- Planninng Agenda - July 14, 2009
Master Plan & Zone change River Road, Dayton; Master Plan change - Santa Maria Ranch, Dayton; Master Plan hearings.....
- Commissioner Agenda - July 2, 2009
Jail update; Jail consulting services contract; Planning issues.......
- Commissioner agenda
Review of legislative session; Renewal of lobbying contract for Mary Walker; County manager update on Jail..........
June 15, 2009
- Western art demo: Building baskets from lariat ropes - June 18, 2009
Beginning at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, the Historical Society of Dayton Valley is sponsoring an evening with Jeff Myers, a talented Fallon cowboy who “builds baskets” from a variety of materials with a lariat rope.........
- Planning Commission Agenda - Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Review of draft ordinances; Master Plan Workshop; Special Use Permit hearings.....
- Do not stray from the Electoral College
A vote in support of AB413 is debunking the very philosophy Nevada’s representative interests are based on. Congressional and Nevada Assembly and Senate Districts are based on a population formula....
May 13, 2009
- Revised list of proposed personnel cuts
A revised list of proposed personnel cuts to be proposed for the the Lyon County final Budget.....
May 13, 2009
- Commissioner agenda - Final budget meeting
Monday, May 18, 2009 - Commissioners will approve all final budgets.....
- Chairman of CLCP&RC resigns over open meeting law allegation
The resignation comes on the heels of an Open Meeting Law violation charge by Silver Springs resident John Hubbell, also a member of the CLCP&RC........
May 12, 2009
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, May 7, 2009
More space for voting machines delayed; space for Community Health Nurse sought; Juvenile Master Judge........
- Low bidder wins argument for road contract
Rye said it was not fair to base a decision on one small project, but Commissioners should take an overall look at the work done by SNC...........
May 9, 2009
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, May 7, 2009
Selection of CDBG awards; Amend of Central Lyon county Park & Rec bylaws; Modify Dayton and Walker Justice court boundaries.....
- The Lyon County Business Council Presents: Monthly Free Community Concerts
Saturday, May 30, 2009 at May Rancher's Roundup, at Dayton Valley Floral & Nursery, 209 Dayton Valley Road in Dayton.....
- NewsDesk Survey summary
It is time to address the very unscientific 2009 NewsDesk survey. I don’t think there is anything particularly surprising in the results, nor in the particular concerns.....
April 27, 2009
- Planning Agenda - Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Special use permit reviews; Master Plan workshop; Draft ordinance proposals - manufactured housing, special use permits.....
- Dayton High School Band Uniform Fundraiser
Friday, April 24th at Dayton High School
- Commissioner workshop agenda
3. Discussion on all Lyon County Facilities items, including but not limited to jail, building projects, grounds and future projects......
April 19, 2009
- Another vacation
Hopefully, the month of May will prove to be a little more active for NewsDesk.....
April 8, 2009
- Northern Nevada Tea Party
On April 15, 2009, from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm, a nonpartisan group of outraged citizens from around Northern Nevada are going to participate in an event resembling the classic tax revolt that gave rise to the American Revolution.......
April 8, 2009
- Commissioner decisions - March 19, 2009
Dayton Community structural design contract; Support of state wilderness resolution; Settlement with State agency over Silver City Community Center costs........
- Commissioner agenda - April 2, 2009
Smith's Market Liquor License revocation; NNDA & WNDA reports on services provides; County project status report.....
- GOVERNOR TO ACCEPT ALL UNEMPLOYMENT STIMULUS FUNDS
Governor Jim Gibbons today announced he will accept all unemployment funds
available to Nevada in the Stimulus Package. The total amount available to Nevada in
unemployment insurance stimulus dollars is over $291 million......
- Tentative Budget balanced on proposed personnel cuts
Faced with dwindling tax revenues, Lyon County Commissioners faced some tough decisions in arriving at a balanced 2009-10 Tentative Budget, including the potential elimination of the equivalent of 19 full time positions......
March 24, 2009
- CDBG awarded...Stimulus package allows second opportunity
CDBG grant funding will allow the Silver Springs Mutual Water Company to begin the process of bringing their water treatment facility into compliance with Federal regulations regarding arsenic in drinking water.
March 23, 2009
- Justice Court boundaries to change for Silver Springs
Residents of Silver Springs running afoul of the law will soon be under the jurisdiction of the Walker River Justice Court.....
March 20, 2009
- Planning Commission Agenda - Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Master Plan workshop; SUP review for Thompson/Pearson hardship exemption - Rowan Gulch Road, Mark Twain...
March 20, 2009
- Heritage Ranch PUD map extension denied
To avoid being locked into the original conditions of approval, Lyon County Commissioners last week denied a request for the approval of a 211 unit PUD phasing plan....
March 13, 2009
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, March 19, 2009
Justice Court redistricting; Discussion SJR2 - Wilderness designations; Budget workshops......
march 13, 2009
- GOVERNOR RESPONDS TO COMMENTS BY SENATORS
If Senator Horsford considers the Governor of this State a “coward” for refusing to be an ardent supporter of a tax increase, then I think our new Senate Majority Leader has made it perfectly clear to Nevadans that he not only plans to raise taxes, but intends to do so with great zeal and enthusiasm.”
March 11, 2009
- Commissioner decisions
Solid waste agreement; Public Defender report; Animal control report........
