Washoe County public meetings in 2025
54 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will consider approving multiple subawards for public health programs and discuss proposed revisions to sewage regulations.
- Approve $105,558 subaward for Tobacco Prevention and Control
- Approve $101,706 subaward for SNAP-Ed Program
- Approve $471,713 subaward for Public Health Preparedness Program
- Set public hearing for January 22, 2026, on sewage regulations
- Discuss PFAS health impacts in Washoe County
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Board of Fire Commissioners will vote on several consent items, including approval of meeting minutes and a cancellation notice for the Jan 6, 2026 meeting. They will consider an amendment to the interlocal contract with the Nevada Health Authority to continue Medicaid ambulance reimbursements and adopt a new Project Funding Policy for purchases over $50,000. The Board will also decide whether to accept a $3,213,727 grant from The William N. Pennington Foundation for capital equipment and to approve audited financial statements with fund re‑appropriations totaling $2,784,241.
- Approve November 4, 2025 meeting minutes (All districts)
- Approve amendment to interlocal contract with Nevada Health Authority for Medicaid ambulance reimbursement (All districts)
- Approve Project Funding Policy (P406.1B) for purchases > $50,000 (All districts)
- Accept $3,213,727 Pennington Foundation grant for priority needs capital equipment and apparatus (All districts)
- Approve audited FY 2025 financial statements and re‑appropriate $28,112 (General Fund), $2,747,497 (Capital Projects Fund) and $8,632 (EMS Fund) (All districts)
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners will discuss several items, including a presentation on sewer utility rates and a defensible space program. They will vote on a $1,000 donation to the Sheriff’s Office, approve meeting minutes, and consider an interlocal agreement with the Nevada Department of Transportation for the US 395 North Valleys Phase 2 widening project. Additional actions include accepting two parcels of public streets and approving a maintenance agreement for the Orr Ditch at Wildcreek.
- Vote on a $1,000 donation from Linda Groseclose to the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office
- Approve an Interlocal Agreement (NM196-25-015) with NDOT for US 395 North Valleys Phase 2 widening
- Adopt resolutions to accept public streets in Pebble Creek Estates Phase 2 and Golden Mesa North Phase 1 (total ~5.22 acres, 0.97 miles)
- Approve the Orr Ditch at Wildcreek Maintenance Agreement with the Northern Nevada Youth Golf Foundation
- Approve minutes from the special meeting on Oct 27, 2025 and the regular meeting on Oct 28, 2025
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will consider several funding agreements and administrative penalties. The board will also review the 2025 vector season and first-quarter strategic plan results.
- Subgrant Agreement with NDEP for Safe Drinking Water Act and Residential Wells programs totaling $262,000.00
- Vaccine purchases from Merck & Company Inc. not to exceed $215,000
- Interlocal Agreement with Washoe County School District Nutrition Services for Power Up Kids not to exceed $5,000.00
- $500.00 administrative penalty for JC Golden Mesa, LLC for failing to obtain a Dust Control Permit
- $500.00 administrative penalty for Smith’s Food & Drug Centers, Inc. for vapor recovery testing violations
Deferred Compensation Committee
The Deferred Compensation Committee will review quarterly fund performance and consider changes to the investment fund lineup. The body will also discuss Voya's account service objectives and communication strategies for plan participants.
- Possible action to change investment fund lineup based on Mariner's quarterly report
- Possible action on Voya's account service objectives and communication strategies
- Setting the 2026 meeting calendar
- Discussion on Secure Act 2.0 Section 603 Roth catch-up contribution requirements
- Review of IRC Section 414(h) pick-up provisions for contributions
Washoe County Open Space and Regional Parks Commission
The Washoe County Open Space and Regional Parks Commission will discuss and possibly approve a permanent water facilities easement for Lazy 5 Regional Park. The body will also review reports on park planning, golf, and volunteer activities.
- Possible approval of a Water Facilities Easement for Lazy 5 Regional Park
- Presentation of certificate of appreciation to Ranger Nick Steuer
- Discussion on a potential Park District Service Plan
- Review of Park Planning, Golf, and Volunteer reports
- Public comment periods at the beginning and end of the meeting
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss fuel management updates and receive a presentation on the Nevada housing crisis. The body will also consider several budget amendments and interlocal agreements related to public health and human services.
