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Carson City now accepting Letters of Intent for Community Development Block Grant Projects

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 17 May 2024 20:54:09 +0000

Carson City is now accepting Letters of Intent for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects taking place July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025.

The City is specifically seeking projects correlating with the City’s FY 2023-2028 Consolidated Plan, approved on August 3, 2023.

Funding requests need to be a minimum of $10,000, and the project must benefit 51% or more low- to moderate- income persons.

Eligible projects include:

Construction of ADA compliant sidewalks
Improving access to public facilities
Providing supportive services for low- to moderate- income households
Reducing blight in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods and/or code enforcement
Providing mental health and/or substance abuse services

Carson City is an entitlement grantee, receiving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds directly from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). HUD awarded Carson City $353,923 to fund city departmental and nonprofit projects that meet one or more of the three national objectives: providing benefit to low-income households or persons, elimination of slums and blight, or meeting urgent community development need.

For more information about CDBG, grant requirements, and Letter of Intent, visit Carson City’s website at https://www.carson.org/government/departments-a-f/finance/grant-funding/....

Letters should be submitted by May 31, 2024, to:

Rebecca Phipps, Grants Administrator

Carson City Department of Finance

201 N. Carson Street

Carson City, NV 89701-4289

rphipps@carson.org

For additional information regarding the Community Development Block Grant please contact Rebecca Phipps or visit the Grant Funding page at carson.org/finance.

Man sentenced to 8-20 years for sexual assault in Douglas County seven years after fleeing the country

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 17 May 2024 18:44:59 +0000

Douglas County Press Release

Ricardo Serrano Perez was sentenced to 20 years in the Nevada Department of Corrections with minimum parole eligibility of 8 years. Perez was sentenced pursuant to a guilty plea agreement whereby the parties stipulated to the maximum sentence.

Perez had been extradited to Douglas County on October 9, 2023, after having been arrested in Mexico. Perez was arrested in Mexico on May 17, 2023, after extensive efforts by the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office to bring Perez to justice here in Douglas County, Nevada. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office tirelessly investigated the whereabouts of Perez after he fled the country when the sexual assault was reported. The Douglas County District Attorney’s Office worked in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Justice to extradite Perez from Mexico.

During the sentencing on May 14, 2024, Perez admitted he “lost [his] mind.” The District Attorney’s Office presented the impact to the victim and noted that the victim has had to wait for this day for more than seven years because Perez fled the country. The victim has had to rise above the impact of this crime, and was left abandoned by her family after Perez’ conduct. Upon any release from prison, Perez will be subject to lifetime supervision and registration as a sex offender.

A presentence investigation was conducted by the Division of Parole and Probation in preparation for the sentencing of Perez, and the Division found that according to the Department of Homeland Security (OHS), United States Immigration and Customs, records indicate that Perez has an outstanding warrant of removal pending with LC.E.

The Douglas County District Attorney’s Office commends its law enforcement partners in their efforts to bring Perez to justice and end this chapter for the victim.

Carson High Show and Shine raises money for Speech and Debate Team May 25

Fri, 17 May 2024 17:00:16 +0000

Patrick Mobley

Carson High Speech and Debate will be hosting the inaugural Carson High Show and Shine car show Saturday May 25th in the north parking lot of CHS from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Anyone with a classic or cool car can enter their vehicle in the event for $25.

Awards will be given for the top 10 entrees. See the attached flyer or you can register day of. Anyone can come check out the cars free of charge.

There will be raffle prizes, face painting for the kids, and food trucks on site.

This event is to raise money for the Carson High Speech and debate team which qualified a record 10 students to compete in the National Tournament in June.

If you have any questions please contact Patrick Mobley at pmobley@carson.k12.nv.us

For more information watch the YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/bUhjLfuzmIg?feature=shared

Frances Humphrey Lecture May 23 highlights Historic Virginia & Truckee Trail at the Nevada State Museum

Fri, 17 May 2024 13:51:35 +0000

The Nevada State Museum

Donna Inversin, President of The Historic Virginia & Truckee Trail, will speak on the nonprofit's effort to find those remaining sections of old rail bed routes and stitch them together to build a multi-use path of between 60 and 80 miles that will be an echo of the Virginia & Truckee Railroad for the benefit and enjoyment of the citizens and visitors of Northern Nevada.

The talk encompasses The Historic Virginia & Truckee Trail’s history, dream, progress and future. This lecture will be presented in person.

