Outdoor recreation visitor center to be built in Carson City as part of secured federal money
Carson City will be receiving a chunk of $3.7 million in federal money to construct an outdoor recreation visitor center, Nevada U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen said Tuesday.
In a news release from the senators, the Nevada Department of Tourism will receive $3.7 million to construct outdoor recreation visitors centers in Carson City and Boulder City to enhance adventure tourism throughout the state.
The announcement is part of $5.6 million in Economic Development Administration funding secured to support Nevada’s tourism and outdoor recreation industry.
"I’ve always stood up for Nevada’s thriving outdoor recreation economy, which brings hundreds of thousands of tourists to the state each year,” said Sen. Cortez Masto. “I passed legislation to direct economic development funds to tourism projects, and I’m thrilled to deliver these meaningful investments to Nevada.”
There's been no word yet as to when and where the recreation center will be built.
“Tourism is the backbone of our economy here in Nevada,” said Sen. Rosen. “Thanks to the American Rescue Plan that I helped pass, I’m proud to announce our state will receive millions in grant funding to boost the tourism and outdoor recreation sectors, create new opportunities for local businesses to thrive, and support sustainable economic growth.”
As a state with over 80 percent public land, outdoor activities will always be a primary tourism asset that requires management through infrastructure,” said Brenda Scolari, Director, Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs.
“The Adventure Centers will serve as regional activity hubs that will provide outdoor enthusiasts with safety and conservation best practices information and connection to vetted local tour guides and outfitters. The Travel Nevada team thanks the EDA for this funding opportunity and their recognition of the impact these facilities will have," Scolari said. "We also greatly appreciate the steadfast support of Nevada’s U.S. Senators, who understand the importance of tourism in regional economies. Together, we’ll make Nevada a top destination for outdoor adventure.”
The grant funding will be distributed as follows:
$3.7 million to Nevada Department of Tourism to construct outdoor recreational visitor facilities in Carson City and Boulder City to enhance adventure tourism in the state and bolster the success of associated businesses.
$1.9 million to support the growth of Boulder City’s tourism infrastructure, including through the installation of light-pollution reducing fixtures to improve night sky viewing.