Rental subsidies are now available to very low-income individuals and families in Placer County that were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and meet the program criteria (excluding the City of Roseville).
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) offers assistance for up to four months of unpaid back rent and late fees accrued after March 13, 2020 (not to exceed $2,500).
The program is scheduled to END on December 31st and is limited to funds available!
Eligibility Criteria:
Must be income eligible for the program (see flyer for specifics)
Must currently be renting or leasing a unit in Placer County (excluding Roseville City Limits) pursuant to a written rental agreement
Owner of the unit must be willing to enter into a rental assistance agreement with Placer County through the TBRA Program
At least of one of the following criteria must be met:
The household includes a member that has tested positive for COVID-19 and must quarantine so the wage earner(s) are unable to attend work
The household has experienced a documented decrease in total gross monthly household income of at least 30% because of the pandemic
The household has experienced a documented loss of income due to the pandemic and is behind or falling behind on rent
Interested renters should contact 211 for screening by dialing 2-1-1 or 1-833-DIAL211.
211 Placer operators will go through a screening sheet to determine if the household is potentially eligible. All households that pass the screening will be referred over to Placer County and eligible applicants will be sent the TBRA Application to apply for assistance.
The State of California moved Placer County into the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy ‘red’ tier – further easing restrictions in the county. Sectors that can open indoors with modifications include restaurants, places of worship, gyms and fitness centers, movie theaters and personal care services.
In addition, the Placer County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution declaring the end of Placer County’s local health emergency on Tuesday, September 8.
Since the board’s ratification of the local health emergency March 9, the county has and will continue to work diligently to manage local disease spread – sharing community health information; reporting COVID-19 case dynamics at board meetings; providing a COVID-19 dashboard for community reference; addressing the needs of vulnerable populations; and clarifying state guidance so local businesses can reopen responsibly and consistent with state public health orders and safety protocols.
While acknowledging that California’s state of emergency and Department of Public Health orders, directives and guidance remain in full effect in Placer County, the resolution expresses the board’s concerns that the state framework for measuring COVID-19 mischaracterizes the current state of disease specifically in Placer County and harms the community’s economic, health, mental and social well-being.
Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) Status Language and Definitions:
PSPS Warning: A PSPS Watch will be upgraded to a Warning when forecasted conditions show that a safety shutoff will be needed, and that it is going to happen soon. Whenever possible, Warning notifications will be sent approximately four to 12 hours in advance of the power being shutoff.
PSPS Watch: Whenever possible, an initial Watch notification will be sent two days in advance of a potential PSPS event, followed by an additional Watch notification one day before the potential PSPS event, notifying customers of the possibility of a PSPS event in their area based on forecasted conditions.
Weather Advisory/Air Quality
Update 9/24 @ noon: A Fire Weather Watch is in place over the weekend in Nevada County from Saturday, September 26 – Monday, September 28.
Weather Advisory Language and Definitions:
Red Flag Warning: Take Action. Be extremely careful with open flames. National Weather Service issues a Red Flag Warning when fire conditions are ongoing or expected to occur shortly.
Fire Weather Watch: Be Prepared. A watch means critical fire weather conditions are possible but not imminent or occurring.
As of the publication of this news item, the Jones Fire is at 705 acres and 85% contained. All evacuation orders and warnings have been lifted, and Nevada County is moving into the recovery phase of this disaster.
As a partner to Nevada County Office of Emergency Services, 211 Connecting Point keeps concerned residents and their families up-to-date.
211 call center staff fielded 1,820 calls last week, helping people connect with information and resources pertaining to the Jones Fire. We sent out 45 updates to over 10,800 people at peek subscribership to our 797979 JONES text code. Our Jones Fire web page was viewed over 25,000 times. Even as some of our staff were impacted by evacuation or temporary power outages, as members of this community, we are proud to serve our friends and neighbors.
Here are some important resources if you were directly impacted by the Jones Fire or evacuations:
Let’s Talk Nevada County call (530) 265-5811 or toll free 1-888-801-1437 – for emotional and mental health support
Evacuation Expense Reimbursement may be available from your homeowners’ or renters’ insurance, even if your home was not damaged
The staff at 211 Connecting Point wish all those impacted by the fire and related evacuations swift recovery. We send our deep appreciation to first responders and staff still on the scene at the Jones Fire working on full containment, and those who are working on wildfires across the state of California.
