Meeting Schedule

Board of County Commissioners April 22, 2025 10 a.m. Agenda
Washoe County Investment Committee April 23, 2025 9 a.m. Agenda
Open Space and Regional Parks Commission April 23, 2025 1:30 p.m. Agenda

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News & Announcements

STAR program offers second chances through recovery and accountability

Logo of Alternative Sentencing and STAR programApril is recognized as Second Chance Month to showcase the impact of re-entry programs such as Washoe County’s STAR program. Re-entry programs promote public safety, save taxpayer dollars, and result in stronger, healthier communities.  STAR stands for Support in Treatment, Accountability and Recovery, and is a program within the Department of Alternative Sentencing. It is […]

Second Judicial District Court hosts ‘Lawyer in the Library’ special event

Photo of a courthouseAttorneys specializing in Family Law, Civil/General Law, Probate Law, and Landlord/Tenant Law will volunteer their time to provide free legal assistance. Each participant will get a 15-minute session to talk with a lawyer.  A Spanish interpreter will be available.

Washoe County Partial Abatement Claim Forms Mailed

Washoe County Assessor Chris Sarman reminds property owners to verify the tax cap status on their property. This can be done by checking a parcel number, address, or ownership on the Washoe County Assessor’s website at the website below.  Additional sources for verification include valuation notices, tax bills, or simply calling the Assessor’s Office.

Cares Campus winter overflow beds close for the season

Photo of a large buildingWashoe County’s Housing and Homeless Services (HHS) Division closed its winter overflow beds Tuesday, following a phased shutdown that began on April 7. While these seasonal beds are closed, the Nevada Cares Campus Resource Center remains open 24/7 until May 1 as a warming center. After this date, the center will continue serving unhoused individuals without a designated bed at the Nevada Cares Campus or Our Place. The Resource Center provides essential day use services such as laundry, showers, restrooms, meals, and case management. It will be open 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. 

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