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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Reno public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
TMWRF Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Progress
Committee members are scheduled to examine current progress on capital improvement projects at the reclamation facility. These updates track infrastructure investments and long-term facility upgrades.
Truckee River Vision Plan Implementation
Sediment buildup has impacted the performance and safety of the whitewater features in the Truckee River. City staff and community groups are exploring short-term fixes and permit requirements to restore pool depths.
Wildfire Mitigation and Forest Health Grants
Washoe County Emergency Management is working to reduce wildfire risk through vegetation management and defensible-space practices in vulnerable areas.
Reno Municipal Code Title 8 Tree and Shrub Updates
The draft update to the city's tree code heads to City Council for public review before returning to the commission for final sign-off. A second portion covering private trees is still to come.
2026 Urban Forestry Commission Annual Report & Future Planning
The commission will staff a sapling table at Earth Day (Idlewild Park, April 18) and hold an Arbor Day ceremony April 24 with a volunteer planting April 25 at Paradise Park. Awards will recognize tree-friendly work around the city.