Mineral County, NV
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Topics found in recent meetings
- Planning & zoning
- Contracts & procurement
- Budget & taxes
- Resolutions & ordinances
- Permits & licensing
- Water & utilities
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Municipal budget
Total revenue$36.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$30.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$6.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$5.4M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$6,565 (FY2023)
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 9:00 AM
MC Board of County Commissioners
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Board of
MINERAL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
TONY RUSE, Chairman
Telephone: 775-945-2446
GOVERNING BOARD FOR THE TOWNS OF
ANDREW TOWNSEND, Vice-Chairman
PO Box 1450
HAWTHORNE, WALKER LAKE, LUNING,
LARRY GRANT, Member
Hawthorne, NV 89415
AND MINA
TERESA MCNALLY, Clerk of the Board
mcnv.agenda@mineralcountynv.org
LIQUOR BOARD AND GAMING BOARD
COUNTY HIGHWAY COMMISSION
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
August 26, 2026
Agenda for the Meeting of the Board of Mineral County Commissioners, the Town Governing Boards
for the Towns of Hawthorne, Luning, Mina, and Walker Lake, County Liquor Board, County Gaming
Board, County Highway Commission, County Health Board, County Licensing Board, and the Licensing
and Control Board for Houses of Prostitution.
PLACE OF MEETING:County Commissioner’s Meeting Room, Mineral County Courthouse, First and
“A” Street, Hawthorne, Nevada.
DATE AND TIME OF MEETING: Wednesday, September 2, 2026, commencing at 9:00 am. If a
midday recess is necessary, the meeting will reconvene after the recess to complete the day’s agenda.
If the Board is unable to finish the day's items, it will reconvene on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at
9:00 am.
NOTIFICATIONS: (1) Unless otherwise stated or scheduled for a specific time, items may be taken out
of the order listed. (2) The Board may combine any two or more items for consideration and/or action.
(3) The Board may remove any item or delay discussion relating to any item at any time. (4) …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 6:30 PM
MC Regional Planning Commission
No specific agenda items listed; page contains only general commission info and fraud alert.
The provided text is a general informational page for the Mineral County Planning Commission, not a specific meeting agenda. It describes the commission's advisory role in land use and planning and includes a fraud alert warning residents that the commission will never request wire transfers for fees. No specific decisions, hearings, or projects for the 2026-09-02 meeting are detailed in the source.
- Fraud alert: Commission will never request wire transfer payments for special use permits or fees.
- Commission serves in an advisory capacity with final decision authority resting with the Board of Commissioners.
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Contact Us
Mark Nixon
Chairman
(775) 312-0069
planningcomm@mineralcountynv.org
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What is a Planning Commission?:
A Planning Commission is an appointed advisory board that makes recommendations to County Commissioners on matters related to land use, development, and long-range planning. Commission members are typically residents of the county who volunteer to serve their time on the board.
Key Functions of a County Planning Commission:
Land Use Planning : Reviews and recommends policies for how land should be used throughout the county, balancing residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and public space needs.
Development Review : Evaluates proposed development projects to ensure compliance with county regulations and compatibility with the community's vision.
Zoning Recommendations : Makes recommendations on zoning changes, variances, and special use permits.
Comprehensive Planning : Develops and updates the county's comprehensive or master plan—a long-range vision document that guides future growth and development.
Public Hearings : Conducts public hearings to gather community input on development proposals and planning issue …
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Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 9:00 AM
MC Board of County Commissioners
County to consider moratorium on data center facilities
The Mineral County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to establish a moratorium on data center facilities, along with several land-use permits and contracts. The board will also review financial reports, approve minutes, and hold closed sessions on litigation and labor negotiations. Several items involve conditional and special use permits for mining and property use.
