Public Meetings - Carson City, Nevada

The Carson City Culture & Tourism Authority (CTA) Board of Directors met on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Robert "Bob" Crowell Board Room at the Carson City Community Center. The meeting included approval of the consent agenda, a presentation on the updated brand foundation and visual identity from KPS3, and monthly updates from staff. No public comments were made. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the August 10, 2026 CTA Board meeting were approved unanimously. - Accounts Payable: Approved checks totaling $58,109.64 and p-card charges totaling $16,108.79 for July 2026. - FY26 Adjusted Budget: Approved with adjusted revenue of $3,944,569.19, expenses of $3,347,151.23, and a fund balance of $5,502,105.96. - FY27 Adjusted Budget: Approved with adjusted revenue of $14,430.39, expenses of $132,819.67, and a fund balance of $4,974,362.19. Public Comments & Testimony No public comments were offered during either designated public comment period (Items 4 and 13). Discussion Items Brand Foundation & Identity Overview (Item 10 – Discussion Only) KPS3 presented a strategic brand update grounded in regional data and audience research. Key elements included: - Target Audiences: Millennials and boomers, segmented by travel mindsets (memory creators, discoverers, adventure seekers, culture seekers, easy escapists). - Competitive Positioning: Carson City will own the white space of "unexpected and discoverable," shifting from a familiar perception to one that surprises visitors. - Brand Promise: "Ease and opportunity" – a charming, easygoing small town that offers room to discover, history, character, and unexpected finds. - Six Reasons to Believe: Small town charm, easy to visit, outdoor fun for every level, stories on every corner, living history, and gateway to Lake Tahoe. - Visual Enhancements: The logo and core colors (Nevada Pride blue, Elpen Glow orange) were retained, with an expanded palette (capital blue, desert bloom), horizon line graphics, and updated typography. - Next Steps: Brand integration as new materials are created, development of a brand campaign, and continued focus on sports travelers, Nevada Day, and local events. Board members provided feedback: - Stacey Giomi suggested incorporating community events (e.g., Brew Fest, Taste of Downtown, Mark Twain Days) into the campaign to attract overnight stays. - Garrett Lepire asked about featuring Carson City’s status as the state capital. Staff explained it would be folded into stories on every corner and living history rather than a standalone reason to believe. Lepire also proposed a video series with locals and tourists sharing why they love Carson City. - Staff confirmed that upcoming campaign concepts would address seasonality and special events, and that the brand foundation would allow flexible storytelling. Monthly Non-Action Updates (Item 11) 11A. Executive Director’s Update (David Peterson) - A rail bike operating agreement with Tom Gray’s company was approved by the V&T Railway Commission. Rail bikes could operate in September and October (weather permitting) and resume in April 2027. - The Board of Supervisors approved a new short-term rental ordinance effective November 1, 2026. A room tax policy update will be brought for approval in October. - Two candidates for the hotel/motel board seat will be interviewed by the Board of Supervisors on Thursday, September 17. 11B. FY26 Hotel/Motel & RV Park Transient Lodging Report - Record year: lodging revenue up 2.59% (approximately $785,000), with nearly 6,600 additional room nights. Occupancy was slightly down due to rooms out of service. Average daily rate (ADR) increased by 13 cents. 11C. Transient Occupancy Tax Actual vs Forecast - July 2026 was the first $4 million taxable month, contributing to a strong start for FY27. The revised projection for FY27 is $32.75 million (up 7.7% over budget and 8% over FY26 actual), driven by tournament recovery and new hotel openings. The projection does not include the planned Marriott Express property. 11D. Events & Sales Update (Stu Wexler) - Upcoming events: Frafett Hema Women’s Sword Fighting Tournament (50 participants), Rock Alaka Bang Bang SWAT training (300 room nights, international attendees), Capital City Crushers cycling race (407 participants), NAF Masters softball (28 teams, 3-day tournament at Centennial Fields), Bonanza Kennel Club (500–600 entries, expected growth), Battle of the Sierras boxing (Casino Fandango, Oct 3), K9 Challenge, Legacy softball, Bronco Super Celebration (120–150 vehicles). - Stu joined Sports ETA (Sports, Events, and Tourism Association) and will attend the S4 Summit and TEAMS conference in Birmingham, Alabama. A hologram display will be used at trade shows. 