The Nevada County Quorum Court met tonight for the last meeting of 2022 and JP Bob Cummings was honored by fellow court members with a plaque and praise. JP Willie Wilson, who presented Cummings his plaque, said Cummings had served for 22 years. "Bob loves Nevada County and he has expended an exorbitant amount of time for the well-being of the citizens of Nevada County."
During Mary Godwin's report from Economic Development, court members were given an update from Colby Wells of South Central Connect on the status of fiber internet in Prescott and Nevada County. Wells said that it will be installed in Prescott first and then expanded throughout the county. He said that eventually almost the entirety of Nevada County will be covered, except for the Willisville area since they have a different provider, and that as long as residents have electricity they can receive services. Wells said that by mid-January an up-to-date service map will be available on their website southcentralconnect.net. Prices will vary from $50 to $100, based on speed, and it is an unlimited service.
Wells said construction begins soon and that the current timeline predicts Prescott residents to gain service in late 2023 to early 2024, and the outlying areas of the county in possibly 2026. However, citizens may go ahead now and begin the sign-up process if they choose, so the company can have more accurate details about mapping. southcentralconnect.net
In other news, the county's budget for 2023 was approved, and Nevada County Clerk Julie Oliver said that the Budget Committee met several times and that the only change in the county general budget was to allow for the cost of increased insurance rates. The approved 2023 Nevada County Budget totals $1,929,8338. A short discussion was held about the Sheriff's portion of the budget, and it was shared that the Sheriff's budget was only approved for three months and will be revisited for the next quarter.
During her committee report, Chamber Director Jamie Hillery shared that the recent holiday events were successful and reminded the court that a Retirement Reception/Community Coffee is scheduled for this Friday at the Nevada County Courthouse at 9:30am. During Mr. Stones report, he said February 6th was the date for judging contest and February 21st was Beef and Forages.
In old business, Judge Glass said the county was finished with their part of the Nubbin Hill Bridge Project and that whatever remains is in the hands of the state.
