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Washoe County property taxes due October 5, 2026

Washoe County PhotoWashoe County Treasurer Justin Taylor would like to remind property owners that Monday, October 5, is the due date for the second installment of 2026/27 property taxes. Payments will be accepted without penalty for this installment through Thursday, October 15, 2026.    “In an effort to provide quality public service, we offer a variety of […]

Apply Now for the 2027 Washoe County Leadership Academy

Washoe County is now accepting applications for its 2027 Washoe County Leadership Academy (WCLA) — a unique, six-month journey that cultivates leadership, builds meaningful connections, and offers an inside look at local government in action.  Hosted in partnership with the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, WCLA is more than a leadership course — it’s a behind-the-scenes experience unlike any […]

Northwest Reno Library to reopen Monday, September 21

Overhead drone shot of the front entrance of the Northwest Reno LibraryThe community is invited to celebrate as the library kicks off fall events throughout the week. 

Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners meeting 

image of five people with "meeting highlights" and Washoe County logoThe following are highlights from today’s Washoe County Board of County Commissioners meeting:    1. Recreational shooting in congested areas: County code dictates how far from residences and roads that target shooters may discharge firearms and defines “congested areas.” However, the definition uses “metes and bounds,” which is legal language using field measurements such as angles, […]

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