11E. Arts & Culture Update (Eric Brooks) - Walls Mural: Raphael Blanco completed a mural at the Carson Valley Community Arts Center (formerly Minden Mill). The project was featured in an upcoming PBS documentary episode. - Dust and Wonder Public Art: The installation is 85% complete; State Lands permission obtained, geotech next. Final installation expected by end of 2026. - Plain Air Festival: Winners were all out-of-state; will be rebranded as "Roughing It Plain Air Festival" and moved to Mark Twain Days in 2027. - Silver State Art Festival: Concluded; wind on Saturday impacted setup. Results next month. - Motor Collar Rally: Very successful – the museum saw record attendance over three days with vintage rail cars from across the country. - Murals and Music Festival: 16 murals planned, including a Mark Twain-themed mural by artist Hisco (from Australia) on a south-facing wall. Artists from Spain (Jokin and Laura) are also participating. Events include artist talks and workshops at Brewery Arts Center. 11F. Marketing & PR Update (Lydia Beck) - Digital Growth: August brought nearly 61,000 website visits and over 1,000 lodging referrals. Paid search was the top driver. Organic search and referral traffic were strong due to fire-related links from Carson City.gov and V&T Railway. - Media Mentions: Features in Matador Network (ghost box at the prison), Travel + Leisure (Sassafras and Stewart Indian School), and Diablo magazine (weird weekend in Nevada). - Glocally FY26 Recap: Six content creator visits generated nearly 100,000 people reached, 11,000 engagements, and 300,000 views. Content was primarily on Instagram; plans to diversify onto TikTok. - Future Strategies: Use influencer content for ads, focus on events and itineraries, and develop a local video series (Silver State Stories) to capture local testimonials. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda Approved Unanimously (minutes and all three financial items). - Brand Presentation Received for Discussion: No formal action taken; staff will incorporate board feedback into the upcoming campaign concept. - Next Meeting: Scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the same location. - Board Member Announcement: Garrett Lepire will highlight Mark Twain’s connection to Carson City at the Nevada Association of Counties conference, using crushed pennies with Mark Twain imagery as giveaways. - Meeting Adjourned at approximately 5:15 p.m.

The Carson City Debt Management Commission (DMC) met on September 10, 2026, to consider a proposed resolution authorizing a $30 million lease-purchase agreement for a new city hall and parking garage. The commission’s role was to determine affordability under state statutes, not to decide whether the project should proceed. After presentations from city staff, a debt consultant, and bond counsel, as well as extensive public comment, the commission voted to approve the resolution. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (August 18, 2026): The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Public Comments & Testimony - Written comment (read aloud): A resident discussed a democratic axiom called “functional naming” and expressed concern that calling a fee or obligation a “lease” while it functions like a tax is an indicator of democratic backsliding. He urged the commission to stop the process. - Mayita Sanchez (Carson City resident, small business owner, candidate for Supervisor Ward 3): Stated she understands the commission’s narrow role but urged scrutiny. Noted that the $30 million principal is projected to result in approximately $54.95 million in total payments through 2057, with redevelopment area one revenues offsetting some costs while the general fund remains the backstop. She requested a year-by-year funding picture to understand trade-offs. - Sandra Owens (Carson City resident): Argued that the repayment story is not written down. Noted that the Board of Supervisors promised to get a written commitment that redevelopment money could pay for city hall, but that writing is not in the packet. She stated that a Nevada Public Records request for redevelopment files was not due until September 16, 2026—six days after the meeting—and that the city had not done its own homework. She also raised concerns about two absent commissioners, an ethics threat that kept one commissioner away, and the need for a two-thirds vote (4 of 5 members) under NRS 350.1014. She asked the commission to continue the item until September 16 or, if acting, to specify repayment from the general fund only. - John Peterson (JA Consulting Group, city’s debt consultant): Clarified that the indebtedness report submitted earlier did not include the city hall lease-purchase because it is not general obligation debt and because the other bonds (capital improvement, infrastructure sales tax, stormwater) are not expected to be brought to the commission during the current fiscal year. He confirmed that the Department of Taxation agreed with this approach. - Mike Horgan (Nevada Commercial Group, commercial real estate broker): Expressed concerns about adding 300,000 square feet of government office space to Carson City, which already has a 15% office vacancy. He warned that government buildings are not taxed, shifting the burden to taxpayers, and that the project’s cost ($5/sq