Admission is $10 for adults, members and children ages 17 and under are free.

The Nevada State Museum is located at 600 N. Carson Street in Carson City.

Carson City Sheriff's Office seeks identity of suspect involved in series of vehicle burglaries

Jeff Munson — Fri, 17 May 2024 00:18:42 +0000

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is seeking information from the public to identify a suspect in a vehicle burglary investigation.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is investigating a series of vehicle burglaries that occurred in the early morning hours of May 12, 2024 in the areas of Imperial Way, Gardengate Way and Applegate Way in Carson City. The suspect targeted unlocked vehicles. The suspect was wearing a dark colored hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office recommends that you do not leave valuables in vehicles and to lock the vehicle.

See the video below and scroll through the photos above from various surveillance cameras that show the suspect.

Anyone with information, please contact the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Investigation Division, Detective Sam Hatley (775)283-7852, Dispatch (775) 887-2007 or Secret Witness at (775) 322-4900. Refer to case number 2024-2935.

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space unveils Trails Challenge

Thu, 16 May 2024 22:56:56 +0000

By Erin Larsen

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is introducing the capital city's first Trails Challenge in hopes of turning it into an annual outdoor adventure.

Created to encourage the exploration of Carson City's many trails and open spaces, the Challenge is completely free to join and open to all. Whether you hike, bike, run, walk, or even paddle, the Challenge is intended to get Carson City residents outdoors and on their local trails.

Sign up today, receive a Trails Challenge sticker and Guidebook, start your Challenge June 1st 2024, complete 5 hikes off of our Trails List, log your hikes, and submit to us before December 2024 to be entered into a prize raffle! Prizes include golf for four at Eagle Valley Golf Course, Golf for one at various Duncan Golf Courses, a MAC/Pool Annual pass, and more to be announced!

Special thanks to Visit Carson City, Patagonia, Duncan Golf Management, and Eagle Valley Golf Course for helping make this program possible! Sign up today by clicking here.

Signups underway for Carson Water Subconservancy District 'Get on the Bus' watershed tour

Thu, 16 May 2024 22:40:32 +0000

By Brenda Hunt, CWSD Watershed Program Manager

Carson Water Subconservancy District will host its two-day “Get on the Bus!” tour of the Carson River Watershed June 11-12 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Expert guides will cover topics ranging from water rights, river-restoration projects, and water quality and quantity to floodplain management, regenerative agriculture, and more.

The 55-passenger luxury bus will depart from the CWSD office each morning.

“The ‘Get on the Bus!’ tour of the Carson River Watershed is a great way to get to know our watershed from top to bottom in two days,” said Brenda Hunt, CWSD Watershed Program Manager. “This survey course highlights the amazing partnerships and work being accomplished to enhance our water resources and the health of the watershed.”

Stops include Hope Valley meadow restorations in Alpine County, Calif. Carson Valley’s Comstock Farm and Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park; Ft. Churchill State Park; and Lahontan Reservoir. Videos and onboard presentations will keep travelers informed between stops.

The cost is $175. The tour provides lunch as well as the chance for engineers, planners, water operators and floodplain managers to earn continuing education credits.

“The Carson River is a lifeline connecting our communities,” said Hunt. “Please join us on this two-day educational adventure.”

Visit the CWSD website to register and for program updates.

Saturday 'Stuff the Cop Car' event with Lyon Sheriff’s Office benefits food pantries

Thu, 16 May 2024 22:20:18 +0000

By Quest Lakes

A “Stuff the Cop Car With Food” event will be held at Smith’s Food Food and Drug parking lot in Dayton on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10am until 3pm.

Traci Roth of Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties (HCC) explained that, “The pantry volunteers are eager to make this a great summer for pantry guests. We’re grateful for their help, and for the generosity of Smith’s, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Department, and residents of the Dayton area. Together, they make this event successful every time.”

What Does the Pantry Do? Residents of the Dayton area work with the nonprofit Healthy Communities Coalition in volunteer service to keep the pantry going strong. Volunteers range from young children to elders, and come from all walks of life, united by the belief that no one should go hungry.

From the Dayton Food Pantry at 209 Dayton Valley Road, emergency food boxes are provided on Tuesdays from 10am-6pm, and on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10am -4pm. In addition, the Pantry is open on the second Saturday of each month from 9am – 1pm. Seniors age 60+ are invited to visit the Pantry on Tuesdays from 7am -10am.

