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Is the Nevada County Planning Commission Violating Property Rights?
Because the mob was completely ill-informed, they likely did not know the extent to which Conger went to obtain proper approval of the event permit in accordance with the County’s ordinance.
Nevada County Supervisor Hardy Bullock Cuts off Local Resident During Public Comment
The Brown Act, which governs public meetings of local agencies, states in part: “The legislative body of a local agency shall not prohibit public criticism of the policies, procedures, programs, or services of the agency, or of the acts or omissions of the legislative body.”
Full Term Appointments for Elected Positions Isn’t Responsible Governance
Despite a strong recommendation from the Nevada County Superior Court filed on November 18, 2022, against appointment, the Board proceeded with its decision to appoint her for a full term. Recent appointments by the Board of Supervisors for elected positions, such as the recent appointment of Gina Will to the position of Auditor-Controller, have cast doubt on the Board’s adherence to fair and impartial practices – and for good reason.
Is a Total Pay and Benefits Package of $430,800 Sustainable Pay In The Public Sector?
Over the past eight years, their total financial compensation packages have nearly doubled, which is incredibly alarming considering our county's budgetary challenges.
Does the Board of Supervisors Have a Fiduciary Responsibility to the Public?
As fiduciaries of the Public Trust, the supervisors must always display honesty, integrity, and good faith toward their constituents, the People. My feeling is that Hardy Bullock, Sue Hoek, Heidi Hall, and Ed Scofield have failed their constituents in this area. Hall and Bullock touted that they did fact-check the salary comparisons, but this is possible when you line up the comparative counties.
Nevada County’s Failed Expert-Driven Ideology
The general feeling of the public that our supervisors and the County lack respect for our residents, local businesses, and for taxpayer dollars is a natural consequence of the County’s ideology which is based upon the idea that the supervisors and the County are the “experts” and that the public is ignorant and is incapable of caring for itself.
Reviewing the Data of Executive Staff Compensation
I remind all readers that in private companies the CEO must achieve greater revenue than expenses, a process that requires skill on both sides of the equation. Looking at the adopted budgets for the last six years, expenses have exceeded revenue.
Robb Tucker for Nevada County Supervisor, District 2
“We are a special and different place, and our policies need to reflect that. We need leaders on the Board of Supervisors who will stand up for meaningful solutions to issues that affect our cost of living and quality of life.”
Tedder for Nevada County Supervisor 2024
No nonsense, just action. I am the better choice for District 2 Supervisor of Nevada County because I believe in shrinking budgets and honest work for honest pay.
Heidi Hall Disparages Constitution and Local Resident at LWV Forum
According to Heidi Hall, when a citizen seeks to defend the constitutional rights of Nevada County citizens, and to ensure transparent and fair governance and elections, it is a “waste of funds.” Rather than taking responsibility for what happens in County departments, Hall seeks to infringe on the constitutional rights of a local resident, act in secret, and then bully that resident with fabrications for political gain at a campaign forum.
League of Women Voters Hosts Nevada County Board of Supervisors District 2 Candidate Forum
On January 24, 2024, the Nevada County League of Women Voters hosted a candidate forum for the candidates for Nevada County supervisor district two - Robb Tucker, John Herrera, and Jeff Pettitt. Supervisor district two consists of Alta Sierra, Lake of the Pines, and other south county areas of Nevada County.
League of Women Voters Hosts Board of Supervisors District 1 Candidate Forum
Heidi Hall, Sue McGuire, and Michael Taylor responded to questions for the public to assess the qualifications and suitability of the three candidates that are all seeking a four-year term on the next Board of Supervisors to represent the Nevada City and Chicago Park areas of Nevada County.
Pay Raises for Nevada County Executive Staff - Are They Justified?
Nevada County senior staff received pay increase during COVID at times exceeding $100,000. Currently, there’s no citizen oversight of county expenditures. Ordinary citizens are not allowed to attend the yearly budget sessions. Neither are citizens privy to negotiations in how salaries and pay raises are decided. Consequently, there’s no transparency in budget decision-making.
Supervisor Heidi Hall Double-Dipped On Government Pay
In 2008 and upon the request of the supervisors, the Nevada County Grand Jury conducted an inquiry into compensation and benefits review for the board of supervisors and determined that the position of supervisor in Nevada County is a full-time position. Heidi Hall worked full-time as a supervisor during her tenure while also working for the job with the state at the same time.
Sue McGuire Announces Candidacy for District 1 Supervisor
As a lifelong resident of Nevada County, I am deeply committed to preserving its natural resources, beauty, and fostering a robust economy. I am determined to restore transparency and accountability to our county government.
Not in My Backyard
I am running for Supervisor to give my kids the quality of life and opportunities I had growing up in Placer County.
Supervisors Deny Rise Gold’s Vested Mining Rights Petition
On December 14, 2023, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors unanimously opined that Rise Gold does not have a vested right in the Idaho-Maryland Mine. Following one entire day of public comment as well as the two hours of discussion prior to the vote, each supervisor voted to deny Rise Gold’s Vested Rights Petition filed with the County on September 2, 2023, setting up a likely court battle.
Judge Orders Nevada County to Pay over $85,000 after County Illegally Withheld Election Records
On June 21, 2023, the Court ordered the release of a tranche of public records related to the November 2020 General Election, which Nevada County had been illegally refusing to provide to the public. Last week, the Court determined that Young was the prevailing party in the litigation and, as such, is entitled to her attorney fees and costs in an amount exceeding $85,000.
Rise Gold Details Planning Commissioner Terence McAteer’s Possible Ethical and Legal Abuses
“We have evidence that certain parties have conspired to co-opt public agencies to pressure the Board of Supervisors […] to vote to deny the Project at the future Board hearing,” wrote Ben Mossman.