Churchill County public meetings in 2023
152 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Library Board of Trustees
The Churchill County Library Board of Trustees met to approve the monthly budget report and the Library Gift Fund. The board also reviewed updates for a new library logo and the meeting room policy, though both items were tabled for further discussion.
- Approval of monthly budget report
- Approval of the Library Gift Fund
- Discussion of updated Library Meeting Room Policy
- Review of options for a new library logo
Regional Transportation Commission
The Churchill County Regional Transportation Commission will meet to discuss several financial actions regarding fiscal year 2024 road improvements. The agenda also includes the election of the board's Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2024.
- Encumbrance of $250,000 from Regional Transportation Fund 280 for FY 2024 road improvements
- Encumbrance of $250,000 from Public Transit Fund 395 for FY 2024 road improvements
- Transfer of $250,000 from Regional Transportation Fund 280 for FY 2024 road improvements
- Transfer of $250,000 from Public Transit Fund 395 for FY 2024 road improvements
- Election of 2024 Chairman and Vice-Chairman positions
General
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct several departmental tours for information-gathering purposes. No official action will be taken during these site visits.
- Juvenile Probation tour at 335 N. Broadway St.
- Fire Department tour at 20 N. Carson St.
- Library tour at 553 S. Maine St.
- Museum tour at 1050 S. Maine St.
General
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several administrative updates, including a contract for tenant improvements at 101 N. Maine Street and a proposal for a new secondary water treatment plant facility. The meeting also includes reviews of financial reports and potential ordinance changes regarding employee benefits and business licenses.
- Construction contract with MS Construction for $99,850 at 101 N. Maine Street
- Approval of Alternative #3 for the Secondary Water Treatment Plant at the Fallon Golf Course
- Ratification of a $70,925 agreement between Social Services and the USDA for telemedicine
- Ratification of a $70,925 sub-recipient agreement with Central Nevada Health District
- Resolution 32-2023 endorsing remodeling of 7 low income housing projects
Audit Committee
The Churchill County Audit Committee will meet to consider the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The committee will also review and approve meeting minutes from December 6, 2022.
- Presentation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Churchill County and CC Communications
- Approval of minutes from the December 6, 2022, meeting
General
The Churchill County Insurance Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review monthly status reports. The committee will also receive an update on county-paid life insurance for employees and consider filling unexpired terms.
- Update on county-paid life insurance for county employees
- Consideration of election to fill unexpired terms
- Review of monthly status reports
Central Nevada Health District
The Board will consider ratifying multiple funding agreements and contracts for public health programs. The meeting also includes the election of a new Vice Chair following a board member's resignation.
- Ratification of $155,335 subaward for Public Health Emergency Preparedness
- Ratification of $180,884 reimbursement subaward for Nevada Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
- Ratification of $20,000 contractor agreement with National Association of County and City Health Officials
- Ratification of $281,080 grant funding contract for lab courier services
- Approval of job description and hiring for Public Health Preparedness Planner
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss the current Master Plan and the upcoming 2025 Master Plan Update. The meeting also includes requests for permit extensions and the termination of several existing permits.
- Six-month extension request for a vehicle service special use permit at 620 S Crook Road
- Discussion regarding the 2025 Master Plan Update
- Termination of a temporary use permit for caretaker quarters at 660 Union Lane
- Termination of a chemical storage tank special use permit for Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc. at 22211 Bango Road
- Election of Officers
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Churchill County Park and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss potential technology upgrades for the Rafter 3C Arena using Residential Construction Tax funds. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval and setting the next meeting date.
- Consideration of technology upgrades to the Rafter 3C Arena via Residential Construction Tax
Liquor Board
The Churchill County Liquor Board will meet to review the October 5, 2023, minutes and consider a special events liquor license application. The board will also consider approving a license for Chad Denton for an upcoming event.
- Approval of a Special Events Liquor License for Chad Denton for the Top Gun Invitational Bull Riding event at Rafter 3C Events Center on December 31, 2023
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review several infrastructure proposals, including significant IT server and network refreshes. The agenda also includes decisions on property rezoning applications and various interlocal contracts with state agencies.
- IT Infrastructure Refresh proposal from Logically for $246,192.64
- Approval of new host servers for Administration Building ($18,509.89) and Sheriff's Office ($11,109.29)
- Zone change application for 5720 & 5730 Reno Highway to E-1 zoning
- Ratification of a $202,566 sub-agreement for laboratory services via the Office of State Epidemiology
- Transfer of $175,000 from the Public Transit Fund to the City of Fallon for North Broadway Street rehabilitation
Highway Commission
The meeting agenda consists of procedural items and departmental reports. The Board will consider approving the current agenda and the minutes from the November 2, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of November 2, 2023, meeting minutes
- Monthly departmental report
- Departmental update
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board will meet to conduct the 2023 annual performance evaluation for the General Manager. The meeting also includes a report from the General Manager and approval of the agenda.
- Annual Performance Evaluation for the General Manager for 2023
General
The Social Services Advisory Committee will consider the 2023 Community Needs Assessment presented by Cresendo. The committee will also review the FY2024/2025 Community Action Plan and receive an update on department staffing and projects.
- Approval of 2023 Community Needs Assessment
- Ratification of FY2024 / 2025 Community Action Plan
- Update on Churchill County Social Services Department project and staffing
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees approved the monthly budget report, the Library Gift Fund, and library closures for November 11 and November 25. The board also tabled a decision regarding the revised Video Surveillance Policy to allow for further review.
- Approval of monthly budget report
- Approval of Library Gift Fund
- Library closure on Saturday, November 11 (Veterans Day)
- Library closure on Saturday, November 25 (after Thanksgiving)
- Tabled discussion on revised Video Surveillance Policy
Insurance Advisory Committee
The Churchill County Insurance Advisory Committee will meet to consider matters regarding county-paid life insurance for employees. The committee will also address filling expiring and unexpired terms.
- Consideration of county-paid life insurance for county employees
- Election to fill expiring and unexpired committee terms
- Approval of meeting minutes from October 17, 2023
General
The Library Board of Trustees approved the monthly budget report and the Library Gift Fund. The board also voted to close the library on Saturdays, November 11 and November 25.
- Approved monthly budget report
- Approved Library Gift Fund
- Approved library closure for Saturday, Nov 11 (Veterans Day observed)
- Approved library closure for Saturday, Nov 25 (after Thanksgiving)
- Tabled discussion on revised Video Surveillance Policy
Regional Transportation Commission
The Churchill County Regional Transportation Commission will consider funding and fund transfers for a road project. The items involve using Public Transit Fund 395 to support the North Broadway Street rehabilitation.
- $175,000 funding approval and encumbrance from Public Transit Fund 395 for the county's portion of the North Broadway Street rehabilitation project
- Transfer of $175,000 from Public Transit Fund 395 to the City of Fallon for the North Broadway Street rehabilitation project
- Approval of November Treasurer's Report
General
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will hold information-gathering tours of several county departments. No official action will be taken during these site visits.
- District Attorney department tour
- Public Defender department tour
- Justice Court department tour
- Court Services department tour
- District Court department tour
Board of County Commissioners
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will meet to review several financial and administrative items. Key discussions include approving server upgrades for Votec and Tyler systems and adopting a resolution for the Central Nevada Health District petty cash account.
- Server upgrade proposal for Votec servers in the amount of $7,811
- Server upgrade proposal for Tyler servers in the amount of $16,263
- Adoption of Resolution 28-2023 to establish a petty cash account for Central Nevada Health District
- Building Department October 2023 revenue report totaling $88,558.62
- Public Works, Planning & Zoning Department October 2023 revenue report of $330,291.07
General
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider an appointment regarding a donation agreement. The board will also review and potentially approve the meeting agenda.
- Approval of a Donation Agreement with Locus Development Group for the RanchHarrah Equestrian Center
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several public hearing items including zone changes, special use permits, and variance requests. The agenda also includes reviews of existing permits for temporary quarters and a rail-based services facility.
- Zone change application for 5720 & 5730 Reno Highway to allow a larger residence
- Special use permit for mineral extraction and processing on Bango Road
- Chemical manufacturing special use permit for Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc. on Bango Road
- Sending site application for 168.14 acres on Cushman Road
- Special use permit for a makeup studio at 5260 Desert Hills Loop
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several appointments, including social services agreements and a community opioid assessment contract. The agenda also includes fund transfers to the City of Fallon for local street projects and a $6,000,000 grant for a secondary water treatment facility.
- $6,000,000 grant for construction of the secondary water treatment facility
- Ratification of $200,446.73 agreement for home-delivered meal services
- Ratification of $87,200.67 agreement for Congregate Meal Services
- $1,000,000 transfer to City of Fallon for Rancho, Whitaker, and A Street projects
- Contract with Winged Wolf Innovations, LLC for Community Opioid Assessment up to $25,000
Highway Commission
The Churchill County Highway Commission will meet to consider an interlocal agreement with the City of Fallon regarding the N. Broadway reconstruction project. The commission will also review departmental reports and approve minutes from the October 5, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of Interlocal Agreement between Churchill County and the City of Fallon for $175,000 for N. Broadway reconstruction
- Approval of October 5, 2023, meeting minutes
- Monthly departmental report
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board will meet to discuss call routing and voice interconnection. The board may also consider an employee purchase of service request and a software maintenance contract.
- Employee purchase of service request for Dawn Ballard
- Discussion and explanation of call routing and voice interconnection
- PO#150192 VertiGis, LLC, dba Mapcom $86,569.76 for Mapcom software maintenance
Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife
The Churchill County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife will consider multiple appointments regarding predation management, hunting opportunities, and various commission regulations. The board will also discuss Carson Lake Pasture management proposals with Jake Ward.
- Fourth reading of Commission Policy 23 regarding Predation Management
- Second reading of Commission Policy 24 regarding Hunting Opportunities
- Review of Commission Regulation 500 (Subdivision Map Review) and Regulation 511 (Wildlife Management Area Regulations)
- Review of Commission General Regulation 509 regarding License and Vessel Product Refunds
- Discussion of Carson Lake Pasture management proposals with Jake Ward
General
The Committee will hold a public hearing regarding a sending site application filed by Ramiro Jose Coutinho. The committee will also consider approving the meeting agenda and minutes from June 5, 2023.
- Public hearing for a sending site application on Cushman Road (APNs 006-851-18, 006-851-85, & 006-851-83) involving 168.14 acres and 138.41 irrigated water rights
- Approval of June 5, 2023, meeting minutes
Central Nevada Health District
The Board will review multiple agreements with the State of Nevada regarding public health services. Items include funding for chronic disease education, youth abstinence education, and substance prevention.
- $32,998 sub-agreement for Chronic Disease Education in Eureka, Churchill, Mineral and Pershing Counties
- $55,860 sub-agreement for youth abstinence education
- $84,189 sub-agreement for Substance Prevention
- $42,528 sub-agreement for Influenza Vaccination for children
- $10,000 contract with Partnership Douglas County for Tobacco Prevention Control
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees reviewed library statistics, discussed the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program, and addressed circulation counting errors. The meeting also included updates on a $7,120 state collection development grant.
- Approved August monthly budget report
- Approved August Library Gift Fund report
- Received $7,120 Collection Development Grant from the state
- Discussed Dolly Parton Imagination Library program for children up to age 5
- Reviewed circulation statistics and Polaris software integration issues
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding potential changes to the implementation and regulations of the Transfer of Development Rights (Churchill County Code 16.14). No action is scheduled for this specific discussion item.
- Discussion on potential changes to Transfer of Development Rights regulations
General
The Coalition for Senior Citizens Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for the William N. Pennington Life Center and explore ideas to assist senior citizens. The board will also review financial reports for the period ending September 30, 2023.
- Approval of $7,700.52 in matching funds to Carpet Connection for flooring replacement at the Life Center
- Discussion and approval of ideas to assist senior citizens
- Presentation of financial reports for the period ending September 30, 2023
Regional Transportation Commission
The Churchill County Regional Transportation Commission will discuss several fund encumbrances and transfers. These items involve funding for the Rancho, Whitaker, and A Street projects as well as FY 2024 road and bridge projects.
- $1,000,000 encumbrance from Regional Transportation Fund 280 for Rancho, Whitaker, and A Street projects
- $500,000 encumbrance from Public Transit Fund 395 for Rancho, Whitaker, and A Street projects
- $1,000,000 transfer from Regional Transportation Fund 280 for Rancho, Whitaker, and A Street projects
- $500,000 transfer from Public Transit Fund 395 for Rancho, Whitaker, and A Street projects
- $250,000 fund transfer to Churchill County Road Department for FY 2024 road and bridge projects
Board of County Commissioners
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various administrative items, including an opioid settlement agreement with Masters Pharmaceutical, LLC. The agenda also includes reviewing a $3,000 funding request for the Fallon Community Theatre and ratifying an $82,000 agreement regarding substance abuse impacts.