- Budget increase of $132,941.98 for the Tobacco Prevention & Control Program
- Interlocal Agreement with City of Reno for $77,840.00 for CrossRoads Programming and Peer Support Specialist Academy
- Contract increase of $47,840 for The Reno Initiative for Shelter and Equality (RISE)
- Subgrant amendment of $7,250.00 for the Regional Behavioral Health Coordinator
- Authorization for Human Services Agency contractors and volunteers to drive County vehicles
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Board of Fire Commissioners will consider several consent items, including updates to personnel classifications, a union memorandum of understanding, and financial policies. It will vote on a new Ending Fund Balance Policy that sets reserve goals of 17% to 20% of budgeted expenditures. The board will also decide on accepting multiple grant awards for hazard‑fuel mitigation and on a 2026 health benefits program estimated to cost $2.7 million.
- Approve revised Fire Marshal position salary range of $144,560–$184,496 with retirement benefits
- Approve MOU with Truckee Meadows Firefighters Association to raise specialty pay to 5.75% retroactive to July 1 2024
- Adopt Ending Fund Balance Policy targeting an unassigned general‑fund balance of 17%–20% of annual expenditures
- Accept U.S. Forest Service subgrant up to $284,220 (with $52,000 match) for hazard‑fuel mitigation at Arrowcreek HOA
- Approve 2026 Health Benefits Program for employees, dependents and retirees at an estimated cost of $2.7 million
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider the top candidates—James Doar, Laura Freed, Tyler Stone, and Kate Thomas—for the County Manager vacancy, including interview results and possible contract direction. A Human Resources staff report on the recruitment will be presented. Public comment periods are scheduled at the start and later in the meeting. The session concludes with announcements and adjournment.
- Discussion of top candidates for the vacant Washoe County Manager position (Doar, Freed, Stone, Thomas)
- Human Resources staff report on County Manager recruitment
- Public comment period at the beginning of the meeting (3‑minute limit per speaker)
- Commissioners’ announcements and updates (no discussion)
- Adjournment
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will consider approving a $127,598 EPA grant for air quality monitoring and a perpetual franchise agreement for REMSA Health ambulance services. The meeting also includes approving policy manual updates and administrative penalties for air quality violations.
- Approve EPA grant of $127,598 for PM2.5 Air Monitoring Network Program
- Approve REMSA Health Amended and Restated Franchise Agreement
- Approve FY26 Policy Manual updates (13 changes, 5 additions)
- Uphold $500 administrative penalties for air quality violations
- Approve HIV Prevention Program subaward of $376,124
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will receive updates on fuel management from Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue and transportation studies from the RTC. The body will also consider several proclamations and the retroactive acknowledgment of donations for the Reading Room Project.
- Retroactive acknowledgment of $8,529.45 in donations from Reno Rodeo Foundation and anonymous donors for the Reading Room Project
- Approval of tax roll change requests with a cumulative decrease of $60,063.74 to taxing entities
- Grant of Trail Easement from Truckee Meadows Water Authority for non-motorized public use on APN 038-112-13
- Proclamations for Heroes Among Us Day and National Friends of Libraries Week
- Discussion on the financial and governance status of the Verdi TV Districts
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Board of Fire Commissioners will consider approving contracts for mental and physical health programs, a mutual aid communications plan, and a surplus equipment transfer. The board will also review financial reports and a policy suspension.
- Mental Health Program contract up to $90,000
- Physical Health Program contract up to $30,000
- Mutual aid communications plan for US Highway 395
- Surplus chipper trailer transfer to Washoe County Parks
- Fire Chief repair order up to $250,000 for pumper truck
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will consider a $290,772 state subaward for health initiatives and a $5,000 donation for Safe Sleep Survival kits. The board will also review dust control violations and a sewage system variance amendment.
