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East Main/Idaho-Maryland Intersection Improvement Project |
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The Engineering Department has hired Whitlock & Weinberger, Inc. (W-Trans) for civil and traffic engineering services for the evaluation and design of a modern roundabout at the intersection of East Main and Idaho-Maryland Road. Based upon WTrans’ scope of work and deliverables, it is anticipated that the process to evaluate and design the proposed project will take approximately 11 months to complete.
A public meeting was held on December 12, 2006 and well attended by citizens interested in the roundabout. The City’s Engineering office has a model roundabout demonstration available for citizens to view by appointment. Please call Debbie Watkins, Administrative Clerk, at 274-4373 if you would like to make an appointment to view the model or would like more information. |
Dorsey Drive
Interchange
Project Update |
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On July 25th, Council approved the submittal of a letter to the Nevada County Transportation Commission (NCTC) and Caltrans providing the City’s recommendations concerning the Dorsey Drive Interchange Project.
Based upon that letter, the City met with NCTC and Caltrans on September 22, 2006 to discuss the items outlined in the City’s letter. One of the many positive outcomes from this meeting was that Caltrans agreed to the City developing a conceptual alignment and typical sections for Dorsey Drive.
If the City’s proposed revisions for Dorsey Drive didn’t adversely affect the highway operations (main line and ramps), Caltrans agreed to proceed with the design and right of way based upon the City’s concepts.
On October 24, 2006, Council approved a conceptual alignment and typical sections for Dorsey Drive based upon developing a design that reflects Grass Valley’s character and allows for future expansion when needed.
Staff met with Caltrans on November 9th to submit and discuss the proposed revisions for Caltrans’ evaluation. Upon completion of Caltrans’ evaluation, staff will provide Council with Caltrans findings and request final approval of the Dorsey Drive concept prior to starting the final design for Dorsey Drive. |
For a six month trial basis, beginning January 1, 2007, the City of Grass Valley will allow dogs in certain areas of Condon Park. The new ordinance, which was adopted on November 28, 2006, does not permit dogs in all City parks, only in Condon Park, and only in those areas which do not have signs which prohibit dogs in that specific area.
Dogs are not allowed in or within a park building, playground, little league baseball facility, skateboard park, or group barbeque area. In addition, all dogs and their owners must follow the rules on the signs that are posted in the park.
To help ensure the success of the trial effort, a group of community volunteers (The K-9 Commission) has stepped forward to help monitor the park, advise park visitors of the new rules, and to encourage pet responsibility. The City will also install dog sanitation stations to provide dog walkers with the means of cleaning up after their pet. |
Grass Valley Police Department Citizen Police Academy
The Academy is a 13-week program which provides instruction, discussion, and participation. Classes meet from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday nights beginning February 8, 2007.
Classes are designed to give each graduate:
• An understanding of the community policing philosophy, how it relates to the way the department functions, and how it relates to the services that the police provide.
• General knowledge of the criminal justice system and the role this Department has in it.
• An awareness of what it is like to be a police officer and an insight into the daily challenges with which officers are involved.
• Knowledge of crime prevention initiatives and how to be active in community policing.
• Information on volunteer opportunities and how to become a member of the Volunteer Patrol.
Pick up an application at the Grass Valley Police Department, 129 South Auburn Street, Grass Valley. If you would like more information, contact Detective Jason Perry at (530) 477-4600. APPLICATION DEADLINE JANUARY 26, 2007 |
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