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Nevada Humane Society and Washoe County Regional Animal Services to host Town Hall event February 28, open to public

The Nevada Humane Society (NHS) and Washoe County Regional Animal Services (WCRAS), partners in northern Nevada working to improve animal welfare in the region, are hosting a Town Hall event on February 28 beginning at 6 p.m. at the NHS facility. The Town Hall will take place in the Education Room shared by both organizations at their shared facility at 2825 Longley Lane, Suite B. Individuals are invited to attend to listen and engage in a question and answer period at the close of opening remarks. To RSVP, click here.

Feb 15, 2024

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UPCOMING BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING

Upcoming Washoe County Board of Commissioners Meeting will be February 20, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. See location details and meeting agenda here.

Feb 14, 2024

Happy Presidents' Day with image of American Flag in the background

Washoe County offices closed for Presidents’ Day

Feb 14, 2024

Regional Animal Services and Truckee Meadows Fire collaborate to expand public access to pet microchip scanning

Washoe County Regional Animal Services (WCRAS) proudly announces a collaborative partnership with the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District (TMFPD) to enhance community access to pet microchip scanning services. A demonstration of the new stations will be held on February 20 at 11a.m. at TMFPD Station #33.

Feb 13, 2024

Lakeside Drive to be closed for culvert replacement project

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.

Feb 13, 2024

UPCOMING SPECIAL BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING

Upcoming Special Washoe County Board of Commissioners Meeting will be February 16, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. See location details and meeting agenda here.

Feb 13, 2024

What you need to know for Election Day

Vote Centers in Washoe County will open at 7 a.m. tomorrow, February 6, for the Presidential Preference Primary. Here's everything you need to know about tomorrow's election.

Feb 5, 2024

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Washoe County launches livestream video of ballot room for duration of Presidential Preference Primary

NOTE: This image is an example of what will be shown on the livestream. It will not be live until 6 a.m., January 26. The Washoe County Registrar of Voters will offer a livestream video of the ballot-processing room throughout the duration of the Presidential...

Jan 26, 2024

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING FOR FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Washoe County Board of Commissioners Meeting scheduled for February 13, 2024 at 10:00 a.m has been cancelled. See cancellation notice here.

Jan 24, 2024

Washoe County offers EZ Permits online for building permits

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.

Jan 24, 2024