Douglas County, Nevada

06/23/2026

More critical fire weather is on the way! Please recreate responsibly.

A Fire Weather Watch is in effect Friday through Saturday for much of Western Nevada, including the Reno-Carson City-Minden area. Avoid activities that cause a spark, including dragging trailer chains and driving motorized vehicles over dry vegetation.

06/23/2026

A community to match the scenery deserves a vision for the future. 🌄✈️

Douglas County is updating the Minden-Tahoe Airport Master Plan, and we're inviting community members to help guide the conversation.

Join us for an Open House on June 25 to learn about the project, review future planning concepts, and provide input that will help shape aviation in Douglas County for the next two decades.

📍 Douglas County Community & Senior Center, Grandview Dining Room
🕓 4-6 PM

Can't make it? You can still learn more and share feedback online:
🔗 bit.ly/MindenTahoeAirportMPU

Drop in, ask questions, and help shape the future.

06/22/2026

Following action taken by the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) during its June 18, 2026, meeting, Douglas County is seeking residents and stakeholders interested in serving on the newly established Douglas County Stormwater Task Force.

Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, June 22, 2026, and must be submitted no later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

Click the following link, then the blue “Apply” button to access the application: https://www.douglascountynv.gov/government/county_boards_and_commissions

The Stormwater Task Force will serve in an advisory capacity to the Board of County Commissioners and provide a collaborative forum to review, evaluate, and develop recommendations regarding the proposed Douglas County Stormwater Utility and associated funding framework. The Task Force will work alongside County staff and technical consultants to examine long-term stormwater infrastructure needs, funding options, governance, accountability measures, and alternative approaches that reflect community concerns and priorities.

Douglas County strongly encourages interested individuals to complete the application online. Online applications are preferred because they allow applicants to provide more detailed responses and ensure information is submitted efficiently. Paper applications will also be available and may be completed in person at the Douglas County Manager’s Office.

Applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and provide as much information as possible regarding their background, experience, interests, geographic area, property type, and reasons for wanting to serve. Detailed applications will assist the Board in establishing a Task Force that reflects the diversity of Douglas County and includes a broad range of perspectives and expertise.

The County anticipates a Task Force comprised of individuals representing a broad cross-section of the community, including residential property owners, agricultural interests, business and commercial property owners, and members of the building community. In making appointments, the Board will consider factors such as geographic diversity, a variety of parcel types and sizes, relevant technical or professional expertise, demonstrated interest in community issues, and an ability to participate collaboratively and constructively.

The Task Force will operate under Nevada’s Open Meeting Law, with meetings open to the public and held approximately twice monthly over a three- to six-month period. Members will review current stormwater operations and funding needs, evaluate alternative approaches, consider governance and transparency measures, and ultimately provide recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.

The Board of County Commissioners is expected to discuss the application process and provide additional direction during its July 16, 2026, meeting, when appointments to the Task Force may also be considered.

The County recognizes the importance of affordability, equity, accountability, and meaningful public participation in the development of any long-term stormwater funding strategy. The Stormwater Task Force is intended to create an open and transparent process that brings together residents, stakeholders, and technical experts to help identify a sustainable and publicly supported path forward.

For more information and to apply online, visit the Douglas County website: https://www.douglascountynv.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=12493103&pageId=21000228

06/22/2026

There’s something special about Douglas County, Nevada—where open landscapes, mountain views, and wide skies set the backdrop for everyday life 🌄

It’s a place where nature is never far away, and every corner has a moment worth remembering.

We’d love to see it through your lens.
📸 Submit your photos here: https://loom.ly/0nCmLPE

A community to match the scenery.
📸 Chris Dickerson

06/18/2026

🌸 Today, the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners presented a ceremonial proclamation designating June 22-28, 2026, as Pollinator Week in Douglas County! 🦋

This proclamation highlights the vital role that pollinators—such as bees, butterflies, birds, beetles, and bats—play in supporting ecosystems, agriculture, and biodiversity. Douglas County recognizes the importance of protecting pollinator habitats and raising awareness about the challenges these essential creatures face.

A special shoutout and thanks to the University of Nevada, Reno Extension for working year-round to protect pollinators and promote sustainable practices in our region!

By working together, we can help ensure a thriving future for pollinators—and for all of us.

06/18/2026

The Minden-Tahoe Airport is more than a runway—it's a community asset that supports business, recreation, emergency services, and economic vitality throughout Douglas County. 🛩️

Join us on June 25 for the Airport Master Plan Update Open House and learn how planning decisions made today will help guide the airport's future for years to come.

📅 Thursday, June 25
⏰ 4-6 PM
📍 Douglas County Community & Senior Center, Grandview Dining Room

Stop by anytime during the open house, meet the project team, ask questions, and share your ideas.

