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Nevada County Transportation Digest



Oil Filter Exchange Event Scheduled for May 17

05/01/2025

Nevada County is hosting an oil filter exchange event on May 17 to encourage residents to recycle used motor oil.

California Railroads: Unions Push to Shorten Trains, but Companies Warn of Higher Costs

04/24/2025

Unions are pushing for shorter freight trains to make railways safer, but that could raise the cost of goods and delay passenger rail service. It also may not be legal.

Real ID Deadline Is May 7

04/23/2025

You need a Real ID to fly, and the deadline to get one in California is May 7.

How Trump Tariffs Could Upend California Farms, Wine Businesses and Ports

04/22/2025

From higher costs to export worries, California’s agricultural and wine industries face many possible tariff effects. But some hope for opportunity.

California Drivers With Disabilities May Use Blue Envelopes for Police Stops

04/15/2025

Almost everyone gets nervous during a traffic stop, but people with disabilities also worry about whether an officer understands their condition or could misinterpret their symptoms.

License to Kill

04/13/2025

The California DMV routinely allows dangerous drivers with horrifying histories to continue to operate on our roadways. Too often they go on to kill. Many keep driving even after they kill. Some go on to kill again.

Upcoming Herbicide Treatment Along Nevada County Roads

04/02/2025

Crews are set to treat 250 miles of county roadsides with herbicides starting soon. Owners of properties bordering county roadways can file online to opt out of the herbicide treatment along their property.

Community Workshops Consider Zion Street/Sacramento Street Improvements in Nevada City

03/31/2025

A report of a recent well attended workshop hosted by Nevada County and the City of Nevada City to consider and discuss a bicycle and pedestrian mobility plan for Zion Street and Sacramento Street area in Nevada City.

Nevada City Advances Recycled Bridge Project

03/31/2025

Nevada City will be using a bridge acquired from a town in the state of Washington as a pedestrian and bicycle bridge crossing Deer Creek.

Wildfire Evacuation Transportation Workshop April 12

03/27/2025

Sierra Roots and Nevada City are hosting a workshop to develop rescue plans for residents in need of evacuation assistance and connecting them with volunteer transportation on April 12.

Nevada Irrigation District Approves Vehicle Purchases

03/26/2025

In their March 26 meeting, the Nevada Irrigation District Board approved the purchase of new electric trucks in compliance with new California Air Resources Board rules.

Grass Valley Grapples With Downtown Parking

03/26/2025

In their March 25 meeting, the Grass Valley City Council discussed a commissioned report on options and policies to address the lack of parking and parking enforcement in the downtown area.

If Zero-Emission Cars Cut Gasoline Sales and Tax Revenue, How Will California Replace Them?

03/24/2025

When California motorists fill their tanks, they are often paying the nation’s highest gas prices, an average of $4.65 a gallon currently and about $1.50 above the national average.

Rural California Schools and Roads Lose Millions in Federal Funding After Latest Cuts

03/24/2025

For the last century, the money has gone to counties with large amounts of federal land that can’t be taxed. Congress failed to include it in the upcoming budget.

Highway 140 to Yosemite Will Reopen One Lane

03/24/2025

Work on clearing a massive rockslide is progressing smoothly and one lane of Highway 140 into Yosemite National Park is expected to reopen within days.

Rockslide Closes Highway 140 Entrance to Yosemite

03/20/2025

A major rockslide has closed the Highway 140 entrance to Yosemite National Park. Read on for details.

Grass Valley Transportation Workshop on March 25

03/20/2025

Read on for more information about the first in a series of community workshops being hosted by the Nevada County Transportation Commission and the City of Nevada City to discuss development of a Pedestrian and Bicycle Mobility Plan for the Zion Street/Sacramento Street Corridor.

Tesla Gets Permit to Ferry Passengers in California, a Stepping Stone Toward Autonomous Taxis

03/19/2025

The permit lays the groundwork toward a driverless taxi service. Tesla has said it will launch such a service in Austin, Texas in June.

‘Herculean Effort’: These Port Communities Have Waited Decades for Clean Air. Why a New Plan May Fall Short

03/19/2025

The ports of LA and Long Beach are the biggest sources of air pollution in the LA basin. Air quality officials have drafted new rules to help electrify the ports. But community groups representing 400,000 residents say they don’t go far enough or fast enough to clean up their dirty air.

‘Too Damn Hard to Build’:  a Key California Democrat’s Push for Speedier Construction

03/03/2025

Oakland Democrat Buffy Wicks said lawmakers will soon see 20 bills to speed up housing construction, along with more on energy, water and transit.

Towing Companies Can Sell Your Car — And the DMV Gets to Keep the Profit Without Telling You

03/03/2025

Since 2016, the DMV has collected more than $8 million from nearly 5,300 car sales, according to a CalMatters analysis.

Nevada County Approves Western Gateway Park District Loan

02/25/2025

Read on to learn more about the Nevada County Board of Supervisors approval of a $1.1 million load to the Western Gateway Park District in their February 25 meeting.

California’s Controversial New Fuel Rules Rejected by State Legal Office

02/20/2025

California’s new Low Carbon Fuel Standard has been stalled because it lacks ”clarity.” The new standard, which offers incentives for cleaner fuels, is highly controversial because it would raise gas prices.

Introducing Two New Additions to Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum

02/20/2025

Read on for more information about the two latest additions to the Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum.

California Lawmakers Scramble to Fix ‘Lemon’ Vehicle Law — Again

02/19/2025

California lawmakers are rushing to fix last year’s controversial changes to the state’s lemon law, which critics say weakened protections for car buyers.

Nevada County Board of Supervisors Name Projects

01/27/2025

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors attended their annual three-day workshop in preparation for the coming year, and listed their own project priorities as part of the process. Read on to learn more.

Preliminary Dog Bar Bridge Project Work Begins

01/22/2025

Travel on Dog Bar Road will be impacted by preliminary bridge construction work in the between January 27 and 31. Read on to learn more.

Improvements Slated for Downtown Grass Valley

01/15/2025

Read on to learn more about upcoming upgrades to downtown Grass Valley to improve traffic and pedestrian safety.

CA Abandons Clean-Air Rules on Diesel Trucks

01/14/2025

In a striking setback to reduce California’s air pollution but a win for trucking companies, state regulators have walked away from their ambitious plan to phase out diesel trucks less than a week before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House.

4 New Laws Strengthen Cities’ Abilities to Impound Vehicles Involved in Sideshows

01/03/2025

While cities in California continue to pass ordinances to combat illegal sideshows, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several laws that go into effect this year statewide to give municipalities more legal tools to address them. 

Nevada City 2022-2027 Strategic Plan Updating Process Explained

12/19/2024

Nevada City is preparing to update the 2022-2027 Strategic Plan, and public input is invited. Read on to learn more about the plan and how you can participate.

New Decisions Boost California’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Mandate, but Major Hurdles Remain

12/18/2024

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s decree that by 2035 all new cars sold in California must be powered by batteries or other zero-emission systems has received a double dose of legal and political support.

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