Park and Recreation Capital Improvement Program

2026-11-03

The County is seeking grant applications for the “ Park and Recreation Capital Improvement ” program from eligible entities seeking funding for park and recreation projects that fall within the specified benefit zones . Eligible entities include County , cities , non - profit organizations , and other municipal public corporations with recreation facilities primarily open for public use . The “ Park and Recreation Capital Improvement ” program seeks qualified proposals for park and recreation capital improvement projects within the Nevada City , Grass Valley , and / or Twin Ridges Benefit Zones . Proposals must comply with state requirements for distribution of AB 1600 ( Mitigation Fee Act ) funds . The Recreation Mitigation Fee funds are intended for capital improvements only , Recreation Mitigation Fee funds must be expended within the benefit zone in which they were collected , with the exception of funds used for trail development , which can be expended across western Nevada County . As such , each application is only eligible for the amount of funding available in their benefit zone , excepting trail development projects . Grants will be awarded to applicants who receive the highest ranking score based on the criteria published in the RFA . An evaluation panel comprised of 5 - 7 people including County staff and members of the community will review and score responses to determine / select the top ranked entities based on the evaluation criteria defined in Section 9 . Award recommendations will be brought before the Nevada County Board of Supervisors for approval . This RFA includes a description of the scope of work , and instructions for submitting your application .

California

2026-03-27