- Approval of Opioid Settlement Agreement with Masters Pharmaceutical, LLC
- $3,000 community support funding application for Fallon Community Theatre's Maine Street Spooktacular
- Ratification of $82,000 agreement between Social Services and Nevada Office of the Attorney General
- Termination of Professional Services Agreement with Arc Dome Strategies, LLC effective December 31, 2023
- Acknowledgement of several Conservation Easement Deeds and Transfer of Development Right certificates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several renewals for temporary use permits, including quarters for home construction. The meeting also includes public hearings for a feline kennel, an RV park expansion, and chemical manufacturing.
- Public hearing for a feline kennel application at 4629 Reno Highway
- Public hearing for an RV park expansion and variance request at 4800 Reno Highway
- Public hearing for a chemical manufacturing special use permit at 22211 Bango Road
- Renewal of temporary use permit for home construction at 2400 Lucas Road
- Review of bulk fuel storage special use permit for Granite Propane, Inc at 2880 Enterprise Way
Board of County Commissioners
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will review several land use applications, including a request to rezone 640 acres for industrial rocket motor testing. The Board will also consider funding up to $40,000 for owner expenses related to the Churchill County District Courthouse project.
- Zone change for Forty Mile Desert LLC to move 640 acres from RR-20 to Industrial
- Tentative Parceling Plan for seven residential lots on Desert Hills Loop
- Agreement with West Coast Code Consultants, Inc. for building plan reviews
- Funding of up to $40,000 for make-ready work on the County District Courthouse
- Grant of Easement for a public road involving Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc. and others
Liquor Board
The Churchill County Liquor Board will meet to review and adopt the meeting agenda and previous minutes from August 3, 2023. The board will also consider an appointment for a mobile quarterly on-premises liquor license.
- Approval of a Mobile Quarterly On-Premises Liquor License by Tia Chandler for The Tipsy Tumbleweed
Highway Commission
The Churchill County Highway Commission will meet to consider a request for $100,000 from Road Impact fees. The funds would be used to relocate an NV Energy power pole on the north side of the Coleman Road approach.
- $100,000 funding request from Road Impact fees to relocate NV Energy power pole at Coleman Road approach
- Approval of meeting minutes from September 7 and September 11, 2023
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board is meeting to consider hiring and retention bonuses for employees. The board will also review the outcome of E ACAM II Elections and FNPRM.
- PO#150192 for VertiGIS, LLC dba Mapcom in the amount of $82,447.40 for M4 Maintenance for Mapcom Software
- Proposed hiring bonuses for hard to fill positions
- Proposed retention bonus program for current employees in positions where hiring bonuses are paid
- Outcome of E ACAM II Elections and FNPRM
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Churchill County Park and Recreation Commission will meet to consider several new business items involving construction and improvements. The agenda also includes a director's report covering event updates and disc golf movement.
- Preifert Cutting arena residential construction tax: $38,000.00
- Cottage School shade shelter and concrete pad: $15,000.00
- Walkway and hand rails project: $10,000.00
- Update on disc golf movement to Liberty Pond
General
The Coalition for Senior Citizens Board of Directors will meet to discuss administrative appointments and financial reports. The board is considering hiring a new bookkeeper and approving funds for software reimbursement and floor replacements.
- Approval of hiring Rhonda Majors (Professional Computer Bookkeeping Services) as new bookkeeper
- $549.00 reimbursement for QuickBooks 2023 Software purchase
- $7,700.52 in matching funds to Carpet Connection for Life Center flooring replacement
- Presentation of ideas from the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee Workshop
- Review of financial reports for the period ending August 31, 2023
Regional Transportation Commission
The Churchill County Regional Transportation Commission will meet to approve the August 16, 2023, meeting minutes and the September Treasurer's Report. The agenda contains no specific requests from the City or the County.
- Approval of August 16, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of September Treasurer's Report
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board is holding a special public meeting to discuss new business. The primary item for consideration and possible action involves an enhanced ACAM II election pursuant to WC Docket No. 10-90.
- Consideration of enhanced ACAM II election per WC Docket No. 10-90
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider allocating over $1.3 million in geothermal and CTX revenue. The meeting also includes discussions on a property appeal, new service agreements, and city annexation.
- Apportionment of $629,522.03 in geothermal revenue
- Apportionment of $705,443.36 in CTX revenue
- Purchase of a 2023 John Deere ZTrack mower for $20,512.60
- Public hearing regarding an appeal to allow temporary living quarters at 895 Howard Place
- Approval of City of Fallon's intent to annex 5.0 acres at 1700 Harrigan Road, 875 Wood Drive, and 865 Wood Drive
Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife
The Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife will meet to consider several appointments regarding wildlife management, including predation management and fishing season regulations. The board will also review meeting minutes and correspondence.
- Third Reading of Commission Policy 23 (Predation Management)
- Second Reading of Commission Policy 65 (Designation of Wildlife Management Areas)
- Review of Commission General Regulations 512, 511, 509, and 510
- Commission Regulation 23-15 regarding Fishing Season and Regulations for 2024-2025
- Approval of a letter to Nevada Department of Wildlife Commissioners regarding wildlife salvaging regulations
Central Nevada Health District
The Board will review several administrative appointments, including a job offer for a new District Administrator. The meeting also includes consideration of data sharing agreements and state-level health service contracts.
- Job offer to Daren Winkelman as Central Nevada Health District Administrator
- Ratification of a $32,487 agreement with the Nevada Department of Public and Behavioral Health
- Ratification of a Liberty malpractice insurance contract for Kathleen Patterson at $779.25 per year
- Approval of a Confidentiality and Data Sharing Agreement with UNLV School of Public Health
- Approval of an Interlocal Contract with the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review multiple applications for temporary use permits, including RV living for construction and farm labor. The agenda also includes a 640-acre zone change request near Hazen and a residential parceling plan on Desert Hills Loop.
- Zone change for 640 acres NE of Hazen from RR-20 to Industrial for rocket motor testing
- Temporary use permit for farm labor RVs at 4755 Silver Sage Lane
- Special use permit for Sierra Gates & Panels business at 8920 Ara Lane
- Special use permit for private school (K-8) at 665 Sheckle Road
- Seven-lot residential parceling plan on Desert Hills Loop
Highway Commission
The Churchill County Highway Commission will meet to consider authorizing a purchase for the Road Supervisor. The meeting also includes standard items such as agenda approval and public comment.
- Authorization for the Road Supervisor to purchase a 2021 John Deere 6105E tractor with a 75" side mount flail mower for $99,999.82
The Commission authorized the Road Supervisor to purchase a 2021 John Deere 6105E tractor and a 75-inch side mount flail mower. The equipment is intended to replace rented machinery for mechanical weed removal.
- Approved agenda as posted (unanimous)
- Authorized purchase of 2021 John Deere 6105E tractor and 75” side mount flail mower for $99,999.82 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss several property and contract matters. Key items include a final approval for a commercial real estate purchase in Fallon and the ratification of settlement agreements regarding One Nevada opioid litigation.
- Final approval of $500,000.00 purchase of commercial real estate at 290 S. Maine St., Fallon
- Approval of settlement agreements with Teva and Walgreens for One Nevada opioid litigation
- Ratification of a $119,601.36 subaward for in-home social services
- Petition by Fernley Business Park, LLC to convert a public access easement to a private one at 11000 Reno Highway
- Approval of conservation/restrictive use easement agreements for properties owned by the Buckmasters and the Goings Trust
The Board approved the purchase of commercial property at 290 S. Maine St. to expand the Central Nevada Health District. Other actions included approving a state subaward for in-home services and a road easement abandonment.
- Approved purchase of commercial real estate at 290 S. Maine St. for $500,000 (unanimous)
- Approved $119,601.36 state subaward for in-home services via Division of Aging and Disability Services (unanimous)
- Approved abandonment of public road easement at 11000 Reno Highway to be replaced by a private easement (unanimous)
- Appointed Aubry Burgess to the Churchill County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife for a term ending July 31, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from April 19, June 21, July 19, and August 3, 2023 meetings (unanimous)
- Approved revised meeting agenda (unanimous)
Highway Commission
This meeting consists of procedural items and departmental reports. The commission will consider approving the agenda and minutes from the August 2, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of August 2, 2023, meeting minutes
- Monthly departmental report
- Departmental update
The commission held a procedural meeting with no substantive policy decisions. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 2, 2023, meeting.
- Approved agenda as posted (unanimous)
- Approved August 2, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board will meet to discuss purchasing upgraded transport and switch equipment. The board will also consider two contract approvals for firewall maintenance and BTI/Juniper equipment support.
- Selection and purchase of upgraded transport equipment
- Selection and purchase of upgraded switch equipment
- PO#19239: $61,142.65 to IT Dynamix LTD. for Forcepoint firewall, license, maintenance and support
- PO#19241: $153,248.98 to Walker & Associates, Inc. for BTI/Juniper equipment support/maintenance
- Consideration of Enhanced ACAM II election by Rate of Return Carriers
The board approved the meeting agenda and the July 6, 2023, minutes. Management presented information regarding a pending decision on the Enhanced ACAM II election and a proposal for new transport equipment, though no final action was taken on these items during the meeting.
- Approved Agenda as submitted (Unanimous)
- Approved July 6, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees met to approve the monthly budget report and the Library Gift Fund. The meeting also included updates on the Summer Reading Program, library circulation statistics, and upcoming library initiatives.
- Approval of monthly budget report
- Approval of the Library Gift Fund
- Report of $250 payment to Minnie Phan Illustration for a workshop
- Notice of Hoopla spending increase of approximately $300 per month
- Announcement of 'Books, Bites, and Beverages' fundraiser on August 11, 2023
Debt Management Commission
The Debt Management Commission will consider the submission of various debt management policies, indebtedness reports, and 5-year capital improvement plans. These reviews cover several local entities including Churchill County, the City of Fallon, and the Churchill County School District.
- Review of Churchill County's Debt Management Policy, Indebtedness Report, and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Review of City of Fallon's Debt Management Policy, Indebtedness Report, and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Review of Churchill County School District's Debt Management Policy, Indebtedness Report, and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Submission of Indebtedness Reports and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plans for Carson Water Subconservancy District and Carson-Truckee Water Conservancy District
- Review of indebtedness letters from Churchill County Mosquito, Vector, and Noxious Weed Abatement District and Truckee-Carson Irrigation District
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 1, 2023. The board reviewed the Churchill County Debt Management Policy, Indebtedness Report, and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan, which noted the county has no outstanding general obligation debt.
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees met to approve the monthly budget report and the Library Gift Fund. The meeting also included updates on the Summer Reading Program, Hoopla usage limits, and upcoming library initiatives.
- Approval of monthly budget report
- Approval of the Library Gift Fund
- Hoopla usage limited to 7 items per month due to $300/month spending increase
- $250 payment to Minnie Phan Illustration for workshop
- Annual Library fundraiser: Books, Bites, and Beverages on August 11, 2023
Planning Commission
This meeting is a regularly scheduled workshop for the Planning Commission. The agenda includes updates from representatives regarding major projects, proposed activities, and accomplishments.
- Updates from representatives regarding accomplishments, proposed activities, events, and major projects
The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda as revised. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports from the Fallon Tribal Economic Development Center, the county library, the City of Fernley, and the school district regarding ongoing projects and planning.
- Approved agenda as revised
Regional Transportation Commission
The meeting consists of routine procedural items including the approval of previous minutes and the August Treasurer's Report. There are no requests currently submitted by the City or the County.
- Approval of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of August Treasurer's Report
The Commission approved the August Treasurer's report and the minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting. Members discussed current paving progress and weed control on county roads. No new requests from the City or County were presented.
- Approved the agenda as posted (unanimous)
- Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved August Treasurer's report as corrected (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss various appointments, including funding for conservation districts and land use requests. The agenda includes several large-scale agreements regarding health facilities and homeless services.
- $1,743,500 agreement with Nevada Housing Division for the New Pass House and Day Center
- $1,600,000 agreement with Nevada Department of Public and Behavioral Health for a Health and Human Services Facility
- $500,000 Real Estate Purchase Agreement for 290 S. Maine St., Fallon
- Approval of $7,500 for Lahontan Valley Conservation District and $5,000 for Stillwater Conservation District
- 7-month extension request by Hiatt Land & Development, LLC for road improvements at 2880 Enterprise Way
The Board of County Commissioners approved annual funding for two conservation districts for Fiscal Year 2024. The meeting also included an informational update from the Bureau of Land Management regarding regional projects.
- Approved $7,500 for Lahontan Conservation District (unanimous)
- Approved $5,000 for Stillwater Conservation District (unanimous)
- Approved revised agenda (unanimous)
- Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
General
The Churchill County Commissioners will meet to consider a $495,000.00 purchase of commercial real estate in Fallon. The Board will also consider an assignment agreement with Roger Lambert Construction for $75,700.00.
- Final approval of the purchase of commercial real estate at 270 S. Maine Street and 60 W. Richards St., Fallon, Nevada, for $495,000.00
- Approval of an Assignment Agreement with Roger Lambert Construction in the amount of $75,700.00
The Board approved the purchase of two commercial properties in Fallon to serve as the Central Nevada Health District headquarters. The acquisition is funded by a State of Nevada grant. One item regarding a construction assignment agreement was withdrawn.
