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Why are business retention and expansion programs vital?
The success of our businesses is a top priority of Nevada County's Economic Development Office. The health of existing businesses is proof of the economic vitality of a community.
In collaboration with our regional economic partners, our goal is to help you reach your potential. When we meet with companies and small business owners, we want to hear about business opportunities and challenges so we can connect you to the resources that can best meet your needs.
The Nevada County Economic Development Office just celebrated our first year. During that time, we assisted 143 businesses, nonprofits, and agencies with a wide range of needs. Whether you are new to business and just need help getting started, are trying to navigate through the county processes, are looking at potential tax credits or funding, or want to make connections with other businesses or regional services, we are here to help.
If you would like to schedule a visit, please contact us at (530) 470-2795 or email me at the address below and let's begin a partnership today!
Wishing you success,
Kimberly Parker
Economic Development Office
kimberly.parker@nevadacountyca.gov
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California Division of Occupational Safety and Health
Protect Your Employees
The Division of Occupational Safety and Health better known as Cal/OSHA is reminding all employers to protect outdoor workers from heat illness as temperatures rise.
Cal/OSHA’s heat illness prevention standard applies to all outdoor worksites. To prevent heat illness, the law requires employers to provide outdoor workers fresh water, access to shade at 80 degrees and, whenever requested by a worker, cool-down rest breaks in addition to regular breaks. Employers must also maintain a written prevention plan with effective training for supervisors to recognize the common signs and symptoms of heat illness, and what to do in case of an emergency.
In certain industries, when the temperature at outdoor worksites reaches
or exceeds 95 degrees, Cal/OSHA’s standard requires additional protections. The industries with additional high-heat requirements are agriculture, construction, landscaping, oil and gas extraction and transportation of agricultural products, construction materials or other heavy materials. High-heat procedures include ensuring employees are observed regularly for signs of heat illness and establishing effective communication methods so workers can contact a supervisor when needed.
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Employers with outdoor workers in all industries must take the following steps to prevent heat illness:
- Plan – Develop and implement an effective written heat illness prevention plan that includes emergency response procedures.
- Training – Train all employees and supervisors on heat illness prevention.
- Water – Provide drinking water that is fresh, pure, suitably cool and free of charge so that each worker can drink at least one quart per hour and encourage workers to do so.
- Rest – Encourage workers to take a cool-down rest in the shade for at least five minutes when they feel the need to do so to protect themselves from overheating. Workers should not wait until they feel sick to cool down.
- Shade – Provide proper shade when temperatures exceed 80 degrees. Workers have the right to request and be provided shade to cool off at any time.
Details on heat illness prevention requirements and training materials are available online at OSHA Heat Prevention Website
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Nevada County wants to collaborate with you! The County is championing Collaboration Day Friday, September 8 from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at the Rood Center to share valuable resources that can benefit all.
The fair-type event is free and open to the public. It will feature more than 40 booths that will offer helpful information including advice on how to keep your property protected from wildfire, career opportunities, tips on how to enjoy the County’s beautiful recreation areas responsibly, information on community organizations and more.
This is a chance to meet County staff and ask questions on your pressing concerns. In attendance will be representatives from several departments, including Agriculture, Building, Cannabis, Economic Development, Environmental Health, Library, Public Works, and Recreation.
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Take the Community Wildfire Protection Survey
The deadline to provide your input for the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Survey is August 31! Wildfires and wildfire smoke affect our community in a number of ways from loss of community lifelines, impacts to economic resources, damage to natural resources, and degradation of community health. The CWPP survey is an opportunity for you to have your voice heard and guide wildfire mitigation actions based on our community values. The survey is open to all Nevada County residents, property owners, business owners, and workforce. It will be available online until August 31.
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Financing and Funding Opportunities | |
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CalRecycle administers the Recycling Market Development Zone (RMDZ) loan program to assist recycling manufacturers with finance machinery, equipment, and ancillary costs, to site and expand in California (Public Resources Code, section 42023.1).
