Press Conference | May 12, 2026

This City of Reno press conference held on May 12, 2026, focused primarily on leadership changes within the Reno Police Department. Cory Solferino was officially appointed as the new Chief of Police, pending ratification by the City Council on May 20. The city manager announced the termination without cause of the former Chief and two Assistant Chiefs, citing the need for new leadership grounded in accountability, transparency, and community trust. The discussion included details about ongoing independent investigations, the administrative process related to the terminated employees, and the department's commitment to evidence-based policing and modernization. Financial aspects mentioned included the cost of $168,000 owed to Washoe County for services related to the acting chief and other personnel, with a previously requested budget of $2 million noted but not expected to be fully expended. No new procurement contracts or capital projects were discussed during the meeting.