- Possible approval of $290,772 state subaward for tobacco prevention, immunizations, and STI surveillance
- Possible approval of $5,000 donation from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield for Safe Sleep Survival kits
- Proposed $500 penalty for South Meadows RV & Boat Storage LLC for failing to obtain a Dust Control Permit
- Proposed $500 penalty for Lennar Reno, LLC for failing to control fugitive dust
- Possible approval of sewage variance amendments for 17590 E Aspen Circle
Board of County Commissioners
The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate, meeting notices, and a list of board memberships. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners will consider accepting several state sub-grant awards for child welfare and aging services, and authorizing the write-off of uncollectible personal property taxes. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Incline Village General Improvement District and a proclamation for National Voter Registration Day.
- Accept $30,496.00 CBCAP grant for child abuse prevention
- Accept $80,400.00 In Home Services grant for aging support
- Accept $172,545.00 Differential Response grant for child welfare
- Authorize write-off of $145,700.78 in uncollectible personal property taxes
- Proclaim September 16th as National Voter Registration Day
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the status of the Regional Detention Facility and the Registrar of Voters Office. The body is also deciding on several grant awards for community support, youth services, and substance abuse treatment.
- FY26 Community Support grants: $90,000 for Sun Valley General Improvement District, $10,000 for Silver State Fair Housing Council, and $20,000 for Regional Behavioral Health Initiatives Fund
- RSAT grant award not to exceed $65,000 for programmatic supplies and behavioral health specialists (requires $21,667 county match)
- LifeSet Implementing Partner Incentive Program award amendment of $9,000 from Youth Villages, Inc.
- Discussion on FY 25 Fourth Quarter Status Report for the Washoe County Regional Detention Facility
- Proclamation for World FTD (Frontotemporal Degeneration) Awareness Week
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners will conduct a standard meeting featuring a flag salute, roll call, two public comment periods, and a special presentation on the County's strategic initiatives. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezoning actions are listed for decision at this meeting.
- Public comment period at the start of the meeting (3‑minute limit per speaker)
- Special presentation: "State of the County: Washoe at Work" – discussion only
- Second public comment period after the presentation (3‑minute limit per speaker)
- Standard procedural items: flag salute, roll call, adjournment
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will consider several grant agreements for air quality, immunizations, and emergency preparedness. The board will also discuss the 2025 vector season and review the REMSA Health monthly franchise report.
- EPA Grant Agreement for Air Quality Management in the amount of $717,617.00
- State of Nevada subaward for Immunization Program in the amount of $309,589.00
- State of Nevada subaward for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program in the amount of $630,054.00
- State of Nevada subaward for Family Planning State Vaccine Program in the amount of $278,960.00
- Reappointment of four members to the Food Protection Hearing Advisory Board
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider several consent items, including hiring a full‑time Office Specialist with an estimated $116,277 in savings and approving roll‑change requests that reduce taxable amounts by $66,565.13. It will also accept a $108,000 state medical‑marijuana grant and a $12,500 child‑death‑review subaward, as well as cash donations totaling $5,681 for regional parks. Additional agenda items include a proclamation for Emergency Management Awareness Month and presentations on property‑tax revenue, the FY2025 budget, and a Virginia Range horse‑fencing project.
- Approve full‑time Office Specialist position (pay grade W 11) with $116,277 fiscal savings
- Approve roll‑change requests decreasing total taxing entities by $66,565.13
- Accept FY26 Medical Marijuana grant award of $108,000 (no county match)
- Accept FY26 Child Death Review subaward of $12,500 (no county match)
- Accept cash donations totaling $5,681 for Regional Parks and Open Space programs
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners will consider accepting donations of a motor grader and funds for public defender training and drone services. The board will also approve a cellular utility easement and consent items including minutes.
- Accept Caterpillar Grader donation from City of Sparks ($7,500)
- Accept $34,442 donation for Public Defender training
- Approve cellular utility easement for AT&T facility ($4,243)
- Approve minutes for July 8 and 15, 2025 meetings
- Consider $50,000 donation for DroneSense subscription services
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will consider several consent items, including approval of the State Public Health Funds Interlocal Agreement totaling $2,364,160 for the period through June 30, 2027. The Board will also vote on administrative penalties for dust violations and on the appointment of an emergency‑room physician to the Regional EMS Advisory Board. Additional items include acceptance of the 2025 Legislative Summary Report and revisions to the FY24‑FY26 Strategic Plan.
