Ward 1 Neighborhood Advisory Board Meeting - April 13, 2026

The City of Reno Ward 1 Neighborhood Advisory Board met on April 13, 2026, to discuss several development and financial matters. Key procurement-related discussions included a major deviation request for the Starfield 1 multifamily housing project near the University of Nevada, Reno, which involves reducing the front setback to accommodate fire safety access. The developer detailed project features such as secure biometric entry, parking provisions, and community amenities, emphasizing the project's benefits to the neighborhood and addressing concerns about access and maintenance. Another agenda item involved the abandonment of a portion of East Fifth Street to return the land to adjacent private owners, facilitating better property use and security. The board also received a comprehensive financial update from the city's finance director, highlighting ongoing budget challenges due to declining revenues, staffing freezes, and capital project funding. Discussions touched on the city's debt management, budget balancing strategies, and the impact of state tax policies on municipal finances. Board members expressed interest in legislative engagement to address revenue limitations and requested future presentations from the city's policy and strategy department. No formal votes on procurement contracts were recorded, but motions to approve the meeting agenda and minutes passed unanimously.