ft/month) far exceeds current market rents ($1.25–$1.50). He predicted further declines in property values and tax revenues. - Maureen Lack (longtime Carson City resident): Recommended the commission return the request to the Board of Supervisors due to inadequate information. She listed seven points, including: the $38 million project (building and parking garage) is being financed only for $30 million; the loan would accrue two years of interest before occupancy; lack of cost breakdown, appraisal, and draft lease-purchase agreement; unknown maintenance costs for altered roadways and a new town square; and statutory requirements for an appraisal and a preliminary agreement. She stated the bond consultant’s own analysis concludes that installment purchase is more expensive, requiring a written justification. - Dan Lett (licensed appraiser): Supplemented his wife’s comments, showing a 27-page sample lease-purchase agreement that the city lacked. He noted that the city manager claimed a six-month groundbreaking timeline despite no plans, cost summary, or agreement. He cited recent sales of large office buildings (Capitol Plaza at $43/sq ft, King Street Building at $89/sq ft) versus the project’s implied cost of $844/sq ft. He urged the commission to consider the long-term burden on future generations. - Additional public comment: A resident argued that the decision should not be siloed on a single fiscal year’s ending balance ($15 million in FY27) because expenses are growing faster than revenues, and the commission has a fiduciary duty to residents. Discussion Items - 4.A – Proposed Resolution for $30 Million Lease-Purchase Agreement (City Hall) - Disclosures and Quorum: Commissioner Molly Walt disclosed a conflict of interest (her employer, RSVP, leases from an entity affiliated with the developer) and abstained from voting. Commissioner Sonata was absent because of a fiduciary duty to a PAC opposed to the project, as explained by City Attorney Todd Reese. Mr. Reese clarified that under NRS 281A.420(5), the abstention reduces the quorum to four members for this item, and the vote requires three affirmative votes (two-thirds of the quorum, not the full commission). - Presentation by Sheri Russell-Benabou (CFO): Explained that the lease-purchase agreement is not general obligation debt and does not pledge a specific revenue source; it relies on all legally available funds. Redevelopment area one funds are legally available until the area sunsets in 2031, after which the general fund will be the primary source. The city intends to refinance with a GO or revenue bond once the project is complete, and there are no prepayment penalties. The Board of Supervisors will have final approval in October/November. - Presentation by John Peterson (JA Consulting Group): Walked through the statutory criteria. Because the obligation is not GO debt, the criteria related to tax rates and debt limits are not directly impacted. The key question is affordability. He showed that the city’s general fund has adequate cash flow to cover the estimated $2 million annual payment, with discretionary transfers to capital funds averaging $10–20 million per year. The city’s ending fund balance for FY25 was 28.6% of expenditures, well above the 8.3% minimum policy. The debt service schedule assumes a 5% interest rate and 30-year term, with payments starting in 2029 (capitalized interest during construction). Total interest over 30 years is estimated at $25 million, but refinancing could reduce that. - Questions from Commissioners: Chair Hathaway confirmed that the commission’s role is limited to revenue sufficiency; the political decision on spending is the Board of Supervisors’. Vice Chair Providente asked about property taxes and consolidated taxes. Commissioner Horton questioned the debt service schedule and the accrual of interest before occupancy. Mr. Peterson and CFO Russell-Benabou explained that capitalized interest is standard and that the $30 million cap includes all interest during construction. Key Outcomes - Motion to Approve Resolution 2026 DMC R1: Made by Chair Hathaway, seconded. The motion carried with 3 ayes (Chair Hathaway, Vice Chair Providente, Commissioner Horton), 0 nays, 1 abstention (Commissioner Walt), and 1 absent (Commissioner Sonata). Although NRS 350.1014 requires a two-thirds vote of the full commission (4 of 5) for installment purchases exceeding 10 years, the commission proceeded under the legal advice that the abstention reduced the quorum and required only 3 affirmative votes. This discrepancy was noted by public commenter Sandra Owens but not resolved on the record. The approved resolution authorizes the city to prepare, execute, and deliver the lease-purchase agreement in a maximum principal amount of $30 million. The matter will now go to the Nevada Department of Taxation for review and then back to the Board of Supervisors for final approval (anticipated in October/November 2026). - Next Meeting: The next commission meeting date had already been set; no further action was taken on scheduling.