- Approve Interlocal Agreement for State Public Health Funds ($2,364,160 total)
- Uphold $9,000 penalty against STC Ventures, LLC for dust violation
- Uphold $500 penalties each against Pyramid Materials, Inc. and Alston Construction Co. for dust violations
- Appoint Dr. Nicholas Von Foerster as EMS Advisory Board physician representative (3‑year term)
- Approve 2025 Legislative Summary Report and FY24‑FY26 Strategic Plan revisions
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will review several contracts and grants, including vaccine purchases and software renewals. The board will also discuss a strategic reorganization and the Interlocal Agreement for the Health District's creation.
- Possible $95,000 administrative penalty for Saronic Investments, LLC regarding asbestos violations
- Proposed $150,000 purchase from Merck & Company Inc. for vaccines
- Renewal of Accela regional permitting software for $644,566.80 (FY 2026-2030)
- Grant agreement from Nevada Clinical Services, Inc. for $162,692.00 annually for tobacco prevention
- Review of State Public Health Funds totaling $2,364,160 through June 30, 2027
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hear a presentation from Raftelis regarding an organizational assessment of the Office of the County Manager. The discussion will cover the report's recommendations and initial implementation steps to improve operations, communications, and structure.
- Presentation by Jonathan Ingram of Raftelis on the Organization Assessment Report for Washoe County
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss and possibly approve Resolution R25-43. This action would levy property tax rates for all Washoe County entities for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
- Resolution R25-43: levying tax rates for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Combined overlapping tax rate limit of $3.64 per $100 of assessed valuation
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss accepting 14.06 acres of real property for public streets and approving tax roll corrections. The body will also consider a donation for the District Attorney's Office and a board appointment.
- Acceptance of 14.06 acres and 2.46 linear miles of public streets across five plats, including Eagle Canyon IV, Sierra Vista Phase 1, and Woodland Village Phase 21
- Approval of tax roll change requests for 2021 through 2025 with a cumulative decrease of $84,909.81
- Acceptance of a $4,000.00 donation from Russell Horning for Children’s Advocacy Centers of Nevada travel costs
- Appointment of Patrick M. Caldwell to the Washoe County Board of Adjustment for District 4
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several grant acceptances for the District Attorney's Office and a new data policy to standardize homeless program reporting. The meeting also includes an update on Housing and Homeless Services and a reappointment to the Truckee Meadows Regional Planning Commission.
- National Children’s Alliance Chapter Grant for the District Attorney’s Office: $136,249.00
- Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor grant for the District Attorney’s Office: $290,000.00
- Built for Zero System Infrastructure Community Investment from Community Solutions: $37,525.00
- Proposed Homeless Programs Data Policy to standardize client and program data collection
- Approval of audio-visual equipment in Second Judicial District Court courtrooms to record proceedings
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss tourism research and the Public Guardian's annual update. The body is also deciding on several donations, a distillery license, and the potential formation of a regional Park District.
- Possible action to accept $300,000 from the Wilbur May Foundation for the Wilbur D. May Center and Museum
- Possible action to accept $5,000 from Rocky Mountain Information Network for the Sheriff’s Office
- Possible action to approve a Manufacturer’s Craft Distillery License for Verdi Local Distillery
- Possible action to approve a gas regulator station easement for NV Energy at Sierra Sage Golf Course
- Possible action to initiate a regional Park District and a $100,000 agreement with the City of Reno
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Board of Fire Commissioners will consider hiring a new Fire Chief and approve budget amendments for the General, Emergency, and Emergency Medical Services funds. The agenda also includes contracts for medical supplies, fuel, and construction.
- Hire Richard J Edwards as Fire Chief with a salary of $296,849.28
- Approve budget amendments totaling $250,755 for General, Emergency, and EMS funds
- Authorize purchase orders for medical supplies up to $175,000 and fuel up to $450,000
- Approve construction contract for PPE Washroom at headquarters
- Accept donation of two Lucas 3 Mechanical Compression Devices
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss earthquake preparedness, accept animal service donations, and approve minutes from April 2025. The agenda also includes approving roll change requests and bond liquidation proceeds for a private roadway.