Through grants, USDA, and the generous donations of businesses, groups, and individuals in the region, the Pantry is able to help locals of all ages avoid hunger. The Pantry also receives food through Food Bank of Northern Nevada.

Please call 775-246-7834 for more information about the Pantry, or see healthycomm.org.

Carson City woman allegedly stole credit card from stroke patient, racked up $5,400 in purchases

Jeff Munson — Thu, 16 May 2024 21:06:35 +0000

A 63-year-old housekeeper was arrested Thursday for 14 counts of credit card fraud and other offenses after allegedly stealing a credit card belonging to an 86-year-old patient who family members said was being treated for a stroke at a local care facility, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office detective.

Janet Johnson was taken into custody at 9 a.m. Thursday following an investigation, where it was learned she allegedly made 35 unauthorized transactions beginning April 4 until May 9 amounting to approximately $5,400. She was booked for 14 counts suspicion of using a credit card without consent, possession of a credit card without consent, petit larceny and possession of a prescription drug without a prescription.

According to CCSO Detective Sam Hatley and outlined in a booking report, the sheriff's office was contacted by the 86-year-old woman's family after they discovered numerous unauthorized credit card transactions while she had been a patient at Ormsby Post Acute Rehab in Carson City. Family members informed the detective that their 86-year-old mother was being treated for a stroke at the facility.

In March the woman was admitted to the care facility following release from the hospital after suffering a stroke. When she was released from the care facility, the family members discovered the woman's wallet was missing from her purse. The wallet contained her credit card. An inventory, when admitted to the care facility, listed a purse and wallet as possessions, the report states.

Family members reviewed the woman's credit card statement and discovered 25 transactions were at various Carson City area businesses from beginning April 4 for $2,874.38. Five transactions were at Carson City Walmart on Market Street. Detective Hatley provided Walmart Asset Protection with the transaction details.

Walmart Asset Protection then located 10 additional transactions involving the woman's credit card from April 4 to May 9. One of the transactions was at the Walmart on Topsy Lane in Douglas County. The transaction total amount for Walmart was $2,527.46.

Walmart Asset Protection provided a photograph of the same woman, suspect Johnson, who made all the transactions with the 86-year-old woman's credit card. Detective Hatley forwarded the photograph to the manager of Ormsby Acute Rehab who identified the female suspect as Janet Johnson, a housekeeper at the facility.

On Thursday, May 16, Detective Hatley met with Janet Johnson at the facility. She denied involvement in the theft of the wallet and credit card use. Detective Hatley showed her a photograph of her at Walmart. She identified herself in the photograph but still denied involvement. Hatley showed her more photographs of herself. She then admitted to the theft, the report states.

Johnson was read her Miranda warning and after stating that she didn't want to talk she made spontaneous statements about her involvement, saying she was in financial trouble and so she took the card and used it at multiple locations in Carson City. She said she tore the card up when she learned of the investigation on May 11. She admitted to taking the credit card from the hospital bag while the 86-year-old patient was asleep, according to the booking report.

Johnson was arrested for 14 counts of use of a credit card without the owner's consent, possession of a credit card without the owner's consent and petit larceny. She was taken to jail where she was booked. During the intake process her purse was searched where seven prescription only pills of Promethazine were found. She stated she did not have a prescription for the medication and had obtained the pills from someone at her work. She was additionally charged with gross misdemeanor possession of a dangerous drug without a prescription. Total bail amount listed: $13,632.

All information for the crime log (unless otherwise noted) comes from arrest reports supplied by the Carson City Sheriff's Office, and is considered by law to be public information. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The policy of Carson Now is to name anyone who is arrested for a felony offense.

Comstock Foundation hosts blacksmithing class Saturday at Donovan Mill

Thu, 16 May 2024 19:07:54 +0000

Have you ever wanted to learn the old art of Blacksmithing? Early smiths made wagon parts, handmade tools, shaped ornamental pieces, horseshoes, hinges and just about anything to having to do with working metal into a desired shape or purpose.

Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Donovan Mill in Silver City is an introductory class on how to build, light and maintain a coal forge fire with a hand cranked blower, proper hammering techniques, drawing, pointing, twisting, punching and how to work hot steel over a coal forge. Students will take home the basic knowledge of forging and their own handmade forged decorative article.

Contact Russ Wright for application or email: travelnman65@gmail.com.