Carson City Nevada Government

05/31/2026

05/18/2026

Ma*****na and the Developing Brain

Carson City Juvenile Services' upcoming Community Engagement Night is on Thursday, May 28, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at Carson City Juvenile Services, located at 740 S. Saliman Rd., Carson City, NV 89701.

Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Vicki LaVersa, will speak about ma*****na and its impact on the developing brain. She will also discuss current findings regarding the physical and psychological impacts of ma*****na on parents and teenagers. Anyone can attend, including youth.

This event is FREE! Food will be provided during this event. For more information, and to RSVP to the event, contact Gabbie Sanfilippo at 775-283-7640 or email [email protected].

Carson City Juvenile Services offers Walk-In and Crisis Intervention Services to anyone in the community in need of supportive services with their youth.

Contact the office directly at 775-887-2033 to request a walk-in appointment, or fill out an online referral for services with the link below: https://www.carsoncity.gov/government/departments-g-z/juvenile-services/referral-form

05/14/2026

We got numbers! You no longer have to guess the field number when driving around Governor's Field for games. 👏 And great job, Parks, on Field 3. Looks amazing!

In other news, we are asking you to fill out the survey for the City's Language Access Plan at carsoncity.gov/lap. Nevada requires government agencies to create a Language Access Plan to improve access to government services.

Lastly, we know you have seen or heard the sheep near C-Hill. For 20 years, this fuels reduction project has reduced wildfire risk in our wildland urban interface.

05/13/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: May 13, 2026
Contact: Kevin Nyberg
Title: Fire Chief
Phone: (775) 887-2210
Email: [email protected]

Prison Hill Fire

Carson City, NV – At 10:15 a.m., Carson City Fire Department responded to a fire on Prison Hill, near Gentry Lane. The fire has moved west and is contained. As of noon, the fire has burned roughly 7.5 acres. Gentry Lane is closed and only accessible to residents of that street. There are no evacuation requirements at this time.

Aside from the Gentry Lane closure, the 5th St. Trail, N. Prison Hill Trail, and all trails at Silver Saddle Ranch are closed as emergency responders work to extinguish the fire.

Several local agencies responded to the fire: Carson City Fire Department, Carson City Public Works, and Carson City Sheriff’s Office. We also want to acknowledge our regional partners that responded: East Fork Fire, Tahoe Douglas Fire, Truckee Fire, Reno Fire, North Lake Tahoe Fire, BLM, Forrest Service, and Central Lyon Fire. Thank you for your help.

For more information about this fire, reach out to Chief Kevin Nyberg at [email protected].

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04/14/2026

📣Come learn about the various roles in the Community and Economic Development Department, including the responsibilities of and the skills and credentials required for each position.

JOIN US!
🗓April 20, 2026
🕠5:00-6:30pm
📍Western Nevada College
Marlette Hall, Cedar (CED) 100
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV

Every construction project in the community, from the construction of a new hotel to a kitchen remodel, is reviewed by a team in the Carson City Community and Economic Development Department before the commencement of work. The public sector team works in partnership with the private sector in reviewing the plans and inspecting the work.

Construction Project Management Program Carson City’s Director of Community and Economic Development, Building Official, Community Development Manager and Planning Manager will be presenting.

04/09/2026

📣Spring into April with us! The Mexican Dam Portage Project is complete and will help non-motorized watercraft get around the Mexican Dam.

Also, our Carson City Fire Department has partnered with the Nevada Donor Network to encourage Nevadans to become organ, eye, and tissue donors. For more information, go to nvdonor.org/carsoncityfire.

Lastly, check whether you're up to date on your property taxes before the April 28 deadline. Call the Treasurer's office at (775) 887-2092.

03/17/2026

👏Brush up on your resume! Local Job Fair on March 27 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

03/11/2026

It's a busy month! 📣 Here are a few key events you don't want to miss!

3rd Annual Trails Challenge - Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Quality of Life Initiative. Opens March 28. For more information, go to carsoncity.gov/ccpr

Also, Health and Human Services is partnering with local businesses to host a Carson City Job Fair.
🗓️ Date: March 27, 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Employer set-up starts at 2:00 PM)
📍 Location: Carson City Community Center, 851 E. Williams Street, Carson City, NV 89701

👏Lastly, help the City set priorities by filling out the strategic plan survey! The Strategic Plan helps the City set priorities, focus energy and resources, strengthen operations, and ensure that employees and other stakeholders are working towards common goals.
You are also invited to attend a public meeting in the Bonanaza room, at the Community Center.
🗓️ March 12
🕒5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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02/25/2026

📣 Help Shape the Priorities for the City by Completing the Strategic Plan Survey

The City is asking the public to participate in the Strategic Plan Survey. The survey will allow the public to help shape priorities for the next strategic plan that will begin during the fiscal year (July 1 to June 30) 2027 through 2031.

The purpose of strategic planning is to set priorities, focus energy and resources, strengthen operations, and ensure that employees and other stakeholders are working toward common goals.

To fill out the survey, go to carsoncity.gov/strategicplan. English and Spanish versions are available to the public. Survey closes on March 23.

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02/23/2026

🌨🌧 A reminder that the sandbag station is available at the Public Works facility, at 3055 Butti Way.
The National Weather Service predicts rain/snow and gusty wind conditions for the next 48 hours. Public Works will be out clearing storm drains to increase water flow and mitigate flooding. Stay dry and stay safe!

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