Jun 8, 2023
Get to know newly-appointed County Commissioner Clara Andriola
Get to know newly-appointed District 4 Commissioner Clara Andriola and tell her what matters most to you.
S’more Family Fun Fridays: Washoe County Parks offers free programs under the stars
Park Rangers with Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space invite one and all to make this a memorable summer for the whole family at the “Galena Campfire Programs”, taking place at Eagle Meadow at Galena Creek Regional Park each Friday evening throughout the summer.
Public Administrator Specialist
The Washoe County Public Administrator’s Office is currently hiring for a Public Administrator Specialist. Apply by June 15, 2023, to be considered for this excellent career opportunity.
Judge Walker to preside at Veterans Treatment Court Graduation
Thursday, June 8, at 4 p.m., Presiding Judge Egan Walker will hold quarterly in-person graduation for Veterans Treatment Court. Graduates will receive a certificate, challenge coin and words of encouragement from the VTC Team and invited guests. Created in 2009,...
Apply now for Washoe County Leadership Academy
This is an educational and leadership program unlike any other in the community, promoting knowledge of local government and providing leadership training in conjunction with the University of Nevada, Reno Cooperative Extension. There is no charge, but participation is limited to only 30 people.
Washoe County Regional Animal Services and Nevada Humane Society unite in urgent appeal to save lives in overcapacity crisis
In a joint effort to combat an overwhelming overcapacity crisis, Washoe County Regional Animal Services (WCRAS) and Nevada Humane Society (NHS) wish to issue a heartfelt plea for immediate community support. WCRAS is facing an unprecedented challenge as, after over a week of operating at critical capacity, on Tuesday May 30, 2023, WCRAS dog kennels reached 100 percent capacity, and more dogs are continuing to arrive with nowhere to go. While WCRAS isn’t an adoption agency, the animals that do not get reclaimed from WCRAS are made available for adoption by NHS, SPCA of Northern NV and many rescue group partners throughout our region. Many of these partnering shelters are also full.
Washoe County offices closed Memorial Day, May 29
Most Washoe County offices will be closed Monday, May 29, 2023, in observance of Memorial Day. The Office of the County Clerk at the Washoe County Complex will remain open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for fictitious firm names, notary bond filings and marriage licenses.
Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Board votes unanimously to pause the fee for Golden Valley Artificial Recharge Program until the end of the year to give residents more time to provide input on the future of the program.