- Approved $495,000 purchase of real estate at 270 S. Maine Street and 60 W. Richards Street (Unanimous)
- Authorized County Manager to sign documents for the real estate purchase (Unanimous)
- Withdrew Assignment Agreement with Roger Lambert Construction for $75,700
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Central Nevada Health District
The Central Nevada Health District Board will meet to discuss several administrative items, including a new HIPAA addendum for Unite US software. The board will also consider ratifying a funding agreement with the Nevada State Immunization Program.
- Ratification of $100,666 core immunization funding agreement with Nevada State Immunization Program
- Approval of HIPAA Business Associate Addendum for Unite US software
- Ratification of Memorandum of Agreement with Immunize Nevada
- Approval of a signature page addition to the District Bylaws
- Review of the revised District Organizational Chart
The Central Nevada Health District approved a funding agreement for core immunizations and a partnership to deliver child vaccines. The board also approved a revised organizational chart and updated the district bylaws.
- Ratified agreement with Nevada State Immunization Program for $100,666 in FY24 funding (Unanimous)
- Approved partnership agreement with Immunize Nevada for child immunization services (Unanimous)
- Approved revised Organizational Chart moving Resource Liaisons to Public Health Preparedness (Unanimous)
- Approved addition of a signature page to the health district bylaws (Unanimous)
- Approved HIPAA Business Associate Addendum for Unite US software (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from May 30, June 8, and June 29, 2023 meetings (Unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review several land use applications, including a special use permit for an explosion and combustion testing facility northeast of Hazen. The meeting also includes discussions on temporary use permits for residential construction and potential zone changes.
- Special use permit application for an Explosion/Combustion Testing Facility by Pallas Industries, Inc. near Hazen
- Zone change request for 13 acres from E-1 to R-3 off Gummow Drive
- Petition by Fernley Business Park, LLC to replace a public access easement with a private one at 11000 Reno Highway
- Temporary use permit for residential RV quarters at 4886 Oran Road
- Termination of special use permits for a school and daycare at 665 Sheckler Road
The Planning Commission tabled a decision on a temporary use permit renewal for an RV on Schindler Road. The commission also discussed a renewal application for temporary quarters during home construction at 895 Howard Place, though the provided record ends before a final vote was recorded for that item.
- Approved agenda as submitted (6-0)
- Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Tabled temporary use permit renewal for 4810 Schindler Road to September 13, 2023 (6-0)
Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife
The Advisory Board will review several wildlife management policies and appointments. The board will also discuss Assembly Bill 70 regarding a $3 predatory fee.
- Review of Commission Policy 23, Predation Management
- Review of Commission Policy 24, Hunting Opportunities Among Various Weapons Classes and Hunter Groups
- Discussion of Assembly Bill 70 - $3 Predatory Fee, Data and Technology
- Review of Commission Policy 65, Designation of Wildlife Management Areas
- Approval of June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
The Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife approved updates to policies regarding predation management and hunting opportunities. The board also approved the addition of the Pole Canyon Wildlife Management Area. Minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting were tabled.
- Approved revised Agenda (unanimous)
- Tabled June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved Commission Policy 23, Predation Management (unanimous)
- Approved Commission Policy 24, Hunting Opportunities Among Various Weapons Classes and Hunter Groups (unanimous)
- Approved adding Pole Canyon Wildlife Management Area to Commission Policy 65 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks & Recreation Commission
This meeting consists of procedural items and departmental updates. The commission will review the agenda, receive a report from the Director regarding department and event updates, and set the next meeting date.
- Director's Report on department and events updates
- Setting the September 5th, 2023 meeting date
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will discuss and vote on an ordinance amending zoning rules for vehicle sales, funding requests for youth and animal protection groups, and agreements with various organizations.
- Public Hearing - Bill 2023-A, Ordinance 32 to amend zoning districts
- $15,000 support funding request for Fallon Youth Club
- $20,000 continued support funding for Churchill Animal Protection Society (CAPS)
- Performance Agreement with Fernley Business Park, LLC for $26,442
- Healthy Nevada Grant Award agreement with Nevada Clinical Services, Inc. for $115,000
The Board approved an ordinance updating zoning regulations for the sale and rental of vehicles and trailers. They also approved increased funding for the Fallon Youth Club to support its childcare center. The board received an informational presentation regarding the naming of geographic features in Nevada.
- Approved Bill 2023-A, Ordinance 32 to update zoning for vehicle and trailer sales (Unanimous)
- Approved $15,000 in support funding for the Fallon Youth Club
- Approved the meeting minutes from June 21, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Liquor Board
The Churchill County Liquor Board will meet to review the April 19, 2023, minutes and consider a name change for a Special Events Liquor License. The board will also review the agenda and handle public comments.
- Approval of a name change for a Special Events Liquor License from Dee Dee Howell to Whytnee Fain and Nicole Mayer for Troy's Double Shot Bar
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Highway Commission
The meeting agenda consists of procedural items and departmental reports. The Board will consider approving the current agenda and the minutes from the July 6, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of July 6, 2023, meeting minutes
- Monthly departmental report
- Departmental update
The Highway Commission held a regular session to approve the agenda and previous meeting minutes. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made during the meeting.
- Approved the agenda as posted (unanimous)
- Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
CC Communications
The regularly scheduled meeting for CC Communications Management, originally set for August 3, 2023, was cancelled.
Coalition for Senior Citizens
The Coalition for Senior Citizens Board of Directors will meet to consider hiring a Certified Public Accountant and a new bookkeeper. The board will also review financial reports and a report from the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee workshop.
- Approval to hire a Certified Public Accountant for tax document filing
- Approval to hire Rhonda Majors as a new bookkeeper
- Review of financial reports for the period ending July 31, 2023
- Report from the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee Workshop held in Fernley on April 12, 2023
The Coalition for Senior Citizens approved a new accounting firm to handle tax filings and approved financial reports through June 30, 2023. The board tabled the hiring of a new bookkeeper due to software compatibility concerns and discussed expanding outreach to seniors who do not use the senior center.
- Approved hiring Silva, Sceirine & Associates, LLC as CPA to file tax documents (Unanimous)
- Tabled hiring of bookkeeper Rhonda Majors
- Approved financial reports for the period ending June 30, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees reviewed library statistics, including 27 checkouts for the Library Park Pass Exhibit. The meeting addressed upcoming transitions to a new integrated library system and discussed potential updates to program challenge policies.
- Approved Library Director's outside employment for a $100 stipend
- Approved May 2023 monthly budget report
- Approved the Library Gift Fund
- Received $6,000 tech grant to expand computer classes and upgrade technology
- Reported 27 checkouts for the Library Park Pass Exhibit at Churchill County Museum
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Regional Transportation Commission
The Churchill County Regional Transportation Commission will meet to discuss funding for county road and bridge projects. The agenda includes reviewing the July Treasurer's Report and approving fund transfers for both the previous and current fiscal years.
- $300,000 transfer to Churchill County Road Department for FY 2023 road and bridge projects
- $250,000 funding approval and encumbrance for FY 2024 road and bridge projects
- Approval of June 21, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of July Treasurer's Report
The Commission approved a $300,000 fund transfer for FY 2023 road projects and a $250,000 encumbrance for FY 2024 first-quarter projects. The board also adopted the July Treasurer's report and the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved $300,000 transfer to Churchill County Road Department for FY 2023 4th quarter road and bridge projects (Unanimous)
- Approved $250,000 funding and encumbrance for FY 2024 1st quarter road and bridge projects (Unanimous)
- Approved July Treasurer's report (Unanimous)
- Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved agenda as posted (Unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several administrative and financial matters, including a $495,000 real estate purchase agreement. The agenda also includes updates on BLM activities, potential changes to vehicle sales zoning, and the termination of a flood-related state of emergency.
- Ratification of a $495,000 commercial real estate purchase agreement for 270 S. Maine Street, Fallon
- Approval of a joint funding agreement with USGS for groundwater monitoring ($9,300 in FY24; $9,750 in FY25)
- First reading of Ordinance 32 to amend zoning rules regarding vehicle and accessory sales
- Adoption of Resolution 24-2023 to terminate the State of Emergency due to flooding threats
- Final approval of a real estate purchase agreement for 2255 Casey Road, Fallon
The Board of County Commissioners approved the updated Indigent Defense Plan for FY24 to ensure legal compliance regarding the Fallon Municipal Court. Other items were presented for informational purposes, including updates on BLM activities and the 2023 Nevada Legislative Session.
- Approved revised meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Churchill County Indigent Defense Plan for FY24 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review departmental updates. The agenda also includes setting the date for a future meeting.
- Approval of January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of December 6, 2022, meeting minutes
- Director's report on department and event updates
- Selection of next meeting date for either August 1, 2023, or September 5, 2023
Central Nevada Health District
The Central Nevada Health District Board will meet to discuss several administrative and operational items. These include interlocal agreements for water system services and Burning Man Project inspections, as well as new business regarding professional memberships and equipment leases.
- Interlocal agreement with State of Nevada Division of Environmental Protection for public water systems through June 30, 2025
- Interlocal agreement with Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health for Burning Man Project inspections
- Job announcement for Administrator position at Pay Range 77
- American Public Health Association membership for $525 per year
- Cintas AED lease and maintenance agreement for $816 / month
The board approved two no-cost interlocal agreements for public water system services and Burning Man event inspections. Additionally, the board authorized the posting of the Administrator job position and the creation of a Food Advisory Committee.
- Approved Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with State Division of Environmental Protection for public water systems (Unanimous)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health for Burning Man inspections (Unanimous)
- Approved posting of Administrator job announcement for August 1, 2023, at Pay Range 77 ($99,236.80 - $133,494.40) (Unanimous)
- Approved release of applications for Food Advisory Committee Members (Unanimous)
- Approved joining the American Public Health Association for $525 per year (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Churchill County Planning Commission will review a special use permit to expand a rail-based services facility at 11000 Reno Highway. The meeting also includes a discussion on amending the Consolidated Development Code regarding vehicle sales and a review of an existing permit in Hazen.
- Special use permit application by Fernley Business Park, LLC to add track for rail transloading at 11000 Reno Highway
- Ordinance 32 amendment to the Consolidated Development Code regarding vehicle and accessory sales
- One-year review of special use permit for Omaha Track, Inc. at 1006 Nevada Street, Hazen
- Termination of Marlene Holmes' special use permit for horse boarding at 4755 Silver Sage Lane
The Planning Commission conducted a one-year review of the special use permit for Omaha Track, Inc.'s rail-based services facility. Staff reported that the facility is out of compliance with several conditions, including dust control, fire protection building construction, screening, landscaping, and sound barrier requirements.
- Approved agenda as submitted (4-0)
- Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners approved a Sending Site Application for a conservation easement and authorized funding allocations from marijuana tax revenues for community partners. The board also approved minutes from May and June 2023.
- Approved Sending Site Application for Toby Joe Scoggin (APNs: 009-131-06 and 009-131-03) (Unanimous)
- Approved 201 Transferable Development Rights (TDRs) for the Scoggin property (Unanimous)
- Approved FY24 marijuana tax funding allocations totaling $107,655.36 for community partners (Unanimous)
- Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved revised agenda (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Highway Commission
This meeting consists of routine procedural items and departmental reports. The commission will consider approving the current agenda, approving minutes from the June 1, 2023, meeting, and reviewing monthly department updates.
- Approval of June 1, 2023, meeting minutes
- Monthly departmental report
- Departmental update
The Commission discussed delays in road upgrades on Alpine Road by Ormat. Civil Deputy District Attorney Sanford recommended sending a formal notice giving Ormat 60 days to cure the default and bring the road up to standard.
- Approved the agenda as posted (unanimous)
- Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
CC Communications
The board approved the creation of an Assistant General Manager position designed as a 'CEO/GM in waiting' to attract candidates and manage the current CEO's planned retirement. The board also approved two quarterly financial write-offs for FY 2022/2023.
- Approved 2nd Quarter FY 2022/2023 write-offs of $6,121.86 (unanimous)
- Approved 3rd Quarter FY 2022/2023 write-offs of $4,573.51 (unanimous)
- Authorized creation of Assistant General Manager - CEO/GM in waiting job description and recruitment (unanimous)
- Eliminated the COO position (unanimous)
- Approved April 28, 2023 Budget Workshop meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved May 4, 2023 closed session minutes (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Central Nevada Health District
The Board will consider several administrative actions, including Eureka County joining the district and appointing a new District Health Officer. The meeting also includes discussions on service contracts and resource transfers.
- Approval of Eureka County to become a member of the Central Nevada Health District
- Appointment of Dr. Tedd McDonald as District Health Officer at $30,000 per year
- Contract with David Evans, R.N., M.S.N. for health services at $200 per day
- $10,000 agreement with Unite US for resource linkage
- Request to transfer a Toyota Prius from Mineral County
The Board approved the addition of Eureka County as a member of the health district and signed a corresponding interlocal agreement. The Board also appointed a District Health Officer and adopted resolutions regarding grant applications and internal policies.
