Elko County, NV

Board of Health

The Elko County Board of Health will discuss and consider approving the Elko County Opioid Use Disorder Community Needs Assessment and Opioid Response Plan, which is required to maintain eligibility for funding through the Nevada Fund for a Resilient Nevada. The plan, prepared by the University of Nevada Reno and state health offices, does not authorize specific programs or expenditures. The board will also receive quarterly updates from Nevada Health Centers, Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital, and Vitality Unlimited, and will consider approving minutes from April 15, 2026.

• Discussion and possible approval of the Opioid Use Disorder Community Needs Assessment and Response Plan to secure opioid settlement funding
• Quarterly report from Nevada Health Centers including statistical services, payor sources, and recruitment efforts
• Presentation from Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital CEO on quality scorecard, outbreaks, and emergency department activities
• Update on activities and programs at Vitality Unlimited
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from April 15, 2026

Elko County Community Development for the Community Development Block Grant Program

The Elko County Community Development for the Community Development Block Grant Program will meet to review program objectives and past projects. The body will discuss potential projects for fiscal year 2027 from the county and other eligible organizations. No actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Review of CDBG program eligible activities and national objectives
• Discussion of potential CDBG funding for FY2027
• Discussion of potential projects from the County and other eligible organizations for FY2027

Board of Commissioners

The Elko County Board of Commissioners will consider a presentation on revised plans for the Downtown County Complex, a professional services agreement for the Jackpot Airport, and a resolution to transfer bond volume cap to the Nevada Rural Housing Authority.

• Discussion of Downtown County Complex facility concepts
• Professional Services Agreement with J-U-B Engineers for $141,765
• Resolution to transfer bond volume cap to Nevada Rural Housing Authority
• Alternate Compliance request for a 30-foot private access easement
• Award of construction contract to Stonehouse Drilling & Construction for $339,450

Planning Commission

The Elko County Planning Commission will discuss several land use applications, including zoning changes for industrial use and requests to divide land into large parcels. The body will also consider a conditional use permit for a care dwelling.

• Application COZ26-009: Elko Land Holdings Corp. request to change 40 acres from Open Space (OS) to General Industrial & Extractive (M1)
• Application COZ26-006: Ellison Ranching Co. request to change 15 acres from Open Space (OS) to General Industrial & Extractive (M1) for a gravel quarry
• Application DLLP26-001: Paul & Lori Bottari request for a Tentative Map to create two parcels of 40+ acres
• Application DLLP26-002: MFRE 2U Ranch, LLC request for a Tentative Map to create two parcels of 40+ acres
• Application CUP26-007: Brianna Martinsen request for a Conditional Use Permit for an Invalid Care Dwelling at 963 Sun Valley Rd.

Elko County Fair Board

The Elko County Fair Board will meet to discuss rental fees for the Elko Youth Rodeo scheduled for July 25-26 and consider the renewal of the City of Elko's lease on the Fairgrounds. The board will also review the 2026 Elko County Fair planning and approve monthly financial reports.

• Discussion of rental fees for Elko Youth Rodeo (July 25-26)
• Consideration of renewal for City of Elko Fairgrounds Lease
• Update on 2026 Elko County Fair planning and events
• Approval of monthly financial report and bills
• Discussion of fairgrounds improvement and upkeep projects

Enhanced 911 Board

The Enhanced 911 Board will nominate and appoint a new Chair and Vice-Chair, as the Chair position is currently vacant. The board will also receive updates on geographic information systems, the NGA 911 infrastructure provider, dispatch centers, and the collection of surcharge fees from vendors. Routine approval of the June 4, 2026 meeting minutes is on the consent agenda.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the board (Chair currently vacant)
• Update and report from local GIS
• Update and report from NGA 911 (infrastructure provider)
• Update on collection of surcharge fees from vendors
• Approval of June 4, 2026 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider appointments to the Elko County Fair Board and Planning Commission, and will review and approve the Roads and Public Safety Infrastructure Tax Plans for fiscal year 2027. Additional items include a public hearing on a Nevada legislative bill draft, renewal of the Reach Air Ambulance franchise, a source‑water protection plan presentation, and approval of a resolution for the Montello Sewer Pond relining project.

