Animal Services

Board Members

About the Advisory Board

The Animal Services Advisory Board is made up of community leaders and subject-matter experts who provide guidance and recommendations to Washoe County Regional Animal Services. Board members represent a range of perspectives, including local government, animal welfare, and the broader community.

Some positions are appointed without term limits, while others serve fixed terms in accordance with Washoe County Code 55.035.

Contact The Board

Email all board members:
advisoryboard@washoecounty.gov

Mailing Address:
Washoe County Regional Animal Services Advisory Board
2825 Longley Ln., Suite A
Reno, NV 89502

Meet the Advisory Board

Naomi Duerr, Advisory Board Chair
Chair
Naomi Duerr
Reno City Council
No Term Limit
duerrn@reno.gov
Clara Andriola, Advisory Board Member
Member
Clara Andriola
Washoe County Commissioner
No Term Limit
candriola@washoecounty.gov
Joe Rodriguez, Advisory Board Member
Member
Joe Rodriguez
Sparks City Council
No Term Limit
jrodriguez@cityofsparks.us
Trudy Brussard, Advisory Board Vice Chair
Vice Chair
Trudy Brussard
Real Estate Professional
Term: Current – 2029
trudybrussard@gmail.com
Diaz Dixon, Advisory Board Member
Member
Diaz Dixon
Rescue Organization
Term: Current – 2027
diazdixon@gmail.com
Jill Fisher, Advisory Board Member
Member
Jill Fisher
Community Liaison
Term: Current – 2027
Jillster@gmail.com
Julie McMahon, Advisory Board Member
Member
Julie McMahon
Veterinary Technician
Term: Current – 2029
julieluvsteeth@yahoo.com

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