- Approved Eureka County membership in the Central Nevada Health District (unanimous)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with Eureka County for 2023-2024 totaling $130,578 (unanimous)
- Appointed Dr. Tedd McDonald as District Health Officer at $30,000 per year through June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-2023 authorizing the Administrator to apply for grants subject to Board ratification (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board of Trustees
The Churchill County Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the monthly budget report and the Library Gift Fund. The board will also consider approving a consultation fee for the Library Director's outside employment.
- Approval of monthly budget report
- Approval of the Library Gift Fund
- Approval of Library Director’s outside employment consultation fee
- Review of May 25, 2023 meeting minutes
Regional Transportation Commission
The Churchill County Regional Transportation Commission will meet to consider two fund transfers to the City of Fallon for the Broadway/Sherman project. The commission will also review the June Treasurer's Report and approve minutes from the May 17, 2023, meeting.
- $900,000 transfer from Regional Transportation Fund 280 to the City of Fallon
- $500,000 transfer from Public Transit Fund 395 to the City of Fallon
- Approval of May 17, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of June Treasurer's Report
The Regional Transportation Commission approved two fund transfers to the City of Fallon for the Broadway/Sherman project. The commission also approved the June Treasurer's report and the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved $900,000 transfer from Regional Transportation Fund 280 for Broadway/Sherman project (Unanimous)
- Approved $500,000 transfer from Public Transit Fund 395 for Broadway/Sherman project (Unanimous)
- Approved unencumbering $300,000 from Public Transit Fund 395 (Unanimous)
- Approved June Treasurer's report as amended (Unanimous)
- Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved agenda as posted (Unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several administrative items including personnel changes, pay tables, and budget transfers. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a planning commission appeal for 6755 Reno Highway and an update on potential flooding within the county.
- Appeal of Planning Commission decision for variance at 6755 Reno Highway
- Interlocal Contract with Nevada Division of Forestry for wildfire protection up to $29,918.00 annually
- Agreement with Quality Inn of Fallon for emergency flood shelter at $99 per night
- Purchase of a Conservation/Restrictive Use Easement for 101.14 acres and 73.85 acres of water rights
- Special assessment on Carson Desert Groundwater Basin totaling $24,000.00
The Board of County Commissioners approved a renewal proposal from the Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool (POOL) for property and liability insurance. The renewal cost for the new Fiscal Year is $691,898.17, representing a total increase of $165,053 over the previous year.
- Approved insurance renewal from Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool (POOL) (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from May 17, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife
The Advisory Board will review wildlife management items including heritage project proposals and small game release plans. The board will also consider various stamp requests and updates regarding Nevada Department of Wildlife regulations.
- Review of Heritage Project Proposals for Fiscal Year 2024
- Consideration of the Biennial Small Game Release Plan for FY 2024 and 2025
- Duck Stamp Request consideration
- Upland Game Bird Stamp Request consideration
- Review of Commission Regulation 22-12, Amendment #1 regarding Upland Game and Furbearer seasons
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 8, 2023. The Nevada Department of Wildlife presented proposed changes to fisheries regulations, including the introduction of possession limits to supplement daily limits.
- Approved Agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Churchill County Planning Commission will consider a sending site application for conservation easements on two properties owned by Toby Joe Scoggin and public hearings for temporary use permits.
- Consideration of a sending site application filed by Toby Joe Scoggin for property at 6755 Stuart Road
- Public hearing for a temporary use permit for Hardship/Caretaker on Sabrinas Way
- Termination of a temporary use permit for General Purposes on Kadee Court
- Termination of a temporary use permit for Hardship/Caretaker on Bell Aire Lane
The Planning Commission recommended a sending site application for Toby Joe Scoggin to the Board of County Commissioners. The commission also approved a temporary use permit for caretaker quarters and terminated two existing temporary use permits.
- Recommended approval of Sending Site application and 201 Transferable Development Rights (TDRs) for 230 acres at 6755 Stuart Road (5-0)
- Approved Temporary Use Permit for Hardship/Caretaker quarters at 2066 Sabrinas Way (5-0)
- Terminated temporary use permit for General Purposes at 5990 Kadee Court (5-0)
- Terminated temporary use permit for Hardship/Caretaker quarters at 1844 Bell Aire Lane (5-0)
- Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Central Nevada Health District
The Central Nevada Health District Board will review an application from Dr. Tedd McDonald for the Health Officer position. The board will also consider two interlocal agreements with Nevada state agencies regarding Burning Man oversight and water/wastewater oversight.
- Review of Dr. Tedd McDonald's application for Health Officer
- Interlocal Agreement with Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health for 2023 Burning Man event oversight
- Interlocal Agreement with Nevada Division of Environmental Protection for water and wastewater oversight
- Approval of May 4, 2023 and May 11, 2023 meeting minutes
The Board approved the application of Dr. Tedd McDonald for the Health Officer position and authorized contract negotiations. Two interlocal agreements regarding Burning Man and water/wastewater oversight were tabled. The Board also approved meeting minutes from May 4 and May 11, 2023.
- Approved authorization to negotiate Health Officer contract with Dr. Tedd McDonald (unanimous)
- Approved May 4, 2023 Special Board of Health Meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved May 11, 2023 Board of Health Meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Tabled interlocal agreement with State of Nevada for Burning Man 2023 oversight
- Tabled interlocal agreement with State of Nevada Division of Environmental Protection for water and wastewater oversight
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The Churchill County Sending Site Review Committee will hold a public hearing regarding a sending site application filed by Toby Joe Scoggin. The committee will also consider approving the meeting agenda and minutes from November 7, 2022.
- Public hearing for a sending site application at 6755 Stuart Road and on Stuart Road
- Review of 230.0 total acres (86.0 water righted acres) in the A-10 zoning district
- Approval of November 7, 2022, meeting minutes
The Sending Site Review Committee approved a sending site application for 230 acres on Stuart Road. The committee recommended a total of 201 Transfer of Development Rights (TDRs) for the parcels, which will be forwarded to the Planning Commission.
- Approved sending site application for APNs 009-131-03 and 009-131-06 (unanimous)
- Recommended 201 Transfer of Development Rights (TDRs) for Stuart Road parcels (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from November 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
CC Communications
The regularly scheduled CC Communications Management meeting for June 1, 2023, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.
Board of County Commissioners
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will discuss potential flooding mitigation and emergency services. The meeting also includes consideration of several contracts, including a construction project for an RV dump station.
- Contract with Walker River Construction, Inc. for $546,987.01 to construct a 4-station RV Dump Station
- Agreement with Crescendo Consulting for $34,936 for a Community Needs Assessment
- Transfer of $300,000 to the Churchill County Road Department for road and bridge projects
- Parcel Map Application for 11050 Fitz Lane to divide an 80-acre parcel
- Two proposals from Johnson Perkins Griffin for appraisal services at $1,650 each
The Board of County Commissioners approved contracts for a new RV dump station and a community needs assessment. They also approved a parcel map to divide an 80-acre property into two lots.
- Approved $546,987.01 contract with Walker River Construction, Inc. for a 4-station RV Dump Station (Unanimous)
- Approved $30,000 proposal from Shaw Engineering for RV dump station inspection and testing (Unanimous)
- Approved $34,936 agreement with Crescendo Consulting for a Community Needs Assessment (Unanimous)
- Approved Parcel Map Application for Trevor deBraga to divide APN 009-072-08 into two parcels (Unanimous)
- Accepted offer to grant easements and dedicate lands/improvements for Fitz Lane (Unanimous)
- Rejected all other offers to dedicate lands and improvements for the deBraga parcel map (Unanimous)
- Approved revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Highway Commission
The meeting agenda consists of routine procedural items and departmental updates. The Board will consider approving the current agenda and the minutes from the May 17, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of May 17, 2023, meeting minutes
- Monthly departmental report
- Departmental update
The commission held a regular session where it approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 17, 2023, meeting. Road Supervisor Gary Fowkes provided a monthly departmental report on projects and accomplishments. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved the agenda as posted (unanimous)
- Approved May 17, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
General
The Churchill County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of a Planning Commission decision. The appeal concerns a request to expand a horse boarding business at 4755 Silver Sage Lane.
- Public Hearing of Appeal: Expansion of Silver Sage Horse Boarding at 4755 Silver Sage Lane
- Proposed expansion includes more boarding stalls, equestrian training, private education, and a veterinary clinic
The Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing to review an appeal of a Planning Commission decision regarding a Special Use Permit for Silver Sage Horse Boarding. The proposed expansion includes more boarding stalls, equestrian training, private education, and an as-needed veterinary clinic. The provided minutes conclude before a final decision on the appeal was recorded.
- Approved the meeting agenda as revised (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Central Nevada Health District
The Central Nevada Health District Board will meet to discuss and potentially act on several resolutions regarding health regulations. These items cover topics ranging from food establishments to environmental health fees.
- Adoption of Resolution 9-23 regarding invasive body decoration establishments
- Adoption of Resolution 10-2023 regarding mobile home and recreational vehicle parks
- Adoption of Resolution 11-2023 regarding public swimming pools and spas
- Adoption of Resolution 12-2023 regarding food establishments
- Adoption of Resolution 16-2023 regarding additional environmental health services fees
The Board unanimously approved three resolutions establishing local regulations for body art, mobile home parks, and public pools. These regulations transition oversight from the State Board of Health to the district and are set to take full effect on July 1, 2023.
- Approved Resolution 9-2023 governing invasive body decoration establishments (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 10-2023 governing mobile home and recreational vehicle parks (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 11-2023 governing public swimming pools and spas (Unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Library Board of Trustees
The Churchill County Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider approving the monthly budget report and the Library Gift Fund. The board will also review the Library Director's report, which includes upcoming library events and updates on IP address sales.
- Approval of the monthly budget report
- Approval of the Library Gift Fund
- Approval of Library Director’s outside employment
- Review of Library Park Pass Exhibit for Churchill County Museum
- Update regarding Nevada Library Cooperative IP Address Sale
Regional Transportation Commission
The Regional Transportation Commission will meet to discuss funding for Churchill County road and bridge projects. The agenda includes two separate actions regarding funds for the third and fourth quarters of fiscal year 2023.
- $300,000 transfer to Churchill County Road Department for FY 2023 Road and Bridge projects (3rd quarter)
- $300,000 funding and encumbrance for FY 2023 Road and Bridge projects (4th quarter)
The Regional Transportation Commission approved a $300,000 fund transfer for completed road maintenance and a $300,000 encumbrance for upcoming fourth-quarter projects. The commission also adopted the May Treasurer's report and the April 19 meeting minutes.
- Approved transfer of $300,000 to Churchill County Road Department for FY 2023 Road and Bridge projects (unanimous)
- Approved $300,000 funding encumbrance for FY 2023 Road and Bridge projects for the 4th quarter (unanimous)
- Approved May Treasurer's report (unanimous)
- Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved the agenda as posted (unanimous)
Highway Commission
The Highway Commission will meet to consider the Road Supervisor's maintenance plan for general county roads. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and departmental reports.
- Approval of the Road Supervisor's maintenance plan for general county roads
- Approval of minutes from the March 2, 2023, joint meeting and April 6, 2023, regular meeting
The Commission approved the Road Supervisor's current maintenance plan for general county roads. The plan allows the supervisor discretion to prioritize maintenance based on budget, personnel, and equipment constraints.
- Approved the Road Supervisor's maintenance plan for general county roads (Unanimous)
- Approved the agenda as posted (Unanimous)
- Approved March 2, 2023 joint meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved April 6, 2023 regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider the final budget and tax rate for fiscal year 2023-2024. Other items include a zoning appeal for a property on Reno Highway and various funding requests.
- Approval of Churchill County's Final Budget and Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
- Appeal of Planning Commission decision regarding rear setback variance at 6755 Reno Highway
- Presentation of 2023 Jim Regan Memorial Scholarships totaling $5,500
- Request for $2,500 in funding from The Fallon Bowmen
- Assessment of $69,284.48 to the Nevada Association of Counties (NACO)
The Board of County Commissioners approved a funding request for a local archery non-profit and terminated a professional services agreement with Caleb Cage. The board also received an informational update from the Bureau of Land Management regarding regional projects.
- Approved $2,500 funding for The Fallon Bowmen (unanimous)
- Approved modification and early termination of professional services agreement with Caleb Cage (unanimous)
- Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved revised agenda (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Central Nevada Health District
The Board will consider several administrative and operational items including a new contract for administration services and updated district fees. The meeting also includes a presentation on community programming and reviews of environmental protection grant support.
- Adoption of Resolution 7-2023 regarding Central Nevada Health District fees
- Contract with Arc Dome Strategies for administration services at $8,000 per month
- Presentation by Frontier Community Coalition regarding community programming
- Review of letter of support for the Nevada Public Health Institute Environmental Protection Grant
The Central Nevada Health District approved a resolution to adopt environmental health and community health nursing fees. The board also hired Arc Dome Strategies for interim administration services and withdrew a letter of support for an EPA grant.
