Public Meetings - Carson City, Nevada

The Carson City School District Board of Trustees met on May 12, 2026, to discuss and act on various agenda items, including recognitions of student achievements, a presentation on city growth and its impact on schools, updates on library services, budget, and policy changes. The meeting featured student recognitions from athletics, HOSA, speech and debate, and theater, as well as public comment on parent engagement. Consent Calendar - Adoption of the Agenda: Motion by Trustee Ramirez, second by Trustee Roberts. Passed unanimously. - Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion by Trustee Peterson, second by Trustee Varner. Passed unanimously. Recognitions & Reports - Superintendent's Report: Southwest Gas Foundation donated $5,000 to the Carson City Schools Foundation for STEM microgrants. The foundation has a budget of $60,000–$65,000 per year, allocating about $20,000 for AP exams, $20,000 for mini grants, and $10,000 for books for Jump Start. - Student Athlete Signings: 8 student athletes were recognized for signing to play collegiate sports; 7 of 8 earned scholarship money. They are pursuing diverse majors and sports at schools in California, Oregon, Iowa, Vermont, North Dakota, and New York. - HOSA Future Health Professionals: 35 students competed at the state competition in Las Vegas. The results included 20 top ten finishers, 12 certificates of excellence, 17 students qualifying for nationals, and the chapter winning the 100% membership gold award. - Speech and Debate: 9 students qualified for the national tournament in Richmond, Virginia (June 13–19). Events included duo interpretation, impromptu, extemporaneous debate, congressional debate, and public forum debate. The duo team (Caden and Chelsea) won the state championship and had 12 consecutive first-place wins. - Theater Awards: Micah Duran (Carson High sophomore) won Outstanding Lead Actor at the Nevada High School Musical Theater Awards—the first from Northern Nevada and the youngest winner. Devin Kellner won the Spirit of Broadway award. - Additional Reports: Carson High Student Council hosted a state conference with 1,400 attendees. Boys volleyball team defeated Reed. Various school-level reports highlighted field trips, STEM nights, swim lessons (third-grade partnership with Parks and Rec), and upcoming events. Public Comments & Testimony - Griffin Winward (WNC student) presented a project focused on increasing parent engagement through monthly after-school community events at elementary schools. He requested permission to start small at one school. The board directed him to contact Superintendent Fueling. Discussion Items - Growth and Development Presentation (Hope Sullivan, Carson City Planning Director): Presented an overview of the city's Master Plan (updated May 2025), growth management ordinance, and current development. Key points: Carson City is compact with a focus on infill development; average household size decreased from 2010 to 2020; 774 housing starts are permitted for 2026. Superintendent Fueling confirmed that continued growth will not compromise school capacity. Discussed projects including Altair Apartments (207 units), Blackstone Ranch (204 lots), and Lampa Ranch West. Trustee questions addressed population cap (80,000), workforce housing, and short-term rentals (40-50 currently). The board requested formalized communication between planning and district staff. - Library Update (Ananda Campbell): Reported on the alignment of library services with the district's strategic plan. Highlights include: integration of employability skills (work ethic, self-representation, teamwork, etc.), professional development courses for librarians (6 courses, 4-5 new librarians started this year), collection analysis, and the use of a Gemini AI tool to recommend books. Library checkouts at Carson High School increased by over 1,000. Middle school libraries doubled circulation. The district allocated funds for 108 new titles per elementary school. - Policy 505 – Assignment Within the District (Second Reading): Approved unanimously. The policy now defines the open enrollment window as typically January to early spring. - Budget Update for FY 2026-2027: Superintendent Fueling reported a projected deficit of approximately $2.9 million (down from $3 million at the prior meeting). 50 positions were removed, 14 staff received reduction-in-force notifications. The district is planning for continued budget challenges due to declining enrollment and is reviewing contracts (special education, Jump Start). The board emphasized the need for balanced reductions across all staff categories in future budgets. - Superintendent's Goals for 2026: Approved with an amendment. Goal 1 was changed from "fine-tuning" to "continued district-wide improvement of multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) to align instructional, mental health, and behavioral resources." The board also directed Superintendent Fueling to bring back measurable metrics for all goals at a future meeting. Key Outcomes - Policy 505 approved unanimously. - Superintendent's Goals approved with amendment and condition to present measurable metrics. - Consent Agenda approved unanimously. - NASB Award Nominations: The board agreed to have Superintendent Fueling conduct a staff survey and bring nominations back for a vote. A subcommittee may be formed by the board president. - Parent Engagement Proposal: Griffin Winward directed to work with Superintendent Fueling. - Future Agenda Items: Trustee Varner requested an update on the Edge Staff contract.