• Appointment of Michelle Cromwell to the Elko County Fair Board (term expires Dec 31, 2026)
• Appointment of Andrew Meek to the Elko County Planning Commission (term expires Dec 31, 2029)
• Approval of the Roads Infrastructure Tax Plan for FY2027 (Notice No. 2026-31)
• Renewal of the Reach Air Ambulance Service Franchise Agreement (expires July 1, 2026)
• Resolution No. 2026-25 authorizing the Montello Sewer Pond Relining project and Clean Water State Revolving Fund application

Regional Transportation Commission

The commission will review the 2026 fourth quarter financial report for the Regional Street and Highway Fund and hear updates from NDOT on local projects. They will vote on two funding requests: $273,548.38 from the City of Carlin for the Carlin Trend Drive Cattle Guard Replacement Project, and a request from the City of Wells for distribution of available funds to support the Lake Avenue paving project. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Review of 2026 Fourth Quarter Regional Transportation Commission Financial Report
• Funding request of $273,548.38 from City of Carlin for Carlin Trend Drive Cattle Guard Replacement
• City of Wells request for distribution of RTC funds for Lake Avenue paving project in FY27
• Report from Nevada Department of Transportation on current and upcoming projects in Elko County
• Quarterly reports from City of Elko, City of West Wendover, Town of Jackpot, Elko County School District, Elko County Public Transit, and Elko County Highway Department

Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife

The Elko County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife will review and may approve funding for Fiscal Year 2027 heritage and habitat projects totaling up to $3.27 million. They will also consider extension requests for prior-year heritage projects and reallocation of unused funds from FY2025. The board makes recommendations to the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners.

• Up to $2,856,267.37 proposed for FY2027 heritage projects including Mule Deer Migration Corridor, Bighorn Sheep restoration, and public access maintenance
• Up to $415,731 for FY2027 habitat, research, and management projects such as Fawn Collaring, Pronghorn Trap & Transplant, and Raven Management
• Reallocation of $50,000 from Toe Jam Mountain Habitat Improvement to Clover Valley Wildlife Passage, and $75,000 from Corta Fire to Sheep Creek Mountains
• Possible approval of extension requests for previously approved heritage projects
• Proposed subscription fee payment for 40 Ranchbots installed between July 2024 and June 2026

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Beth Minniear to reduce the rear yard setback from 30 feet to 10 feet for a carport at 330 Sun Mountain Lane in Spring Creek. They will also consider a recommendation to fill a board vacancy with applicant Andrew Meek. The May 21, 2026 meeting minutes are up for approval.

• Public hearing on Application VAR26-004 for a rear yard setback reduction from 30' to 10' in AR District at 330 Sun Mountain Lane, Spring Creek
• Review and recommendation for Planning Commission member vacancy; applicant Andrew Meek
• Approval of minutes from the May 21, 2026 meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Elko County Board of Commissioners will meet in Elko, Wells, and Jackpot to approve the 2025 financial statements, budget augmentations for various funds, and an interfund loan for the ambulance service.

• Approval of 2025 financial statements and corrective action plan
• Budget augmentations totaling $4,419,424 for General, Jackpot, Fire, and other funds
• Interfund loan of $600,000 from General Fund to Ambulance Service Fund
• Approval of renewal contract with West Wendover for marriage licenses
• Consideration of a Final Subdivision Map for Schmidt's Creek Phase 2

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Elko County Board of Fire Commissioners will meet on June 17, 2026 at 12:15 PM to consider several agenda items. Commissioners will discuss two equipment purchase proposals: a 2005 Freightliner M2106 crew cab for $70,000 (plus up to $5,000 shipping and $25,000 for paint/remount) and a 2023 CAT 299D3XE compact track loader with total cost not to exceed $182,500. The board will also approve the May 20, 2026 meeting minutes and address public comment periods.

• Approval to purchase a 2005 Freightliner M2106 Crew Cab for $70,000, plus up to $5,000 shipping and $25,000 paint/remount
• Approval to purchase a 2023 CAT 299D3XE Land Management Compact Track Loader, total cost up to $182,500 including delivery and masticator head
• Approval of the May 20, 2026 Board of Fire Commissioners meeting minutes
• Public comment periods at the beginning, end, and during specific agenda items

Elko TV District

The Elko Television District Board will meet to review engineering reports and site updates. The board may take action on equipment replacements, lease amendments, and infrastructure improvements at several sites.

• Possible action on Grindstone generator replacement and moving the old generator to the Ruby Vista site
• Possible action on amendments to City of Elko Fire Department and Ruby Vista lease agreements
• Possible action on Grindstone icetray and dirt work
• Updates on Premier Wireless and Complete Management regarding Grindstone and Verizon Lamoille
• Engineering reports for Grindstone, Ruby Vista, and Peavy/Lamoille/Ryndon sites

Enhanced 911 Board

The Elko County Enhanced 911 Board will convene to discuss updates on the 5-year master plan, geographic information systems, and 911 infrastructure. The meeting will also include a financial update on vendor surcharge collections and the approval of draft minutes from a previous session.

