Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board Meeting June 01, 2026

The City of Reno Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board met on June 1, 2026, to discuss several key redevelopment and operational issues. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the operational assessment of the Parking Gallery at 135 North Sierra, including management inefficiencies, underutilization, and recommendations for a new parking operator through a procurement process. The board discussed potential rate adjustments, capital improvement plans, and the need for a structural engineering assessment, with an emphasis on balancing operational costs and future revenue. The board passed a motion recommending acceptance of the parking assessment report, further capital improvement analysis, and initiating an RFP for a new parking operator. Additionally, the board reviewed an unsolicited letter of interest from Bter LLC regarding leasing and potential purchase of redevelopment agency-owned land adjacent to City Plaza. Public comments expressed concerns about privatizing public space, and board members debated options including further due diligence and possibly issuing a broader RFP. The board recommended forwarding the proposal to the redevelopment agency board with comments and concerns for further consideration, emphasizing the need to explore the highest and best use of the property while preserving public access. No final decisions on leasing or sale were made, and the board highlighted the importance of community input and adherence to city policies and statutes in future actions.