Water rights
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.
Buzzy’s Ranch wetlands restoration seeks grant to buy water rights
Submitted by editor on Wed, 09/09/2020 - 1:59pmThe Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act (SNPLMA) provides for the sale of certain federal lands in Clark County, Nevada for development. Money from the sale of the land is then largely used to acquire environmentally sensitive land and, in a broad sense, to fund conservation and restoration projects across the state.
Tribal leader, environmental champion Norm Harry dies at 65
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 7:54pmThree-term chair of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Norm Harry died this week. He was 65.
Harry was an advocate for tribal water rights, and he was instrumental in getting the Truckee River Operating Agreement signed. That agreement designated much of the Truckee River waters to the tribe and settled claims among multiple parties for water rights.
Harry was a champion of the land, water and Indigenous people.
Carson City Supervisors to discuss new residential building permits, diesel tax amendments
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/27/2020 - 11:15amThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Thursday, July 2 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
On the docket for discussion includes residential building permit allocations for the next four years, new committee members for the Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee, amendment to the diesel tax and more.
Nevada State Engineer issues order to ensure sustainable water development in Lower White River flow system
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/15/2020 - 8:40amNevada is in a new era of water management. As the driest state in the nation, responsible and sustainable management of Nevada’s limited water resources is the foremost priority of the Nevada Division of Water Resources.
Seven Democrats run in the primary for Nevada's Second Congressional seat
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/22/2020 - 5:06amNevada’s 2nd Congressional District encompasses the northern part of the silver state including Carson City and the counties Churchill, Douglas, Elko, Eureka, Humbolt, Lander, Pershing, Storey and Washoe, as well as a part of Lyon County.
The district has never sent a Democrat to Washington. However, there are currently seven Democrats vying for the job, opposing Republican incumbent Mark Amodei.
Carson City Supervisors discuss funding critical projects with water rate increase
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 03/05/2020 - 2:34pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors held a discussion regarding a wastewater and water rate increase in order to fund critical projects such as the Quill Treatment Plant, which had provided 50 percent of the water for the city as a whole and now is not being fully utilized due to needing upgrades and rehabilitation.
Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell delivers his last ‘State of the City’ address
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 1:16pmDuring the annual “State of the City” address Friday at Gold Dust West, Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell gave his last speech of its kind, as he is retiring at the end of this year.
The State of the City address is a way community members can be kept up to date on everything going on in our capital city, including achievements, challenges, and everything in between.
Updates included achievements such as the completion of the water pipeline from Douglas County to Carson City, the Complete Streets Project, Tesla’s grant for the Carson City School District, the first new park opening in 12 years, the opening of the Disc Golf course, and more.
Carson City Planning Commission recommends approval of Andersen Ranch Estates
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 6:40pmThe proposed Andersen Ranch Estates neighborhood project was the hot topic during the Carson City Planning Commission meeting Tuesday night, with the commission recommending approval of the project map with a 4-2 vote with 1 vote absent.
The Nature Conservancy Commends Passage of Groundwater Bill
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 1:14pmAfter passing unanimously in the Assembly and Senate, Senate Bill 140 (SB 140), which sets aside 10 percent of uncommitted groundwater as a reserve, was signed into law yesterday by Gov. Steve Sisolak. The Nature Conservancy in Nevada is focused on protecting water for the environment and applauds the legislature and Governor for taking this innovative step toward conserving water for communities, for the environment, and for the future.
Workshops scheduled to assist Newland Project water rights owners to verify mapping results
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 2:06pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Division of Water Resources has completed revisions to Phases 1 through 5 of the Newlands Project Water Rights Mapping Project.
NNDA's The Business Edge to feature Water Rights as discussion topic
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/18/2019 - 3:18pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority will feature a discussion on Water Rights as part of its Business Edge morning discussion series in Carson City.
The program will be Wednesday, March 27, 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Casino Fandango, Carson City. Event registration is available at: www.nnda.org/events
The Business Edge Water Rights event will define and explain the process(es) for water rights in Nevada and will featuring Shannon McDaniel, Professional Engineer from the Nevada Division of Water Resources.
Looking back on Nevada’s conservation, preservation highlights in 2018; sneak peek into 2019
Submitted by editor on Mon, 12/31/2018 - 3:07pmCARSON CITY — 2018 was an exciting year for the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. As we put 2018 in the rear-view mirror, we’d like to celebrate some of our more notable highlights from the past year, and share a glimpse into what’s in store for 2019.
Signups underway for 2018 Carson River Watershed 'Get on the Bus' Tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/03/2018 - 1:58pmThe Carson Water Subconservancy District is offering a two-day bus tour of the Carson River Watershed. The Carson River Watershed “Get on the Bus” Tour will cover a variety of watershed topics and locations from the headwaters in Alpine County, Calif., to a tour of the Lahontan Dam and Gate House near Fallon.
USDA grants $4.97 million to UNR for research evaluating snowpack and water allocation
Submitted by editor on Mon, 09/24/2018 - 9:42amRENO — Mountain snowpack is a primary source of water for the arid western United States. This region, which includes Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah, receives precipitation in mountains far from agricultural fields, and during the winter months when crops are not grown.
