Supervisors
Carson City Supervisors to discuss rifle range, emergency housing grants, new subdivisions and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 8:17amThe next Carson City Board of Supervisor’s meeting will take place Thursday, Jan. 21 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room in the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
Up for discussion includes improvements to the Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range, Grants for emergency housing, the proposed Little Lane Village subdivision and more.
Carson City Supervisors seek to fill Historic Commission, Cultural and Tourism Authority seats
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/18/2021 - 7:30pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from residents interested in serving on the Historic Resources Commission. There's also one position open on the Carson City Cultural and Tourism Authority.
Carson City accepting applications for health officer position
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 11:09amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is accepting applications from individuals who are licensed to practice medicine in Nevada, for the consideration and possible appointment to fill the Carson City Health Officer position which serves as the Executive Officer of the Carson City Board of Health, and acts as chairman of the Carson City Board of Health.
Notice of Public Discussion of possible Carson City grant applications
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/08/2021 - 10:56amNotice is hereby given that Carson City will conduct a public meeting and information session on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. (All meetings will be online, please see directions below), in order review the application process for the COIVD-19, CDBG-CV, II & III, State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) Program and to solicit citizen input on possible activities to be included in the application.
Carson City Board of Supervisors extend business license grace period, allocate non-profit funding
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 1:47pmThe newly elected Board of Supervisors, including Mayor Lori Bagwell, Supervisor Lisa Schuette, Supervisor Mo White, and appointed supervisor Stan Jones, along with Supervisor Stacey Giomi, met for their first board meeting of 2021 on Thursday.
Letter of intent deadline is Jan. 15 for Carson City Community Support Services Grant
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 8:52amCarson City is now accepting letters of intent to apply for its Community Support Services Grant. Non-profit organizations and government agencies are qualified to fill out the Letter of Intent. Projects or programs must be for Carson City residents. In addition, your agencies proposal must meet one of the following critical needs of the community:
From more family court judges to a tracking program for evidence kits, new laws take effect in Nevada on Jan. 1
Submitted by admin on Sat, 01/02/2021 - 2:10pmWith the new year, a new set of laws is once again taking effect.
Of the hundreds of bills the Legislature passed in 2019, nine finally became effective either in whole or in part on Friday with the start of the new year and as the next legislative session is set to begin in February.
Carson City’s Year in Review: a look back on 2020 (pandemic free edition)
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 2:46amIt was an eventful year around the Carson City region notwithstanding the limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's some notable stories that were not pandemic related that happened in 2020.
Carson City Redevelopment Authority and Culture and Tourism Boards are seeking new board members
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/26/2020 - 2:45pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee as well as the Culture and Tourism Authority.
Five Questions for Brad Bonkowski regarding his time as a Carson City Supervisor and what he'll do now
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/26/2020 - 12:52pmBrad Bonkowski has served on the Carson City Board of Supervisors for eight years, and has now decided to step down from the post. He will be replaced by Maurice “Mo” White who won the position in the 2020 general election.
Brad sat down to look back on his time spent in office, and answer five questions relating to his eight years as a supervisor, and what his future plans are.
Carson City Fire Department welcomes Ladder 50 to Station 52
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/16/2020 - 3:38pmCarson City Fire Department put into service Ladder 50 at 0900 this morning with the traditional push-in ceremony at Station 52. Ladder 50 is a tiller driven truck with an aerial ladder that extends to 107 feet. For over 10 years the department struggled with multistory structure fires without the use of a ladder truck, a very critical element of response, a need that until today would only be fulfilled with mutual aid assistance from neighboring counties.
Retiring Supervisor to speak at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/11/2020 - 3:06amWard 4 Carson City Supervisor John Barrette, who declined to run for re-election and will leave office in January, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon.
WNC president, Carson City Mayor-elect produce video, radio announcements aimed to slow spread of virus
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/10/2020 - 11:27amTwo Carson City leaders have teamed up to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and provide information on how families can protect themselves and others during the holidays.
District Attorney Jason Woodbury to Speak at Carson City Rotary Meeting
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/05/2020 - 12:05pmCarson City District Attorney Jason Woodbury will be the featured speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. In keeping with the state’s COVID-19 prevention guidelines, the meeting will take place online at 12:30 P.M. Tuesday, December 8th. Guests are invited to attend the virtual event via ZOOM.
Carson City supervisors to discuss proposed water rate hike, vehicle purchases and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 2:16pmThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center located at 851 E. William Street.
On the agenda for discussion includes an increase in water rates, the replacement of 32 city vehicles, water purchases and more.
Nevada Supreme Court certifies 2020 General Election results, Joe Biden wins Nevada
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/24/2020 - 10:32amOn Tuesday morning during a virtual meeting of the Nevada Supreme Court, the canvass of votes was signed and certified. Joe Biden was officially delegated the winner in Nevada's 2020 General Election for the Office of President.