The Carson City Liquor Hearing Officer convened on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 1:30 PM in Conference Room A at 108 East Proctor Street. The meeting addressed three action items: a change of liquor manager, a new dining room with beer/wine liquor license, and an application to add liquor catering to an existing license. All items were approved. The meeting adjourned without public comment. Consent Calendar - There was no formal consent calendar; however, all agenda items were approved without opposition. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made during the public comment periods for any agenda item. Discussion Items - 4A: Change of Liquor Manager – Application to change the liquor manager to Benjamin Baguette for the Combo Liquor License (Liquor 006113-2021) held by Retail Court Hotel LLC, doing business as Stay Bridge Suites, located at 972 Retail Court, Carson City. The business offers an evening social three days a week with on-tap beer and wine. The applicant confirmed he reviewed the staff report and accepted the conditions. A representative from the sheriff's office commented on the importance of not serving minors, noting recent compliance operations that resulted in criminal citations and civil penalties. The sheriff’s office now conducts server training. The hearing officer approved the application subject to staff conditions. - 4B: New Dining Room with Beer/Wine Liquor License – Application for a dining room with beer/wine liquor license (Liquor 010186-2026) with Manpreet (Matt Free Roy) as liquor manager for Preet Bear Pizza Inc., doing business as Mountain Mike’s Pizza, located at 3817 South Carson Street, Suite 20, Carson City. The applicant stated this is his ninth restaurant; he owns two in Reno, one in Sparks, four in Las Vegas, and his family has two in Stockton, California. The business opened that morning and received a positive community response. The hearing officer approved the application subject to staff conditions. - 4C: Add Liquor Catering to Existing License – Application to add liquor catering to an existing liquor license (Liquor 007728-2023) for Maxine Holland (speaking for the business) and Jessica Brooks as liquor manager for Mayor Family Wine LLC, doing business as Cellar 8 Wine Bar, located at 408 North Carson Street, Carson City. The applicant noted that nonprofits, including the Children's Museum and Carson City Farmers Market, have requested on-site bar services for fundraising events. The license would also allow on-site bartending for weddings and private wine tastings at residences. The hearing officer approved the application with Jessica Brooks continuing as liquor manager, subject to staff conditions. Key Outcomes - Approved (4A): Change of liquor manager to Benjamin Baguette for Retail Court Hotel LLC (Stay Bridge Suites) – subject to staff conditions. - Approved (4B): New dining room with beer/wine liquor license for Mountain Mike’s Pizza (Preet Bear Pizza Inc.) – subject to staff conditions. - Approved (4C): Addition of liquor catering to the existing license for Cellar 8 Wine Bar (Mayor Family Wine LLC) – subject to staff conditions. - No other motions, referrals, or next steps were noted. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at approximately 1:45 PM (estimated) without further public comment.

The Audit Committee of Carson City convened on May 12, 2026, at 9:30 AM. Chair Shudy called the meeting to order with a quorum present (Chair Shudy, Vice Chair Lambin, Member Duke, Member Scalia, and Member Stack). The meeting addressed progress on prior audit findings, the fiscal year 2026 audit work program, and a discussion on proposed internal audit topics for fiscal year 2027. No public comments were received. Consent Calendar - None. Routine approvals were handled as action items. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public provided comment. The public was invited but none were present. Discussion Items - Audit Findings Tracking Report – Recommendations for Closure: CFO Sherry Russell Benaboo presented three items from the audit findings tracking report: - Payroll Processing Assessment (Item 1): A policy was finalized and entered into PolicyTech, establishing detailed payroll procedures, staff roles, timelines, and timesheet submission rules. The completion was recommended for closure. - Purchasing and Contracts Management Review: Completed early (original deadline June 30, 2026). The purchasing policy was updated, and training sessions were held—25 participants on March 17 and 13 participants on March 24. A Teams group was created for better communication. Closure recommended. - Asset Management Review: CFO Russell Benaboo requested an extension to the May 21 meeting because she had intended to bring deleted capital assets for 2025 along with the CIP plan for synergy, but forgot due to budget workload. She will present the deletions at the May 21 budget meeting. No action required on the deletion itself; it is a policy notification. - Fiscal Year 2026 Audit Work Program Update and Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Hotline Activity: Audit Manager Audrey Donovan reported zero hotline reports received. The internal audit plan is nearly complete: the risk assessment update and public guardian engagement are in progress and will be read out at the next meeting. About $20,000 remains to be invoiced, which will bring spending to the budgeted amount. - Proposed Internal Audit Services for Fiscal Year 2027 – Risk Assessment Discussion: Kathy Villemar and Audrey Donovan presented six potential audit topics based on a risk assessment update: cybersecurity penetration testing, benefits compliance, fire department overtime, franchise fee review, building department review, and human and health services (HHS) billing process review. Committee members discussed priorities: - Chair Shudy supported cybersecurity and fire department overtime as top priorities, and suggested deferring the building department review to next year due to its newness. - Member Duke noted the cybersecurity threat landscape (attacks up almost tenfold) and the importance of HHS billing given recent headlines. - CFO Russell Benaboo provided background: fire department overtime audit last done in 2019, and code categories were implemented but need verification; cybersecurity