 11, 2023) – Hospitality House is co-hosting a camp cleanup with Nevada County Sherriff’s Office on Thursday, October 26. As fires are a perpetual concern for Nevada County residents, this camp cleanup is dedicated to trash and debris removal to prevent fire risk in the land between Idaho-Maryland Rd. and E. Bennett Rd. While Hospitality House routinely hosts community camp cleanups, this one is particularly rousing because of its multiagency collaboration. Hospitality House Director of Strategic Operations, Joe Naake, and Nevada County Enhanced Care Management (ECM) RN, Casey Davey, toured multiple parcels with Lieutenant Jason Perry of NCSO to assess activity in the homeless camps located on the properties and target specific areas for cleanup.
“When our agency was notified of an encampment issue, we immediately investigated the land in question and began working with Hospitality House and concerned citizens and stakeholders directly affected by the encampments,” said NCSO Lt. Jason Perry. “Our goal is to mitigate fire danger and to help people find alternative solutions to illegal camping, such as shelter at Utah’s Place.”
Hospitality House dedicates thousands of working hours each month to connecting individuals living on private and public lands with shelter resources. “Our Outreach Team’s mission is to link homeless campers to services and provide them pathways to housing,” said Naake. “Camp cleanups are an opportunity for us to band together to prevent fire danger while helping people exit the woods and enter the shelter.”
Hospitality House is inviting the public to participate in cleanup efforts but asks volunteers to bear in mind that the location is mildly difficult to navigate with uneven footing and limited accessibility by vehicles.
Know and Go – Advance Registration Required by October 20. To register, please email info@hhshelter.org or call 530-615-0852
Date: Thursday, October 26
Time: 8:00am to approximately 1:00pm
Where: Exact location/ parking details will be provided to confirmed registrants
What to bring: Gloves, a shovel (if you have one), sunscreen, and a truck (if possible)
What to wear: Long pants, hiking shoes/boots, sun protection (hats, long sleeves, sunglasses)
On the day of the event, all volunteers will undergo a brief requisite safety training and sign liability releases.
For questions about the camp cleanup or to register, please email info@hhshelter.org or call (530) 615-0852. For those unable to participate in the cleanup but still wanting to help, donations to support the work of Hospitality House are always appreciated. Donations may be made at hhshelter.org, by calling 530-615-0852, or by sending a donation made payable to Hospitality House at 1262 Sutton Way, Grass Valley, CA 95945
CNL Presents
‘UnCharitable’ – A Movie Event for Our Community
October 24th, 7pm – 9pm at the Del Oro Theater, Grass Valley
Event includes the 90-minute film plus Introductory remarks and a Q&A session following the movie with discussion around the implications of what the film presents for local giving and what we can take away and implement here in our community.
UnCharitable will be showing 1 night only at the Del Oro Theater in Grass Valley. This event is being produced in partnership with the Center for Nonprofit Leadership and Sierra Cinemas, hosted by Scott Beesley, CFP® and the Community Foundation of Nevada County.
Tickets are open to the public for $12 and can be purchased on the Sierra Cinemas’ Del Oro website.
CNL is offering discounted tickets to our member organizations, including their staff, boards, volunteers and donors. Unlimited tickets can be purchased for $5 each. Click HERE to purchase if you are connected to a CNL member organization.
“This film is a game changer for how we look at – and maximize – the impact of philanthropy and our local nonprofit sector.”
Scott Beesley, Certified Financial Planner® and socially responsible investment advisor, one of the event’s hosts.
Nevada County Happenings
Nevada County News
Three Options Considered for Edwards Crossing Bridge Replacement
The Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Edwards Crossing Bridge Replacement is available for review through November 14.
The bridge was built in 1904 and is considered structurally deficient. Three options are under consideration: building a new 200-foot bridge, constructing a new 500-foot bridge, or continuing to use the existing bridge. The historic bridge would be preserved in any of the options.