- Resolution to establish a moratorium on data center facilities
- Conditional Use Permit for Michael and Sue Banks at 875 H Street, Hawthorne, APN 001-082-23
- Special Use Permit for Lahontan Gold (US) Corp. for exploration drilling at Santa Fe mine site, mile marker 8, Nevada State Highway 361, APN 009-170-07
- Special Use Permit for Sunvest Corp. for mineral exploration in Garfield Hills, Section 5 & 8, Township 7 North, Range 32 East
- Commercial lease agreement between Mineral County and the Boys & Girls Club of Mason Valley
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Board of
MINERAL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
TONY RUSE, Chairman
Telephone: 775-945-2446
GOVERNING BOARD FOR THE TOWNS OF
ANDREW TOWNSEND , Vice Chairman
Fax: 775-945-0706
HAWTHORNE, WALKER LAKE, LUNING
LARRY GRANT, Member
PO Box 1450
AND MINA
TERESA MCNALLY, Clerk of the Board
Hawthorne, NV 89415
mcnv.agenda@mineralcountynv.org
LIQUOR BOARD AND GAMING BOARD
COUNTY HIGHWAY COMMISSION
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
August 12, 2026
Amended Agenda
Agenda for the Meeting of the Board of Mineral County Commissioners, the Town Governing Boards
for the Towns of Hawthorne, Luning, Mina and Walker Lake, County Liquor Board, County Gaming
Board, County Highway Commission, County Health Board, County Licensing Board, and the Licensing
and Control Board for Houses of Prostitution.
PLACE OF MEETING:County Commissioner’s Meeting Room, Mineral County Courthouse, First and
“A” Street, Hawthorne, Nevada.
DATE AND TIME OF MEETING: Wednesday, August 19, 2026. commencing at 9:00 AM. If a mid-
day recess is necessary the meeting will reconvene following the recess for completion of the day’s
agenda. If the Board is unable to finish the days items, they will reconvene Thursday August 20, 2026,
commencing at 9:00 AM.
NOTIFICATIONS: (1) Unless otherwise stated or scheduled for a specific time, items may be taken out
of the order listed. (2) The Board may combine any two or more items for consideration and/or action.
(3) The Board may remove any item or dela …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Mineral County Library Board of Trustees
Mineral County Library Board of Trustees meeting on August 13, 2026
The Board will review the Director's report regarding monthly statistics and recent commissioner meetings. The agenda includes a possible action to approve minutes from the July 9, 2026 meeting.
- Approval of July 9, 2026 meeting minutes
- Director's report on budget, circulation, and Loftin Account
- Report on August 5 commissioners' meeting
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AGENDA
Mineral County Library Board of Trustees
A public meeting of the Mineral County Library Board of Trustees will be held on
August 13, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
in the meeting room of the Mineral County Public Library in Hawthorne, Nevada.
Reasonable efforts will be made to assist and accommodate physically handicapped persons desiring
to attend the meeting. Please call the library at 775-945-2778 in advance so that arrangements may be
made. Public comment may be limited to ten minutes per person. Items may be taken out of the
order presented on the agenda at the discretion of the Chairperson.
4:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER
Establishment of a quorum
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS AND DISCUSSION
The Chair may also recognize public comment at any time
POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Approval of minutes from the July 9, 2026 meeting
DISCUSSION ITEM: DIRECTOR’S REPORT
• Monthly statistics (Budget, Circulation, Loftin Account)
• Report on commissioners’ 8/5 meeting
• August activities & calendar
PUBLIC COMMENT: The public is invited to comment on any matter not included on the
agenda as an action item
POSSIBLE ACTION ITEM: Adjournment
No action may be taken on matters considered during public input until specifically included on an
agenda as an action item.
This notice has been posted in the following locations: Date Time By
- Mineral County Library, 110 1st Street, Hawthorne, NV 89415 ____ ____ ___
- Mineral County Courthouse, 105 A Street, Haw …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 9:00 AM
MC Board of County Commissioners
Mineral County Commissioners to decide on grants, contracts, and permits
The Mineral County Board of Commissioners and associated boards will meet to review and act on financial reports, grant applications, contracts, and land-use permits. The agenda includes approvals for new funds, purchases, and special use permits, as well as public comments on these items.