- Accept donations totaling $4,578.41 for Washoe County Regional Animal Services
- Approve minutes from April 15 and April 22, 2025 Board meetings
- Authorize roll change requests to correct errors on tax rolls
- Approve $103,625.83 in bond liquidation proceeds for a private roadway
- Review presentation on earthquake preparedness by the Leadership Academy
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly adopt the final budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The board will also consider resolutions regarding the District's Capital Projects Fund.
- Public hearing on FY25/26 budget with estimated general fund revenues of $54,901,454 and expenditures of $53,793,570
- Proposed budget expenditures from 8 other funds, including Capital Projects Fund ($16,026,291) and EMS Enterprise/Proprietary Fund ($6,150,673)
- Resolution TM05-2025 to redefine the District’s Capital Projects Fund
- Resolution TM06-2025 to create the Extraordinary Maintenance, Repair or Improvements Capital Projects Fund
- Report from International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2487
Board of County Commissioners
The commissioners will discuss presentations from the Washoe County Human Services Agency and the Northern Nevada Public Health mosquito‑abatement program. They will consider several possible‑action items to accept donated goods and monetary contributions for Human Services, including a $20,000 Lennar Foundation gift and other donations totaling about $28,567.58. The board will also vote on consent items such as approval of the February 6, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Accept donated goods valued at $2,797.83 for the Child Protective Services Fund
- Accept monetary donations of $25,769.75 for the Child Protective Services Fund, including $20,000 from the Lennar Foundation
- Accept donated goods valued at $6,476.00 for homeless services (Cares Campus, Our Place, CrossRoads)
- Accept monetary donation of $1,084.00 for the Senior Services Fund
- Approve minutes of the Board of County Commissioners' February 6, 2025 meeting
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will vote on two Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant awards for the District Attorney’s Office—one for FY24 totaling $200,417.65 with a $66,805.88 in‑kind match, and one for FY25 totaling $231,246 with a $79,167 in‑kind match. It will also consider a supplemental $1,790.90 grant for a perimeter fence at the 75 Court Street building. Additional items include several proclamations and a discussion of Elko County’s Common Sense Land Act.
- VAWA grant FY24: $200,417.65 plus $66,805.88 in‑kind match for Deputy District Attorney III retroactive funding
- VAWA grant FY25: $231,246 plus $79,167 in‑kind match for Deputy District Attorney III retroactive funding
- Supplemental grant $1,790.90 for perimeter fence and outdoor area at 75 Court Street building
- Proclamations for International Internal Audit Awareness Month, National Police Week & Peace Officer Memorial Day, Treatment Court Month, and Spanish Springs Library Day
- Presentation on Elko County’s Common Sense Land Act (discussion only)
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of Fire Commissioners will consider several consent items, including donations, grant awards, a new executive office manager classification, and an Apple Inc. Phase 3 memorandum for Station 35. It will also vote on the collective bargaining agreement with I.A.F.F. Local 2487, which has an estimated fiscal impact of $3,999,667 over two years. A presentation of the FY 2025‑2026 budget will be discussed.
- Accept $1,144.95 donation from Nevada Peer Support Network for the Health and Wellness Program
- Accept tool donation valued at $83,392 from employee Thomas Gleason for the Fleet Program
- Approve salary range $99,099‑$108,202 for a new Executive Office Manager and reclassify the vacant Executive Assistant position
- Approve Apple Inc. Phase 3 MOU allocating $1,468,713 for additional apparatus bay and sleeping quarters at Fire Station 35
- Approve two‑year collective bargaining agreement with I.A.F.F. Local 2487, fiscal impact $3,999,667
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Board of Fire Commissioners will discuss and potentially select a new Fire Chief from a list of top candidates. If a selection is made, the Board may delegate employment contract negotiations to the Washoe County Human Resources Director and Deputy District Attorney.
- Possible selection of Fire Chief from candidates Loren Dale Way, Michael Despain, Timothy Soule, Richard J. Edwards, and Walt W. White
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will discuss public health contracts, air quality citations, and the 2024 Risk Factor Study. The board is also considering the suspension of helicopter services and chemical purchases for mosquito control for the 2025 season.
