Regional
Investigators at dead end in Pezzaglia vandalism case
On June 26th the Nevada County Sheriff’s Department completed its Crime/Incident Report on its investigation regarding an act of attempted vandalism at the home of Marty Pezzaglia, a Nevada City resident on June 10th. YubaNet.com received a copy of the report from Pezzaglia. Included in the report are statements by Supervisor Drew Bedwell, who was interviewed by the Sheriff’s Department in regards to his knowledge of the incident.
Jun 28, 2003, 08:14
Upgrade for Scotts Flat Recreational Facilities
Recreational facilities at Scotts Flat Reservoir will be upgraded under actions taken Wednesday (June 25) by the Nevada Irrigation District Board of Directors.
The district plans to upgrade existing group camp and day use areas at the Gate 2 Campground on the north side of the reservoir. Planned improvements include camp tables, fire rings, a group shelter, handicap accessible restrooms and improved parking.
Jun 26, 2003, 22:11
TNF Reminds Visitors of Safety Concerns for the Fourth
The Fourth of July offers visitors a 3-day weekend to explore the Tahoe National Forest, however, Forest officials are asking folks to be especially safety minded this holiday. “Rivers are still running very high, swift, and cold,” stated Judie Tartaglia, Acting Forest Supervisor. Recreationists are reminded that even though the rivers may appear inviting, they can be especially treacherous.
Jun 26, 2003, 21:11
Grass Valley approves South Auburn Village project
The Grass Valley City Council gave the go ahead for a 10.83 acre mixed-use project on the northeast side of the South Auburn and Whiting Street intersection. The project will provide 34 duplex and 23 apartment units with 15,821 sq. ft. of commercial and 9,543 sq. ft. of office space.
Jun 25, 2003, 10:03
Nevada County has a Budget, sans Bedwell
A marathon session awaited Supervisors on Tuesday as the 2003/2004 Budget needed final approval. A draft for a 'Revolving Door' policy, appeals on Planning Commission decisions and a farewell to Human Services Agency Director Phyllis Murdock rounded out the agenda.
Jun 25, 2003, 07:09
TNF Completes Fitness Testing for Fire-Going Personnel
The Tahoe National Forest completed its last fitness test for fire-going personnel on Tuesday, June 24th. Held at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, the “Work Capacity Test” measures muscular strength and aerobic fitness. Depending on one’s job on a fire, there are 3 levels of the Work Capacity Test (WCT). Firefighters must be able to walk 3 miles while carrying a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes.
Jun 25, 2003, 06:30
New Business Hours for Nevada City
In their Monday meeting the City Council voted unanimously to approve new business hours for the Nevada City administration. Ten hours straight every day, Monday through Thursday will accommodate citizens to conduct business during the summer months. The administration will be closed on Fridays.
Jun 24, 2003, 06:40
Red Flag Warning Issued for Tuesday Through Thursday
The National Weather Service is calling for a Red Flag Warning for the Northern Sacramento Valley and the eastern foothills Tuesday through Thursday of this week. The watch is for north to northeast winds gusting over thirty miles per hour, high temperatures, and low humidities with poor humidity recovery overnight.
Jun 24, 2003, 06:26
Gold Country Stage, where did the Money go?
The Gold Country Stage, western Nevada County’s public bus system, is poised to slash services and raise fares – including ending evening bus service and increasing the $20 monthly pass to $72 for some routes.
Expecting a $400,000 shortfall, officials say their hands are tied. Cuts have to be made.
But one fact isn’t getting much attention: In 1980, under something called a joint powers agreement, the county, Nevada City and Grass Valley started helping themselves to 22.5 percent of the bus system’s primary source of funding – a quarter-cent sales tax. The California Legislature established it in 1971 to fund local bus services all around the state.
Jun 21, 2003, 08:11
Yuba County protesting tribal legislation
Yuba County supervisors voiced concern Tuesday that a small Indian tribe in the foothills is trying to skirt federal recognition procedures through congressional legislation.
Supervisors said they intend to adopt a resolution protesting the efforts of U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer on behalf of the Strawberry Valley Band of Pakan-Yani Maidu.
The tribe lost its federal recognition in 1961 and has been trying to regain its status in recent years.
A few months ago, Boxer circulated proposed legislation, the California Tribal Status Act of 2003, on behalf of the Yuba County tribe and another tribe in Sonoma County.
So far, she has not introduced the bill, but Yuba County officials are still wary.
"I think what bothers me is the way it's being done," said Supervisor Don Schrader, because "it takes state and local control out of the picture."
If the bill becomes law, said Schrader, "The Strawberry Valley band could obtain property in Yuba, Sutter, Butte, just about anywhere. I think it's bad legislation when we're being forced by federal legislation to accept sovereign land without any input from the state or federal government."
Full story: Appeal Democrat
Jun 20, 2003, 06:42
United Way terminates all full-time employees
United Way of Nevada County announced the termination of Executive Director Carla Bonetti and all full-time employees as a result of a fundraising shortfall and a need to refocus on basics.
Jun 19, 2003, 08:38
NID workshops on Raw Water Master Plan
Nevada Irrigation District directors John Drew and Scott Miller will host public workshops on June 24 and June 25 on the current update of NID’s Raw Water Master Plan.
The update is being prepared by Kleinschmidt Associates, Inc., a Sacramento-based water resource consulting firm, under a $474,000 contract approved March 12, 2003 by the NID Board of Directors. Studies are expected to take about 15 months and a final plan is anticipated in Summer, 2004.
Jun 19, 2003, 06:28
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