Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Board directs staff to draft letter in opposition of USPS plan to convert Post Office operations that will result in mail being transported to California.
Feb 27, 2024
Bethany Drysdale
Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Board advances ordinance to ban camping on county and public property. A public hearing will be held on March 12.
Board of County Commissioners Canvass the Vote of the Presidential Preference Primary
The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting as required by Nevada law to Canvass the Vote. This task certifies that the election results for Washoe County are final.
Medical Examiner identifies deceased woman from 2008
The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office (WCRMEO) has positively identified a woman who was found dead in May 2008 in Churchill County. Betty Lou Japel, 70 at the time of her death, was identified through an innovative partnership between WCRMEO and Othram, Inc.
Lakeside Drive to be closed for culvert replacement project
A portion of Lakeside Drive in Reno will be closed for approximately seven weeks as Washoe County Community Services Department replaces storm drainage pipes.
Closures will begin on February 15 on Lakeside Drive between Evans Creek and Davis lane. During the road closure period, traffic message boards will be located at two locations on South McCarren Boulevard and one traffic message board on Lakeside and Davis Lane. Motorists are advised to follow the designated detour route.
Please note that the above road closure and detour plan are subject to change. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your cooperation. For further inquiries or updates, please call Washoe311 at 3-1-1 or email washoe311@washoecounty.gov.
What you need to know for Election Day
Vote Centers in Washoe County will open at 7 a.m. tomorrow, February 6, for the Presidential Preference Primary. Here's everything you need to know about tomorrow's election.
Washoe County launches livestream video of ballot room for duration of Presidential Preference Primary
NOTE: This image is an example of what will be shown on the livestream. It will not be live until 6 a.m., January 26. The Washoe County Registrar of Voters will offer a livestream video of the ballot-processing room throughout the duration of the Presidential...
Washoe County offers EZ Permits online for building permits
Licensed contractors applying for permits for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fireplaces and inserts, reroofs, and water heaters can now apply online, pay and receive an immediate permit without having to wait for processing. With the new system, homeowners applying for these same permits will experience expedited processing with minimal wait times.
Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Today the Board approved the creation of a Behavioral Health Administrator position, which will be responsible for the mapping and implementation of a regional system of care for Mental Health services in Washoe County. The position will work with county departments, community providers, and the State of Nevada to define gaps in service, develop strategies for securing facilities and programs, and develop a legislative plan for funding and duty-transition given mental health has been a State-led focus in Nevada.