- Possible approval of $150,000 contract with Social Entrepreneurs, Inc. for the Washoe Region Sequential Intercept Model project
- Possible approval of $189,319 in funding for the Community and Clinical Health Services Division Title X Program
- Proposed $500 penalties for United Rentals (North America), Inc. and Q&D Construction, LLC for air quality violations
- Possible approval of a 5% annual merit increase for District Health Officer Chad Kingsley
- Possible approval to suspend wide area larviciding and helicopter services for 2025 mosquito control
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving budget amendments for public health and animal services, as well as a grant award from the Best Friends Animal Society. The agenda also includes a presentation on regional fire collaboration and the approval of minutes from previous meetings.
- Approval of budget amendments totaling $59,592.00 for the Epidemiology and Public Health Preparedness Division
- Acceptance of a $15,000 grant award from the Best Friends Animal Society
- Presentation on regional fire collaboration efforts by local fire districts
- Approval of minutes for the Board of County Commissioners' regular meetings of March 11, 2025, and March 18, 2025
- Recommendation to approve purchases from OverDrive Inc. not to exceed $850,000
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the County Manager's recommended Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. The body will also consider accepting various cash and in-kind donations for parks and approving several internal cash control audits.
- Proposed FY 2026 Budget with estimated appropriations of approximately $1,064,408,656
- Acceptance of cash donations totaling $56,956.74 and in-kind donations totaling $54,466.79 for Regional Parks and Open Space
- Approval of $36,037.00 in state funding for Washoe County Library System digital collections
- Budget increase of $7,097.11 for the Family Planning Program via Burning Man Project Donation
- Establishment of a Comptroller’s Department bank account to accept Venmo payments from employees
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will vote on two proclamations for National Library Week and Crime Victims' Rights Week. It will discuss a Bureau of Land Management presentation on illegal dumping. Several donation packages—including cash, goods for Regional Animal Services, and equipment and cash for the Sheriff’s Office—are slated for approval. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes approval and consent agenda items.
- Proclamation for National Library Week (April 6‑12) – possible action
- Proclamation for Crime Victims' Rights Week – possible action
- Accept monetary donations $2,882.98 and goods valued $28,069.49 and $8,096.20 for Regional Animal Services – possible action
- Accept equipment donation of 26 Preliminary Breath Tests and calibration station valued $5,019 for the Sheriff’s Office – possible action
- Accept cash donations $300, $500, $500 for Sheriff’s Mounted Horse and Search & Rescue Units – possible action
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Board of Fire Commissioners will consider several consent items, including a large budget augmentation for FY 2024‑2025. Items include a $163,780.24 purchase of wildland radios, a lease for office space in Verdi, and updates to equipment reimbursement and ambulance transport agreements. The board will also vote on a change order raising a tire purchase order from $95,000 to $175,000. Public comment and discussion items will follow the consent votes.
- Approve change order increasing Purchase Order #65000005351 to CMC Tire, Inc. from $95,000 to $175,000
- Approve lease of 1,771 sq ft office space and 1,000 sq ft parking at 1365 Quilici Ranch Road, Verdi, $3,550 base rent plus $1,053 CAM per month
- Approve purchase of 20 KNG‑M150 and 13 BKR5000 wildland radios and accessories, not to exceed $163,780.24
- Approve updated REMSA ambulance transport agreement extending service area through 2030
- Approve budget augment and amend resolutions: $11,140,064 for Capital Projects, $67,806 for EMS fund, $60,000 for General Fund
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will vote on several consent items, including a cash donation of $7,097.11 for birth control and a $600,000 interlocal agreement with the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for the Underground Storage Tank program. The board will also hear a public hearing on proposed revisions to air quality regulations and a recommendation to uphold dust and permit citations with $500 penalties. Additional agenda items include financial reviews, annual reports, and discussion of legislative issues.
- Approve $7,097.11 cash donation from Burning Man Project for birth control purchases
- Approve $600,000 interlocal contract ( $150,000 per fiscal year) for UST program
- Uphold $500 citations for Rilite Aggregate Co. and EAN Holdings, LLC for dust and permit violations
- Public hearing on revisions to Air Quality Management regulations (asbestos control standards)
- Recommendation to uphold sewage variance for 17590 E Aspen Circle
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners will consider several consent items, including a $350,000 purchase order for sodium hypochlorite chemicals used at the county wastewater reclamation facilities. Other items include an amendment to an interlocal agreement with the City of Reno for FEMA flood‑map engineering services, a $130,563 opioid settlement subaward for mental‑health services, a $160,152 budget increase for the FY25 HIV Prevention Program, and tax‑roll corrections decreasing taxing entities by $205,938.30. A discussion‑only presentation on insurance challenges in Northern Nevada will also be heard.