penetration testing was last performed nearly sixty years ago (per transcript); benefits compliance testing was done six to seven years ago; franchise fees and HHS billing have never been internally audited; HHS billing was recently brought back in-house. - The committee agreed to prioritize cybersecurity penetration testing, fire department overtime assessment, and franchise fee review for FY27. HHS billing and building department review were deemed more appropriate for FY28 due to timing and current transition. The annual internal audit budget is $110,000, and each engagement is estimated at $25,000–$35,000 (average $30,000), which limits the number to roughly three. - Consideration of Next Meeting Date: The previously scheduled June 9 meeting conflicted with Chair Shudy’s travel. The committee tentatively agreed to June 16, pending confirmation from all members. Key Outcomes - Motion to Close Audit Findings: A motion was made and seconded to recommend to the Board of Supervisors closure of the payroll processing and purchasing/contracts management items based on the corrections noted. The motion passed unanimously (all five members voting aye). The asset management review item was granted an extension to the May 21 budget meeting. - Direction for FY27 Audit Plan: The committee directed staff to bring a finalized audit plan and risk assessment to the next meeting (tentatively June 16) that includes cybersecurity penetration testing, fire department overtime assessment, and franchise fee review as the top three priorities. HHS billing and building department review will be considered for FY28. - Next Meeting Date: Tentatively set for June 16, 2026, subject to committee availability.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors met on May 7, 2026, for a regular meeting covering proclamations, pathway naming, a municipal code revision update, a Nevada Humane Society contract amendment, park renovations, and land use items. Public comment addressed camera surveillance, park projects, and open meeting law concerns. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda, comprising items 11C, 11B, 11A, 10A, 9A, and 8A, was approved unanimously. Item 11D, regarding a contract for renovations at Sunset Park, was pulled for separate discussion. Public Comments & Testimony - Mike Drews (President, Friends of Silver Saddle Ranch): Expressed full support for the Programmatic Agreement revision (Item 16D), noting his organization's comments had been integrated. - Larry Shoemaker (Carson City Resident): Voiced strong opposition to the renewal of the Flock safety camera contract, arguing it was approved with minimal public notice and infringes on Fourth Amendment protections. He stated his Public Records Act requests have gone unanswered and urged the board to require public reporting. - Denny French (Carson City): Expressed concerns about spending on park facilities (Items 11C and 11D), specifically the Korean trailhead and Sunset Park. He advocated for alternatives to asphalt due to heat factors. - Ronan Ripke (Student, Western Nevada College): Requested board approval for a temporary signage campaign to promote the Parks, Recreation & Open Space volunteer programs to address litter. - Kelsey Penrose: Spoke professionally, arguing the approval of the Sunset Park bid item constituted an Open Meeting Law violation due to a lack of specificity regarding tree removal on the agenda. She stated she would file a complaint with the Attorney General's office. Personally, she questioned the justification for removing specific trees and opposed the use of rubberized playground mats. - Robin Orloff (Carson City Citizen): Raised concerns that trail features on Prison Hill are violating natural resource protections, requesting a pause before further wash degradation occurs. Discussion Items - Proclamations & Awards: The board proclaimed May 17–23, 2026, as National Public Works Week and the month of May as Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness Month. Historic Preservation Awards were presented to Resource Concepts (RCI) for rebuilding the Dr. Simeon Lee House after a fire, and to Darren Berger for his efforts to preserve a historic shed. - Glen Lucky Pathway (Item 16B): The board unanimously voted to name the Route 395 multi-use path the “Glen Lucky Pathway” in honor of Glenn Lockheed, a local legend who has logged tens of thousands of miles on adaptive tricycles despite cerebral palsy. - Sunset Park Renovation (Item 11D): Parks Project Manager Nick Wentworth detailed the playground replacement, noting three trees would be removed due to power line conflicts and five new ornamental trees would be planted. The board voiced support for the project. - Code Revision Project (Item 13A): Consultant Nick Anthony reported the pencil review of all code titles is ahead of schedule. A lengthy discussion occurred on incorporating substantive departmental changes. The board directed the City Manager to prioritize and collect requested changes from departments as soon as possible. - Nevada Humane Society Contract (Item 14A): CEO Geraldine Bryant reported the total cost of services in Carson City is $2.2 million annually versus $842,000 in contract revenue, creating a $600,000 deficit. She requested a $150,000 increase. Supervisor White stated adamant opposition to the Trap-Neuter-Return program, arguing it is illegal and contrary to the contract's enforcement requirements. - Mills Park Grant (Item 16C): Open Space Manager Lindsay Boyer presented the acceptance of a $14 million SNPLMA grant for a complete renovation of Mills Park, noting minor clerical errors in the agreement. Key Outcomes - Pathway Naming (16B): Unanimously approved. - Sunset Park (11D): Unanimously approved the contract and contingency. - Nevada Humane Society (14A): Approved a motion (5–1, with Supervisor White opposed) to negotiate a $150,000 contract amendment and to conduct an analysis on the city assuming animal control services. - Mills Park (16C): Unanimously accepted the grant award, authorizing the mayor to sign necessary corrections. - Land Use (15A, 15B, 15C): Unanimously approved an abandonment, introduced a zone change, and approved a tentative subdivision map. - Programmatic Agreement (16D): Unanimously approved Amendment 1 to streamline maintenance on conveyed federal lands.

