Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Elko County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in taxes budget
Public Administrator Estate Property Loan
A county loan of about $18,500 would cover professional cleaning and remediation of an estate property under the Public Administrator's care.
FY2026 Financial and Compliance Audit
The board was to approve Eide Bailly LLP's scope of work for the county's annual financial audit and federal award compliance audit for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026.
Affordable housing assistance
A $20,455.75 state grant will fund rental assistance for families at or below 60% of area median income.
Nevada Supreme Court Decision on Assembly Bill 519
The state's high court threw down provisions that forced Elko County alone to levy an unlimited tax. It's now binding precedent protecting small counties from being targeted by the Legislature.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Property Tax Rate Levies
The board formally certified and levied property tax rates for all taxing entities across Elko County for the upcoming fiscal year.
Fiscal Year-End Budget Augmentations and Interfund Loans
The board approved essential budget adjustments and short-term interfund loans to keep ambulance and drug court operations running smoothly while waiting for state and federal reimbursements.
FY 2027 POOL/PACT Insurance Renewal
The county renewed its liability and property insurance coverage through POOL/PACT, securing an 8% premium decrease while enhancing coverage limits and cyber protections.
Fiscal Year 2026/2027 County and Town Budgets
The county approved its final budgets for the upcoming fiscal year, balancing various department requests, salary adjustments, and capital improvement needs across Elko County and unincorporated towns.
Weed Control and Pest Abatement District Dissolution
The county is repealing the weed and pest district ordinance after facing structural and governance hurdles that prevented proper operation.
NeoGov HRIS and Payroll Implementation
To address severe payroll errors and compliance risks with their current Central Square software, the county approved funding to build out fully integrated HRIS and payroll modules in NeoGov.