Washoe County offices will be closed on Memorial Day

Most Washoe County offices will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Memorial Day is observed the last Monday each May to honor those who have given their lives serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.   

Board adopts budget for Fiscal Year 2027

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 27 budget, which begins July 1, 2026, as well as the five-year Capital Improvement Plan.

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Washoe County has launched an election security pilot project with the Center for Internet Security (CIS), a national nonprofit organization dedicated to data integrity. Registrar of Voters Andrew McDonald presented “Project Plain Sight,” a public-facing data transparency tool providing the public an opportunity to independently verify the integrity of the voter registration system.  

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Washoe County offices will be closed on Memorial Day

Washoe County offices will be closed on Memorial Day

Most Washoe County offices will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Memorial Day is observed the last Monday each May to honor those who have given their lives serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.   

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Bethany Drysdale

Bethany Drysdale

Washoe County Communications Manager

775-313-8582
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George Guthrie

George Guthrie

Washoe County Registrar of Voters PIO

775-512-0199
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Scott Oxarart

Scott Oxarart

Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) Communications Manager

775-276-1021
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Chris Ciarlo

Chris Ciarlo

HSA Communications Manager

775-337-4500
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Kendall Holcomb

Kendall Holcomb

District Attorney PIO

775-328-3200
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Jamie Hemingway

Jamie Hemingway

Library System PIO

775-327-8360
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Alternative Sentencing Officer

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨 Attention current Law Enforcement Officers! 🚓✨
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is looking for an Alternative Sentencing Officer. Apply by May 20, 2026.

Media Production Specialist

🎬✨ Now Hiring: Media Production Specialist! Bring stories to life through video, design, events, and digital platforms. Ready to shape meaningful connections? Join our team at the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office! 🚀🎨 Apply by May 15, 2026.

Supply Specialist

📦 Join the Team That Keeps Everything Running! 🚓✨
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is now hiring a detail driven Supply Specialist to help manage inventory, supplies, and essential equipment. If you’re organized, resourceful, and ready to make an impact—this job is for you! 💼🔍 Apply by 5/8/26!