5/11/2026 North Valleys CAB Meeting

The North Valleys Citizens Advisory Board meeting held on May 11, 2026, in Washoe County, Nevada, focused primarily on regional transportation and infrastructure projects. Paul Nelson from the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) provided a detailed update on ongoing and planned projects, including a $4.6 billion 20-year regional transportation plan with 107 identified projects. Key projects discussed included the Military Road capacity and safety improvements, Lemon Drive traffic and flood resiliency project, and the Northeast Connector feasibility study. Funding sources such as federal grants, fuel taxes, sales taxes, and regional road impact fees were explained, with emphasis on challenges posed by declining fuel tax revenues due to increased electric vehicle usage. The RTC also highlighted partnerships with local colleges for traffic signal timing and public transit operations, including a youth ride-free pilot program. Several public comments raised concerns about project timelines, traffic congestion, and the adequacy of planning and communication. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were mentioned, but the discussion included budget allocations and funding mechanisms for capital improvement projects.