• Review and possible update of the 5-Year Master Plan
• Update and report from local GIS
• Update and report from NGA 911
• Update on collection of surcharge fees from vendors
• Approval of draft minutes from May 7, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Elko County Board of Commissioners will discuss a proclamation honoring the 40th annual Mining Expo. Commissioners will vote on the Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool renewal for fiscal year 2027, with a premium of $1,068,527.81. The agenda also includes three right‑of‑way vacation applications for Thorp Way, First Street & C Street in Mountain City, and portions of Montrose Way and Antimony Street. Public comment will be taken at the start and end of the meeting.

• Proclamation No. 2026-06 recognizing the 40th Annual Mining Expo
• Approval of Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool FY2027 renewal premium of $1,068,527.81
• Right‑of‑Way Vacation Application ROWVAC26-001 to vacate part of Thorp Way (Warren and Diana Russell)
• Right‑of‑Way Vacation Application for half‑width of First Street & C Street in Mountain City (Gary Sampley)
• Right‑of‑Way Vacation Application for portions of Montrose Way and Antimony Street (Isaac Lievanos & Dave Roberson)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Elko County Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss grant applications for the next fiscal year. The board is considering the acceptance of a specific grant for volunteer fire department equipment and supplies.

• Possible action to accept a $97,460 Nevada Division of Forestry Volunteer Fire Capacity Grant for equipment, PPE, communications, and training
• Possible action to approve submitting federal, state, private, and mining-industry grant applications for the next fiscal year
• Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes

Elko TV District

The Elko Television District Board will discuss and possibly approve current and future capital projects. It will consider and vote on the final budget for fiscal year 2026‑2027. The board will also discuss a proposed Verizon lease and plan modifications on Grindstone and a possible agreement for a 20‑foot tower extension to raise the Grindstone tower to 120 feet at Verizon’s cost.

• Discussion, updates, and possible approval of current and future capital projects
• Discussion and approval of final budget for fiscal year 2026‑2027
• Discussion and possible approval of Verizon proposed lease and plan modifications on Grindstone
• Discussion and possible approval of agreement with Verizon for 20‑foot tower extension to bring the new Grindstone tower to 120 feet at Verizon’s cost

Planning Commission

The Elko County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three applications: a change in zoning for a property at 6923 E. Idaho Street from Light Industrial to Agricultural/Residential and Light Industrial; a final subdivision map for Schmidt’s Creek Subdivision Phase 2 creating 14 single-family residential lots; and a variance request for a side yard setback reduction at 1914 Janie Lane. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from April 16, 2026, and public comment periods.

• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2026 meeting
• Public hearing on change in zoning (COZ26-003) for 6923 E. Idaho Street from LI to AR and LI districts
• Public hearing on final subdivision map (SUBM26-001) for Schmidt's Creek Subdivision Phase 2 creating 14 single-family lots
• Public hearing on variance (VAR26-003) for side yard setback reduction from 20' to 10' at 1914 Janie Lane
• Applicant for subdivision is HQ5, LLC; applicant for variance is Raymond Schroeder

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider approving the final budget for the Elko County Fire Protection District for fiscal year 2026/2027. The commission will also discuss and possibly adopt two resolutions establishing special revenue funds: the Fire Operations Reimbursement Fund and the Fire Equipment and Capital Reimbursement Fund, which would track and reinvest incident-response reimbursements and grants.

• Public hearing on approval of the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 for the Elko County Fire Protection District
• Resolution No. 2026-01FD: creation of Elko County Fire Operations Reimbursement Fund for incident-response revenues
• Resolution No. 2026-02FD: creation of Elko County Fire Equipment and Capital Reimbursement Fund for reimbursable incident response and capital needs

The Elko County Board of Fire Commissioners unanimously approved the final budget for Fiscal Year 2026‑2027. They also unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2026‑01FD to create a Fire Operations Reimbursement Fund and Resolution No. 2026‑02FD to create a Fire Equipment and Capital Reimbursement Fund. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved FY 2026‑27 fire district final budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026‑01FD establishing Fire Operations Reimbursement Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026‑02FD establishing Fire Equipment and Capital Reimbursement Fund (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Elko County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to approve the final budgets for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 for the county and the unincorporated towns of Jackpot, Montello, Mountain City, Jarbidge, as well as the Tuscarora Water District and Starr Valley Cemetery District. The meeting also includes discussion of a proclamation designating May 17‑23, 2026 as Emergency Medical Services Week, a sheriff's office application for a $22,000 traffic‑safety grant, and a memorandum of understanding with the University of Nevada‑Reno for a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant project.