The Carson City Library Board of Trustees met on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the Robert 'Bob' Crowell Board Room. The meeting included approval of minutes, discussion and approval of amendments to the Library Policy document, the Director's administrative report, and trustee reports. No public comments were made. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (August 13, 2026): The minutes were approved as revised with one correction. Trustee Markle, absent at the previous meeting, abstained. A clarification was made regarding an acronym: "LSGI" should be "LSTA" (Library Services and Technology Act). Discussion Items - Policy Amendment Discussion (Agenda Item V.a): The Board reviewed proposed amendments to the Carson City Library Policy document, focusing on the Copyright General Statement, Use of the Library's Name and Address, Services of the Library, and Library Initiated Programs as a Resource sections. Key points included: - Copyright General Statement: Discussion on whether to place a copyright notice near copiers. The Board agreed to put a brief sign but not the full statute. - Services of the Library: Reordering of text was proposed to improve flow; language changes from "cooperate" to "support" and "extending partnership opportunities" were debated and accepted. The Board decided not to include hyperlinks to external documents (e.g., American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights interpretations) but will cite the source. - Library Initiated Programs: Language clarifying that exhibits will stress broad cultural and secular aspects of holiday themes was retained. - Library Director's Report: Director Joy Holt presented financial updates (contractual services and travel increases explained), staffing updates (two recent resignations: library resources and systems manager after 30 days, library assistant after two weeks; positions to be reposted), and programming highlights. The summer reading challenge exceeded all three goals, and 27 in-library programs and 7 community outreach engagements occurred in the reporting period. The Director also announced attendance at the Association for Rural and Small Libraries conference. - Trustees' Reports: Trustee reported that the Friends of the Library donated $75,000 this year (up from $65,000 last year). The GoED interlocal agreement was approved and will begin October 1, 2026. Key Outcomes - Policy Amendments Approved: Trustee Markle moved to accept the policy changes discussed during the meeting. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously (4-0). - Minutes Approved: The minutes from August 13, 2026, were approved with a minor correction (acronym change). - Next Steps: The Director will provide a clean copy of the approved policy sections at the next meeting. The Board's vacancy has two applicants; interviews will be scheduled for the October 1 Board of Supervisors meeting. The quarterly report for the GoED agreement will begin in January 2027.

The Carson City Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) met on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the Community Center. The commission approved several contracts and interlocal agreements, discussed fiscal year 2026 transportation activities, and received updates on ongoing projects. No public comments were received during either public comment period. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (August 12, 2026): The minutes were approved as amended. Commissioner Acosta requested additional detail be added regarding vehicle cost information (diesel hybrid $600,000–$800,000, electric $1 million, hydrogen $600,000–$800,000) and the timeline for RTC Reno’s hydrogen and electric bus testing (operational within two months). The amendment was approved unanimously. - Contract with Kimley-Horn (5A): Approved a contract for design services for the District 4 – Jackson Area Preservation Project in a not-to-exceed amount of $138,305. Motion carried unanimously. - Contract with Wood-Rogers (5B): Approved a contract for design services for the District 4 – Curry, Division, 5th, and 10th Streets Rehabilitation Project in a not-to-exceed amount of $369,500. Motion carried unanimously. - Interlocal Agreement with NDOT (5D): Approved agreement establishing roles and responsibilities for design and construction of roadway improvements along U.S. Highway 50 (Russell Way to East Deer Run Road), allowing NDOT to use up to $310,212 in federal Carbon Reduction Program funds, and authorizing the Transportation Manager to execute the agreement and future extensions. Motion carried unanimously. - Interlocal Agreement with Carson City School District (5E): Approved agreement granting Carson City permission to enter school district property at no cost for the Saliman Road School Route Improvement Project, and authorized the Transportation Manager to sign the agreement and future amendments. Motion carried unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke during either of the two public comment periods. Discussion Items - Agenda Item 5C (Jump Around Carson TAM Plan) Postponed: This item was not heard and will be discussed at the next meeting. - Presentation on FY26 Transportation Activities (5F): Transportation Manager Chris Martinovich highlighted several items, including: receipt of $3 million for the Fifth Street Roundabout Improvement Project (Congressionally Directed Spending); execution of transit grants; $1.598 million in Highway Safety Improvement Program funds for Saliman Road and College Parkway/Fairview Drive projects; completion of the Jump Around Carson Coordinated Human Services & Transit Development Plan and the US 50 Corridor East Carson Complete Streets Study; ongoing safe routes outreach to schools in Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties; and a table showing $45 million in federal/state funding against $9.8 million in required local match for capital projects (2021–2026). Commissioners discussed speed studies, stop warrant analyses, and the upcoming access management plan. It was noted that developer contributions in FY26 totaled $11,000, but developers also fund many improvements directly. - Transportation Manager’s Report (6A): Martinovich provided updates: a listening session for North Carson Street businesses is scheduled for September 22; the North Carson feasibility study continues into early 2027, but design funding is not yet identified; Roop Street is substantially complete with punch list work ongoing; William Street construction continues (noting an incident where a signal pole fell and damaged a fire hydrant – no injuries); District 3 projects (Edmonds, Racetrack Road, etc.) are completed or finishing; and RTC policies (street cut policy, overall RTC policy) are being updated and will be brought forward soon. - July Street Operations & Control Systems Reports (6B): Key points included 1,078 sidewalk heat lifters repaired due to July heat; five banner replacements on Main Street (banners placed for one week; scheduling handled by Community Development); a stormwater awareness flyer included in water bills; and new addition of wildland fuel bin removals (public works trucks are hauling bins under a reimbursable grant). Discussion also covered how residents can report issues via Carson Connect or phone. - Other Comments (6C): The commission noted that a new city hall and parking garage are being discussed; if it affects RTC, they will get involved. Key Outcomes - All action items (5A, 5B, 5D, 5E) were approved unanimously. The minutes of August 12 were approved as amended. - Authorization granted: The Transportation Manager was authorized to execute the NDOT interlocal agreement and any future amendments regarding extensions of time; and to sign the school district agreement and future amendments to increase the term or modify limits. - No other votes were taken.