- Approved Resolution 7-2023 adopting fees for environmental health and community health nursing (Unanimous)
- Approved $8,000 per month contract with Arc Dome Strategies for interim administration through Dec 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Withdrew letter of support and partnership for the Nevada Public Health Institute Environmental Protection Grant (Unanimous)
- Approved Agenda as revised with item 8A removed (Unanimous)
- Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several public hearing items including special use permits for a bakery, an equestrian facility, and a grain processing plant. The meeting also includes reviews of existing permits and requests for variances regarding manufactured home age limits.
- Special use permit for a bakery at 1027 Mc Lean Road
- Special use permit for an equestrian boarding and training facility at 75 Bench Road
- Special use permit for a grain processing facility on Fitz Lane
- Variance request for 2.0-acre lots on Desert Hills Loop
- Parcel map application for 80 acres at 11050 Fitz Lane
The Planning Commission approved a one-year renewal for a temporary residential construction permit and approved a special use permit for a landscaping business.
- Approved agenda as revised (6-0)
- Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved one-year temporary use permit renewal for Robert Daly at 13450 Big Red Drive, conditioned on correcting Building Department issues (6-0)
- Approved special use permit for Scotty Moss (Moss & Sons Landscaping) at 2519 Resource Drive (6-0)
Board of County Commissioners
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will review several appointments, property tax adjustments, and land use applications. The meeting also includes updates on flood mitigation and various Bureau of Land Management notifications.
- Merger and resubdivision of 163.78 acres at 11000 Reno Highway by Fernley Business Park, LLC
- Approval of a water lease agreement with Northern Nevada Research Company, LLC for 1.49 acre-feet annually
- Performance agreement with Idaho Asphalt Supply, Inc. for road improvements at 22297 Bango Road
- Declaring $5,954.64 in uncollected property taxes as uncollectable
- Approval of a conservation easement deed involving Mills Dairy property
The board unanimously approved striking $5,954.64 in uncollectable property taxes from the tax rolls, as recommended by the District Attorney and Assessor due to bankrupt or unlocatable taxpayers. They also adopted a proclamation recognizing May 2023 as Nevada Wildfire Awareness Campaign and approved a merger and resubdivision parcel map for Fernley Business Park, LLC. Minutes from April 6, 2023 were approved as presented.
- Approved striking $5,954.64 in uncollectable property taxes from tax rolls (unanimous)
- Adopted proclamation for Nevada Wildfire Awareness Campaign for May 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved merger and resubdivision parcel map for Fernley Business Park, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from April 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as revised (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board will meet to discuss several operational items, including the adoption of a new legal name via resolution 6-2023. The board will also consider transitioning IPTV customers to streaming services and reviewing the 2023-2024 budget for multiple funds.
- Adoption of resolution 6-2023 to establish CC Communications as the legal name
- Phase-out of IPTV subscription services and transition of customers to streaming
- Approval of the 2023-2024 Budget for Telephone, Long-Distance, Broadband, and CAP funds
- Consideration of Collective Bargaining Agreement with Communications Workers of America
- Interlocal Agreement for the deployment of telecommunications services
The board unanimously approved Resolution 6-2023 to legally establish 'CC Communications' as the company's official name, resolving decades of inconsistent naming that had blocked federal grant access. They also authorized management to phase out IPTV subscription services and transition customers to streaming, with 90-day notice and equipment pickup including tutorials. An interlocal agreement with Storey County for broadband deployment was discussed but no action taken.
- Adopted Resolution 6-2023 establishing CC Communications as legal name (unanimous)
- Authorized phase-out of IPTV and transition to streaming services (unanimous)
- Approved management to let channels go dark if content owners demand unfeasible rates (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Central Nevada Health District
The Board will consider updates on employee recruitment and hiring authority for unfilled positions. Members will also discuss progress regarding the July 1, 2023, transition and plans for district regulations.
- Update on filled and unfilled employee positions and hiring authority up to step 13
- Progress update on July 1, 2023, transition preparations
- Plan for Central Nevada Health District regulations
The Central Nevada Health District Board unanimously approved granting the administrator authority to hire unfilled positions up to Step 13 on the pay scale, including the Clinical Services Manager at Step 8 of Grade 66. The board also retroactively approved the posting of proposed regulations for submission to the State Board of Health. An update on transition preparations for July 1, 2023 was presented as informational only.
- Approved hiring authority for administrator to fill positions up to Step 13, including Desiree Reeves as Clinical Services Manager at Step 8 of Grade 66 (unanimous)
- Approved retroactive posting of proposed regulations on April 28, 2023 and submission to State Board of Health, with final approval set for May 30, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife
The Advisory Board will consider several wildlife regulations and appointments. The agenda includes reviews of big game quotas, black bear harvest limits, and predation management policies.
- Commission Policy 23 - Predation Management (Fourth Reading)
- Commission General Regulation 506 regarding possession of Golden Eagles
- Commission Regulation 23-05 Amendment #1 for 2023 Black Bear Quotas and Harvest Limits
- Commission Regulation 23-14 for 2023-2024 Season Big Game Quotas
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board is conducting a budget workshop for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The meeting includes a presentation regarding this upcoming budget.
- Presentation of the 2023 - 2024 Fiscal Year Budget Workshop
The board reviewed a budget presentation detailing the shift from traditional telephone revenue to fiber-to-the-home and broadband services. Discussion focused on capital requirements for apartment complex 'wrapping' and the status of grant-funded projects in Elko and Spring Creek.
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will review the monthly budget report and the Library Gift Fund. The board is also considering a request to use $5,000 from the Gift Fund for Overdrive/Libby materials.
- Approval of the monthly budget report
- Approval of the Library Gift Fund
- $5,000 request from the Gift Fund for Overdrive/Libby materials
Regional Transportation Commission
The Regional Transportation Commission will hold a regularly scheduled meeting to review administrative items. The agenda includes the approval of previous minutes and the April Treasurer's Report.
- Approval of March 15, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of April Treasurer's Report
The Commission approved the agenda, the March 15, 2023 meeting minutes, and the April Treasurer's report. No new city or county requests were presented for action.
- Approved the agenda as posted (unanimous)
- Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved April Treasurer's report (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several financial appointments, including community support funds and health insurance renewals. The meeting also includes updates on flood mitigation and discussions regarding the 2023 Nevada Legislature.
- Approval of health insurance renewal for employees and retirees at an estimated additional cost of $40,000
- Purchase of GeneXpert System for Churchill County Satellite Lab in the amount of $68,312
- Request for Geof Stark to purchase PERS credits at a cost of approximately $61,665
- Approval of Pictometry International professional services agreement for $44,720.00
- Adoption of Resolution 5-2023 creating a headstone movement fee at the Churchill County Cemetery
The Board of County Commissioners approved three funding requests for community support. They also received an informational update from the Bureau of Land Management regarding regional projects and land management.
- Approved $2,500 for Churchill County Junior Livestock Show and Sale (unanimous)
- Approved $3,000 for Lahontan Valley Claybreakers (unanimous)
- Approved $3,500 for Fallon Armed Forces Day Event (unanimous)
- Approved March 30, 2023 Budget Workshop minutes (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Liquor Board
The Churchill County Liquor Board will consider two liquor license applications. These include a request for a mobile quarterly on-premises license and a combination retail and on-premises license for a business on Reno Highway.
- License change for Silver Sage Promotions, LLC from Special Events to Mobile Quarterly On-Premises
- Application for Combination Retail and On-Premises Liquor License for The Grid Market & Brewery at 2030 Reno Highway
The Board approved a license type change for Silver Sage Promotions, LLC and granted a new combination license for The Grid Market & Brewery. Both decisions were passed by unanimous vote.
- Approved change to Quarterly Mobile On-Premises Liquor License for Dave Greeley, Silver Sage Promotions, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Combination Retail and On-Premises Liquor License for Paul and Tiffany Picotte, The Grid Market & Brewery at 2030 Reno Highway (unanimous)
- Approved September 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Central Nevada Health District
The Central Nevada Health District Board will meet to discuss several administrative items, including a new environmental health software contract and board liability insurance. The board will also review the termination of the Health Officer's contract.
- Ratification of POOL insurance policy totaling $5,010.13
- Approval of CDP Software contract for $76,790 through June 30, 2025
- Termination of Health Officer Dr. Tedd McDonald effective June 30, 2023
- Presentation by Community Chest regarding addiction and behavioral health services
- Letter of support for Nevada Public Health Institute US EPA grant
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several applications for land subdivision, variances, and special use permits. The meeting also includes decisions on renewing temporary use permits for residential construction and terminating an existing storage yard permit.
- Merger and resubdivision of 163.78 acres at 11000 Reno Highway by Fernley Business Park LLC
- Special use permit for horse boarding expansion at 4755 Silver Sage Lane
- Special use permit for a short-term rental bed and breakfast at 4200 Sheckler Road
- Variance to reduce rear setback at 6755 Reno Highway
- Renewal of four temporary use permits for residential construction quarters
The Planning Commission approved one-year renewals for two temporary use permits for residents constructing homes. A third renewal request for a property on Sand Hill Road was discussed but not decided in the provided text.
- Approved one-year temporary use permit renewal for Gary Sinclair at 1015 Dean Lane (6-0)
- Approved one-year temporary use permit renewal for Joseph & Margaret Diaz at 732 Wildes Road (6-0)
- Approved March 8, 2023 Public Hearing minutes (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss potential flooding updates and mitigation actions within the county. The agenda also includes reviewing settlement agreements for opioid litigation and considering several land use and infrastructure items.
- Recommendation for purchase of NexLog Advanced Recording Solutions System for $59,735.64
- Approval of settlement agreements with Allergan and CVS regarding One Nevada opioid litigation
- Transfer of $300,000 to the Churchill County Road Department for FY 2023 projects
- Request for Picotte Segura Holdings, LLC to submit financial security for NDOT improvements at 2030 & 2040 Reno Highway
- One-year extension request for Haneva, LLC to record a Parcel Map at 1955 Moody Lane
The Board approved settlement agreements with CVS and Allergan for opioid litigation and authorized the purchase of a new recording system for the Sheriff's office. The board also granted a parcel map extension to Haneva, LLC and approved a fund transfer for road projects.
- Approved $567,950.36 settlement from CVS over 10 years (Unanimous)
- Approved $91,368.21 settlement from Allergan over 7 years (Unanimous)
- Approved $59,735.64 purchase of NexLog Advanced Recording Solutions System (Unanimous)
- Approved $300,000 fund transfer for FY 2023 road and bridge projects (Unanimous)
- Granted one-year extension to Haneva, LLC to record parcel map at 1955 Moody Lane (Unanimous)
- Approved Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Central Nevada Health District regarding employee starting pay (Unanimous)
- Authorized support for Nevada legislative bill AB 297 (Unanimous)
- Approved proclamation designating April 2023 as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Highway Commission
This is a regularly scheduled meeting of the Churchill County Highway Commissioners. The agenda consists of procedural items including approval of previous minutes and departmental reports.
- Approval of March 1, 2023, meeting minutes
- Monthly departmental report
- Departmental update
The Commission approved the revised agenda and the minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting. County Manager Jim Barbee proposed adding Alpine Road to a future agenda to determine if the county should continue maintaining it.
- Accepted revised agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 1, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board will meet to discuss potential action regarding support for SB 384 and related amendments to ensure eligibility for funds. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and March 2, 2023, meeting minutes.
- Consideration of support for SB 384 with amendments to qualify for funds
- Approval of March 2, 2023, meeting minutes
The board approved supporting SB 384 and AB 105, provided they are amended to ensure CC Communications qualifies for funding and to allow open access to state-funded telecommunications construction routes. The board also approved the agenda and the March 2, 2023, meeting minutes.
- Approved support for SB 384 and AB 105 with amendments for funding qualification (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cemetery Board
The meeting agenda consists of procedural items and routine reports. The board will consider approving the current agenda, reviewing previous minutes, and receiving director and staff reports.
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Director's Report
- Staff Report
The board approved the meeting agenda and directed the Cemetery Sexton to contact descendants of a family regarding a plot purchase inquiry. The board also discussed cemetery vandalism, flood mitigation efforts, and unpaid reserved spaces.
- Approved the agenda as posted (unanimous)
- Approved motion for Claude Parsley to contact Glen Perazzo to reach three descendants regarding McKay family plots (unanimous)
General
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review the presentation and discussion of the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The Board may provide direction to the Comptroller regarding changes to departmental budget requests made since the February 2023 hearings.
- Presentation and discussion on the Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
- Possible direction to the Comptroller regarding departmental budget request changes
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the Tentative Budget for FY24. The budget includes a 12.7% increase in wages and benefits and a 140% increase in capital outlay, while maintaining a $4M reserve in the General Fund.
- Approved Agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved Tentative Budget for FY24 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The Churchill County Commissioners will meet for an emergency meeting to discuss flood protection. The board is considering the approval of contracts to construct a weir on the V-Line Canal.
- Approval of contracts for construction of a weir on the V-Line Canal
The Board approved contracts and granted the County Manager signature authority up to $5,577,500 for the construction of a new weir on the V-Line Canal. The project aims to increase water output capacity to match the dam's output and mitigate potential community flooding.
