Author: Bethany Drysdale

Lakeside Drive to be closed for culvert replacement project

Lakeside Drive to be closed for culvert replacement project

Posted by | Feb 13, 2024 | , ,

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. 

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Washoe County offers EZ Permits online for building permits

Washoe County offers EZ Permits online for building permits

Posted by | Jan 24, 2024 | , ,

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. 

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Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Posted by | Jan 23, 2024 | , ,

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.

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