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"I realized that if I hoped to acquire the depth of knowledge necessary to be the editor of this county's daily newspaper, I had to jump into this program the next time it rolled around"
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Richard Somerville
former Editor
TheUnion
Class of 2004
 

"This is invaluable information. The opportunity to get to meet and spend time with community leaders makes my job so much easier. I gain perspective about my work, my life, my community and the world by having the opportunity to spend one day each month learning about what matters in Nevada County."

Lori Burkart Frank
Class of 2003

"It would take years to gather the information and make the contacts that the leadership institute participants are exposed to during this course. It’s a ‘must’ for anyone taking a role in community leadership."

Bob Breck
CEO & General Manager of Nevada County Broadcasters
Class of 2001

"As a newcomer a few years ago who wanted to quickly become immersed in the issues and challenges faced by our community, I found NCCLI to be an outstanding source of information. This was a unique privilege that I heartily recommend to leaders who want to make a difference in their community."

Paul Sieving
Realtor
Class of 2000

"With so many varied and difficult issues facing Nevada County, I was very fortunate to be a part of the Nevada County Community Leadership Institute. The Institute gave me a balanced perspective on the issues facing our County. The program was a nice mix of lec-ture, field trips, discussion panels, and interactive exercises."

Rick Haffey
County Executive Officer, Nevada County
Class of 2000

"The Nevada County Community Leadership Institute was an invaluable experience for me both personally and professionally. It gave me a more rounded perspective of the community I live in and opened new doors to potential partners for my nonprofit. I gladly recommend this professional development training to other nonprofit Executive Directors."

Rafaela Frausto
Executive Director
Sierra Nevada Children's Services
Class of 1999

"The Nevada County Community Leadership program was invaluable to me. I have become more well-rounded as a leader because I understand the needs of Nevada County, from health and human services to land use and law enforcement."

Matt Weaver
Owner
Weaver Auto and Truck Center
Class of 1999

"From the forums, classes, speakers, and excursions. I found a voice, I found a way, and I found a willingness to serve my community with reverence, responsibility, and respect."

Patti Ingram
Grass Valley City Councilwoman
Class of 1998