The meeting began at 4:30 p.m. with roll call confirming a quorum. Item 5A was deferred to the next meeting. The board approved the August 12, 2026 minutes, received presentations on CAMPO’s FY 2026 activities, transportation manager’s report, and NDOT update, and heard public comment on a proposed bus ambassador program. Public Comments & Testimony - First Public Comment Period: No comments. - Second Public Comment Period: Dee Dee Formaster, representing Rule Center for Independent Living, expressed support for a grant program that would place ambassadors on buses to assist disabled individuals, reduce anxiety, and improve bus driver safety by reducing distractions. She indicated she would resubmit the grant proposal. Discussion Items - Item 5B – Discussion and Presentation on CAMPO Activities for FY 2026: Transportation Manager Chris Martinovich presented the annual summary, covering the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for FY 2025-26 and transitioning to FY 2027-28. Highlights included under-budget spending, building a roll-forward to avoid federal fund lapses, and completion of all scheduled milestones. Member questions clarified that the Public Participation Plan was completed in FY 2025 and the Transit Asset Management (TAM) plan work will be discussed in a future meeting. - Item 6A – Transportation Manager’s Report: Chris Martinovich reported on a federal/state funding update: the IIJA expires at month-end but a continuing resolution extends transportation funding through December at flat levels; a new five-year bill (Build America 250) is under development with slightly increased formula funding and fewer discretionary grants; state-level transit funding needs and legislative bill draft requests were noted. He also mentioned upcoming AMPO conference in Sacramento and coordination on the South Carson Street/US 50/I-580 interchange. - Item 6B – NDOT Report: Kevin Verre reported on an upcoming NDOT board meeting, including approval of the annual work program and short-range element (four-year program), which will feed into the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). He noted the US 50 project awarded and progressing, with coordination on interlocal agreements for signals with Lyon County. He also addressed questions about the US 50 East William project and potential impacts on traffic. Key Outcomes - Approval of Minutes: Motion to approve the August 12, 2026 minutes passed unanimously (all aye). - Deferral of Item 5A: The proposed performance targets for FFY 2027 public transit capital assets were deferred to the next meeting. - No Other Actions Taken: All remaining agenda items were for discussion or report only; no further votes occurred.