211 Connecting Point encourages all of our Nevada County callers to sign up for CodeRED. This is the official emergency notification system of Nevada County that will directly notify you via call and text message if there is an evacuation order or warning for your address. Wildfire season has only just begun. It is important to maintain situational awareness and stay prepared. Be sure to:
Stand up and be counted by September 30th. In early August the US Census Bureau cut the Census 2020 deadline short by a month, putting a complete count at significant risk. Census counts determine California’s access to millions of dollars in federal funding, the number of seats California holds in the House of Representatives, and how Congressional and State Legislative districts are drawn. It’s important that everyone complete the Census without delay.
Traditionally, workers and volunteers go door to door, reaching out to people who have not yet responded to the Census. This is challenging in the wake of COVID-19, made harder by the reduced timeline. Completing the Census for your household online or by phone today will help focus outreach efforts on the 2 million people who may not otherwise complete the Census.
Another barrier is confusion and concern about who should complete the Census. The Census is for everyone, including:
Residents regardless of immigration status. There is no immigration question on the Census
People who speak languages other than English. The Census can be completed in over 13 languages
Children in the household. Children from 0-5 are often undercounted in the Census
The Census Bureau is sworn to uphold the safety and security of your information. Find out more about security and how Census information is used.
Essential county services like wildfire and disaster response rely on federal funding based on the information collected during the Census. The Census impacts local access to school programs, critical transportation services, housing and social services. Undercounts can reduce these services in our local communities for the decade to come.
Participating in the Census takes about 10 minutes and ensures that your community has funding for critical local services. Help us spread the word in one click – share our Facebook post.
Beginning Aug. 25, eligible small businesses and non-profit organizations in Placer County can begin applying for Placer Shares grant funding to offset impacts caused by the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting state shutdown order.
The grant program is made possible by the Placer County Board of Supervisors who directed that 20% of the $40 million from CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act funding be set aside to help small businesses and nonprofits, the largest percentage of any county in the state.
Supplemental grant assistance for non-profits will be administered by the Placer and Tahoe-Truckee Community Foundations.
“Placer County is committed to supporting our local businesses and nonprofits impacted during this economic crisis,” said Board Chair Bonnie Gore. “That is why the county is diverting 20% of our CARES funding, more than any other county in California, to support business and nonprofits, helping them stay open. We are a strong and resilient community. Our Board stands firm to support our local economy with everything we’ve got.”
The grant program, which will be based on need, could provide awards of up to $10,000 to cover eligible COVID-19 expenses, identified by United States Treasury guidance.
Grant applications will be accepted online Aug. 25 – Sept. 7 on the Placer Shares website.
Placer Shares: Eats & Drinks
In addition, the Placer County Board of Supervisors approved an additional $1.2 million in grant funding to assist restaurants and bars impacted by COVID-19 in the county.
Eligible restaurants and bars may begin applying for $1,000 in grant funding via the newly established Placer Shares: Eats & Drinks program.
“This pandemic has been devastating to our entire community, especially restaurants and bars,” said Placer County Board of Supervisors Chair Bonnie Gore. “The Eats & Drinks program is just one example of Placer’s commitment to help business sectors hardest hit by COVID-19.”
The Board of Supervisors voted to offer fee relief for restaurants and bars who had paid their annual county inspection fees but were ordered to close by the state due to COVID-19.
Placer Shares, Eats & Drinks grant funding is separate from the Placer Shares $8 million grant fund.
Eligible restaurants and bars may apply for both Eats & Drinks and Placer Shares programs.
Red Flag Warning: Take Action. Be extremely careful with open flames. National Weather Service issues a Red Flag Warning when fire conditions are ongoing or expected to occur shortly.
Fire Weather Watch: Be Prepared. A watch means critical fire weather conditions are possible but not imminent or occurring.
UPDATE 8/22/20 @ 11:25PM: Fire Weather Watch Upgraded to a Red Flag Warning Sunday-Monday. Find ways you can prepare for fire weather.
UPDATE 8/21/20 @ 11:30AM: Thunderstorms with little to no rainfall are possible once again Sunday – Tuesday. These could produce fire starts, so a Fire Weather Watch has been issued. Remember, always have an emergency plan during fire season in case a fire starts near you.
