Broadband in Nevada County offers information about internet service in Nevada County, including low income, accessibility, and senior programs, and local broadband providers and coverage maps.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.mynevadacounty.com/1379/Nevada-County-Broadband
• Free WiFi Locations - https://www.mynevadacounty.com/1500/Free-WiFi-Locations
• Low Income, Accessibility, and Senior Programs - https://www.mynevadacounty.com/1474/Low-Income-Accessibility-Senior-Programs
• Low Income Programs - https://www.mynevadacounty.com/1504/Low-Income-Program

The Eastern Regional Landfill Material Recovery Facility (MRF) and Transfer Station provides landfill services.

There is no senior discount for use of the transfer station.

For questions about senior discount eligibility for residential service, call 530-583-7800. Eligibility requirements include being a full time resident at the service address and being enrolled in the CARE utility payment assistance plan through the electric utility provider.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.waste101.com/hours-location/

Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal provides garbage and refuse removal and curbside recycling.

For questions about senior discount eligibility for residential service call 530-583-7800. Eligibility requirements include being a full time resident at the service address and being enrolled in the CARE utility payment assistance plan through the electric utility provider.

There is no senior discount for use of the transfer station.

Websites:

• Home page - https://www.waste101.com/
• Residential Services - https://www.waste101.com/residential-services/
• “Tahoe One Big Bin” a Placer County's website which describes the method of recycling which allows trash and recycling to go in the same bin/garbage can and it is later sorted to recover recyclable materials at the Materials Recovery Facility in Truckee. - https://tahoeonebigbin.com/

If your family income has dropped by 25% or more and/or you qualify for the Nevada County or other assistance programs, you may be eligible for the Truckee Donner Public Utility District's Energy Savings Program (ESP) and Payment Assistance Credit. Contact Sierra Community House at (530) 587-2513 to see if you qualify. In addition, applicant must be a TDPUD account holder and primary resident. Applicant must re-certify every two years to continue receiving the credit.

Features and Benefits
A certified energy specialist can assess your home for free to identify opportunities to reduce your energy and water bills. In addition, receive an annual credit on your bill equal to your largest bill in the past 12 months (up to $200). Based on what you need, they will provide you with energy and water savings products to help you start saving immediately. Products may include:

• Up to 50 energy efficient LED light bulbs
• Low-flow showerheads
• Sink aerators
• Weather stripping
• Door sweeps
• Hot water pi…

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Liberty offers information regarding power outages.

Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) Events

​To protect customers and communities from the risk of wildfire, Liberty will temporarily turn off power when weather conditions present an increased fire risk. Power outages might be prolonged, lasting several days. In partnership with fire weather experts, Liberty monitors real-time weather data and forecasts and regularly tests fuel moisture during the fire season. If it is determined that the forecasted conditions meet or exceed safety thresholds, Liberty will initiate a PSPS.

PSPS Alerts

In the event that a PSPS is a possibility, Liberty will attempt to contact customers through calls, texts and emails, using contact information on file. Call 800-782-2506 to update your account's contact information. An online account can be created through Liberty's website. If you have any difficulty registering your account, please call Customer Care at 800-782-2506 for assistance.

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Liberty provides electric distribution services in the Lake Tahoe region to California customers living in Mono, Alpine, El Dorado, Placer, Nevada, Sierra and Plumas counties. Liberty offers financial assistance and energy efficiency programs for business and residential customers. Liberty has a walk-in center in South Lake Tahoe.

Who to Call about Downed Wires

Downed wires are a serious hazard. If you see a downed wire, please leave the area immediately and call 911 before contacting the utility. To report a downed wire to Liberty Utilities, call 844-245-6868.

Web pages

• Home - https://libertyutilities.com
• Electricity Payment Assistance Plans - https://california.libertyutilities.com/north-lake-tahoe/residential/my-account/my-bill/electric-financial-programs.html

Liberty has implemented an Emergency Disaster Relief Program that provides protections to customers affected by wildfire and other natural disasters. In the event that a State of Emergency is declared at the state or federal level, protections would be available to customers who experience loss or disruption of the delivery or receipt of utility service and/or resulted in the degradation of the quality of utility service.

If these criteria are met, Liberty will:

• Waive deposit requirements for residents seeking to re-establish service for one year and expedite move-in and move-out service requests
• Stop estimated energy usage for billing attributed to the time period when the home/unit was unoccupied as a result of the emergency
• Discontinue billing
• Prorate any monthly access charge or minimum charges
• Implement payment plan options for residential customers
• Suspend disconnection for non-payment and associated fees, waiver of deposit and late fee requirements
• Provide support for low-income…

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The North Tahoe Public Utility District provides water, wastewater, and recreation service to the residents and visitors of Kings Beach, Tahoe Vista, Carnelian Bay, Cedar Flat, and Agate Bay. The District’s boundaries span from the Nevada state line in Crystal Bay to Dollar Hill. The District maintains several public beaches and owns and operates the North Tahoe Regional Park, the Tahoe Vista Recreation Area, and the North Tahoe Event Center in downtown Kings Beach.
District responsibilities include:

• Recreation and Parks
  • Owns and operates North Tahoe Regional Park, Tahoe Vista Recreation Area, and the North Tahoe Event Center
  • Operating beaches for other public agencies within the boundaries of the North Tahoe Public Utility District
• Water
  • Water Regulations
  • Water Conservation
  • Water Quality
  • Backflow & Cross Connection
• Sewer
  • Sewer Issue or Emergency
  • Sewer Overflow Protection (FOG)
  • Sewer System - Basic Info & Pressure Tests

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Southwest Gas provides a gas bill discount to income-eligible customers. Customers may receive up to a 20% discount on monthly gas bills at their primary residence. Eligibility is determined by either total household gross income or if the household receives other public assistance through programs such as Medicaid/Medi-Cal, Supplemental Security Income, CalFresh/SNAP, Head Start (Tribal Only), Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance, WIC, National School Lunch Program, Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP), CalWORKS (TANF) or Tribal TANF.

Web pages

• Review income guidelines here - https://myaccount.swgas.com/Portal/#/CareProgramPre
• Apply here if eligible - https://myaccount.swgas.com/Portal/#/EnrollCAREProgramPre
• Contact Southwest Gas: https://www.swgas.com/en/contact-us. Contact page includes links to bill pay kiosk locations and more.

Weatherizing your home can reduce your energy bills. Ways you can increase the efficiency of your home include:

• Insulating attics, floors, and windows
• Ceiling and duct insulation
• Duct leakage sealing
• Shell infiltration sealing
• Insulation of water heater and water heater pipes
• Minor home repairs
• Heating and cooling systems, repairs and replacements

These upgrades may be available to eligible Southwest Gas customers in northern California through the Energy Savings Assistance program. Eligibility is determined by either total household gross income or if the household receives other public assistance through programs such as Medicaid/Medi-Cal, Supplemental Security Income, CalFresh/SNAP, Head Start (Tribal Only), Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance, WIC, National School Lunch Program, Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP), CalWORKS (TANF) or Tribal TANF. Call 866-812-5766.

Web pages

• Home Weatherization - https://www.swgas.com/en/home-weatherization
• Home Weatherization br…

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