The Carson City School District Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Robert Crowell Board Room. The meeting covered a range of topics including civics test results, adoption of the restorative discipline plan, an enrollment update with budgetary implications, and routine consent agenda items. Several agenda items were tabled for future discussion. Consent Calendar - Approved the agenda as submitted (motion by Trustee Varner, second by Trustee Ramirez; unanimous). - Adopted the consent agenda unanimously, including ratification of purchase orders, employment offers, vaccination exemptions, and approval of August 2026 board meeting minutes. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made in person or submitted electronically. Discussion Items - Civics Test Results (Class of 2026): Presented by Justin Barlow, Rodney Wade, and Josh Billings. The test, based on the U.S. naturalization exam, requires at least 50 questions; Carson City School District uses a 60% passing threshold and 90% mastery. Of 527 eligible seniors (excluding IEP exemptions), 526 took the test; one incarcerated student received a good cause waiver. The pass rate was 97.7% (510 students passed), and 77.7% achieved mastery. Test results affect 10% of the student's grade. Discussion included incentives for mastery (e.g., scholarships for trade or college) and the challenge of motivating students not targeting college. - Restorative Discipline Plan (2026-2027): Presenter Christine Perkins reviewed the legally required plan (NRS 392.4644). The plan, updated annually, outlines multi-tiered supports (MTSS), restorative practices, discipline matrix, attendance/truancy procedures, and a bullying flow chart. No substantive changes from the prior year. Trustee Varner expressed concern about optional consequences for battery against employees, preferring mandatory expulsion. Perkins noted state law allows flexibility but requires suspension for certain offenses. The board requested behavioral data three times per year (by semester). The plan was adopted unanimously. - Enrollment Update (2026-2027): Spencer Winward and Superintendent Feuling reported that as of September 8, total K-12 enrollment is 6,690 students—191 fewer than last year and 73 below the budgeted 6,763. The decline is primarily due to a graduating class of 593 replaced by only 417 kindergartners; birth rates in Carson City have dropped (from 862 in 2007 to 524 in 2022). The enrollment shortfall is projected to reduce revenue by approximately $750,000. The district plans to manage through vacancy savings and careful spending. Discussion included per-pupil expenditure by school (requested by a trustee) and statewide decline trends. The board also requested comparison staffing ratios with other Nevada districts. - Policy and Regulation Changes (Items 10 & 11): Proposed changes to regulations and policies in Section 200 (Programs) were tabled for a future meeting without discussion. Key Outcomes - The board adopted the Restorative Discipline Plan for 2026-2027 as submitted (motion by Trustee Varner, second by Trustee Ramirez; unanimous). - The board requested a report on per-pupil expenditures by school and available staffing ratio comparisons with other districts. - The board requested behavioral data reports three times per school year (end of each semester and once in between). - Items 10 and 11 (discussion on regulation and policy changes) were tabled to a future meeting. - The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including purchase orders, employment actions, vaccination exemptions, and August 2026 meeting minutes. - The board acknowledged informational items (staff changes, budget transfers, upcoming events) with no action. - Adjourned.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors and Board of Health met on Thursday, September 3, 2026, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Community Center. The Board of Supervisors considered several major agenda items, including a resolution authorizing a lease-purchase agreement for a new City Hall (up to $30 million), the second reading of an ordinance repealing the 2012 Nugget Project ordinance, and a proposal from Adams CC Development LLC for a parking garage. The Board of Health received presentations on substance use prevention coalition plans, health officer and department activities, the 2025-2026 influenza season, and environmental health activities. All action items on the Board of Supervisors agenda passed with 4-1 votes, with Supervisor White dissenting on each. Consent Calendar - 7.a: Approved correction of personal property tax errors and refund of $338.91. - 8.a: Approved an interlocal contract with the State of Nevada for Mental Health Court case management, no cost to the city, retroactive July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028. - 9.a: Approved the financial report on fund condition and receipts/expenditures through August 21, 2026. - 10.a: Approved an interlocal agreement with Western Nevada College for nursing clinical education at CCHHS, effective September 15, 2026 through June 30, 2031, no monetary compensation. - 11.a: Approved an amendment to the GOED interlocal contract extending library career services to September 30, 2027, with an additional $594,288 in funding, no local match, new total not to exceed $2,066,316. - 12.a: Approved purchase authority for 15 vehicles for FY2027 totaling $1,472,861.30 via joinder contracts. - 12.b: Approved purchase authority for a TANA landfill compactor totaling $1,379,567 via joinder contract. - All consent items were approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Opening Public Comment (Board of Supervisors): Multiple speakers opposed the proposed City Hall and parking garage, citing high costs, lack of transparency, inadequate public input, and the need for a public vote. Specific