- Approved contracts up to $5,577,500 for V-Line Canal weir construction and flood mitigation (Unanimous)
- Authorized County Manager to sign contracts for the project (Unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (Unanimous)
E-911 Committee
The Churchill County E-911 Committee will meet to consider approving the purchase of a NexLog Advanced Recording Solutions System for $59,735.64 and to discuss recommendations for implementing a telecommunication surcharge to fund the 988 emergency number. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.
- Purchase of NexLog Advanced Recording Solutions System for $59,735.64
- Recommendations on telecommunication surcharge for 988 emergency number
- Approval of minutes from December 29, 2022 meeting
The E-911 Committee unanimously recommended that the Board of County Commissioners purchase the NexLog Advanced Recording Solutions System to replace an obsolete recorder. The committee also discussed the state's implementation of a telecommunication surcharge for the 988 emergency number.
- Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved December 29, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended purchase of NexLog Advanced Recording Solutions System for $59,735.64 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees is reviewing the recruitment process for a new Library Director. The board is also preparing for a transition to a new Integrated Library System scheduled for June 2023.
- Library Director recruitment updates including candidate interviews
- Approval of January 2023 monthly budget report
- Approval of the Library Gift Fund
- Library closure on June 24, 2023, for Integrated Library System migration
General
The Regional Transportation Commission will meet to discuss various county reports and financial matters. The commission is considering two separate actions regarding funds for FY 2023 Road and Bridge projects.
- Transfer of $300,000 for FY 2023 Road and Bridge projects (2nd quarter)
- Funding approval and encumbrance of $300,000 for FY 2023 Road and Bridge projects (3rd quarter)
The Regional Transportation Commission approved a $300,000 fund transfer for second-quarter road projects and encumbered another $300,000 for third-quarter projects. The commission also adopted the March Treasurer's report and the February 15 meeting minutes.
- Approved transfer of $300,000 for FY 2023 2nd quarter Road and Bridge projects (Unanimous)
- Approved funding and encumbrance of $300,000 for FY 2023 3rd quarter Road and Bridge projects (Unanimous)
- Approved March Treasurer's report (Unanimous)
- Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved agenda as posted (Unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several funding requests, including equipment for flood emergencies and building design proposals. The meeting also includes updates on potential flooding within the county and legislative updates.
- Purchase of flood emergency response equipment for $159,000.00
- Design proposal from GEM Drafting, LLC for the CAPS building for $105,890
- Allocation of $42,667.00 for a new fire apparatus maintenance building
- Sheriff's Office request for $29,000 in PERS credits for Jennifer Jones
- Social Services funding for Community Services Block Grant of $2,962
The Board approved the purchase of a backhoe, boom lift, and trailer for flood mitigation. They also authorized several design contracts for county buildings and approved a retirement incentive waiver for a Sheriff's Office employee.
- Approved $161,000 for flood emergency equipment (backhoe, boom lift, trailer) (unanimous)
- Approved $105,890 design contract with GEM Drafting, LLC for CAPS building (unanimous)
- Approved design contract with Lombard Conrad Architects for CC Communications building improvements (unanimous)
- Approved design contract with Lombard Conrad Architects for Sheriff's Office remodel and addition (unanimous)
- Allocated $42,667 for 'shovel ready' plans for a fire apparatus maintenance building (unanimous)
- Approved retirement incentive waiver and PERS credit purchase for Jennifer Jones (unanimous)
- Authorized opposition to Nevada legislative bills AB 159, AB 160, and AB 213 (unanimous)
- Approved City of Fallon's application to acquire property at 147 South Russell Street (unanimous)
General
The Churchill County Commissioners will meet for an emergency meeting to discuss several items. The Board is considering authorization to use funds from the Stabilization Fund to mitigate potential flooding.
- Authorization to expend up to $500,000 from the Stabilization Fund for flood mitigation purposes
The Board of County Commissioners authorized the County Manager to spend up to $500,000 from the General Fund to mitigate potential flooding. These funds will be used for emergency measures, equipment, and materials, with reimbursement expected from the Stabilization Fund.
- Approved authorization for County Manager to expend up to $500,000 from General Fund for flood mitigation (Unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The Churchill County Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to interview four candidates for the Library Director position and may select a new director. The board will also discuss the interview process and next steps.
- Interview of candidate Courtney Oberhansli at 10:30am
- Interview of candidate Kathy Cannarozzo at 11:45am
- Interview of candidate C.L. Quillen at 2:00pm
- Interview of candidate Wendy Moulton at 3:15pm
- Possible selection of Library Director and next steps
Central Nevada Health District
The Central Nevada Health District Board will consider authorizing a Request for Proposals for a Health Officer effective July 1, 2023, at a cost of $30,000, and amending the interlocal agreement with Churchill County to let the board approve starting pay for district employees at any step on the pay scale. The board will also receive updates on water/wastewater/solid waste inspections and a presentation on substance abuse and mental health resources from the Churchill Community Coalition.
- Authorization for RFP for a Health Officer effective July 1, 2023, in the amount of $30,000
- Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with Churchill County to allow board approval of employee starting pay at any step on the pay scale
- Update on Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste Inspections
- Churchill Community Coalition presentation on substance abuse and mental illness education and resources
The Central Nevada Health District approved a Request for Proposals to hire a permanent Health Officer and amended an interlocal agreement with Churchill County regarding employee starting pay. The board also received informational updates on water inspections and community substance abuse resources.
- Approved Request for Proposals for a Health Officer effective July 1, 2023, in the amount of $30,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement Between the Central Nevada Health District and Churchill County regarding employee starting pay (Unanimous)
- Approved Agenda as submitted (Unanimous)
- Approved Minutes of December 9, 2022 (Unanimous)
- Approved Minutes of January 12, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved Minutes of February 9, 2023 (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Churchill County Planning Commission will consider three public hearings: a temporary use permit for RVs on Shoffner Lane, a variance for a rear setback on Reno Highway, and a special use permit for a private gathering facility with alcohol service. The commission will also vote on renewing a temporary use permit for home construction and terminate several expired permits.
- Temporary use permit for Tomi Love to place two RVs at 1714 Shoffner Lane for family living
- Variance request by Leslie Beach to reduce rear setback from 20' to 3' at 6755 Reno Highway
- Special use permit for Churchill County POBOB M.C. for a motorcycle club with events and alcohol at 2170 Reno Highway
- Renewal of Gary Sinclair's temporary use permit at 1015 Dean Lane for home construction
- Termination of three special use permits and one temporary use permit for expired or superseded uses
The Commission denied a temporary use permit for RV residences at 1714 Shoffner Lane. Requests for a home construction permit renewal and a rear setback variance were tabled pending further documentation. Four existing special and temporary use permits were terminated via the consent agenda.
- Denied temporary use permit for RV residences at 1714 Shoffner Lane (unanimous)
- Tabled renewal of temporary use permit for Gary Sinclair at 1015 Dean Lane for 30 days (unanimous)
- Tabled rear setback variance for Leslie Beach at 6755 Reno Highway pending NV Energy documentation (unanimous)
- Terminated special use permit for SAC Wireless at 15550 Schurz Highway (unanimous)
- Terminated special use permit for Isidro Alves at 3500 Trento Lane (unanimous)
- Terminated special use permit for Veronica Hardy at 3975 Redwing Court (unanimous)
- Terminated temporary use permit for Jose Molina at 6060 Cox Road (unanimous)
- Withdrawn: Special use permit application for POBOB M.C. at 2170 Reno Highway
Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife
The Churchill County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife will discuss and possibly act on several wildlife management policies, including a third reading of Commission Policy 23 on predation management, a regulation on possessing golden eagles, and proposed hunting seasons for migratory game birds and big game. The board will also review items on the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners' upcoming agenda.
- Consideration of Commission Policy 23 – Predation Management, Third Reading
- Consideration of Commission General Regulation 506 – Possession of Golden Eagles Under Certain Circumstances
- Consideration of Commission Regulation 23-13 – Migratory Game Bird Seasons, Bag Limits, and Special Regulations for Waterfowl and Webless Migratory Game Birds 2023-2024 Season
- Consideration of Commission Regulation 23-04 Amendment 1 – 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Big Game Seasons
- Review of items on the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners' Agenda for March 10-11, 2023
The Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife approved regulations for migratory game bird seasons and big game emergency hunts. The board also approved a regulation allowing licensed master falconers to possess Golden Eagles under specific conditions. No action was taken regarding the Predation Management policy.
- Approved Commission General Regulation 506 regarding Golden Eagle possession (unanimous)
- Approved Commission Regulation 23-13 for 2023-2024 migratory game bird seasons and bag limits (unanimous)
- Approved Commission Regulation 23-04 Amendment 1 for 2023-2025 emergency big game seasons (unanimous)
- Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (majority vote, one abstention)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Took no action on Commission Policy 23 - Predation Management
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Central Nevada Health District
The Central Nevada Health District Board will consider and possibly approve a job offer to Antonina Capurro as the district administrator at an advanced step placement of Step 13. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.
- Consideration and possible action on job offer to Antonina Capurro as Central Nevada Health District Administrator at Step 13
The Board unanimously approved the hiring of Antonina Capurro as the Central Nevada Health District Administrator. The appointment includes a salary at Step 13 of Grade 77 and one week of paid relocation leave.
- Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved job offer to Antonina Capurro as CNHD Administrator at Step 13 ($133,494 annually) (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Highway Commission
The Churchill County Highway Commission will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on March 2, 2023. The main item of new business is a proposal to change the dates of the April 6 and May 4 meetings. The commission will also approve the previous meeting's minutes and receive a monthly departmental report and update.
- Consideration and possible action to change the date of the April 6, 2023 meeting
- Consideration and possible action to change the date of the May 4, 2023 meeting
- Approval of minutes from the February 2, 2023 meeting
- Monthly departmental report and update
The Highway Commission approved the minutes from February 2, 2023, and rescheduled the May 4, 2023, meeting. Road Supervisor Gary Fowkes provided a monthly departmental report on road matters and projects.
- Approved February 2, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Rescheduled May 4, 2023 meeting to May 17, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. (unanimous)
General
The Churchill County Commission will consider adopting a resolution declaring an emergency due to flooding threats and granting the Road Supervisor authority to use county equipment and personnel for flood protection. This is an emergency meeting focused solely on flood response.
- Consideration of Resolution 4-2023 declaring a flood emergency across Churchill County
- Proposal to grant discretionary authority to the Road Supervisor for use of county equipment, personnel, and materials
The Board adopted a resolution declaring a state of emergency to address potential flooding from snowpack melt. The board also authorized the Road Supervisor to use county equipment and personnel to protect the community.
- Adopted Resolution 4-2023 declaring a state of emergency due to flooding threat (Unanimous)
- Granted discretionary authority to Road Supervisor to use equipment, personnel, and materials for flood protection (Unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (Unanimous)
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board will consider approving a retirement credit purchase for employee Rudy McElvain under Policy 7.6 Retirement Incentive Plan. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a general manager report.
- Consideration of retirement credit purchase for Rudy McElvain under Policy 7.6
- Approval of minutes from February 2, 2023 meeting
- General Manager Report
The board approved the purchase of six months of retirement credit for Rudy McElvain and waived the policy limit of one employee per year. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 2, 2023.
- Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 6-month retirement credit for Rudy McElvain and waived Policy 7.6's one employee per year limit (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The Churchill County Library Board of Trustees will consider and possibly act on items related to Library Director recruitment, approve the monthly budget report, and approve the Library Gift Fund. The board will also set dates for a special meeting on March 13, 2023, for director selection and a regular meeting on March 23, 2023.
- Discussion and possible action on Library Director recruitment
- Action to approve the monthly budget report
- Action to approve the Library Gift Fund
- Action to approve closing Saturday June 24, 2023 for migration to new Integrated Library System (Polaris to ByWater)
Board of County Commissioners
The board will vote on several items including a $92,680 contract with SoSu TV for audio/visual and livestream upgrades in the commission chambers, a parcel map application for a 55.56-acre industrial subdivision at 22297 Bango Road, and a 5-month extension for road improvements on APN 007-311-42. They will also consider $3,464,223.86 in LATCF/ARPA fund reporting and an $8,000 funding request for the Churchill Arts Council.
- Up to $92,680 for A/V rack, microphones, livestream equipment with SoSu TV
- Parcel map application by Idaho Asphalt Supply to split 55.56 acres at 22297 Bango Road into two industrial parcels
- 5-month extension for Hiatt Land & Development to complete road improvements on APN 007-311-42
- Reporting and use of $3,464,223.86 in Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Funds (LATCF/ARPA)
- Application for $8,000 continued support funding for Churchill Arts Council in FY2023 budget
The Board approved $8,000 for the Churchill Arts Council and $92,680 for A/V equipment upgrades in the Commission Chambers. They also authorized the sale of properties held in trust for unpaid taxes and established pay ranges for the Central Nevada Health District.