The Carson City Historic Resources Commission met on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at the Bob Crowell Boardroom to consider two development proposals affecting historic properties. Both items were approved unanimously with conditions. Public Comments & Testimony - One public comment was received as late material for item HRC-2026-0069 (Abel House), but its content was not read into the record. - No oral public comments were made during the public comment period. Discussion Items HRC-2026-0069 – 114 North Curry Street (Abel House) - Applicant: Dan Oester (Valoria, Olafant, Oster, and I'm on LLP) proposed adding a new accessible ramp, installing picket fencing, developing a new parking lot on the south side, adding four parking spaces on the north side, and installing three EV chargers. The property includes a contributing house and carriage house in the historic district. - Staff Presentation (Heather Ferris): Staff recommended approval with conditions, including requiring ramp railings to match existing porch railings, and a landscaping plan to be submitted and approved by the chair and staff. Two EV charger location options were presented: north side (conspicuous) and south parking lot (better screened). Staff recommended the south location. - Commission Discussion: Commissioner Block inquired about handicap parking requirements (will be required by building code). Commissioner Darney asked about EV charger usage and safety of backing onto John Street; Oester stated chargers will be publicly accessible and they intend to pursue state grant funds. Commissioner Wright preferred a metal railing (less attention) over a wood railing matching the porch, and the commission agreed to defer to the submitted plans (metal). Commissioner Schmidt supported preserving the carriage house doors. Chair noted the ability to approve landscaping plan administratively. Commissioner Block made a motion to approve with conditions, including allowing the chair and staff to approve the final landscaping plan and modifications (e.g., additional parking, secondary access door) at their discretion. - Outcome: Motion carried unanimously. HRC-2026-0076 – 1012 North Nevada Street - Applicant: Todd Copenhager proposed removing existing aluminum siding to restore original wood siding, replacing deteriorated windows and doors, and improving landscaping. The house and garage are contributing buildings in the West Side Historic District. - Staff Presentation: Staff recommended approval with conditions, including retaining original trim and molding around windows and doors. - Commission Discussion: Commissioner Schmidt asked about the rear door side light; Copenhager explained it was based on a framing clue but could be omitted. The commission agreed to limit door replacement to the rear door only without a side light. Significant discussion occurred on window specifications: Commissioner Schmidt and others preferred clear glass (non-low-E) and exterior grids simulating divided lights. Commissioner Schmidt also raised concerns about porch structural issues; it was agreed the chair could approve minor modifications like additional posts if needed. Commissioner Schmidt also recommended using original window profiles based on garage siding. The motion, as amended by Heather, included conditions: windows to be non-low-E wood-aluminum clad with exterior grid; rear door replacement only, no side light; trim and molding to match historic originals. - Outcome: Motion carried unanimously. Key Outcomes - HRC-2026-0069 – Approved unanimously with conditions: ramp railing to match submitted plans (metal), landscaping plan approval delegated to chair/staff, and chair/staff authorized to approve minor modifications (e.g., additional parking, secondary access). - HRC-2026-0076 – Approved unanimously with conditions: windows to be non-low-E wood-aluminum clad with exterior grid; rear door replacement only, without side light; all trim and molding to match historic originals. - Staff Reports: May is Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness Month; a proclamation and awards will go to the Board of Supervisors on May 7. The historic scavenger hunt opened May 1; feedback requested more prizes. The next regular meeting is set for July 1, 2026. - Commission Reports: Commissioner noted 402 West Robinson has a notice of violation but weeds are high; the Catholic church steeple remediation is ongoing. The 2026 Christmas ornament will feature the 1875 Walter Toby house.

