Washoe County announces the development of its first-ever Community Climate Action Plan (CAP) as part of its commitment to sustainability and to net-zero community greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The County invites community members to participate in shaping the CAP by providing feedback through upcoming listening sessions and an online survey.
The historic Bowers Mansion will begin its 2024 tour season with a Living History Event this weekend. Return to the days of Nevada’s statehood, bring a picnic lunch, enjoy the grounds and tour the mansion. Enjoy live music by Sage Creek Bluegrass and food from the...
The Board heard an update on Nevada Housing Coalition and housing in Washoe County, and certified the Canvass of the Vote for the PVGID recall election.
The Community Homelessness Advisory Board (CHAB) met today for its first meeting of 2024. The board members discussed the brief hiatus in meeting as many objectives of the previous board have been enacted, but informally agreed that more frequent meetings will be necessary as the next phases of the Nevada Cares Campus come online and the community turns its attention to housing.
The Washoe Opioid Abatement and Recovery Fund (WOARF) will receive $41 million over the course of the next 20 years to respond to the opioid epidemic, and will be distributed through the Washoe County Community Reinvestment Program.
Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space is currently in the process of updating its Park Master Plan for Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. This is the public’s opportunity to share their opinion on the what the future of the 575-acre park should look like.
Washoe County released the results of the January 25, 2024, Point in Time (PIT) count, showing a slight increase in the single-day count while comparative reports show an overall decrease in homelessness over time. The PIT Count is an annual, in-person count of the number of people experiencing homelessness in Washoe County and is required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office (WCRMEO) has positively identified a man who was found dead in November 1984 in Reno.
May is recognized as National Treatment Court Month, an opportunity to highlight the Specialty Courts programs for those in the justice system with substance use, mental health, or co-occurring diagnosis. The Second Judicial District Court (SJDC) Specialty Courts serve more than 750 participants a year.
