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Washoe County hires Sustainability Manager in commitment to a healthier community

Washoe County has hired Brian Beffort to spearhead its sustainability program and further its efforts to reduce greenhouse gases. Washoe County launched its sustainability program, based in the County Manager’s Office, to help the county meet its commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. Beffort will lead these efforts by focusing on internal county operations as well as community-wide efforts.  

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Apr 21, 2023

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Washoe County releases results of annual point-in-time count

Washoe County today released the results of the January 26, 2023, Point in Time (PIT) Count. The PIT Count is an annual, in-person count of the number of people experiencing homelessness in Washoe County. Conducted each year, the PIT Count provides a detailed one-day “snapshot” of the size and demographics of sheltered and unsheltered homeless populations in communities across the nation. The count is conducted according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development guidance and begins at 4 a.m. on the day of the count.

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Apr 18, 2023

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Spring into family fun at Rancho San Rafael’s Farm Day

There will be many family-friendly activities including meeting farm animals from Valley Amigos Ranch, join a massive “find the turkeys” scavenger hunt, create crafts in the Discovery Room, learn about insects with Truckee Meadow Parks Foundation, visit Girl Scouts of Sierra NV themed booth and photo opportunities, play corn hole with KTMB and spin the prize wheel, check out antique tractors and engines, meet Master Gardeners handing out seed bombs, listen to the amazing Washoe County Librarians with story times and activities, and many more partners and activities! Short Tail Coffee will have warm drinks and snacks for purchase.

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Apr 12, 2023

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Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The following are highlights from today’s Washoe County Board of County Commissioners meeting:     1. Clara Andriola joins County Commission: Judge Lynne Simons conducted the formal swearing-in of Clara Andriola as District 4 County Commissioner. Andriola was...

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Apr 12, 2023