The Carson City Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife met on May 4, 2026, from 5:31 PM to 6:12 PM. The board discussed a proposal from the Churchill County Advisory Board regarding the use of trained blood trailing dogs and unmanned aerial systems (drones), received updates from the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners meetings, and voted on several consent agenda items including appeals of subguide license denials, big game quotas, and black bear quotas. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval (March 11, 2026): Approved unanimously. - Consent Agenda Items 9A through 9H and 9K through 9L: Approved unanimously without discussion. Public Comments & Testimony - A board member raised questions about enforcement of the proposed drone and dog regulations. Board members expressed support for the use of certified blood trailing dogs but opposed the use of unmanned aerial systems, citing concerns about abuse and enforcement challenges. No formal public comment was received from the audience. Discussion Items - Proposal from Churchill County Advisory Board: The board discussed a written proposal to adopt regulations authorizing trained blood trailing dogs and unmanned aerial systems (including thermal imaging) for tracking wounded game. Board members were generally supportive of certified blood trailing dogs but opposed drones, citing potential for abuse and enforcement difficulties. The board decided to wait for the May 8–9, 2026 Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners meeting to voice their position: support for certified blood trailing dogs, opposition to unmanned aerial systems. - Update from March 13–14, 2026 Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners Meeting (Boulder City): A board member reported: - Daniel King’s appeal of a subguide license denial was denied; the commission upheld the penalty despite King’s argument that the infraction occurred before he became a guide. - Tyler Hubbard’s case was dismissed, preventing further action. - The commission supported denial of ranging scopes and thermals. - Significant cow elk tag increases in units 060, 061, 071, 076–091, 072–074, and 11–115 due to fire impacts and population trends. - Predator fee of $1.1 million, 63% for lethal removal ($723,000) and $60,000 for upland bird contributions. - A Utah State University study on mountain lion diet showed 95% preference for a single prey type with little crossover. - Update on Carson City Urban Wildlife Committee: No formal report, but a board member noted increased rattlesnake presence and bites in the area, attributed to colder weather. - Reports and Informational Items (8A–8E): No discussion; items were straightforward. - Attendance at Upcoming Commission Meetings: The board discussed sending representatives to the May 8–9, 2026 meeting in Reno (covered) and the June 26–27, 2026 meeting in Winnemucca (to be determined at the next meeting). Key Outcomes - Item 9I – Appeal of Braxton Billabo (subguide license denial): Approved unanimously to support the denial. - Item 9J – Appeal of Paul Padilla (subguide license denial): Approved unanimously to support the denial. - Item 9M – Big Game Quotas for 2026–2027: The board heard detailed input from NDOW biologist Carl, who explained: - Mule deer quotas in units 192 and 194 are reduced slightly due to poor herd recovery from a hard winter and ongoing development; unit 192 sees a decrease while 194 remains unchanged. - Unit 195 has severe impacts from feral horses (estimated 4,000 horses) and few deer. - Unit 291 (Pine Nuts) has a recovering deer herd; quota reduced by 10 any-legal-weapon tags to avoid overharvest. - Sheep in unit 195: population estimated at 218, with good ram ratios, but horses are encroaching on habitat. - Turkeys in the Pine Nuts: successful release of 26 hens in 2026, with reproduction observed; previous release of 36 birds (including toms) appears to be integrating. The board voted unanimously to support the quotas as proposed. - Item 9N – Black Bear Quotas for 2026: No change from previous year. NDOW biologist noted the population is stable; 12 bears harvested in 2025, 28 killed by vehicles. Board voted unanimously to support the quotas as written. - Meeting Adjourned at 6:12 PM.

The Carson City Planning Commission met on April 29, 2026, to discuss a variety of land use and zoning matters. Key topics included a presentation on the Carson City Airport's economic impacts, discussions and votes on a proposed short-term rental ordinance, several special use permits, and a parking ordinance amendment for the downtown redevelopment area. The commission took action on multiple items, with several approved subject to conditions and one recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. Consent Calendar - The minutes of the March 25, 2026 meeting were approved as amended (amending item 6G to reference "rezoning" instead of "special use permit"). Motion by Commissioner Pizell, second by Commissioner DeChristopher, carried unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Chris Martinovich (City Transportation Manager) announced the launch of the North Carson Complete Street Study, including a survey at CarsonProud.com and a comment map. The study will run through approximately May 22, 2026, and feedback will be used to develop design concepts. Construction funding is not yet identified. - Denny French urged the commission to consider "aero ecology" – the ecosystem of the air – when imposing conditions on development, and encouraged tree planting for shade and cooling. He cited a 2008 article and noted Reno's efforts to dim lights for bird migration. - Bart Carrill commented on the short-term rental (STR) ordinance, expressing concerns about response times, enforcement, liability, and the lack of repercussions for existing illegal STRs. He argued for starting with industrial zones only and opposed allowing STRs in residential neighborhoods without prior data. - Tanya Brown (resident of Lucans Lane) opposed the ADU special use permit at 2828 Lucans Lane, citing concerns about density, safety, and the character of the single-family neighborhood. She noted the owner also owns two other homes on the street and questioned the intended use of a three-bedroom ADU for in-laws. - Denny French (later) commented on the age-restricted housing project, opposing the proposed height of 52 feet and arguing the project's contribution to traffic improvements (1.7% of cost) was too low. - Lauren (business owner on Curry Street) spoke in favor of the parking ordinance amendment, explaining that expanding his physical therapy clinic would require paving over landscaping for parking if on-site parking were required, and the amendment would allow him to use on-street parking instead. - Additional public comment was made regarding the Montessori school's use of the MAC and the need for public involvement in scheduling. Discussion Items Presentation: Carson City Airport Economic