Evacuation Order: Immediate threat to life and a lawful order to leave now. The area is lawfully closed to public access
Evacuation Warning: Potential threat to life and/or property. Those who require additional time to evacuate, and those with pets and livestock should leave now.
Shelter in Place: Go indoors. Shut and lock doors and windows. Prepare to self-sustain until further notice and/or contacted by emergency personnel for additional direction.
UPDATE 8/20/20 @ 1:30PM: There are no longer any Evacuation Warnings in place for the Jones Fire.
Road Closures
UPDATE 8/22/20 @ 9:00AM Highway 49 above Nevada City has reopened to traffic with no restrictions. The roadway was closed for several days due to the Jones Fire.
Shelter
Temporary Evacuation Points
As of 2pm on 8/21/2020, all temporary evacuation points have been closed due to lack of utilization.
Animal Evacuation
An animal evacuation shelter has been activated at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Road in Grass Valley.
If you need to get into an evacuated area to check on animals, go to the Nevada County Fairgrounds to be placed on a list with animal evacuation. Law enforcement is utilizing that list.
Call 530-557-5474 for questions about animal evacuation.
Gold Country Stage and Gold Country Lift are providing transportation for evacuees with animals. Animals must be able to be carried & controlled by their owners. Animals too large to be carried by their owners (e.g. livestock, cows, horses) are not allowed. All service animals are allowed. Contact the County of Nevada Transportation Department at 530-477-0103.
Recovery Resources
The Nevada County Relief Fund may provide residents displaced as a result of the Jones Fire with short-term assistance to fill immediate needs such as temporary accommodations, groceries, gas, etc. or make repairs necessary to help get you rehoused. Grantmaking is limited to funds raised; applications will be evaluated by County caseworkers. Apply here.
With high temperatures forecast for the coming week, Placer County Public Health is encouraging residents to avoid prolonged exposure to the heat and take proactive measures to prevent heat-related illness.
“Excessive heat poses real dangers, especially to young children, older adults, pregnant women, people with chronic diseases or disabilities and people who are socially isolated,” said Mike Romero, Placer County public health manager.
“In past heat spells we’ve seen very little use of our cooling centers at Placer libraries, so we feel confident we’ll be able to work directly with those who don’t have access to a cool space to find tailored solutions to keep them safe from the heat and COVID-19.”
The new 211 Placer information and referral system is online and ready to help connect Placer residents with social services and resources to keep them cool and safe.
Placer County Public Health and Office of Emergency Services will continue to monitor the weather and community needs and have plans in place to open cooling centers in compliance with prescribed state COVID-19 guidance if the need arises.
To help beat the heat residents should:
Stay hydrated by regularly drinking water or other nonalcoholic beverages;
Use home air conditioners;
Use portable electric fans to exhaust hot air from rooms and draw in cooler air;
Take cool baths or showers or use cool compresses to prevent overheating;
Minimize direct exposure to the sun;
Eat light, cool, easy-to-digest foods such as fruit and salads;
Wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothes, as well as wide-brimmed hats to protect the face and neck;
Wear sunglasses that provide 100% UVA and UVB protection;
Apply sunscreen liberally before going outdoors;
Check on older, sick or frail people who may need help responding to the heat;
Know the symptoms of excessive heat exposure. Heat-related illnesses include cramps, exhaustion and heat stroke. Warning signs can include heavy sweating, muscle cramps, weakness, headaches, nausea, vomiting, paleness and dizziness;
Avoid leaving children or pets alone in cars for any amount of time; and
Do not exercise outdoors during the hottest parts of the day.
Residents should seek medical attention if they experience rapid, strong pulses; feel delirious; or have a body temperature above 102 degrees.
Seniors are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illness and may not realize when they are in danger. Certain medications, health conditions or poorer circulation can limit their ability to sweat and cool themselves effectively. Residents are encouraged to check in with the seniors in their lives and call 211 if they need any support or services.
People in Placer County can access 211 in multiple ways:
PHONE: Dial 2-1-1 (or 1-833-DIAL211; for TTY: 1-844-521-6697) to speak with a call specialist. Language interpretation is available.
TEXT: Text your zip code to 898211. Your text plan’s rates will apply.
ONLINE: Visit 211Placer.org to access an online searchable database and to chat with or email specialists.