Recycling manufacturers use waste materials generated in California to make recycled-content intermediate and/or final products, assisting local jurisdictions in complying with landfill diversion laws, and supporting the Circular Economy.
Additional background and legal information on the RMDZ Loan Program is available on the RMDZ Law and Policy page.
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It covers a wide range of topics, including business incentives, tax credits, workforce development programs, infrastructure, and industry-specific resources.
The California Business Investment Guide serves as a roadmap for businesses to navigate the state's business landscape and make informed decisions. For more information about the California Business Investment Guide, you can download a PDF at California Business Investment Guide 2023 (calaverasgov.us). Additionally, you can contact GO-Biz directly at:
Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
1325 J Street, Suite 1800
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: (877) 345-4633
Email: businessassistance@go-biz.ca.gov
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CORE Voucher Incentive Program
Deadline: Opened July 18th, available up to 60 days after purchase
Amount: Rebate/incentive, about 70%
Link: https://californiacore.org/how-to-participate/
Eligible Equipment: https://californiacore.org/equipmentcatalog/
The California Air Resources Board (CARB), in partnership with CALSTART, launched the Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project (CORE) to accelerate the purchase of zero-emission off-road equipment in California.
CORE, analogous to the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP), is a project intended to encourage California companies to purchase or lease currently commercialized zero-emission off-road freight equipment by providing a streamlined voucher process to offset the higher cost of such technologies.
CORE voucher amounts are based on the incremental cost difference between traditional equipment and new zero-emission alternatives. Additional funding is available for charging infrastructure, equipment deployed in pollution-overburdened communities (DACs), and equipment purchased by small businesses.
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Available Commercial Properties
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Nevada County's Economic Development Office is here to assist businesses interested in locating to commercial, industrial, office, and vacant sites by connecting you with area brokers and landlords. | | | |
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400 Idaho Maryland Rd, Grass Valley, CA
The foremost commercial building in Nevada County with unsurpassed visibility, access and functionality! A +-10,600 SF high-bay light industrial/retail building on +-2 acres. Coveted M1 (light industrial) zoning for multiple uses.
Highlights
- 10,599 SF flexible-use building with outstanding highway visibility and access.
- Huge traffic counts - over 50,000 vehicles pass site daily.
- M1 zoning allows industrial, retail, storage, cannabis and most other in-demand uses.
Click here for details!
Please also look for the Documents tab at the above link
for additional information on the property.
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Calling all Nevada County Businesses! | |
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Are you looking to promote your business? The Nevada County Economic Development Office wants to hear from you.
Be featured in an upcoming economic development e-newsletter and through our social media platforms. It is your opportunity to share more about your business story, achievements, and new products and services.
To be added to the business spotlight interest list, contact us at kimberly.parker@nevadacountyca.gov
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Questions? Contact the Small Business Development Center at:
(530) 582-5022
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Accessing Capital for Early-Stage Businesses
Accessing capital for early-stage companies and start-ups is designed for new companies looking to raise their first outside money. This webinar features a panel of experts that will cover equity and debt.
August 29, 10:30 a.m. - noon
Click here to register
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Visit California Team Tours the Gold Country
Visit California, the official tourism and travel organization for the state, is beginning an 18-month regional tourism strategic plan of the Gold Country which includes western Nevada County. A team visited in early August for a sample tour of our recreational, cultural, and tourism related business assets.
Their Regional Advisory Committee held its first meeting this month and the Nevada County Economic Development Office is participating. Throughout their process, we will reach out to get input from our local stakeholders. The result of their strategic efforts should provide a roadmap about how we might approach tourism in the future. Please email kimberly.parker@nevadacountyca.gov to learn more or to be included in the process at a local level.
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No Time for Travel
Consider a quick staycation!
You want to go camping, but you don't have time to go far. Check out great camping sites in your own backyard at our gonevadacounty.com site.
Make the most of it by planning ahead for what you're going to eat. Whether you're car camping, glamping, or backpacking in the high Sierra here's a guide on how to ensure your meals are just as good as your adventures on your trip.
For more information
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