Impacts Airport Manager Corey Jenkins presented a detailed history and economic overview of the airport. Key points: - Established 1928, land donated by families to support manufacturing. - Created an aviation industrial park in the 1970s, attracting companies like ClickBond and Rocket EMS (which brought over 300 jobs). - The airport is a general aviation reliever for Reno-Tahoe, with 400 based aircraft, approximately 86,000 annual operations, and trending towards more turboprop/jet activity. - Economic impact (2022 study): 1,361 jobs, $78.7M labor income, $251M total output. Current numbers are higher due to new companies. - Recent projects: new snow removal equipment, an SRE building, and installation of PAPI approach lighting (a 5-year effort). - Future: runway extension for safety of existing jet traffic; hangar development on 40+ available acres; through-the-fence project approved by FAA for business headquarters (unique approval). - Airport funding model: federal grants with 6.25% city match; city must protect airspace to maintain grants. - The commission discussed the importance of coordination with the airport for land use compatibility (Part 77 airspace protection). - Commissioners praised the presentation and noted the airport as a key economic engine. Short-Term Rental Ordinance (ZA 2026-0045) The commission revisited the draft ordinance previously discussed on March 25, 2026. Staff proposed modifications based on earlier input (response times, occupancy limits, zoning restrictions, trash bins, etc.). Key discussion points: - Age requirement: Consensus to require the person making the reservation to be at least 25 years old and must be present during the rental. - Corporate ownership: No consensus; concerns about legal enforceability; commission decided not to include restrictions. - Liability insurance: The Board of Supervisors did not want to require it; some commissioners expressed desire for legal opinion, but ultimately no insurance requirement was added. However, it was noted that homeowners typically have liability insurance and can add the city as an additional insured. - Zoning table of permitted uses: Commission agreed to remove "Tourist Commercial" from the list of allowed zones (only industrial and public are excluded). All other zones remain permitted. - Modifications adopted: - 30-minute telephone response / 1-hour in-person response for complaints. - Prohibit wood-burning fire pits; gas only. - Require a code of conduct approved by hearings officer, including a list of minimum items. - Require a sanitation protocol for premises and for pools/hot tubs, with a maintenance log. - Prohibit use during Red Flag Warnings (as issued by NWS). - Provide notice to neighbors (300 ft) with responsible party contact info. - Hearings officer can add conditions as needed. - The commission voted to recommend approval to the Board of Supervisors with these amendments. They also requested a one-year review of the ordinance's effectiveness. ADU Special Use Permit (7B) – 2828 Lucans Lane Applicant requested a 975 sq ft detached ADU (exceeds 50% of primary residence and max 700 sq ft). Staff recommended approval with conditions. Public comment opposed due to density and neighborhood character. Commissioner questions focused on compatibility of materials (stucco vs LP siding), tree preservation, and the size (3-bedroom). The applicant agreed to match existing architecture and preserve trees. Motion to approve based on findings and staff conditions carried (Commissioner Preston seconded, passed unanimously). Montessori School SUP Amendment (7C) – Increase enrollment from 89 to 150 Staff reported that the Boys and Girls Club site will host up to 150 students (the applicant anticipated 120). Conditions include limiting parent pick-up/drop-off to 12 per day and requiring bus service. Concern about using the MAC for PE was noted but the school indicated they will coordinate. Motion to approve carried unanimously. Tattoo Parlor SUP (7A) – 1950 North Carson Street Applicant, a tattoo artist, proposed a small space (one artist). Conditions acceptable. Staff recommended approval. No public comment. Motion carried unanimously. Age-Restricted Multifamily Housing SUP (7D) – 204 units at Gold Dust Way Applicant (Affinity at Carson City LLC) proposed 204 age-restricted (55+) units: a four-story building (52 ft tall, exceeding 45 ft max) plus duplexes. Located in GC zone within Lampa Ranch North Specific Plan. Conditions include: - Access to East William Street via Gold Dust West property (MOU provided). - Emergency access required before construction. - Trash enclosure plan subject to waste management approval (added condition). - Enhanced landscaping along east/southeast side: minimum 2-inch caliper deciduous trees and 10-ft evergreen trees (added condition). - Pro-rata share of traffic signal at East Fifth and Manhattan. - Fire department requires two means of access before combustible materials on site. Commission discussion covered snow storage, parking, landscaping, height concerns (some commissioners felt 52 ft was too tall, but staff noted the special use permit is specifically for the height). Applicant explained typical design and noted the first floor has higher ceilings. Motion to approve with added conditions carried (Commissioner Preston seconded, passed unanimously). Parking Ordinance Amendment for Redevelopment Area One (ZA 2026-0051) Staff proposed to eliminate on-site parking requirements for non-residential uses on parcels under 1/3 acre in Redevelopment Area One (expires Jan 2031). This is intended to facilitate redevelopment without paving over landscaping. Of 817 parcels, 210 qualify. Public comment in favor (business owner). Motion to recommend approval to Board of Supervisors carried unanimously. Staff Report and Upcoming Meetings - Building activity: April valuation over $20M; 31 housing starts (7 SF, 24 MF); year-to-date 85 housing starts. - Code enforcement: 41 new cases, 147 closed, 48 new business licenses. - Upcoming special events in May. - Next meeting (May 13, 2026) will include a special use permit for a marijuana facility (ownership change), right-of-way abandonment, and a permit for St. Teresa's School. - Commissioner Preston noted that Spectrum has removed local public channels from their internet TV service, and asked that this be raised with the city. Key Outcomes - Minutes approved as amended. - Short-Term Rental Ordinance: Recommended to Board of Supervisors with amendments (age 25, zoning table excluding Tourist Commercial, various operational standards, one-year review requested). - ADU Special Use Permit (2828 Lucans Lane): Approved with staff conditions. - Montessori School SUP Amendment: Approved with conditions (12 drop-offs/pick-ups, busing). - Tattoo Parlor SUP: Approved. - Age-Restricted Housing SUP: Approved with two additional conditions (trash plan, enhanced landscaping). - Parking Ordinance Amendment: Recommended to Board of Supervisors. - Meeting adjourned.