West Nile Virus Found in Nevada County
A case of West Nile Virus was identified in Nevada County in September. The patient is now home and doing well.
While many areas throughout California have already experienced West Nile Virus this year, this is the first human case of the disease in Nevada County this year. The last diagnosed case in Nevada County was in 2018.
Nevada County Hiring
Looking to Volunteer Program Coordinator
The Volunteer Program Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of the volunteer program, including recruitment, orientation, training, engagement, and recognition of volunteers.
This is a part-time position: Approx. 20 hours per week; non-exempt, hourly employee – some weekends and evenings required; reporting to the Executive Director. Compensation: from $22 hr. (commensurate with experience)
Click HERE to see full job description
To apply: Please send cover sheet and resume with references to Julie@inconcertsierra.org
InConcert Sierra presents exceptional classical and choral performances that inspire and enhance our cultural life. We offer a warm, inclusive community for enjoying music and we provide educational opportunities for youth and adults.
To learn more about InConcert Sierra, please visit their website at inconcertsierra.org
NEW JOBS THIS WEEK
Upcoming Webinars
Join us on October 17 to explore the values that many faith communities and public health groups share and the benefits of partnerships between the two. Speakers from two faith-based organizations will share examples of work grounded in racial and economic justice and legislative strategies to improve health. We hope to see you there.
Webinar: Lunch & Learn: Navigating Workplace Investigations
Tuesday, October 10, 12:00pm-1:00pm
This webinar will provide participants with the basic tools, strategies, and approaches to conducting effective workplace investigations. The speakers will provide a brief overview on when to investigate, how to select an investigator and formulate an investigation plan, effective interview techniques, and how to properly assess credibility and document your findings as well as top investigation mistakes and post-investigation considerations for the public sector.
Find out more and sign up here.
Webinar: Shaping the Future: Key Trends in Real Estate, Finance, and Economic Development
Wednesday, October 18, 1:00pm-2:30pm
Private sector investment priorities are undergoing profound changes. In response, local governments face the challenge of leveraging new real estate development trends, aligning with evolving worker preferences, and adapting to the digital economy’s transformative impact on flexibility and location. This session will empower local leaders with a deep understanding of the seismic shifts in land use and the nuances of and opportunities in public and private finance strategies. These insights are crucial to capture value in an environment of altered investment priorities. Moreover, this session provides actionable guidance on deploying effective economic development platforms to attract private investment and foster local prosperity. By equipping your community with these economic development strategies and public agency investment insights, you’re setting the stage for informed decision-making and ensuring a prosperous future.
Prevention News Digest
Advancing Comprehensive School Mental Health Systems: Guidance from the Field
Informed by experts in the school health field, this guide assists communities to develop high quality, comprehensive school mental health systems to support students. To develop a strong foundation of district and school professionals — including administrators, educators, and specialized instructional support personnel (e.g., school psychologists, counselors, social workers, nurses) — the guidance includes a focus on workforce development strategies for both pre-service (e.g., ensuring curriculum changes to teach undergraduate and postgraduate students in education, health, and behavioral health professions about high quality and sustainable school mental health systems) and in-service (e.g., training to build internal staff capacity).
Emergency Department Visits Increase for Mental and Behavioral Health Conditions in Children and Adolescents
Each year, during 2018–2023, the number and proportion of weekly ED visits for eight mental and behavioral health conditions were up to two times higher during the school semesters compared to summers among children and teens aged 10–17 years. Among children aged 5–9 years, the number and proportion of emergency department (ED) visits increased for five mental and behavioral health conditions. Parents and caregivers, educators, health care providers, and others who regularly interact with children and adolescents can learn about symptoms of mental distress, and monitor children and adolescents for possible increases in mental distress in the weeks leading up to and during the academic year. Read the MMWR.
October Activities and Calendar
New October Calendars Available!
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October is Fire Safety Month!
Fire Safety Month is used to raise awareness and help protect homes and families from the danger of fires.
Find a FREE activity for fire safety, on our website, HERE!