Every Day is Earth Day at the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 04/20/2018 - 12:06pmEach year on Earth Day, April 22, more than 1 billion people in 192 countries join together to celebrate and protect our common home. From participating in community clean-up events, to reaching out to local leaders about environmental concerns, and spending time appreciating the outdoors, Earth Day serves as an annual opportunity to promote environmental stewardship across the globe.
First firefighting boat of its kind launched at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/19/2017 - 12:47pmTahoe Douglas Fire Protection District christened Marine 24 earlier this month, giving Lake Tahoe its first year-round firefighting boat. At a cost of nearly $500,000, the vessel is able to fight fires from on board as well as piping water from the lake into water tenders.
Trick or Treat? Comstock Mining Reports on the Third Quarter
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/06/2017 - 9:13amComstock Mining, Inc. (CMI) filed its Third Quarter Securities and Exchange Commission financial and business report on October 31, accompanied by a press release and conference call hosted by Comstock’s CEO, Corrado DeGasperis. The Halloween date is appropriate, since “Trick or treat?” is an obvious question to be asking of this company.
2017 Carson River Watershed 'Get on the Bus' Tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/06/2017 - 4:23pmJoin us to explore the Carson River Watershed on a two-day bus tour. The Carson Water Subconservancy District is offering a bus tour of the Carson River Watershed from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on June 6 and 7, 2017.
The Carson River Watershed "Get on the Bus" tour will cover a variety of watershed topics and locations from the headwaters in Alpine County, CA to the terminus at the Carson Sink near Fallon.
Sierra Nevada Forums presents: Water is for Fighting; Whiskey is for Drinking
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/20/2017 - 7:55pmSierra Nevada Forums will present a forum about the precious resource, water, on Wednesday, March 22, at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City.
Local candidates (in the Carson City Chamber's forum)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/04/2016 - 4:28pmCarver YES, Crowell NO.
Shirk YES, Barrette NO.
White YES, Bonkowski NO.
Please watch the video of the local candidates forum hosted by the Carson City Chamber of Commerce as you read my comments. I did not transcribe the Chamber’s 5-6 questions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=4qlj0K2-ZWo
On the Carson City Chamber of Commerce forum for local candidates
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/20/2016 - 5:34pmPlease watch the video as you read my comments. I did not transcribe the Chamber's 5-6 questions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qlj0K2-ZWo
Carson River Watershed 'Get on the Bus' Tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/18/2016 - 1:51pmJoin us for a fun and informative two-day Carson River Watershed tour on June 7-8. Meet at Smith's parking lot each day to "Get on the Bus" and travel the upper watershed from Alpine County to Carson City on Day 1, June 7, and from Carson City to Fallon on Day 2, June 8.
2016 Get on the Bus Carson River Watershed Tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/06/2016 - 2:20pmJoin us in exploring the Carson River Watershed on a two-day bus tour. The Carson Water Subconservancy District is offering a bus tour of the Carson River Watershed from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on June 7 and 8, 2016. The Carson River Watershed “Get on the Bus” Tour will cover a variety of watershed topics and locations from the headwaters in Alpine County, CA to the terminus at the Carson Sink near Fallon, NV.
Court overturns Eureka water permit
Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/23/2015 - 12:43amThe Nevada Supreme Court has overturned the state engineer’s decision to grant the Mount Hope Mine in Eureka more than 11,000 acre feet of water saying the planned pumping would damage existing senior water rights in ...
New Yucca Mountain plan surfaces in Congress
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/17/2015 - 4:16pmA proposal that surfaced in Congress this week aims to spur a revival of the Yucca Mountain project, providing necessary land and water rights to build out the site if federal officials find that nuclear waste can be buried safely inside...
Bill calls for inventory of vested water rights in dry Nevada
Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/22/2015 - 1:15pmWith drought gripping Nevada and much of the West, the state’s top water official and a state senator said it’s time to inventory just how much water there is and who owns what by tidying up the books on “vested” water rights that pre-date state law....
USDA program to explore agriculture and water management on tribal lands
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 12:55pmA competitive, $4.5 million grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture will integrate research and Extension to help Great Basin and Southwestern tribal communities develop plans, policies and practices for sustainable agriculture and water management.
State Engineer orders reduction of allowed groundwater pumping in Smith, Mason Valleys
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/03/2015 - 11:46amOn Tuesday, the Nevada State Engineer issued Order No. 1250 requiring a 50 percent mandatory reduction of groundwater that may be pumped for the 2015 irrigation season in the Smith Valley Basin (107) and Mason Valley Basin (108) Hydrographic Basins under supplemental irrigation water rights.
The objectives of the order are to protect existing water rights and wells, protect the physical integrity of the aquifer and to protect the long-term water supply. Nevada is entering what is anticipated to be a fourth year of drought conditions.
Carson water district responds to drought; enhances flows in the West Fork of the Carson River
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/23/2014 - 5:11pmDue to the ongoing drought, limited water in the Carson River impacts fish and wildlife habitats, especially by the end of summer. To enhance flows along the West Fork of the Carson River, the Carson Water Subconservancy District is utilizing their storage water rights to supplement water in the watershed.