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Public asked to help by reporting flood damages
The Sierra Avalanche Center has issued a High Avalanche Warning for the Lake Tahoe area.
01/10/2017 3:07 p.m.
City Council Prelights for January 11, 2017
In our ongoing commitment to keep citizens informed, we have spotlighted a few key agenda items for the January 11, 2017 Regular Meeting of the Reno City Council.
01/10/2017 1:26 p.m.
Flood waters subsiding; weather danger still exists
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks emergency officials continue to focus on assessment and recovery efforts as the flood waters subside. However, the region is expected to see more dangerous weather in the coming days.
01/09/2017 5:54 p.m.
Regional partners focus on recovery efforts
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks emergency officials are shifting their focus to recovery efforts following widespread flooding in the region in the aftermath of heavy rains.
01/09/2017 1:09 p.m.
Citizens should prepare for challenging morning commute
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks emergency officials are urging citizens to avoid nonessential travel this morning as widespread flooding continues in Washoe County. Drivers should be extra cautious of standing water and debris if they must travel on area roads.
01/09/2017 5:30 a.m.
Truckee River beginning to level off in downtown Reno
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks emergency officials are monitoring conditions as widespread flooding continues in Washoe County. According to current information, the Truckee River is beginning to level off in downtown Reno. The river is expected to crest in Sparks some time between 6 a.m. and noon on Monday.
01/09/2017 12:37 a.m.
Widespread flooding is occurring in Washoe County
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks emergency officials continue to monitor precipitation and flood information as weather conditions continue to deteriorate. Widespread flooding is occurring in Washoe County. The Truckee River is expected to crest, or reach its highest level, around 10 p.m. on Sunday in Reno, and between 1-3 a.m. on Monday in Sparks.
01/08/2017 6:55 p.m.
Flooding could start at around 2 p.m. today
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks officials continue to prepare for a significant flood event that will strongly impact the region today, Sunday, January 8, 2017. The forecast shows flooding, starting at around 2 p.m. today in downtown Reno, and possibly lasting through around noon tomorrow, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
01/08/2017 11:33 a.m.
Northern Nevada regional partners continue to prepare for significant flood event
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks officials continue to prepare for a significant flood event that will strongly impact the region starting tomorrow, Sunday, January 8, 2017. Heavy rain is expected, leading to an increased threat for flooding near the Truckee River, as well as creeks, streams, drainage ditches, urban areas, farmland and burn areas.
01/07/2017 1:18 p.m.
City of Reno sandbag locations
Sandbags are available at the following locations. It is suggested that residents bring their own shovels, as there are a limited amount available on site.
01/07/2017 9:59 a.m.
Northern Nevada region declares State of Emergency in preparation for flooding
Washoe County, the City of Reno and the City of Sparks have all declared a State of Emergency in preparation for the significant flooding event forecast for this weekend.
01/06/2017 4:58 p.m.
National Park Service lists Newlands Historic District in National Register of Historic Places
On Friday, January 6, the National Park Service listed the Newlands Heights Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places. The National Register is the nation’s official list of places worthy of preservation. The designation recognizes the historical and architectural importance of the Newlands Historic District to the City of Reno.
01/06/2017 2:51 p.m.
City of Reno deploys snow-removal operations and sets up sandbag locations
While Public Works crews deploy snow-removal operations this morning, City of Reno staff has also begun flood preparations in anticipation of heavy rain this weekend.
01/05/2017 9:31 a.m.
2015 State of the City
Join Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve at the University of Nevada, Reno and learn what lies ahead for the City of Reno.
09/01/2015 5:40 p.m.
Mayor Schieve to give State of the City address tomorrow
Mayor Hillary Schieve will give the 2015 State of the City address tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 6 p.m. in Ballrooms A and B of the Joe Crowley Student Union at the University of Nevada, Reno.
08/31/2015 5:18 p.m.
2014 State of the City
Although we have some challenging days ahead, I believe our future is promising. The City Council, myself, and the rest of the City of Reno employees will continue to work with our regional partners and our residents to make Reno an even greater city.
08/27/2014 11:30 a.m.
2013 State of the City Address
An audience filled with residents, businesses, civic groups, and community leaders joined Reno Mayor Bob Cashell, the Reno City Council, and Reno City Manager Andrew Clinger as they presented the State of the City Address.
07/10/2013
State of the City Address to be held on Wednesday, July 10, 2013
On Wednesday, July 10 at 10:00 a.m. in Reno City Hall Council Chambers, residents, businesses, civic groups, and community leaders are invited to attend the State of the City Address from Reno Mayor Bob Cashell and City Manager Andrew Clinger.
07/01/2013