• Public hearing to approve FY 2026/2027 final budgets for Elko County, Jackpot, Montello, Mountain City, Jarbidge, Tuscarora Water District, and Starr Valley Cemetery District
• Proclamation No. 2026-05 designating May 17‑23, 2026 as Emergency Medical Services Week
• Sheriff's Office application for a $22,000 Nevada Department of Public Safety traffic safety grant (25% match required)
• Memorandum of Understanding with University of Nevada‑Reno for the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant (20% federal match in‑kind)
• Letter of support for Patriot Critical Minerals’ MEGA Tungsten Project in Northeastern Nevada

Natural Resources Management Advisory Commission

The Natural Resources Management Advisory Commission will hear updates from the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management (non-action) and discuss progress on the Elko County Water Plan and Open Space Plan updates, which may lead to action. Commissioners will also review and consider protesting recent applications to the Nevada State Engineer (action item) and set the date for their next meeting.

• Update on Elko County Water Plan and Open Space Plan (FOR POSSIBLE ACTION)
• Discussion of Nevada State Engineer applications and possible protests (FOR POSSIBLE ACTION)
• Activity updates from U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management (NON-ACTION)
• Approval of minutes from the March 30, 2026 meeting (FOR POSSIBLE ACTION)
• Consideration of meeting schedule for the next regular meeting

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet to discuss regional response teams, training exercises, and grant statuses. The body may take action on the reapproval of committee bylaws and updates to state emergency submissions.

• Possible reapproval of the Elko County Local Emergency Planning Committee Bylaws
• Review and possible action on SERC submissions including HazMat Response Plan, Membership List, and Tier II Facilities
• Discussion and possible action on the 2027 Nevada Legislative Session updates regarding SB137
• Review of current grant status and authorization to seek approval for SERC coordinated grants
• Discussion of training and drills including Basic Academy, ICS 300/400, GBC Annual Exercise, and ORMAT Exercise

Elko TV District

The Elko Television District Board meets to discuss and possibly approve several policies, including investment, accounts receivable, and staff authorization for construction projects. Key action items include a Verizon lease and plan modification on Grindstone with a 20-foot tower extension, an agreement with Nevada Seismological Laboratory for fire watch cameras, and updates to multiple service contracts.

• Discussion and possible approval of Verizon proposed lease and plan modifications on Grindstone, plus a 20-foot tower extension to 120 feet at Verizon's cost
• Discussion and possible approval of agreement with Nevada Seismological Laboratory to install fire watch cameras on Peavey, Grindstone, and other sites
• Discussion and possible approval of investment policy, accounts receivable policy, and a policy authorizing staff to complete budgeted construction projects
• Discussion and possible approval of updates to contracts with Albino Ortega, City of Elko Fire Department, Elko County Fire Protection, Nevada Gold Mines, and others
• Discussion and possible action regarding hiring for various future capital projects

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will discuss and consider donation requests from outside agencies and non-profits for recommendation to the Board of Commissioners for inclusion in the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. They will also review personnel requests, services and supplies, and capital requests to formulate a budget recommendation. No specific dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of donation requests from outside agencies and non-profits for FY2027 budget
• Review of new positions and position reclassifications
• Review of departmental requests for services and supplies
• Review and prioritization of capital improvement and equipment requests

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold two appeal hearings on decisions by the Elko County Planning Commission. The first is an appeal of a temporary conditional use permit for an 11-unit mobile home park at 3514 Wright Road in Ruby Valley. The second involves a proposed recreational lodge and up to five chair lifts on a 2,296-acre parcel in an Open Space District near Ruby Mountain Ranch. The board may sustain, modify, or reverse the Planning Commission's approvals.

• Appeal hearing for a 5-year temporary conditional use permit for a mobile home park (11 units) in a C2 district at 3514 Wright Road, Ruby Valley
• Appeal hearing for a conditional use permit for a recreational lodge and up to 5 chair lifts on a 2,296-acre parcel in an Open Space District
• Appellants include Desiree Belding et al. for the mobile home park appeal
• Appellants for the lodge/lift appeal include Elko Band Council, Heather Bair, and others
• Applicant for the mobile home park is Sun Silver Resources, LLC; applicant for the lodge is Modern Land and Development, LLC

Enhanced 911 Board

The Elko County Enhanced 911 Board will meet to discuss updating the 5-year master plan, transitioning dispatch software in West Wendover, and purchasing equipment for the Elko TV District. The meeting will also include a financial update and a review of the next meeting calendar.

