Washoe County and FEMA update Swan Lake floodplain risk map using latest mapping technology to inform residents of flood risks

Washoe County and FEMA update Swan Lake floodplain risk map using latest mapping technology to inform residents of flood risks

Washoe County, in alignment with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requirements and obligations, has updated flood hazard information using the latest data and mapping technology in the Swan Lake area of Washoe County. The remapping effort focuses on updating the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) that identify the 1 percent risk (100-year) flood risks around Swan Lake. This is one of several areas in Washoe County to be analyzed and remapped. 

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Early-bird registration for the Silver State Grant Conference ends New Year’s Eve – register now!

Early-bird registration for the Silver State Grant Conference ends New Year’s Eve – register now!

The annual Silver State Grant Conference returns to Reno Feb. 13-14, 2025, at the Peppermill Resort Casino. This conference draws attendees from Nevada, California, Utah, Idaho, Colorado, and other western states in both the public and private sectors to learn the latest about grant writing, grant awards, and grant applications. 

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Second Judicial District Court recognizes Impaired Driving Prevention Month

Second Judicial District Court recognizes Impaired Driving Prevention Month

December is Impaired Driving Prevention Month, and the Second Judicial District Court recognizes the successes of the Felony DUI Treatment Court. The Second Judicial District Court established the Felony DUI Court in January of 2008 with a goal to rehabilitate third-time Felony DUI offenders through community-based treatment, intensive behavioral supervision, and judicial monitoring.

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Washoe County and FEMA update Swan Lake floodplain risk map using latest mapping technology to inform residents of flood risks

Washoe County and FEMA update Swan Lake floodplain risk map using latest mapping technology to inform residents of flood risks

Washoe County, in alignment with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requirements and obligations, has updated flood hazard information using the latest data and mapping technology in the Swan Lake area of Washoe County. The remapping effort focuses on updating the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) that identify the 1 percent risk (100-year) flood risks around Swan Lake. This is one of several areas in Washoe County to be analyzed and remapped. 

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