- Approve purchase order PO No. 65-2659 for sodium hypochlorite chemicals, not‑to‑exceed $350,000 (Olin Corp.)
- Amend Interlocal Agreement with City of Reno to reimburse HDR Engineering, additional cost $56,954; total professional services not‑to‑exceed $136,297.50
- Accept Opioid Settlement Funds subaward of $130,563 (no county match) for Assertive Community Treatment program
- Approve budget amendment increase of $160,152.19 (no county match) for FY25 HIV Prevention Program
- Approve roll change requests correcting 2022‑2025 tax rolls, decreasing total taxing entities by $205,938.30
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners will consider retroactively acknowledging grant awards for the Second Judicial District Court totaling $110,000 and approve the naming of an easement to Kiddseye Lane.
- Acknowledge $15,000 State of Nevada grant for TPR backlog
- Acknowledge $75,000 State Justice Institute grant for caseflow assessment
- Acknowledge $20,000 Lee F. Del Grande Foundation grant for Family Peace Center
- Approve naming easement to Kiddseye Lane
- Acknowledge $900 in gift card donations for Minor Guardianship Program
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will meet virtually to discuss and potentially provide direction on the FY26 budget, including revenues and expenditures. The board will also consider a temporary staffing overfill for a division director position.
- FY26 Northern Nevada Public Health Budget revenues, expenditures, and projections
- Proposed overfill of Community and Clinical Health Division Director position (up to 11 weeks) at an approximate range of $44,000 to $58,000
Northern Nevada Public Health
The District Board of Health will consider several state subawards for immunization and tuberculosis programs and review financial and compliance reports from REMSA Health. The board will also discuss FY26 budget timelines and potential revisions to asbestos control regulations.
- Notice of Subawards for COVID Immunization Round 3 ($425,001) and Round 4 ($418,504)
- Notice of Subaward for Tuberculosis Prevention Program ($108,999)
- Retroactive FY25 purchases: Merck & Company Inc. (up to $200,000), IC Media (up to $115,000), and Acro Service Corp (up to $160,000)
- Proposed variance for Palomino Farms LLC regarding minimum lot size for septic at 0 Whiskey Springs Rd/0 Safe Flat Rd
- Proposed revisions to Air Quality Management regulations regarding Asbestos Control Standards
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners will discuss several items, including presentations from the Reno‑Tahoe Airport Authority and the County Registrar of Voters. They will consider multiple donation proposals, such as a $185,000 cash gift for an evacuation study and various in‑kind and cash donations to Human Services funds. The board will vote on consent items, including approval of minutes from January meetings. Finally, they will act on a request to approve roll‑change corrections that would reduce taxable amounts by $162,305.90.
- Approve roll‑change requests to correct tax roll errors, decreasing total taxes by $162,305.90
- Accept a $185,000 cash donation for an evacuation study by Emergency Management
- Accept donations to Human Services Agency funds: $16,180.78 (general), $12,022.22 (Child Protective Services), $9,539.40 (Homelessness), $10,577.10 (Senior Services), and $500.50 in‑kind items
- Presentation by Daren Griffin, President/CEO of Reno‑Tahoe Airport Authority (discussion only)
- Presentation by Andrew McDonald, Washoe County Registrar of Voters (discussion only)
Board of County Commissioners
The meeting scheduled for February 18, 2025, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will receive reports on the Truckee River Flood Management Authority, Northern Nevada Public Health, and the Regional Detention Facility. The body will also consider accepting several donations for human services and animal care.