- Review and possible action on new Mineral County Budget fund: Constable Garnishment Fund
- Open and accept bid for solar light posts installation at OHV Staging Area
- Purchase of a dump truck, not to exceed $180,000, from Landfill, HTH Water and Sewer Cap Restricted Funds
- Approval of a 5% merit increase for Courtney Oberhansli, Library Director
- Discussion and possible action to approve a continuing Special Use Permit for Best in the Desert Race Association
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MINERAL CO
TONY RUSE, Chairman
ANDREW TOWNSEND, Vice-Chairman
MISSIONERS
GOVERNING BOARD FOR THE TOWNS OF
HAWTHORNE, WALKER LAKE, LUNING,
LARRY GRANT, Member AND MINA
TERESA MCNALLY, Clerk of the Board LIQUOR BOARD AND GAMING BOARD
COUNTY HIGHWAY COMMISSION
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
duly 29, 2026
Agenda for the Meeting of the Board of Mineral County Commissioners, the Town Governing Boards
for the Towns of Hawthorne, Luning, Mina, and Walker Lake, County Liquor Board, County Gaming
Board, County Highway Commission, County Health Board, County Licensing Board, and the Licensing
and Control Board for Houses of Prostitution.
PLACE OF MEETING:County Commissioner's Meeting Room, Mineral County Courthouse, First and
“A’ Street, Hawthorne, Nevada.
DATE AND TIME OF MEETING: Wednesday, August 5, 2026, commencing at 9:00 am. If a midday
recess is necessary, the meeting will reconvene after the recess to complete the day’s agenda. If the
Board is unable to finish the day's items, it will reconvene on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 9:00 am.
NOTIFICATIONS: (1) Unless otherwise stated or scheduled for a specific time, items may be taken out
of the order listed. (2) The Board may combine any two or more items for consideration and/or action.
(3) The Board may remove any item or delay discussion relating to any item at any time. (4) The Board
may take action on any item scheduled for review or consideration immediately following such review or
consideration. (5) Comments fro …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 6:30 PM
MC Regional Planning Commission
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 9:00 AM
MC Board of County Commissioners
Mineral County approves $7,500 to Mason Valley Conservation District
The Mineral County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $7,500 disbursement to the Mason Valley Conservation District, updating employee cost-of-living increases, and authorizing the purchase of a compact track loader for the Hawthorne Water & Sewer Department. The meeting will also include discussions on labor contracts and a resolution to transfer the county's private activity bond volume cap.
- Approval of $7,500 disbursement to Mason Valley Conservation District
- Update to employee cost-of-living increases effective June 22, 2026
- Purchase of a Compact Track Loader for Hawthorne Water & Sewer
- Resolution to transfer $311,025.08 bond volume cap to Nevada Rural Housing Authority
- Discussion on labor/bargaining unit contracts and grievances
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Board of
MINERAL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
TONY RUSE, Chairman Telephone: 775-945-2446 GOVERNING BOARD FOR THE TOWNS OF
ANDREW TOWNSEND, Vice Chairman Fax: 775-945-0706 HAWTHORNE, WALKER LAKE, LUNING
LARRY GRANT, Member PO Box 1450 AND MINA
TERESA MCNALLY, Clerk of the Board Hawthorne, NV 89415
mcnv.agenda@mineralcountynv.org
LIQUOR BOARD AND GAMING BOARD
COUNTY HIGHWAY COMMISSION
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
July 9, 2026
Amended Agenda
Agenda for the Meeting of the Board of Mineral County Commissioners, the Town Governing Boards
for the Towns of Hawthorne, Luning, Mina and Walker Lake, County Liquor Board, County Gaming
Board, County Highway Commission, County Health Board, County Licensing Board, and the Licensing
and Control Board for Houses of Prostitution.
PLACE OF MEETING:County Commissioner’s Meeting Room, Mineral County Courthouse, First and
“A” Street, Hawthorne, Nevada.
DATE AND TIME OF MEETING: Wednesday, July 15, 2026. commencing at 9:00 AM. If a mid-day
recess is necessary the meeting will reconvene following the recess for completion of the day’s agenda.
If the Board is unable to finish the days items, they will reconvene Thursday July 16, 2026,
commencing at 9:00 AM.
NOTIFICATIONS: (1) Unless otherwise stated or scheduled for a specific time, items may be taken out
of the order listed. (2) The Board may combine any two or more items for consideration and/or action.
(3) The Board may remove any item or delay discussion rel …
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🌐 County-level context (Mineral County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Business establishments58 (647 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,320/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy21.7% (low numeracy 34% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$36.0M
Annual budget
$5.4M
Debt outstanding
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$36.0M
Spending$30.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$5.4M
Debt-to-revenue0.15×
Debt-load index39 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.