Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners meeting
Deputy Registrar provided an overview of election turnout so far, new equipment, security measures, and more.
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.
Upcoming Washoe County Board of Commissioners Meeting will be May 14, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. See location details and meeting agenda here.
Washoe County receives $14.5 million from State of Nevada for West Hills behavioral health hospital renovation
Upcoming Washoe County Board of Commissioners Meeting will be April 23, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. See location details and meeting agenda here.
The Board heard a presentation by Grant Denton, Karma Box Founder, and operator of Safe Camp. Denton outlined the programs offered at the low-barrier shelter as a housing-first model with a focus on permanent housing.
Upcoming Washoe County Board of Commissioners Meeting will be April 16, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. See location details and meeting agenda here.
The Board conducted a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance to prohibit public camping and certain activities such as having fires, blow torches, propane tanks, or parking of oversized vehicles on public property. Commissioners voted 3-2 to pass the ordinance, with direction to the Sheriff’s Office to provide quarterly reporting so the Board can revise as needed.
Upcoming Special Washoe County Board of Commissioners Meeting will be March 26, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. See location details and meeting agenda here.
Washoe County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024 at 10:00 a.m has been cancelled. See cancellation notice here.
The Regional Archery Facility and Senior Center will both receive upgrades through approved construction contracts; Board appoints members to the Library and Parks boards.