Carson City businesses can now be reimbursed for outdoor portable heaters
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 5:38pmIn response to the mandated social distancing, many businesses have established outdoor seating areas. With the approaching winter season, the Board of Supervisors recently authorized the City to use CARES Act money for portable outdoor heaters in order to reinforce the necessary protocols.
Carson City Board of Supervisors approve third settlement regarding Camp Carson molestation
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 3:20pmDuring the Thursday meeting of the Carson City Board of Supervisors, a $125,000 settlement demand was approved by the Board in regards to the alleged molestation of a five-year-old child who was, at the time, enrolled at Camp Carson.
Board of Supervisors confirms Carson City election results for 2020 general election
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 4:42pmThe official results from Carson City are in, and every last viable ballot has been counted and added. The election brought out 78 percent of Carson City voters who turned out to cast their ballots.
Here are the election totals for Carson City:
Carson City Board of Supervisors to certify election results Monday, Nov. 16
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 12:05pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on Monday, Nov. 16 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Boldrick Theater of the Carson City Community Center to certify election results.
Stan Jones appointed as Carson City's newest Supervisor, to take Lori Bagwell's remaining term
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/05/2020 - 5:57pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors appointed the newest Board member on Thursday afternoon, to fill the role of Lori Bagwell, who was recently elected as Carson City’s newest mayor. Her seat represents Ward 3.
Maurice 'Mo' White is Carson City's new Supervisor for Ward 2
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/04/2020 - 11:49amThe ballots are in, and it appears that Maurice "Mo" White is Carson City's newest elected Supervisor, to serve on the Carson City Board of Supervisors representing Ward 2.
Carson City area 2020 General Election results
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/03/2020 - 8:05pmPolls for Tuesday's Carson City General Election remained open after 7 p.m. due to a large, last minute crush of voters at the community center. Carson Now will post the results as they become available via the Carson City Clerk-Recorder's Office.
The Elections Department is reporting that 72 percent of registered voters in Carson City cast their ballots in the capital city, a significant increase from previous elections.
Last updated: 10:50 p.m. Tuesday with 25 of 25 precincts reporting, the unofficial results are as follows:
Board of Supervisors, Ward 2
Maurice "Mo" White 57.86 percent
Stacie Wilke-McCulloch 42.14 percent
School Trustee District 7
Joe Cacioppo 63.08 percent
Joy Trushenski 36.92 percent
Nevada State Assembly District 40
Sena Loyd 41.45 percent
Philip O'Neill 58.55 percent
District Court Judge, Dist. 1, Dept. 1
Russell, James Todd 100 percent
District Court Judge, Dist. 1, Dept. 2
Wilson, Jim 100 percent
U.S. Representative District 2
Mark Amodei 56.54
Patricia Ackerman 40.76 percent
For full Carson City Election summary with group details, click here and click here.
Carson City Supervisors to hold special meeting to fill seat to be vacated by Mayor-elect Bagwell
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/02/2020 - 10:41amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting this Thursday, 1 p.m. to discuss and take possible action regarding the appointment of a person to fill an anticipated vacancy in the office of Ward 3 Supervisor on the Board of Supervisors for a term that begins Jan. 4, 2021 and ends Jan. 1, 2023.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss renaming of MAC, Sierra Room, hemp cultivation and more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 11/01/2020 - 10:12amUPDATE MONDAY: The Carson City Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting this Thursday, 1 p.m. to discuss and take possible action regarding the appointment of a person to fill an anticipated vacancy in the office of Ward 3 Supervisor on the Board of Supervisors for a term that begins Jan. 4, 2021 and ends Jan. 1, 2023.
Notification of CARES Act funding opportunity in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 4:32pmIn response to the Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19) the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Program has allocated the Nevada Non-Entitlement CDBG Program through the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development the amount of $283,213 to Carson City. From the $283,213, $70,426 has not been funded. This notice is to fund the remaining $70,426.
Public meeting for the Community Development Block Grant Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 3:52pmNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Carson City will conduct a public meeting on November 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (All meetings will be online, please see directions below), in order to discuss possible applications for funding under the COIVD-19, CDBG-CV, State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) Program and to solicit citizen input on possible activities to be included in the application.
Opinion: Stacie on the issues (what issues); Desperately seeking reasons (why anyone would vote for Stacie)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 1:54pmQuoted directly from Stacie’s website. (These are also the themes and contents of news articles about her speeches and interviews.)
Carson City seeks public input to help establish 2021-2025 Strategic Plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/18/2020 - 5:30amCarson City is in the process of updating the City’s Strategic Plan and the community is asked to weigh in. The City is administering an online survey at carson.org/survey to gauge overall community input on the proposed goals and objectives intended to steer City operations for the next five years.
Carson City supervisors allow hemp cultivation indoors, block outdoor agricultural cultivation amid lawsuit
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/15/2020 - 11:55amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors voted to create a new ordinance relating to hemp cultivation within city limits on Thursday, allowing for indoor cultivation within certain zoning districts, effectively blocking outdoor agricultural cultivation.