concerns included the $30 million lease-purchase (estimated $55-64 million total with interest), the use of redevelopment funds, the lack of a detailed plan, and the perceived rush to decision before a holiday weekend. Speakers also criticized the use of Flock cameras and called for a ballot measure. A few speakers, including Garrett LePier, supported the project, arguing that new construction was cheaper than renovation and that the city faces a legal deadline to relocate the clerk-recorder. - Public Comment on Item 14A: Speakers reiterated opposition, questioning the legality of funding sources, the higher cost of lease-purchase versus other financing options, and the lack of a comprehensive comparison of alternatives. - Public Comment on Item 15A: Speakers urged the board to keep or rewrite the ordinance requiring a public vote on the Nugget Project, arguing the current proposal is essentially the same project. - Public Comment on Item 15B: Speakers questioned the public benefit of the parking garage, citing adequate existing parking and the risk of subsidizing private development. Some noted the garage would be built a year before the City Hall and asked who would benefit. - Final Public Comment (Board of Supervisors): Speakers expressed disappointment with the 4-1 voting pattern and called for more transparency and public involvement. - Board of Health Public Comment: Denny French raised concerns about food insecurity, hygiene services, and the needs of the unhoused population. Discussion Items - 14.a – Resolution for Lease-Purchase Agreement (City Hall): Staff and bond counsel presented the resolution authorizing preparation of a lease-purchase agreement up to $30 million principal, with payments from all legally available funds. They explained this is an early authorization step; final approval would come later. The public hearing included extensive public comment. Board discussion focused on the funding source, flexibility of 'all legally available funds', and the process. Supervisor White expressed concerns about using redevelopment funds and the lack of detail. The motion to adopt Resolution 2026-R-23 passed 4-1. - 15.a – Second Reading of Bill 109 (Repeal Nugget Project Ordinance): The board considered an ordinance repealing CCMC 2.44.010, which required a public vote for the 2012 Nugget Project. Public comments urged the board to keep the ordinance or modify it to require a vote on the current City Hall project. Staff argued the ordinance is obsolete. Supervisor White opposed the repeal, stating the principle of public vote should remain. The motion to adopt Ordinance 2026-12 passed 4-1. - 15.b – Proposal for Parking Garage (Adams CC Development LLC): The board considered a proposal under NRS 338 for a public-private partnership to develop a parking garage. Staff outlined the plan for the city to purchase a number of parking spaces (estimated 180) for up to $8 million, with the remainder funded by the developer. The city would own the spaces but not the entire garage; a third party would operate it. Public comment was largely opposed. Board discussion included concerns about findings required under NRS 338.166, the identity of the applicant (a soon-to-be-formed nonprofit), and the lack of a parking study. Supervisor White could not make the required findings. The motion to approve the proposal and direct the city manager to prepare an agreement passed 4-1. - Board of Health Items (23.a – 23.e): - 23.a: Daria Singer, Executive Director of Partnership Douglas County, presented a plan to establish a substance use prevention coalition in Carson City, following the closure of Partnership Carson City. The coalition will conduct needs assessments, coordinate resources, and provide school-based prevention programs. No action taken. - 23.b: Health Officer Dr. Colleen Lyons reported on activities from April 1 to June 30, 2026, including concerns about Medicaid work requirements, overdose deaths, and the importance of local public health trust. No action taken. - 23.c: Director Jeanne Freeman reported on CCHHS activities, including staff certifications, clinic patient increases, and upcoming flu vaccination clinics. No action taken. - 23.d: Rachel Freshman, Epidemiology and Preparedness Manager, presented the 2025-2026 influenza season summary. Key statistics: Carson City saw elevated ILI activity peaking at 10.3 visits per 10,000 population in late December; 49 influenza-associated hospitalizations (down from 119 the prior season); nearly 60% of hospitalizations were adults 65+; fewer than 20% of hospitalized patients had received a flu vaccine; 10% of hospitalized patients died. Plans for the upcoming season include school-based vaccination clinics and public messaging. No action taken. - 23.e: Kandis Harvey, Environmental Health Manager, presented the 2025 annual report. The team conducted 1,443 inspections; food permits increased 80% since 2020; temporary food permits increased over 1,300% since 2021; septic system oversight covers nearly 1,800 properties. Successes included increased communication and training. No action taken. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda: Approved unanimously. - Item 14.a: Resolution 2026-R-23 authorizing lease-purchase agreement for City Hall (maximum $30 million principal) passed 4-1. The resolution directs the Clerk-Recorder to notify the Debt Management Commission and the City CFO to forward materials to the Department of Taxation. - Item 15.a: Ordinance 2026-12 on second reading, repealing CCMC 2.44.010 (Nugget Project ordinance), passed 4-1. - Item 15.b: Motion to approve the parking garage proposal from Adams CC Development LLC and direct the city manager to prepare necessary agreements passed 4-1. - Board of Health: Approved minutes of June 4, 2026. Received all presentations and reports as informational; no action items.

