The historic Bowers Mansion will begin its 2023 tour season with another Living History Event. Return to the days of Nevada’s statehood, bring a picnic lunch, enjoy the grounds and tour the mansion. Save the date: May 20.
In response to the pressing need for daycare options in our community, the Board introduced a first reading of code amendments related to daycare facilities in Washoe County. The Board also reappointed Kathryn Nelson to the Washoe County Planning Commission.
Programs on the Porch is back with its wildlife edition, featuring local wildlife professionals presenting information on a variety of species. These presentations will be showcased every Friday night from May 19 through June 23 from the porch of the historic Bowers Mansion.
Programs on the Porch presentation schedule:
May 19 – Birds of Prey with Marie Gaspari (LIVE Birds)
May 26 – Bears with NDOW
June 2 – Snakes with the UNR Biology Dept. (LIVE Snakes)
June 9 – Bats with Carson Creature Catchers
June 16 – Bees with the No. NV Beekeepers Association (LIVE Bees)
June 23 - Bobcats & Mountain Lions with NDOW
As part of Washoe County Regional Animal Service’s (WCRAS) continued focus on safety and emergency preparedness, WCRAS will conduct a full-scale exercise simulating a local disaster requiring the evacuation of all animals in the Washoe County Regional Animal Services Shelter. This exercise will take place on Tuesday, May 2, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. The exercise will test staff disaster preparedness and response procedures in preparation for possible local disasters such as wildfires, earthquakes or floods.
Washoe County Regional Animal Services (WCRAS) is seeking information regarding a person who discarded a deceased, emaciated and hobbled dog into a family's yard. On April 21, 2023, around 11:48 p.m., a deceased dog was thrown into a yard on West 6th Street in Sun...
Board adopts Tahoe Transportation Plan as guiding document to address transportation issues in north Lake Tahoe
Microchipping available for horses, donkeys, mules, goats, sheep, pigs, or tortoises; alpacas and llamas will not be microchipped at this time
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.
Reminder to property owners, please check the tax cap on your property; deadline is June 15 to submit a partial abatement claim.