- Approved $8,000 funding for Churchill Arts Council (unanimous)
- Approved Parcel Map Application for Bravo Foxtrot NV to divide APN 007-071-82 (unanimous)
- Approved using $3,464,223.86 in ARPA funds for payroll and courthouse construction (unanimous)
- Approved 5-month road improvement extension for Hiatt Land & Development, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved class specifications and pay ranges for Central Nevada Health District (unanimous)
- Approved $92,680 for Commission Chambers A/V and livestream upgrades (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 3-2023 to sell properties held in trust for unpaid taxes (unanimous)
- Authorized support for ABs 37, 142 and SB 118; opposition to ABs 14, 30, 102, 121, 156 and SBs 92, 142, 155, 162 (unanimous)
General
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct departmental budget hearings. Presentations from each department will be for informational purposes only, and no action will be taken on them. The meeting runs from 8:15 AM to an estimated 5:00 PM, with specific appointment times for each department.
- Budget hearings for all county departments, including Fire, Sheriff, District Court, and Public Works
- No action will be taken on the budget presentations; they are informational only
- Meeting scheduled from 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM with specific appointment times for each department
- Public comment is allowed at the beginning and end of the meeting
The Board of County Commissioners conducted departmental budget hearings for informational purposes. No substantive actions or decisions were taken regarding the budgets.
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Equalization
The Churchill County Board of Equalization will hold hearings on two appeals filed by NNRD Keddie Corners, LLC challenging the FY2023-24 secured roll valuations for 99 parcels (APNs 001-891-01 to 001-891-87). The board will also consider approving minutes from prior meetings and the meeting agenda.
- Hearing on Case #02-2023: appeal of FY2023-24 secured roll for APNs 001-891-01 to 001-891-09 and 001-891-85 to 001-891-87
- Hearing on Case #04-2023: appeal of FY2023-24 secured roll for APNs 001-891-10 to 001-891-84
- Approval of minutes from February 24, 2022 meeting
- Approval of minutes from February 8, 2023 training workshop
The Board of Equalization heard two appeals from NNRD Keddie Corners, LLC regarding land and property valuations. In both cases, the board voted unanimously to uphold the Assessor's current taxable values based on market evidence.
- Approved Agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved Minutes from February 24, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved Minutes from February 8, 2023 Training Workshop (unanimous)
- Upheld combined taxable value of $2,115,411 for 12 single family attached units (unanimous)
- Retained taxable value of $12,500 per lot for 75 vacant single family attached lots (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regional Transportation Commission
The Regional Transportation Commission will consider approving the public road mileage figures for the City of Fallon and Churchill County as of December 31, 2022, and authorize their submittal to the Nevada Department of Transportation. These figures determine motor fuel tax distributions. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and setting the next meeting date.
- Approve City of Fallon public road mileage of 57.139 centerline miles for motor fuel tax purposes
- Approve Churchill County public road mileage of 557.12 centerline miles, with 446.10 miles for motor fuel tax
- Authorize submittal of mileage figures to Nevada Department of Transportation
- Approve February Treasurer's Report
- Set next regular meeting for March 15, 2023
The commission approved the public road and motor fuel tax mileage figures for both the City of Fallon and Churchill County as of December 31, 2022. These figures will be submitted to the Nevada Department of Transportation to determine gas tax apportionment. The board also approved the February Treasurer's report.
- Approved February Treasurer's report (unanimous)
- Approved City of Fallon public road and motor fuel tax mileage as 57.139 centerline miles (unanimous)
- Approved Churchill County public road mileage as 557.152 centerline miles (unanimous)
- Approved Churchill County motor fuel tax mileage as 446.10 centerline miles (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as posted (unanimous)
- Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a Temporary Use Permit for an RV on Schindler Road. They will also consider a $780,000 property purchase on N. Maine Street, a $14,360 generator maintenance contract, and a social services grant amendment. Several routine consent items and appointments are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on appeal of denied Temporary Use Permit for RV at 4810 Schindler Road
- Purchase agreement for property at 101-131 N. Maine Street for $780,000
- Cashman Service Agreement for generator maintenance at $14,360
- Ratification of social services grant amendment from $70,238.79 to $155,688.32
- Reclassification of Resource Liaison to Caseworker I with FY23 impact of $2,772
The Board of County Commissioners approved the purchase of a commercial property on N. Maine Street to facilitate a justice complex. They also granted a six-month temporary use permit for an RV residence and approved several service contracts and personnel changes.
- Approved purchase of 101-131 N. Maine Street for $780,000 (unanimous)
- Approved 6-month Temporary Use Permit for RV residence at 4810 Schindler Road (2-1)
- Approved $14,360 Cashman Service Agreement for generator maintenance (unanimous)
- Ratified agreement with State of Nevada for equipment purchase totaling $155,688.32 (unanimous)
- Approved reclassifying one Resource Liaison to Caseworker I (unanimous)
- Approved hiring Colin Utterback as IT Professional at Grade 60, Step 3 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from Dec 21, 2022, Jan 3, 2023, and Jan 18, 2023 meetings (unanimous)
- Approved January 2023 revenue and building permit reports (unanimous)
Central Nevada Health District
The Central Nevada Health District Board will consider approving a new logo from Canyon Creations, review the FY24 budget submitted to Churchill County, and hear presentations from three applicants for the Health District Administrator position. The board will also receive updates from the Health Officer and Administrator.
- Review and possible approval of logo and concepts from Canyon Creations
- Review and possible approval of Central Nevada Health District FY24 Budget submitted to Churchill County
- Presentation of three applicants for Health District Administrator: Dr. Antonina Capurro, Kaitlin Peitz, and Cindy Johnson
- Consideration of next steps for interviewing, appointing, and hiring the Administrator
- Health Officer Report and Administrator Monthly Report
The Board approved bylaws, elected officers, and appointed an interim administrator and health officer. The Board also entered into interlocal agreements with Churchill, Pershing, Mineral counties, and the City of Fallon to formalize the district's creation.
- Approved CNHD Bylaws (unanimous)
- Elected Ken Tedford as Chair and Cassie Hall as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Dr. Justin Heath as the Board Physician (unanimous)
- Appointed Caleb Cage as Interim Administrator (unanimous)
- Approved $81,698 annual administration contract with Churchill County (unanimous)
- Approved interlocal agreements for City of Fallon, Churchill, Mineral, and Pershing counties to join the district (unanimous)
- Approved service agreement for Eureka County (unanimous)
- Approved interim contract for Dr. Tedd McDonald as Health Officer at $2,000/month (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Equalization
The Churchill County Board of Equalization is meeting for a special training workshop. The agenda includes facilitated training on the Open Meeting Law and Ethics in Government by the District Attorney's Office, and training on Nevada's Property Tax Elements and Hearing Guidelines by the Nevada Department of Taxation. No property tax appeals or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Training on Open Meeting Law and Ethics in Government by the Churchill County District Attorney's Office
- Training on Nevada's Property Tax Elements and Application and Hearing Guidelines by the Nevada Department of Taxation
- Public comment periods are included on the agenda
- This is a special meeting, not a regular hearing for property valuation appeals
The meeting consisted of informational training sessions for board members. No substantive policy decisions were made, and the board approved the meeting agenda.
- Approved the agenda as submitted (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Churchill County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several land-use permits, including a major mining operation, a communications tower replacement, and multiple temporary housing and business permits. The agenda also includes a parcel map application and a consent agenda item to terminate an unused special use permit.
- Major special use permit for mining and asphalt plant on 640 acres off Jessup Exit #78 (I-80)
- Special use permit for 60-foot communications tower at 15550 Schurz Highway, replacing existing 38-foot tower
- Parcel map application to divide 55.56 acres at 22297 Bango Road into two industrial parcels
- Special use permit for home-based herb farm at 3700 Alcorn Road with greenhouses and events
- Three variances requested for Out West Buildings LLC at 7450 Reno Highway
The Commission approved a parcel map to divide industrial land on Bango Road and granted special use permits for a communications tower, a mining operation, and a home-based herb farm. It also approved temporary use permits for hardship quarters and a fabrication facility with specific variances.
- Approved parcel map for Bravo Foxtrot NV to divide APN 007-071-82 into two parcels (Unanimous)
- Approved temporary use permit renewal for Michael & Amiee Springfield at 623 River Village Drive (Unanimous)
- Approved temporary use permit for hardship/caretaker quarters for Howard King at 2330 Lucas Road (Unanimous)
- Approved temporary use permit for hardship/caretaker quarters for Paul & Linda Nemeth at 5655 Weaver Road (Unanimous)
- Approved special use permit for Stacy Fisk's home-based herb farm, excluding requested events (Unanimous)
- Approved special use permit for Commnet to replace a communication tower at 15550 Schurz Hwy (Unanimous)
- Approved special use permit for A & K Earthmovers mining and asphalt plant on APN 005-091-23 (Unanimous)
- Approved special use permit and variances for Out West Buildings at 7450 Reno Hwy, reducing street setback to 32' (6-0)
Board of County Commissioners
The board will consider an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a temporary use permit for Ruth Miller to allow people to live in an RV on her property at 4810 Schindler Road because they are homeless. They will also vote on increasing the hourly rate for indigent defense conflict counsel from $100 to $150, and approve a water rights deed returning 147.5 acre-feet of banked water to G-M Fallon Land Investments. Other items include reclassifying two justice court clerk trainees, approving a performance agreement for commercial driveway improvements at 2030 & 2040 Reno Highway, and appointing representatives to the Central Nevada Regional Water Authority.
- Appeal of denied temporary use permit for RV housing for homeless at 4810 Schindler Road
- Increase in hourly rate for indigent defense conflict counsel from $100/hr to $150/hr
- Water rights deed returning 147.5 acre-feet of banked water to G-M Fallon Land Investments
- Performance agreement with Picotte Segura Holdings for driveway improvements at 2030 & 2040 Reno Highway
- Appointment of Pete Olsen to Central Nevada Regional Water Authority board
The Board approved a pay increase for indigent defense conflict counsel to remain competitive with neighboring counties. Other key actions included personnel reclassifications, the appointment of a wildlife board member, and the approval of a commercial driveway performance agreement.
- Increased hourly rate for Department of Indigent Defense conflict counsel from $100 to $150 (unanimous)
- Approved reclassification of Justice Court Clerk Trainees Faviola Gouveia and Sherry David to Clerk positions (unanimous)
- Approved reclassification of Legal Secretary Shannon Perez to District Attorney Systems Administrator at Pay Grade 50 (unanimous)
- Approved one-year performance agreement for Picotte Segura Holdings, LLC for driveway improvements at 2030 & 2040 Reno Highway (unanimous)
- Appointed Andrew Howells to the Churchill County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife (unanimous)
- Appointed Pete Olsen to the Central Nevada Regional Water Authority Board and Jim Barbee as alternate (unanimous)
- Approved return of 147.5 acre-feet of banked water rights to G-M Fallon Land Investments, LLC (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for February 15, 2023, regarding a Temporary Use Permit appeal for 4810 Schindler Road (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Highway Commission
The Highway Commission will meet to review departmental reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The board is also considering a recommendation to reduce the speed limit within the Onde Verde subdivision.
- Recommendation to reduce speed limit from 25mph to 15mph in the Onde Verde subdivision
- Approval of January 3, 2023 meeting minutes
The Highway Commission voted to lower the speed limit on all roads within the Onde Verde subdivision from 25 mph to 15 mph. This action follows a recommendation from the road department to address safety concerns regarding road width and parking.
- Approved reduction of speed limit from 25 mph to 15 mph in Onde Verde subdivision (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of January 3, 2023 (unanimous)
- Accepted meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board will consider approving retirement credit purchases for two employees, adopting a procurement policy for federal grants, and approving a memorandum of understanding with the Communications Workers of America, Local 9413. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a general manager report.
- Consideration of retirement credit purchase for Rudy McElvain under Policy 7.6
- Consideration of retirement credit purchase for Krista Smith under Policy 7.6
- Adoption of Procurement Policy for Federal Grants
- Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between CWA Local 9413 and CC Communications
The board approved the purchase of retirement service credits for two employees subject to their return as critical needs hires. It also adopted a Procurement Policy for Federal Grants to enable the collection of NTIA Bip Grant funds and approved a pay increase for on-call NOC employees.
- Approved purchase of PERS service credit for Rudy McElvain subject to critical needs hire (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of PERS service credit for Krista Smith subject to critical needs hire (unanimous)
- Approved adoption of Procurement Policy for Federal Grants (unanimous)
- Approved MOU with Communications Workers of America Local 9413 to increase on-call pay for NOC employees (unanimous)
- Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Debt Management Commission
The Churchill County Debt Management Commission will meet to nominate and elect three members-at-large and a chair/vice-chair, and to approve the minutes from the August 18, 2022 meeting. No substantive financial decisions or debt-related items are on the agenda.
- Election of three members-at-large to the commission
- Election of a chair and vice-chair
- Approval of minutes from August 18, 2022 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will review the proposed fiscal year 2023-24 budget. The meeting also includes consideration of the monthly budget report and the Library Gift Fund.