The Carson City Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife met on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 5:33 p.m. in the Bonanza Room of the Community Center. All five members were present, establishing a quorum. The board approved meeting minutes, discussed and voted on action items for the upcoming Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners meeting, and considered future meeting commitments. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 22, 2026 meeting. - Consent Agenda Action Items: The board unanimously approved items 10A (Commission Policy 65 – Designation of Wildlife Management Areas), 10B (Commission Policy 66 – Management and Use of Wildlife Management Areas), 10D (Commission General Regulation 531 – Shed Antler Revisions), 10E (Commission General Regulation 529 – Disability Permit Program Revisions), 10F (Commission General Regulation 532 – Windermere Hills Cooperative Wildlife Management Area), and 10G (Commissioner Regulation 26-01, Amendment 1 – 2027 Spring Turkey Application Deadlines) as presented, after pulling 10C for separate discussion. Discussion Items - Item 10C – Commission General Regulation 527 (Wildlife Salvage Permit): The board discussed the proposed regulation to create a salvage permit for roadkill, as directed by Senate Bill 215 (2025). Key points included: the requirement to move the carcass at least 75 feet from the road, the inability to keep the head (which must be surrendered for disease testing), and the exclusion of black bear and crow from the permit. Board members expressed general support for the policy, noting its novelty in Nevada and similarity to practices in other states. However, one member questioned the rule allowing only a portion of the meat to be taken rather than the whole animal. Another noted the historical practice of donating roadkill to a local butcher for the children's home. The board ultimately approved the regulation as written. - Future Meeting Commitments: The board discussed attendance at the upcoming Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners meetings on August 14-15, 2026 in Tonopah and September 25-26, 2026 (location to be determined). One member confirmed attendance for Tonopah; another indicated they would likely not attend the September meetings. No formal action was taken. - Future Agenda Items: A member mentioned that the next commission meeting is scheduled at Stateline. The chair noted receipts for reimbursement would be submitted. Key Outcomes - Votes: - Unanimous approval (5-0) of minutes from June 22, 2026. - Unanimous approval (5-0) of consent agenda items 10A, 10B, 10D, 10E, 10F, and 10G. - Unanimous approval (5-0) of item 10C (Wildlife Salvage Permit) after discussion. - Directives: The board took no action on items 6, 7, and 8 (reports) due to absent members. These items were informational only. - Next Steps: The board will consider further discussion on September meeting attendance at a future meeting. The approved recommendations will be forwarded to the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners for consideration at their August 14-15, 2026 meeting. The meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.

Administrative Hearing on Short-Term Rental Violation and Fine at 3637 Red Leaf Drive - September 2, 2026\n\nOn September 2, 2026, Administrative Hearing Officer Richard Perry conducted a hearing requested by property owners John and Alexa Sullivan regarding an administrative citation for operating a short-term rental at 3637 Red Leaf Drive in violation of Carson City Municipal Code. The hearing focused on a $9,000 fine (representing three months at $3,000 per month) issued after previous enforcement actions and a municipal court ruling. The owners acknowledged the violation but argued for leniency given the City's recent adoption of a short-term rental ordinance effective November 1, 2026. The City staff confirmed they would not issue additional citations and were focused on future compliance.\n\n Discussion Items\n\n- Background and Previous Rulings: The property was first cited in November 2024. After a hearing on June 18, 2025, the hearing officer ordered the owners to cease short-term renting by September 20, 2025, with a $3,000 monthly fine for continued rentals after September 21, 2025. The owners appealed to municipal court, which upheld the order in January 2026. The owners then sought declaratory relief in district court but continued renting.\n- City's Position: Deputy Director Kyle Fisher testified that he personally verified the property remained listed on Airbnb with 13 reviews since the enforcement date. City staff issued one administrative citation for $9,000 (three months of fines) and deliberately chose not to issue a second citation. Director Hope Sullivan stated the City's focus is on compliance with the new ordinance effective November 1, 2026, rather than punitive measures.\n- Owners' Position: John and Alexa Sullivan expressed full support for the new short-term rental regulations, noting they had already voluntarily followed best practices such as limiting occupancy to two per bedroom, prohibiting street parking, and addressing noise issues. They stated they will be the first to apply for a license. They argued that they continued renting because they believed the City would resolve the matter by April 2026, based on communications with the district attorney in December 2025. They also noted they have a pending request for declaratory relief in district court.\n- Hearing Officer's Ruling: Hearing Officer Perry stated he had limited discretion and affirmed the $9,000 fine. He noted that the owners continued renting despite the municipal court order. He declined to impose any ongoing fines beyond the single citation before him, as the City had not issued additional citations.\n\n Key Outcomes\n\n- Fine Affirmed: The hearing officer upheld the administrative citation of $9,000 for the period of September 21, 2025, through the date of the citation.\n- No Additional Fines: The City confirmed it will not issue further citations for this property and will focus on ensuring compliance with the new short-term rental ordinance taking effect November 1, 2026.\n- Next Steps: The owners may appeal this administrative order to municipal court within 30 days. They also have a pending declaratory relief action in district court. The owners plan to apply for a short-term rental license under the new ordinance.