August 12, 2020, the Office of Emergency Services conducted a test of Nevada County’s CodeRED Emergency Alert System and they seek your feedback. Share your experience by completing the emergency alert test Community Survey!
More than 150 surveys have already been submitted providing valuable information about the emergency alert test. Many residents shared that the alert appeared to be a sales or spam call due to an automated announcement preceding the notification. The Office of Emergency Services has taken steps to prevent this from happening in the future. Moving forward, alerts will begin with a recording of a human voice that will state, “CodeRED Emergency Alerts from County of Nevada“.
211 Nevada County received over 40 CodeRED sign-ups on the day of the test. Normally 211 signs up 60-80 new users in a month.
In just 6 days, approximately 1,300 gallons of hand sanitizer and 314,000 surgical masks were given to more than 1,000 small businesses from Truckee to Penn Valley. The Nevada County spirit was on full display as volunteers from civic organizations, athletic clubs, service groups, chambers of commerce, special districts and local agencies banded together to support the Office of Emergency Services in providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to small businesses and non-profit organizations. In total, 170 volunteers ranging from teens to retirees and representing more than 20 organizations helped during the distribution period.
“I feel so much more secure knowing that we’ve got a stash of supplies that we can freely hand out without penny-pinching and withholding from our staff…We’re well set up so that no matter what comes in the future, we won’t get caught like we did in March where there just wasn’t anything available. Thank you so much for getting us well-positioned for whatever the next few months hold for us. It’s really helpful to have those extra supplies. Thank you, thank you, thank you,” says Holly Verbeck from Hey Chef who received supplies in Truckee.
In addition to the PPE that was made available through the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) in collaboration with the Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), small businesses were able to get evacuation tags and emergency planning materials from the county Office of Emergency Services and the Sheriff’s Office. In Truckee, businesses received information on how to complete the 2020 Census, and educational community resource pamphlets and flyers.
“With limited in-person outreach this summer, we felt it was a valuable opportunity to share tools to help Nevada County get ready for the possibility of a wildfire or Public Safety Power Shutoff,” said Jenn Tamo, Senior Administrative Analyst with Office of Emergency Services, who helped coordinate the effort. “It was wonderful to be reminded of how our community comes together during challenging times. This truly could not have happened without the incredible assistance from volunteers and organizations like 211 with their Volunteer Hub that mobilized quickly to bring everyone together,” she adds.
As a bonus, South Fork Vodka was inspired to add a donation of 300 gallons of hand sanitizer in various sizes to the donation bounty. “They were working alongside us at both locations on the distribution days. There are so many people and organizations to thank. We could not have done this without them, or the generous donations of bags from Grocery Outlet, Mountain Hardware, Raley’s O-N-E Market, SPD Market, and Connecting Point,” adds Courtney Henderson, who coordinated the distribution effort in Truckee.
In addition to the 170 volunteers who made this event possible, of special note, the County Office of Emergency Services would like to thank the following partners:
Cal Office of Emergency Services California Census 2020 Connecting Point Economic Resource Council Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce Grass Valley Downtown Association NC TECH Nevada City Chamber of Commerce Nevada County Association of Realtors Nevada Union Athletics Rotary International Sierra Business Council SPD Market Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation The Center for the Arts Town of Truckee Truckee Chamber of Commerce Truckee Downtown Merchants Association Truckee Tahoe Airport Community Partner Truckee Welcome Center Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District
The County of Nevada Office of Emergency Services (OES) is offering local small businesses and non-profits with 25 or less employees a 30-day supply of masks and hand sanitizer for each employee at no cost. On July 28, 29, and 30, Eastern Nevada County businesses and organizations can pick up their no-cost Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at the Truckee Rodeo Grounds from 8am-1pm.
Small businesses and non-profit organizations with less than 25 employees are eligible for the no-cost PPE. To request PPE, small business owners must complete an online application in advance to expedite the processing and distribution of the PPE. Please use this link to sign up: https://bit.ly/SmallBusinessPPETruckee.
Five pallets of materials have been delivered into Truckee for the distribution, including over 100,000 masks and 860 gallons of hand sanitizer. Distribution site and volunteer coordinator, Courtney Henderson, said that, “We need to be doing everything we can to prioritize the health of our local businesses and organizations, including keeping their employees safe and healthy and minimizing the spread of Covid-19. This program is critical to achieving all of those goals. We hope that any local business or organization that has less than 25 employees will come out and pick up their no-cost PPE.”