The Carson City School District held its annual Employee of the Year recognition event on April 21, 2026. The event honored Education Support Professionals (ESPs) and educators from across the district. Dan Davis, Public Information Officer, served as MC. Superintendent Fueling and school board trustees Michelle Peterson, Lupe Ramirez, Rebecca Roberts, and Molly Wald were in attendance; trustees Matt Clapham, Tina Statuckey, and Richard Varner were unable to attend. The event was made possible by Renee Cortez and Corey Esherwood. Each winner received a certificate, a commemorative coin, and a gift card. Awards Presented (by site) Awards were presented alphabetically by site, beginning with high schools, then middle schools, elementary schools, and finally district departments. Winners were introduced with biographical details and notable achievements. Winners included: - Carson High School: Becca Hanslicky (Career Center specialist, two years at CHS, launched the career closet) and Kendra Tuttle (Teacher of the Year, follows in her mother's footsteps, teaches future teachers). - Silver Campus: Amanda Stepro (front office, knows every student by name) and Rebecca Allen (teaches English, creative writing, theater, Spanish). - Carson Middle School: Kelly Ferretti (office manager, retiring this year) and Brianna Valley (music teacher, 15 years, product of Carson City). - Eagle Valley Middle School: Noah Ramos (campus monitor, 24 years old, two years) and Brittany Whitner (social studies teacher, 12th year, Teacher of the Year at EVMS in 2021). - Bordewick-Bray: Triana (ESL paraprofessional, former EL student) and Shannon Slayman (math teacher, 30+ years). - Empire Elementary: Mate (school secretary, 10+ years) and Cassidy Robinson (teacher, dozen years, builds community). - Fremont Elementary: Heather (special education paraprofessional, 15+ years, motto \"find a way\") and Corinne (EL teacher, from Venezuela, master's degree). - Fritch Elementary: Christina Monson (lunch lady) and Irene Waltz (computer science teacher, 28 years, pioneer in technology standards). - Mark Twain: Julie (paraprofessional, 10 years) and Molly Martin (teacher, six years, nationally board certified). - Seeliger: Kim Cohen (kindergarten paraprofessional, 20+ years, retiring this year - absent, recognized by Carrie Pryor) and Bethany Wand (school nurse, five years at Seeliger). - Student Support Services: Darcy (joined July 2024) and Rudy (school psychologist since 2004). - Transportation: Eric Cooper (mechanic, started May 2023, promoted to MEC 2 in October 2025). - Operations: Julie (purchasing supervisor, started in 2009). - Administration/PDC: Brian Waltz (systems engineer, 15 years, son of Irene Waltz). Overall Winners The final awards of the evening were announced: - Administrator of the Year 2026: Mrs. Amy Robinson, Principal of Carson Middle School. A product of Carson City Schools, she has worked for the district for 30 years and been principal since 2022. She was praised for unwavering care for students and long-term vision. - Educational Support Professional (ESP) of the Year: Becca Hanslicky (Carson High School). Selected for her impact on student success; will represent the district at the state level. - Educator of the Year: Kendra Tuttle (Carson High School). She established partnerships with every elementary school, organized graduation walks; will represent the district at the state level. Key Outcomes - The overall ESP and Educator of the Year winners will go on to represent the Carson City School District at the state level among Nevada's 17 other school districts. - The ceremony celebrated several retirements, including Kim Cohen (20+ years at Seeliger) and Kelly Ferretti (office manager at Carson Middle School). - The event concluded with a birthday song for Dan Davis and refreshments.

