Board of County Commissioners

Commissioner Mariluz Garcia

Commissioner Mariluz Garcia
Phone: 775.444.0628
Email: mcgarcia@washoecounty.gov

Elected to the Board of County Commissioners in 2022, Mariluz Garcia represents Washoe County Commission District 3, which includes downtown Reno, the university area, West Sparks, and Sun Valley.  

Born and raised in Elko, Nevada, Commissioner Garcia moved to Washoe County in 1998 to attend the University of Nevada, Reno where she earned a Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. from the College of Education and Human Development. 

Before holding public office, Mariluz spent 25 years serving District 3 families as an educator and non-profit leader. She has dedicated her career to expanding educational access and resources for first-generation college students. Outside of her professional work experience, Commissioner Garcia has supported the diverse missions of local non-profits that champion youth mental health, outdoor STEM education, and educational resources. She has also been actively involved with the Rotary Club of Reno and with community-based cultural dance groups. 

Commissioner Garcia brings her extensive knowledge and direct experience helping underserved populations access resources related to housing, childcare, employment, business, healthcare, transportation, and behavioral health services to the commission. Her priorities on the commission are centered on promoting healthy, clean, and safe neighborhoods for the families and businesses of Washoe County. 

Commissioner Garcia is the mother of two beautiful and energetic children who were adopted from Washoe County. Together, they spend the majority of their free time outdoors enjoying our local parks and hiking trails, as well as staying engaged in youth sports. As an avid backpacker and snowboarder, she regularly enjoys the Eastern Sierra and the Great Basin throughout the seasons.

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