Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Reno public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
14 issues in parks rec
Park District Framework
The department is laying out a framework for park districts and what comes next. This could shape how Reno parks are organized and funded in the future.
Pembroke Final Design
The board gets a look at the final design for the Pembroke park project. Design decisions made now will define what the finished park offers neighbors.
Dorothy McAlinden Park Public Art Selection
The city is commissioning artwork for Dorothy McAlinden Park with a budget of up to $81,000, and three finalists — Eileen Gay, Jennifer Tran, and Brian Wignall — are pitching their concepts. The task force's pick will shape what residents see in the park for years.
Public art purchase for the Metro Collection
The board will consider recommending the city spend up to $3,000 on artwork by 2026 Reno City Artist Joanna Drakos for the permanent public art collection. It's a small dollar figure, but it shapes what art residents see in public spaces.
Community painting day for the Virginia Street median
A proposed community art event would let residents paint the Midtown Virginia Street median between Liberty and Vassar. Before any paint hits, staff has to clear federal traffic-control rules and RTC grant conditions tied to the median's construction.
West 4th Street Roundabout Public Art Project
The City is commissioning public art for the West 4th Street roundabout, and three finalists — Barry Crawford, Gordon Huether, and Sean Orlando — are pitching their designs. The Task Force's artist recommendation is a key step in deciding what drivers and neighbors will see at this gateway intersection for years to come.
Pawsitive Improvements Program
A pet relief area improvement program would be formally found compliant with NRS 279 and consistent with the Redevelopment Plan, with the Executive Director authorized to administer it.
Public Art Master Plan Progress
Board members will discuss the ongoing implementation and overview of the Public Art Master Plan to integrate more artistic elements into Reno's public spaces.
West 4 Street Small Walls Mural Project
The updated Public Art Master Plan is one year into implementation, with the Small Walls mural program pairing local artists with private downtown property owners. Future ideas include art along the Truckee River and possibly reviving fire station murals.
Regional Parks and Recreation District Feasibility
The PROS Master Plan's biggest move is a regional parks district spanning Reno, Sparks, Sun Valley GID and Washoe County, with a joint advisory board meeting set for late October and an elected-body decision point expected in early 2027. Parks officials stress the district only makes sense if it brings genuinely new funding — though a wrinkle: districts can pay for capital but not maintenance.
Sky Tavern Long-Term Lease Extension
Council approved a 99-year lease extension for the nonprofit Sky Tavern on Mount Rose Highway to secure its future as a premier youth ski and mountain biking recreation center.
2027 Western Lights Festival Call for Artists
The board is considering the call for artists for the 2027 Western Lights Festival with a budget of up to $35,000 to support community light installations.
2027 Reno City Artist Selection
The task force is considering a large pool of local and regional artists to commission for the 2026 Art Signals public art project, distributing awards up to $10,000 per artist. These installations help enliven public spaces and support local creative professionals.
2027 Meeting Calendar Approval
Reno is the only Nevada city whose Charter forces the Charter Committee and Council to meet jointly — which is hard to schedule with 20+ officials. A change could make the meeting optional and require Council to report back on the committee's recommendations.