Carson City Board of Supervisors Meeting - October 15, 2026

The Carson City Board of Supervisors met on Thursday, October 15, 2026, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Robert 'Bob' Crowell Board Room at the Community Center, 851 East William Street. Mayor Bagwell presided, with Supervisors Giomi, White, Horton, and Shuty present. The board unanimously approved the consent calendar, appointed a new Open Space Advisory Committee member, received the Public Guardian's annual report, and voted 4-1 to approve a contested downtown street abandonment.

Special Presentations

• Pastor Ian Hodge of First Presbyterian gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
• Length of Service certificates were presented to Urial Colazo (20 years), TJ Bogan (20 years), Jennifer Churchward (15 years), Cash (5 years, K-9), Michael Wallace (5 years), and Gregory Kranz (5 years).

Public Comments & Testimony

• During the first public comment period, Denny French of Carson City said the Hop May Adams Foundation-related process had not been communicated clearly and urged the city to improve open, transparent, and understandable communication.
• Karen Stevens testified about U.S. Senator Josh Hawley's September 28, 2026 Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Flock license plate reader cameras, saying the cameras create a nationwide AI surveillance network and threaten privacy.
• Another speaker invited the board to the October 16, 2026 unveiling of a historical marker honoring Sheriff John L. Blackburn, Nevada's first lawman killed in the line of duty.
• During the street abandonment item, Tiffany Olm of Yapel's Dance Studio said she supported growth but asked for guaranteed access and parking for nearby businesses during construction. Denny French said unanswered questions remained about timing and communication. Sandra Owens said the abandonment was unusually large and urged more due diligence, including notification of affected businesses and a traffic study. BC Strasberg argued the public would lose parking and that the process was subjective. Another speaker asked the board to evaluate cumulative traffic and infrastructure impacts. Joy Treshinski opposed removing streets for a new town hall and parking garage and asked that the plan go to a vote of the people. Karen Stevens opposed the abandonment, said no traffic study had been done, and asserted the public was not receiving fair value.

Consent Calendar

All consent agenda items were approved unanimously:

• Approved the September 17, 2026 Board of Supervisors minutes.
• Approved acceptance of a donated enclosed, single-axle utility trailer, estimated value $3,000, from the State of Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health for the CERT program.
• Ratified the City Manager's approval of bills and payment requests for September 7 through October 2, 2026.
• Approved the treasury condition report and statements of receipts and expenditures through October 2, 2026, per NRS 251.030 and 354.290.
• Accepted two easements from Affinity at Carson City, LLC at no cost: a public access and utility easement of approximately 44,469 square feet and a multi-use path easement of approximately 7,550 square feet on APN 010-041-85.
• Approved a non-exclusive easement of approximately 6,783 square feet on APN 004-083-12, 700 East Fifth Street, from the State of Nevada Division of State Lands to Carson City for storm drain access, at $7,265 per year, adjustable every five years.
• Approved GIS software license and support purchase from ESRI, not to exceed $199,800 over three years.
• Approved purchase of mobile vehicle traffic barriers from Meridian Rapid Defense Group, LLC, not to exceed $294,357.80.
• Approved roofing materials purchase for the Upper Aquatic Facility Roofing Project, not to exceed $491,700.84, and awarded Contract No. 27300192 to State Roofing Systems, Inc. for a total not to exceed $733,568, comprising $666,880 base and alternate bid plus $66,688 contingency, with authorization for the Public Works Director to expend the contingency if necessary.
• Approved the Treasurer's monthly statement of deposits, outstanding checks, and cash on hand for September 2026, per NRS 354.280.

Discussion Items

• Open Space Advisory Committee Appointment (Item 14a): The board interviewed two applicants; a third candidate, Timothy, was absent. Mike described himself as an active Muscle Powered volunteer and open space user. Elizabeth 'Beth' Haas cited expertise in the health and mental health impacts of open space and a willingness to do physical trail work. The board unanimously appointed Haas to a partial term expiring January 2028.
• Public Guardian Annual Report (Item 15a): Public Guardian Sandra Doughty presented the annual report. She said the office is guardian of last resort for vulnerable individuals, serving Carson City and, through a 2019 contract, Storey County residents. The office has 58 cases, 56 active or pending termination; protected persons range in age from 26 to 98; 45 were Medicaid-funded, 9 private pay, and 2 pending Medicaid as of August 31, 2026. The office restored rights for three individuals this year, compared with two the previous year, and reported an increase in less-restrictive placements. Challenges included financial institutions not honoring court orders, a shortage of representative payee services, limited Medicaid-contracted facilities, lack of mental health services, medical treatment or discharge without guardian consent, incomplete petitions, and staff turnover. This item was for discussion only; no action was taken.
• Right-of-Way Abandonment Application AB-2026-0134 (Item 16a): Staff from Community and Economic Development presented the request by Tom Metcalf / Hop May Adams Foundation to abandon five downtown street segments: North Fall Street between East Proctor and East Robinson; the easternmost 12-foot portion of North Plaza Street; East Telegraph Street between North Plaza and North Stewart; East Spear Street between North Fall and North Stewart; and the northernmost 24-foot portion of East Proctor Street between North Plaza and North Stewart. Staff said the streets are local roads primarily serving adjacent parking lots and that the application was processed under CCMC 17.15. The Planning Commission recommended approval on September 30, 2026, by a 5-0 vote with one recusal and one absence, subject to conditions including concurrent lot line deletion/reversion to avoid landlocked parcels, preservation of 67 public parking spaces, and a public access easement over existing sidewalks or an approved traversable path. Applicant representatives said the abandonment would allow lot consolidation and better marketability. Supervisor White raised detailed concerns about master plan compliance, sidewalk maintenance, the lack of a tentative map, fire truck turnaround, utility easements, tax verification, and whether the required findings could be made. Staff responded that the local street classification, conditions of approval, and concurrent recording of the lot line deletion addressed many of those concerns. The applicant said a voluntary traffic study had been authorized.
• Supervisor Giomi moved to approve the right-of-way abandonment as presented, with an added clarification that the public access easement be maintained by the subject property owner and with staff and District Attorney's office conforming changes. The motion was seconded and passed 4-1, with Supervisor White voting no.

City Manager and Board Updates

• City Manager announced the William Street Complete Streets project is nearing completion; a North Carson Street Complete Streets public open house will be held Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center; the city Bonanza will be Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. in Mills Park; trick-or-treating is scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2026; and Nevada Day is Saturday, October 31, 2026.
• Supervisor Giomi shared Travel Nevada data showing 2025 direct visitor spending in Carson City was just under $250 million, up just under 2% year over year.
• The clerk's office recognized Brianna for her service as she departs for Ventura County, California, and announced that Zach Pettett has been promoted to replace her.

Key Outcomes

• The board approved the consent calendar, including minutes, financial reports, easements, and purchases, unanimously.
• Elizabeth 'Beth' Haas was unanimously appointed to the Open Space Advisory Committee.
• The Public Guardian's report was received for discussion; no action was taken.
• The board approved the right-of-way abandonment 4-1, with Supervisor White opposed, subject to the stated conditions and the added easement maintenance clarification.
• The board adjourned and announced a closed session to confer with management representatives and counsel.