Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting | June 26, 2026

The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on June 26, 2026, primarily addressing the levying of property tax rates for fiscal year 2026-27 as certified by the Nevada Tax Commission. The board unanimously approved resolution R26-000033 to levy the tax rates, with no increase in the tax rate. Public comments expressed concerns about high taxes and government accountability. The meeting also focused extensively on ratifying a state of emergency declaration following a significant flash flood and mudslide in Hidden Valley on June 19, 2026. County officials detailed the emergency response efforts, including debris removal and infrastructure repair, and discussed pursuing state and federal funding opportunities for long-term flood mitigation and homeowner assistance. Commissioners emphasized ongoing communication with residents and proactive planning to improve community resilience. No new tax increases or procurement contracts were approved during this meeting, but the emergency declaration may enable future funding and contracting related to disaster recovery and infrastructure improvements.