- Approval of the proposed FY 2023-24 Budget
- Approval of the monthly budget report
- Approval of the Library Gift Fund
- Update on the Children’s Librarian position
- Discussion of funds held with Churchill County and investment options
Social Services Advisory Committee
The Churchill County Social Services Advisory Committee will review and potentially approve financials, a Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) action plan award, and acknowledge the county's FY22 audit. They will also discuss programmatic updates and receive training on CSBG organizational standards.
- Approval of financials through 2nd quarter FY23
- CSBG Award of Action Plan totaling $109,033.00 for 10/1/2022–09/30/2023
- Acknowledge receipt of Churchill County Financial Audit for FY22
- CSBG Needs Assessment Plan Review of Organizational Standards FY23
- 60-minute board training on NCAP CSBG Organizational Standards 101
Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife
The Churchill County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife will consider and possibly act on several proposed Commission policies and regulations, including second readings of policies on Heritage Grants, Predation Management, and Mitigation Policy, and a third reading on Water Rights. The board will also review regulations for big game, black bear, mountain lion, and mule deer seasons, as well as tag programs. Additionally, the board will discuss items from the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners' upcoming agenda.
- Consideration of Commission Policy 11 (Heritage Grants) Second Reading
- Consideration of Commission Policy 23 (Predation Management) Second Reading
- Consideration of Commission Policy 61 (Water Rights) Third Reading
- Consideration of Commission Regulation 23-04 for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Big Game Seasons
- Consideration of Commission Regulation 23-05 for 2023 Black Bear Seasons
The board approved Commission Regulation 23-04, establishing hunting seasons and quotas for various big game species. It also approved several other regulations regarding bear, mountain lion, and specialty tags. Additionally, the board approved Commission Policy 62 regarding mitigation.
- Approved Commission Policy 62, Mitigation Policy (Unanimous)
- Approved Commission Regulation 23-04 for antelope, elk, desert bighorn sheep, California bighorn sheep, Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, goats, and deer (Unanimous)
- Approved Commission Regulation 23-05 for 2023 Black Bear Seasons (Unanimous)
- Approved Commission Regulation 23-06 for 2023-2024 Mountain Lion Season and Harvest Limits (Unanimous)
- Approved Commission Regulation 23-07 for Restricted Nonresident Guided Mule Deer Seasons and Quotas (Unanimous)
- Approved Commission Regulation 23-01 for 2023 Big Game Application Deadlines & Draw Result Dates (Unanimous)
- Approved Commission Regulation 23-08 for 2023 Big Game Tag Application Eligibility and Tag Limits (Unanimous)
- Approved Commission Regulations 23-09, 23-10, 23-11, and 23-12 for Dream, Heritage, Partnership in Wildlife, and Silver State Tags (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
This is a regularly scheduled workshop of the Churchill County Planning Commission. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, public comment, and adjournment. No rezonings, ordinances, contracts, or other substantive matters are scheduled for discussion or decision.
- No substantive agenda items — only call to order, public comment, and adjournment
The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports from the school district, irrigation district, conservation district, Western Nevada College, and NAS Fallon regarding housing, water, and facility updates.
- Approved agenda as revised (unanimous)
General
The Coalition for Senior Citizens Board will consider hiring a Certified Public Accountant to file tax documents and discuss ideas for senior programs and grants. They will also review financial reports for the period ending December 31, 2022, and an audit update from Silva, Sceirine & Associates, LLC.
- Consideration and possible action to hire a Certified Public Accountant for tax filing
- Discussion of ideas for senior programs and identification of grants or funding sources
- Presentation and possible action on Financial Reports for period ending December 31, 2022
- Approval of Agreed Upon Procedures from the financial audit by Silva, Sceirine & Associates, LLC
- Update on activities and programs at the William N. Pennington Life Center
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a series of departmental tours for information-gathering purposes. No action is scheduled to be taken during these site visits.
- Road Department tour at 330 N. Broadway Street
- Sheriff's Office & Jail tour at 180 W. A Street
- Public Defender's Office tour at 155 N. Taylor Street, Suite 161
- Alternate Public Defender's Office tour at 90 N. Maine Street
- Court Services Department, Justice Court, and District Court tours
The Board of County Commissioners conducted a series of departmental tours for information-gathering purposes. No substantive actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved the agenda as submitted (unanimous)
Regional Transportation Commission
The Churchill County Regional Transportation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda, minutes from December 21, 2022, and the January treasurer's report. The main action item is the election of a chairman and vice-chairman for 2023. No city or county project requests are on the agenda.
- Election of chairman and vice-chairman for 2023
- Approval of January treasurer's report
- Approval of minutes from December 21, 2022 meeting
The Regional Transportation Commission approved the January Treasurer's report and elected its 2023 leadership. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 21, 2022.
- Elected Mayor Tedford as Chairman and Commissioner Getto as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
- Approved January Treasurer's report (unanimous)
- Approved December 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as posted (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider two major development proposals: a Planned Unit Development for 619 single-family and multi-family residences on 107 acres near Casey Road and Birch Lane, and an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a multi-family apartment project on Coleman Road. They will also vote on a nuisance complaint regarding noise and light at 2100 Trails End, and adopt a resolution updating travel expense rates.
- Old Stone Ranch PUD: 619 homes on 107 acres near Casey Road and Birch Lane, with bonus density for a county park
- Riverstone Apartments appeal: Planning Commission denied special use permit for multi-family development on Coleman Road
- Variance appeal for Riverstone: request to waive lot density and setback requirements for 19-lot apartment complex
- Nuisance complaint hearing at 3:00 PM for 2100 Trails End, Fallon (noise and light)
- Contract renewal with appraiser Mark Stafford, not to exceed $7,500 for solar/geothermal property appraisals
The Board unanimously approved the Old Stone Ranch Planned Unit Development and its tentative subdivision map, allowing for up to 617 residential units. The board also heard an appeal regarding the Riverstone Apartments project, though no final vote on that item is recorded in the provided text.
- Approved Old Stone Ranch PUD permit for 617 units (unanimous)
- Approved density bonus for Old Stone Ranch in exchange for a 10-acre community park (unanimous)
- Approved inclusion of landscaped irrigation facilities and stormwater basins in Old Stone Ranch open space calculations (unanimous)
- Approved Tentative Subdivision Map for Old Stone Ranch (unanimous)
- Approved Agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved December 12, 2022 Joint Water Workshop minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Central Nevada Health District
The Central Nevada Health District Board will consider a draft six- and twelve-month budget including proposed employee positions, an operational plan, and approval of a $400,000 Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) grant application. The board will also receive updates on Medicaid, EAN/DUNS/SAMS applications, and logo/website design, and consider joining national health board organizations.
- Consideration of draft six- and twelve-month budget with proposed division employee positions
- Presentation of the Central Nevada Health District Operational Plan
- Approval of applying for a WIC grant opportunity in the approximate amount of $400,000
- Update on Medicaid application
- Consideration of joining the National Association of Local Boards of Health (NALBOH) and NACCHO
The Board approved a draft six-month budget of $455,189 and a twelve-month budget of $2,563,713, authorizing the hiring of positions and purchase of supplies as funding is received. The Board also approved applications for professional memberships and a WIC grant. A detailed operational plan was presented for informational purposes.
- Approved draft 6-month ($455,189) and 12-month ($2,563,713) budgets and associated hiring (unanimous)
- Approved website development up to $4,725 and logo cleanup up to $1,600 (unanimous)
- Approved joining NALBOH ($250/year) and NACCHO ($260/year) (unanimous)
- Approved application for WIC grant in the approximate amount of $400,000 (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Churchill County Planning Commission will consider nine public hearing items, including temporary use permits for RV dwellings, special use permits for a firearms business, a multi-tenant facility, a motorcycle club, a fabrication business, and several variance requests. The meeting also includes election of officers and approval of previous minutes.
- Temporary use permit for RV dwelling at 4810 Schindler Road (Ruth Miller)
- Temporary use permit for farm labor RV at 1240 Soda Lake Road (Philip Regli)
- Special use permit for home-based firearms business at 4675 Sheckler Road (Chase Mills)
- Special use permit for multi-tenant facility at 4175 Reno Highway (Paula Gilmore)
- Variance request for street setback at 125 Clover Drive (Lisette Kroepelin)
The Commission approved special use permits for a home-based firearms business and a multi-tenant commercial facility. It also granted setback variances for a garage and an industrial building, while denying a temporary use permit for residential RV quarters.
- Approved Special Use Permit for home-based firearms business at 4675 Sheckler Road (unanimous)
- Approved Special Use Permit for multi-tenant commercial facility at 4175 Reno Hwy (unanimous)
- Approved Temporary Use Permit for farm labor quarters at 1240 Soda Lake Road (unanimous)
- Denied Temporary Use Permit for temporary residential quarters at 4810 Schindler Road (5-2)
- Approved street setback variance for garage at 125 Clover Dr (unanimous)
- Approved side setback variance for Northern Nevada Research Co at 7162 California St (unanimous)
- Tabled Special Use Permit for POBOB M.C. private gathering facility (unanimous)
- Tabled Special Use Permit and variances for Out West Buildings (unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Churchill County Park and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2023, at 7:00 PM in Fallon. The commission will elect officers and consider approving capital budget priorities for the 2023-2024 fiscal year as presented by Director Jorge Guerrero. The agenda also includes department updates and setting the next meeting date.
- Election of officers for the commission
- Review and possible action on 2023-2024 capital budget priorities presented by Director Jorge Guerrero
- Director's report on department updates and events
- Setting the next Park and Recreation Commission meeting date
The Parks and Recreation Commission approved capital budget priorities for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, focusing on equipment replacement. The commission also elected its officers for a one-year term.
- Approved 2023-2024 capital budget priorities (unanimous)
- Elected Kris Hadley as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Bob Franke as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as posted (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several items including a sending site application for a 707.5-acre property, a nuisance complaint about noise and light at 2100 Trails End, and a recommendation to reduce the speed limit in the Onde Verde subdivision from 25 mph to 15 mph. They will also ratify two federal grants for social services totaling $184,327 and make appointments to the Planning Commission.
- Sending site application by C & A Rentals LLC for 9125 Flying K Ranch Road and 8500 & 9170 Pasture Road, 707.5 total acres with 408.35 water-righted acres in A-10 zoning
- Nuisance complaint against Troy and Beatriz Holbrook at 2100 Trails End, Fallon, with possible adoption of Resolution 23-2022
- Ratification of HUD Supportive Housing Programming agreement for $75,294 and Community Services Block Grant for $109,033
- Recommendation to reduce speed limit from 25 mph to 15 mph in Onde Verde subdivision
- Appointment of Jeff Goings, Mark Hyde, and Eric Blakey to the Planning Commission for four-year terms
The Board of County Commissioners elected its 2023-2024 leadership and appointed three members to the Planning Commission. The board also approved several funding agreements for social services and a sending site application for development rights.
- Elected Harry Scharmann as Chair and Justin Heath as Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
- Appointed Jeff Goings, Mark Hyde, and Eric Blakey to the Planning Commission (Unanimous)
- Approved sending site application and 762 TDRs for C & A Rentals LLC (Unanimous)
- Ratified $75,294 HUD agreement for Supportive Housing Programming (Unanimous)
- Ratified $109,033 State of Nevada agreement for Community Action Programming (Unanimous)
- Approved water rights quitclaim deed for Andrew Doty at APN: 006-331-04 (Unanimous)
- Authorized issuance of 46 TDR Certificates for E & C Schank Properties, LLC (Unanimous)
- Sworn in 12 newly-elected officials including Commissioner Myles Getto
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
This is a procedural meeting focused on appointments, agenda approval, and public comment. The main substantive activity is a series of departmental tours scheduled for commissioners to visit county offices including Cooperative Extension, Museum, Library, JPO, Fire Department, Public Works, and others.
- Departmental tours scheduled for Jan 3, 2023, covering Cooperative Extension, Museum, Library, JPO, Fire Department, County Manager's Office, Public Works, Comptroller's Office, and DA's Office
- Consideration and possible action on approval of the agenda as submitted or revised
- Public comment periods at start and end of meeting
The Board approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote. Commissioners conducted a series of departmental tours for information-gathering purposes; no substantive actions were taken during these visits.
- Approved the Agenda as submitted (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Highway Commission
The Churchill County Highway Commission will meet on January 3, 2023, at 1:15 PM in Fallon, NV. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, a monthly departmental report and update, and setting the next meeting date. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed.
- Approval of minutes from December 6, 2022 meeting
- Monthly departmental report and update
- Set next meeting date for February 2, 2023
The Board of County Highway Commissioners conducted a procedural meeting. The commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the December 6, 2022, meeting.
- Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved December 6, 2022 minutes (Vice-Chairman Getto abstained)
CC Communications
The CC Communications Management Board will meet to consider approval of the December 1, 2022 meeting minutes and discuss a report on an OC 192 outage. The agenda is largely procedural, with the outage report being the only substantive item.
- Consideration and possible action re: OC 192 outage report
- Approval of minutes from December 1, 2022 meeting
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 1, 2022. General Manager Mark Feest provided an informational report on a widespread OC 192 outage caused by AT&T equipment in Fernley, noting that no formal action was taken on the matter.
- Approved agenda as submitted (Unanimous)
- Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)