Jenny Brekhus Archives - Nevada Globe

Washoe County Commissioner Mike Clark and County Manager Eric Brown Clash Over Reno’s Community Assistance Center

August 23, 2024 4:25 pmAugust 26, 2024 8:17 am

During last week’s Reno city council meeting, Councilmember Jenny Brekhus revealed an email (see below) from a county employee to Commissioner Mike Clark which stated that the City of Reno was not interested in a proposal from the County to rehabilitate the former Community Assistance Center (CAC) in order to...

Reno City Manager Doug Thornley Steps Down, Remains Through Fiscal Year

April 10, 2024 2:36 pmApril 10, 2024 2:36 pm

Reno City Manager Doug Thornley is stepping down from his position after serving the City since October 20, 2001 during the height of the pandemic. Prior to serving as City Manager for the “Biggest Little City in the W0rld,” Thornley served as Assistant City Manager in neighboring Sparks. He resignation...

Progressive Activist Announces Bid For Reno City Council

January 15, 2024 3:48 pmJanuary 16, 2024 12:45 pm

Today, progressive activist Lily Baran announced her bid for the Reno City Council, Ward 1. Baran is best known for her activist work as a Black Lives Matter Organizer, a homeless advocate, and lists the ACLU and PlanNV on her resume. She also operates a community garden and food bank...

Despite Mayor Schieve’s Heartburn, Reno Will Add A Sixth Ward

April 13, 2023 1:32 pmApril 14, 2023 1:54 pm

During a legislative briefing yesterday to the Reno City Council, it was revealed that, despite Mayor Schieve’s efforts to keep an at-large position on the city council, the city will be legally required to add a sixth ward. As reported by The Globe, the City of Reno introduced Senate Bill...

Developers Contribute To Mayor’s Campaign Coffers, Reno Land Deals Follow

November 4, 2022 5:33 pm

Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve has received tens of thousands of dollars from a variety of developers. In turn, these donations seemingly guarantee city council approval for massive development projects for affordable housing. Although Reno, like many cities, face a housing affordability crisis, many of these approved developments remain largely unfinished...

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Washoe County Commissioner Mike Clark and County Manager Eric Brown Clash Over Reno’s Community Assistance Center

Reno City Manager Doug Thornley Steps Down, Remains Through Fiscal Year

Progressive Activist Announces Bid For Reno City Council

Despite Mayor Schieve’s Heartburn, Reno Will Add A Sixth Ward

Developers Contribute To Mayor’s Campaign Coffers, Reno Land Deals Follow

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