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Open Space and Regional Parks Commission
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants from the community to serve on this board.
The purpose of the Parks Commission is to act in an advisory capacity to the Board of County Commissioners. Examples of items that come before the Board include District and Park Master Plans; schedule of priorities for acquisition and development of park property; purchase, lease or exchange of lands for recreation or park purposes; and rates and charges for services and facility use.

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Membership
This position is for a partial term beginning on the date of appointment and ending on November 4, 2027. Thereafter, the member may seek an additional consecutive term.

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Time Commitment
The Commission meets on the fourth Wednesday of every other month at 1:30 p.m. (January, March, May, July, September, November). Members receive no compensation.

Apply

Apply online or pick up a printed application at the Washoe County Manager’s Office.
Printed applications must be completed and returned to the Washoe County Manager’s Office: 1001 E. 9th Street, Suite A201 Reno, NV 89512 or via email at washoe311@washoecounty.gov.

Deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 2, 2025. For any additional questions/concerns, please contact Brandon Roman via email: broman@washoecounty.gov or by dialing: (775) 328-3606.
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Washoe County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants from the community to serve on the Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife.
This Board gathers public input and submits recommendations to the State Wildlife Commission regarding wildlife management regulations. Topics include setting fishing, hunting, and trapping seasons; establishing bag limits; determining open or closed seasons; and advising on hours, methods, and other policies. Click

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Membership

Washoe County is seeking one individual to fill an upcoming vacancy for the public representative seat on this Board, in accordance with NRS 501.265.

This membership will be for a 3-year term starting on July 1, 2025, and set to expire on June 30, 2028. Members of the board shall serve without salary or compensation.

Time Commitment

The Board typically meets every other month beginning in January, or more frequently as needed.

Apply

Apply online or pick up a printed application at the Washoe County Manager’s Office.

Printed applications must be completed and returned to the Washoe County Manager’s Office: 1001 E. 9th Street, Suite A201 Reno, NV 89512 or via email at washoe311@washoecounty.gov.

Deadline to apply is May 9, 2025, by 5:00 P.M. For any additional questions/concerns, please contact Washoe311 at the email address provided or by dialing 328-2003.
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Washoe County Board of Adjustment (BOA)
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants from District 4 to serve on this board.
The purpose of the Board of Adjustment (BOA) is to hear and decide on applications for land use issues (e.g., special use permits, variances, administrative permits, and certain types of appeals).
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Membership
This position is for a 4-year term beginning on July 1, 2025 and ending on June 30, 2029. Applicants must live within Commission District 4 of unincorporated Washoe County. Applicants must also be registered voters (this requirement may be waived by the Washoe County Board of Commissioners).
Unincorporated District 4 generally includes Sparks, Spanish Springs, Hidden Valley, and portions of the East Truckee Canyon area.
Find out which district you are in here.

Time Commitment
The Board meets the first Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the Washoe County Commission Chambers. Meetings average 3 to 4 hours in duration. Special meetings may be called by the Chair.
Each member of the BOA is compensated $80.00 per meeting attended.

Apply
Apply online or pick up a printed application at the Washoe County Community Services Department. Printed applications must be completed and returned to the Washoe County Community Services Department: 1001 E. 9th Street, Building A, Second Floor, Reno, NV 89512 or via email to Adriana Albarran aalbarran@washoecounty.gov.
Deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 30 by 5:00 PM. For any additional questions/concerns, please contact Adriana Albarran at the email address provided or by dialing 775-328-2721.

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