Those picking up their no-cost PPE will also receive an information packet, with Covid-19 mitigation best practices, business and social services information, and Census completion flyers.
The program is intended to reach small local businesses and organizations, with a particular focus on hard-toreach businesses and non-profits. At this time, public schools, hospitals, grocery stores, and manufacturers are ineligible for the program because these institutions are served by other programs that offer PPE.
The PPE is being provided from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and being distributed as a partnership between the County of Nevada, Town of Truckee, Sierra Business Council, Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, Truckee Chamber of Commerce, Truckee Downtown Merchants Association, the Truckee Welcome Center, Truckee Tahoe Airport, and Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District.
Questions for Eastern Nevada County pick up? Contact: County of Nevada Office of Emergency Services OES@co.nevada.ca.us, 530-557-5677
The Placer County Office of Emergency Services is aiding businesses, between the City of Roseville and the Donner Summit, that qualify for this program. PPE includes face coverings and hand sanitizer.
This free PPE is intended to be a stop-gap for businesses that are having difficulty acquiring necessary PPE for their operation; certain restrictions apply.
Eligible businesses are encouraged to submit their request to one of the following cities:
Do you use public transportation to get around? Are you interested in improving our transit systems? Your input is needed!
On Monday, July 20, 2020 at 10:00 a.m there will be a joint meeting of the Accessible Transportation Coalition Initiative/Mobility Action Partners Coalition (ATCI-MAPCO) and Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC).
The meeting will include a discussion on transit needs in Nevada County, including the Town of Truckee and inter-regional connections. This is your chance to help shape transportation services in our region.
How to Join the Meeting:
The meeting will be held via video teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions on public gatherings. To join from your computer, tablet, or smartphone, click the link below on the meeting date and time:
Public Comment will be opened during the Public Comment time and for each agenda item. Please use the Zoom “Raise Hand” feature. Phone attendees: Press *9 to Raise Hand.
For additional information, please contact:
Mike Woodman, Deputy Executive Director Nevada County Transportation Commission Email: mwoodman@nccn.net
As our community progresses through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) reopening, Nevada County Transit Services continues to provide essential service while implementing best practices to minimize the spread of coronavirus.
As part of the reopening process Gold Country Stage and Gold Country Lift will begin collecting regular fares as of August 1, 2020.
Staff would like to thank the community for its continued use of the Nevada County Transit Services throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
As a reminder; per California Department of Public Health directive, effective June 19, 2020 all passengers are required to wear face coverings while waiting for, or riding, on public transit.
Additionally, all passengers are strongly encouraged to continue practicing the following.
Wash hands frequently with warm water and soap
Use hand sanitizer if unable to wash your hands
Cough or sneeze into a tissue or elbow
Sit at least six (6) feet away from others (at a bus stop or on the bus)
DO NOT RIDE THE BUS IF YOU ARE SICK. If you are travelling to a medical appointment or the hospital due to COVID-19 symptoms, please call your health care provider first before riding on transit or going into your doctor’s office.
Bus schedules are available in the Gold Country Stage Rider’s Guide, at www.goldcountrystage.com or call the office 530-477-01013 x 0 for travel planning information.
How has COVID-19 impacted your life and how should lessons learned from the pandemic inform the Master Plan for Aging?
The California Department of Aging wants to hear your story.
COVID-19 has changed the lives of Californians in so many ways. Millions of people of all ages are staying home and reinventing how to live, work, and connect with family, friends, and communities. Many are experiencing isolation, interruption in services, and loss of income due to the pandemic and resulting recession. Others cannot stay home, because of essential work and services, or do not have a home, and face greater risks of exposure.
The California Department of Aging (CDA) is committed to learning from the challenges, changes, and losses due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). CDA will use these learnings to inform the Governor’s Master Plan for Aging, which will be released in December 2020.
This is an opportunity to tell the CDA about your experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and your thoughts on to increase support for older adults, persons with disabilities, and families and caregivers in California. Feel free to share the survey with your personal and professional networks so they can add their voices too.
CDA will use these learnings to inform the Governor’s Master Plan for Aging, which will be released in December 2020.
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