The City Council addressed several key agenda items, including the award of a construction contract for the Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA hardware and software upgrade. The Council considered the adoption of ordinances related to water-efficient landscape and irrigation requirements and amendments to the Cannabis Business Tax code. Other topics included a sponsorship and fee waiver request for the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, the approval of a regional public safety dispatch services agreement, and a resolution supporting a grant application for dam safety and climate resilience. The meeting also featured a presentation on transit operations and a discussion regarding potential adjustments to meeting start times and public operating hours for City Hall.
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The City Council convened a regular meeting following a closed session regarding existing litigation. Key discussion topics included public comments concerning community infrastructure requests and updates on local cultural district advocacy. The council received various committee reports, including an update on the Nevada County Transportation Commission's transit revisioning study, a review of fire district funding challenges by LAFCO, a budget report from Pioneer Energy regarding organizational growth, and an assessment of summer cultural events by the Chamber of Commerce. Finally, members shared findings from the League of Cities annual conference, highlighting climate risk assessments, wildfire preparation strategies, and relevant state legislative changes.
Oct 14, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Nevada City City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting addressed several agenda items, including a public hearing regarding water and wastewater service charge rate increases and the adoption of a resolution for those changes. The Council also considered amendments to the Municipal Code concerning water-efficient landscape and irrigation requirements. Further business included the acceptance of a Proposition 64 grant for the Cannabis Enforcement Project, a sub-recipient agreement with the Nevada County Cannabis Alliance, and an ordinance amendment related to the cannabis business tax. Additionally, the Council discussed a pilot program for a Parents' Night Out event and reviewed financial reports, including the accounts payable activity for the previous month.
Sep 9, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
City of Nevada City City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting included a recognition for a local police officer and the approval of an updated Conflict of Interest Code. Key business items involved accepting grant funds from the Nevada County Park & Recreation Capital Improvement Program, approving special event applications for 2027, and authorizing a purchase order for wastewater treatment plant mixer circuits. The Council also established a Pre-approved Accessory Dwelling Unit Plan Program and discussed potential improvements regarding string lights on Spring Street.