Learn more:
🔗 bit.ly/MindenTahoeAirportMPU

06/17/2026

⚠️ Fire Weather Update

Elevated fire weather conditions are expected late this week.

A Red Flag Warning is in effect for northeast California and far northwest Nevada on Thursday. A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for parts of northeast California and far northwest Nevada on Friday.

Stay alert for rapidly changing conditions and monitor official forecasts for updates.

Increasing thunderstorm chances with fast storm motions will pose a threat of new lightning ignition towards the end of the week. A Red Flag Warning has been issued for NE CA and far NW NV for Thursday. A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for parts of NE CA and far NW Nevada for Friday.

06/16/2026

Welcome to our preview of the upcoming Douglas County Board of County Commissioners meeting! Let's dive in to the June 18, 2026 meeting and see what's happening around Douglas County!

This meeting's "hot topics" include:

🔹𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲

🔹𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲

🔹𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝘃𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟵 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀

🔹𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗹𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆

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06/16/2026

Douglas County Community Services invites residents and visitors to celebrate two major South County investments during a community event on Monday, June 29, 2026, featuring the grand opening of the new Topaz Ranch Estates Community Park Splash Pad and the ribbon cutting for the expansion of Douglas Area Rural Transit (DART) service.

The Splash Pad Opening Ceremony will serve as the centerpiece of the celebration, showcasing Douglas County's ongoing commitment to expanding recreational opportunities and improving quality of life for residents of all ages and abilities. The event will also recognize the launch of the new DART South County route, further enhancing access to essential services and community resources.

The Topaz Ranch Estates Community Park Splash Pad Project was prioritized by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and approved through the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Plan. Designed as a community-focused amenity, the splash pad adds a modern, safe, and ADA-compliant water play area that encourages outdoor recreation and family engagement.

The project included site preparation, underground plumbing and drainage infrastructure, installation of interactive water features and play elements, slip-resistant surfacing, and integration with the park's existing water supply. The splash pad was also designed with sustainability in mind through the use of a recirculating water system that promotes water conservation. Additional safety and accessibility features include anti-slip surfacing and perimeter seating for family supervision.

The project was funded through a combination of Room Tax revenues, the Residential Construction Tax (South County), and a $100,000 contribution from the East Fork Swimming Pool District. Douglas County is proud to highlight the partnership with the East Fork Swimming Pool District and the Carson Valley Swim Center, whose support helped make the project possible.

"We are incredibly excited to partner with Douglas County Community Services to bring this splash pad project to the Topaz Ranch Estates community," said Shannon Harris, Director of the Carson Valley Swim Center. "This splash pad represents much more than a new recreational amenity. It is an investment in families, community, and childhood memories. This partnership demonstrates what can be accomplished when local organizations work together to expand recreational opportunities and enhance the quality of life for residents."

The splash pad project supports Douglas County's Strategic Plan by increasing opportunities and access for residents of all ages and abilities to enjoy outdoor recreation while enhancing one of South County's most valued community parks.

As part of the day's celebration, Douglas County Community Services will also conduct a ribbon cutting ceremony for the expansion of Douglas Area Rural Transit (DART) service to Topaz and South County.

The new DART route addresses a longstanding transportation gap and is designed to improve connectivity for underserved residents by providing reliable access to healthcare providers, retail and shopping centers, parks and recreational amenities, community outreach locations, and Douglas County service offices.

The route will include key stops at the Topaz Ranch Estates Community Center, Topaz Lodge, Holbrook Junction, Ray May Way, Carson Valley Health, Walmart, and the Douglas County Community and Senior Center. These destinations were identified through extensive community engagement and public outreach conducted throughout March and April 2026, including community workshops, congregate dining sessions, advisory board presentations, and meetings with local stakeholders.

The DART South County Expansion advances Douglas County's Strategic Plan by expanding access to quality county services, enhancing resident mobility and independence, and improving access to essential community resources.

Together, the splash pad opening and DART expansion represent Douglas County Community Services' continued investment in infrastructure and programs that strengthen communities, support families, and improve the overall quality of life for South County residents.

Event Details

DART South County Expansion Ribbon Cutting
Date: Monday, June 29, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m.

Topaz Ranch Estates Splash Pad Celebration
Date: Monday, June 29, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 11:30 a.m.

Location:
Topaz Ranch Estates Community Park
3939 Carter Drive
Wellington, NV 89444

Residents are invited to join the celebration and enjoy a free community barbecue and commemorative gift, available while supplies last.

06/16/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, Douglas County administrative offices will be closed on Friday, June 19.
Normal office hours will resume on Monday, June 22. 🙌