- Discussion of the Washoe County Regional Detention Facility FY 25 second quarter status report
- Proposed acceptance of $31,639.10 in donations for the Human Services Agency Child Protective Services Fund
- Proposed acceptance of $12,847.55 in donations for the Human Services Agency Senior Services Fund
- Proposed acceptance of $18,274.00 in donations for the Human Services Agency Homelessness Fund
- Proposed acceptance of approximately $32,400 from the estate of Jackie D. Diggle for Regional Animal Services
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners agenda for February 6, 2025, is posted online and at physical locations. The agenda for the Board of Fire Commissioners is also posted for the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District.
- Agenda posted for Washoe County Board of Commissioners
- Agenda posted for Board of Fire Commissioners
- Support documentation available at County Manager’s Office
- Support documentation available at Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Admin Office
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Board of Fire Commissioners will consider several contracts for auditing and medical supplies. The body will also discuss legislative positions and a grant for hazardous fuel treatment in the Joy Lake Road area.
- Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award up to $992,036.00 for Joy Lake Road fuel treatment
- Agreement with Eide Bailly LLP for audit services at $92,150 plus potential federal fees
- Purchase order increase for Life Assist medical supplies not to exceed $175,000
- Purchase order increase for Dynamic Diesel from $100,000 to $175,000
- Interlocal Agreement addendum for P25 Public Safety Radio System totaling $178,228.84
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a workshop to discuss strategic planning priorities. The session focuses on infrastructure, senior services, behavioral health, and housing availability. No final actions are scheduled for these workshop items.
- Review of the County's infrastructure scorecard and capital facilities status
- Update on senior programming and facility upgrades
- Discussion on Citizen Advisory Boards and community outreach improvements
- Update on the Sequential Intercept Model for behavioral health diversion
- Discussion on regional housing inventory and permanent supportive housing
Board of County Commissioners
The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners will consider several items, including a proclamation honoring homeless services front‑line workers, budget amendments for an EPA Air Quality Sensors grant, and a Nevada State Opioid Response III grant. They will also vote to award a $403,287.85 contract to Frank Lepori Construction, Inc. for the Riverbend Trailhead Project and approve the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting.
- Proclamation to honor homeless services front‑line workers (for possible action)
- Budget amendment adding $30,000 to the EPA Air Quality Sensors Grant (no county match)
- Approval of Nevada State Opioid Response III grant up to $54,871 for the County Detention Facility
- Award of Riverbend Trailhead Project contract to Frank Lepori Construction, Inc. for $403,287.85
- Approval of minutes from the Board meeting held on December 10, 2024
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review the financial outlook for Fiscal Year 2026, including General Fund results and revenue trends. The body will also consider donations, board appointments, and federal grant awards.
- Financial outlook presentation for Fiscal Year 2026 and Budget
- Donation of $9,165.56 from FTFT LLC and Hammer & Nails Regional to the Human Services Agency Child Protective Services Fund
- Appointment of Michael V. Kattelman and Aurora Partridge to the Law Library Board of Trustees
- Appointments to the Washoe County Senior Advisory Board
- Federal Title IV-B 1 sub-grant award of $62,004.00 from the State of Nevada Department of Health and Human Services
Northern Nevada Public Health
The Board is conducting a strategic planning retreat to discuss fiscal health, FY26 priorities, and 2025 legislative principles. The body will also consider a settled air pollution penalty and the cancellation of a future meeting.
- Possible approval of a $46,800.00 fine for 840 I Street, LLC regarding asbestos and Stop Work Order violations
- Possible adoption of 2025 Legislative Principles and Priorities
- Discussion of fiscal health and recommendations for the FY26 budget process
- Possible action to cancel the January 23, 2025, Regular District Board of Health Meeting
Board of Fire Commissioners
The Board of Fire Commissioners will discuss the appointment of an interim Fire Chief and several construction contracts for fire stations. The body is also reviewing employment agreement amendments and a revised benefits package for non-represented employees.
- Construction agreement with Plenium Builders, Inc. for Fire Station #35 totaling $16,328,109
- Professional service agreement with Construction Materials Engineers, Inc. for $362,852.50 for Station #35
- Professional service agreement with Savini Group, PLLC for $138,900 for Station #37 apparatus bay addition
- Appointment of Deputy Fire Chief Dale Way as Interim Fire Chief with a total annual salary of $297,829
- Phase 3 Memorandum of Understanding with Washoe County and Apple Inc. for Fire Station #35 funding