• Discussion on Motorola CAD server and fund obligation
• Approval to purchase and equip a Radio/Communications Technician Support Vehicle
• Consideration of Total Response software for West Wendover dispatch
• Review and possible update of the 5-Year Master Plan
• Approval of April 9, 2026 meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the Five-Year Master Plan update, adding language on a backup dispatch center and noting server upgrade costs of $400‑$500 K with annual costs of $100‑$200 K. It also approved pending funding for the Motorola CAD server, an $85,000 request for a radio/communications technician support vehicle, and the transition to Total Response software for West Wendover. The next meeting was set for June 4, 2026.

• Approved Five-Year Master Plan update (unanimous)
• Approved CAD server request pending availability of funds (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding $85,000 request for radio/communications technician support vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved transition to Total Response software for West Wendover (unanimous)
• Approved June 4, 2026 as next meeting date (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda minutes (unanimous)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Elko County Board of Fire Commissioners will discuss and possibly approve several policies, including a cooperative agreement with the Nevada Department of Transportation to use part of the North Fork Maintenance Station for fire response at a cost of $100 per year. They will also consider pay practice standardization for unrepresented employees, a policy for seasonal and on‑call firefighters, updated equipment rate guides, and acceptance of federal excess equipment.

• Approve NDOT cooperative agreement – $100 annually, 10‑year term with automatic 5‑year renewals
• Adopt pay practices policy for unrepresented employees – no fiscal impact
• Adopt emergency and on‑call firefighters pay policy – no fiscal impact
• Approve FY 2026 Equipment Rate Guide – includes 70% rate for Federal Excess Personal Property
• Accept federal excess equipment from Nevada Division of Forestry – includes five heavy‑duty vehicles and generators

The Board approved a cooperative agreement with NDOT for a $100‑per‑year use of the North Fork Maintenance Station. It also adopted new pay policies for unrepresented employees and for seasonal, emergency, on‑call, and support firefighters, each with no fiscal impact. The FY2026 Equipment Rate Guide and a plan to accept federal excess equipment—including vehicles, generators and a tractor—were approved. No action was taken on the proposed Special Revenue Fund resolution.

• Approved NDOT cooperative agreement ($100 annually, 10‑year term, unanimous)
• Approved pay practices policy for unrepresented employees (unanimous)
• Approved emergency and on‑call firefighters pay policy (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 Equipment Rate Guide with 70% FEPP rate (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of federal excess equipment (5 vehicles, generators, tractor) (unanimous)
• No action taken on Special Revenue Fund resolution (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The board will hold public hearings and second readings on two ordinances: one to repeal the Elko County Weed Control and Pest Abatement District, and another to increase election worker pay. Other agenda items include a postponed right-of-way vacation, a roadway dedication, alternate compliance requests, and a development agreement for street improvements. The meeting also covers routine consent items and public comment.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2026-01 to repeal Weed Control and Pest Abatement District
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2026-02 to increase election worker compensation
• Postponed to June 3: Right-of-Way Vacation of Thorp Way (APN 007-08F-003)
• Development Agreement with Shad and Kayla Linn for street design and access restrictions on Lawndale Drive (APN 006-300-055)
• Alternate compliance requests for private access easements in Spring Creek and Clover Valley

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will discuss and recommend donations, personnel, services, supplies, and capital requests for the Fiscal Year 2027 Elko County budget. It will also review the Fire Protection District budget. These recommendations go to the Board of Commissioners and Fire Commissioners for final approval.

• Evaluation of donation requests from outside agencies for FY2027 budget
• Review of personnel requests including new positions and reclassifications
• Consideration of services and supplies budget increases
• Prioritization of capital improvement and equipment requests
• Review of Fire Protection District FY2027 budget

Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife

The Elko County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife will review and possibly approve several items, including the draft Fiscal Year 2027 Predation Management Plan and multiple commission policy readings. It will also consider a petition to change the compound bow let‑off limit and hold workshops on disability permits and wildlife salvage permits. Public comment will be taken on each action item before any decisions are made.

• Approval of minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting
• First reading of Commission Policy 24 – Hunting Opportunities Among Weapons and Hunter Groups
• Second reading and possible adoption of Commission Policies 1, 4, and 51
• Discussion and possible approval of the Draft Fiscal Year 2027 Predation Management Plan
• Petition by Mr. Henry Evans to remove the compound bow let‑off limit