This meeting of the Carson City Open Space Advisory Committee (OSAC) was held on April 20, 2026, at 1:30 PM. The committee welcomed a new member, discussed and approved the 2025 annual report, the FY2027 work plan and budget, received monitoring reports, and heard staff updates. The meeting lasted approximately three hours and included extensive public comment. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The committee approved the draft meeting minutes from the previous meeting (which was a joint meeting) with a correction to add a missing committee member's name. The motion was made, seconded, and passed unanimously with one abstention. - Election of Chair and Vice Chair: After discussion, the committee elected Jay as Chair and Mary Bird as Vice Chair for the 2026 calendar year. The motion passed unanimously. Jay declined to chair the remainder of the meeting, and Mark continued as acting chair. Public Comments & Testimony - Denny French (Carson City resident): Appreciated the comprehensive report and staff's work. Expressed concerns about fuel consumption in the budget, the need to live within means, and the importance of responsible spending of rainy-day funds. Also asked about the budget line item for fuel and noted that rising gas prices could affect operations. - Danny (public commenter): Voiced support for the e-bike working group and recommended including a younger perspective. Also suggested that tinker bells be required on bicycles for safety on trails. - Public comment (unidentified speaker): Raised concerns about overgrazing and drainage at Horse Creek Ranch, and asked for clarity on landowner responsibilities under the conservation easement. Also recommended that monitoring visits be conducted at varying times of year. Discussion Items - 2025 Annual Report of Activities: Lindsay Boyer, Open Space Manager, presented a detailed report covering land acquisitions, capital improvements, trail projects, natural resource management, maintenance, volunteer programs, and events. Highlights included: managing over 7,000 acres with 7 full-time and 2 part-time staff; completion of the Prison Hill West Trailhead and accessible trail; acquisition of water rights for Buzzy's Ranch; ongoing sheep grazing project (2,500 sheep on 19th year); nearly $7 million in grant funding received; 400 participants in the Trails Challenge; and over $143,000 in volunteer labor value. The report was approved unanimously. - FY2027 Work Plan: Lindsay Boyer outlined the work plan for the upcoming fiscal year (July 2026 – June 2027). Key projects included: continued water rights acquisition for Buzzy's Ranch (69% complete), potential purchase of an 80-acre parcel in Ash Canyon (grant application pending), Riverview Trailhead renovation, completion of the Carson River Master Plan update, development of an open space master plan, and implementation of the Programmatic Agreement with the State Historic Preservation Office. The committee discussed the need for an updated opportunities map with scoring priorities. The work plan was approved. - FY2027 Open Space Budget: Lindsay Boyer presented the budget, funded entirely by the Quality of Life initiative (40% of sales tax revenue, approximately $1.7 million annually). Proposed changes included reclassification of the volunteer coordinator to Community Outreach Coordinator (79% funded by open space), purchase of a masticator attachment, and adjustments to seasonal staff budgets. The committee noted that the board had already received initial budget information due to the snowstorm-caused meeting delay. The committee voted to recommend the budget to the Board of Supervisors. - Horse Creek Ranch Conservation Easement Annual Monitoring Report: Marina Lovejoy, Senior Natural Resource Specialist, reported that the landowner is in compliance with the easement. Natural resource concerns include forest health and pasture grazing impacts. The landowner has pivoted from building new homes to improving existing historic cabins. A stewardship account of $50,000 is available for potential improvements. The report was approved. - Staff Updates: - Water Rights Acquisitions: Lindsay Boyer reported the completion of two acquisitions (915.8 acre-feet from Vidler Water Company for $2.3 million, and 363 acre-feet from the Anderson family for $730,000). A remaining $1.8 million grant from SNPLMA will fund the last portion. - Cottonwood Surveys: Intern Travis Navarro surveyed over 2,000 cottonwoods, finding that beavers target trees under 10 inches diameter, but also large trees near the river. Results inform tree wrapping management. - Sheep Program: 2,400 sheep are currently grazing on the west side. A $90,000 grant from Nevada Division of Forestry over five years funds fire department watering and fencing. - E-Bike Working Group: Greg Bergren, Trails Coordinator, announced the formation of a working group to study e-bike use, impacts, and policies in Carson City. The group will include OSAC, PRC, and transportation representatives, and aims to report back by the December joint meeting. Key Outcomes - Votes: - Approval of minutes (unanimous with one abstention). - Election of Jay (Chair) and Mary Bird (Vice Chair) (unanimous). - Approval of 2025 Annual Report (unanimous). - Approval of FY2027 Work Plan (unanimous). - Recommendation to Board of Supervisors for FY2027 Budget (unanimous). - Approval of Horse Creek Ranch Monitoring Report (unanimous). - Directives: Staff to update the open space opportunities map with scoring criteria; to include the conservation easement document as an exhibit in future annual reports; to invite a younger community member to the e-bike working group. - Next Steps: The annual report will be presented to the Board of Supervisors on May 7, 2026. The final budget will be considered by the Board at a second meeting in May. The e-bike working group will convene and report by December 2026.