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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Reno public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Regional Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) System Contract Adjustment
The executive board is reviewing a major contract change order with vendor Octave (formerly Intergraph Corporation) that reduces milestone payments by $600,000, extends on-site support, and resets the project schedule. This multi-agency project involves Reno, Sparks, Washoe County, and REMSA to modernize emergency dispatch operations.
Regional Stormwater Permit Compliance and Invoices
The committee is paying CAMwise Consulting up to $2,000 to build a training class for HOAs and common-interest communities on flooding, stormwater infrastructure, maintenance obligations, and liability. HOA board members are the target audience.
ARPA Program Updates for Senior and Community Support
Planning is underway for Older Americans Month in May, featuring an information fair on May 1 at the Washoe County Senior Center and council-sponsored ice cream socials.
Watershed Assessments and Monitoring Plans
Reno has kicked off its FY2027 watershed assessments with contractor NCE, but dates aren't set yet and staff still need access to some private HOA properties to do the work.
Recreation Management Software Upgrade
The board approved VMware licensing upgrades for server infrastructure while holding off on Microsoft licensing quotes to ensure contract clarity. These software licenses support the core infrastructure running emergency response software.
OneWater Nevada Advanced Purified Water Facility Project
City and TMWA staff presented plans for a major water recycling facility in the North Valleys that will convert treated wastewater into drinking-water standards.
Santerra-Quilici Water Storage Tanks
Truckee Meadows Water Authority (TMWA) received approval to relocate two 400,000-gallon water storage tanks to a more feasible hillside location to serve the approved Santerra-Quilici Ranch subdivision. The review addressed hillside grading, cuts and fills, and seismic safety standards.
Parking Gallery Operational Assessment and Management
The city reviewed an operational assessment of the downtown Parking Gallery at 135 N. Sierra Street, finding underutilization and fragmented management. The board recommended hiring a dedicated parking operator and planning for capital improvements.
FY27 stormwater program budget increase
The regional stormwater program is getting more money next year — $287,500 from the WRWC (up $25,000) and $80,000 a year from NDOT (up from $70,000). The extra funds cover updating manuals and relocating monitoring sites.
Western Regional Water Commission Appointment
The committee picked Sparks Council Member Charlene Bybee to represent the wastewater facility on the Western Regional Water Commission for two years — a seat that helps shape regional water policy.
Multi-Family Recycling and Neighborhood Services
Board members discussed ongoing resident concerns regarding the lack of recycling services in multi-family housing complexes, HOA fencing rules, and cul-de-sac snow plowing.
American Flats Project Utility Coordination
City staff are working with consultants and utility providers to evaluate pricing and timelines for utility services at the American Flats Project.