March 11, 2009
- No new court clerk for Dayton Justice Court
"We need you guys to work with us and try and figure out how we cover to make sure you have the personnel to try to do the job that is necessary because the court is not the only department that will have cuts.”
March 9, 2009
- Dayton's Annual Oodles of Noodles Contest
8th Annual Oodles of Noodles contest - Registration & Booth registration
March 4, 2009
- Commissioner agenda - March 5, 2009
Heritage Ranch Subdivision phasing plan; Solid waste franchise agreement; Court Clerk hiring for Dayton JP Court......
February 27, 2009
- Commissioner decisons - February 19, 2009
Solid waste frnachise agreement; Borda property donation; Dayton Justice Court hiring.....
February 26, 2009
- Planning Commission agenda - Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Special Use Permit reviews; Master Plan workshop.....
February 26, 2009
- GOVERNOR ASKS BOARD OF REGENTS TO APPOINT LIAISON
The Nevada Board of Regents today sent a letter distancing themselves from incendiary and fictitious accusations made by Nevada State Higher Education Chancellor Jim Rogers in a recent newspaper editorial in the Nevada Appeal newspaper......
February 23, 2009
- Survey update
I have had several individuals approach me noting they would love to respond to my survey (see associated article), but fear for their jobs if they had to put their names on their response.....
February 23, 2009
- County distances itself from future USA Parkway financial obligations
Fearing future financial burdens, Lyon County turned down a request to be the signee for requested right-of-way easements on BLM lands associated with the proposed USA Parkway.......
February 23, 2009
- Teacher responds to Assemblyman's views
It makes me chuckle when I read opinions written by someone who isn’t part of the education system, I’m referring to Ed. Goedhart’s editorial on school vouchers.....
February 17, 2009
- County Manager answers to Silver Springs Master Plan petition
I am somewhat unclear as to the intent of the petition as Lyon County neither supports nor discourages a third party master plan process.......
- County Manager responds to Silver Springs USA Parkway petition
The petition references that “some” Lyon County Commissioners are supporting public funding for USA Parkway. I have no direct knowledge of that assumption and would suggest that the Commissioner(s) in question be asked that directly......
February 17, 2009
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, February 19, 2009
Solid waste franchise agreement; Mason Town skate park; Borda property land donation.....
February 13, 2009
- Silver Springs present petitions to the county
Petitions address the USA Parkway and the Silver Springs privately funded master plan.
February 13, 2009
- NewsDesk survey
At the request of a few folks, NewsDesk is asking its readers to participate in a little survey. If you are a Lyon County resident, please take a few minutes to answer the following questions......
February 10, 2009
- School Board Question & Answer session
Public forum - in Dayton. February 18, 2009...
February 10, 2009
- Letter to the Editor - County Manager
On Saturday February 7th, 2009 I had the pleasure of spending my morning in Silver Springs, at a Coffee with the Manager meeting.....
February 10, 2009
- Guest commentary - Assemblyman Ed Goedhart
School Choice: Less Money, Better Results....
February 9, 2009
- Dayton Valley Dog Park accepting contributions
The funds donated would be used for the cost of grading the land, purchasing fencing and gates, labor costs and other costs necessary to build the park.....
February 6, 2009
- Dayton Chamber Business success Workshops
Monthly workshops February 26 through June 25.....
February 5, 2009
- Important Silver Springs meetings
Coffee With the county manager and local commissioner, Monday, March 2, 2009....
February 5, 2009
- Commissioner agenda - February 5, 2009
Development process improvement actions; Ordinance proposal to amend county codes to establish process and procedures for donsideration of land development agreements.....
January 30, 2009
- Commissioners appointed to boards
Commissioners agreed to the following annual appointments to the following County and State Boards:
January 28, 2009
- 2009 Lincoln Day Dinner Schedule
Carson City - Congressman Dean Heller, speaker; Washoe County -Michael Reagan, speaker
January 24, 2009
- Commissioner decisions - January 15, 2009
Dayton Dog and Bike Parks; Brothel owner's request to change name of NV50 restaurant/bar; Silver Springs Airport questions.........
January 24, 2009
- Commentary - Appointment process offers considerable insight into Lyon County politics
Taking personal agendas out of the issue, there is no question that with two well-qualified candidates available, the appointee to the Planning Commission should have been unanimously approved as one from one of the unrepresented areas of Lyon County.......
January 23, 2009
- Commissoner agenda - Workshop January 29, 2009
To be held at the Jeanne Dini Cultural Center: Overview of budget; Roles of commissoners and staff; Communication skills....
January 22, 2009
- Planning agenda - February 10, 2009
Presentation relating to the U.S.A. Parkway; Master Plan workshop......
January 22, 2009
- Planning vacancy filled
“I am confused. I spent six years on the planning Commission. When somebody applies that has experience that is from a unique area that is not acceptable, I am curious as to why not.”
January 17, 2009
- New Dayton Justice of the Peace appointed
“I don’t think it is our responsibility to move someone up the ladder. … I think our responsibility is to assess the candidate who is the most qualified to take the job tomorrow,” Roberts told the board.....
January 16, 2009
- Master Plan Public Hearing schedule
The public is invited to attend Workshops in their local communities to review and identify key Land Use Mapping
issues that should be considered during the preparation of the County’s Comprehensive Master Plan....
January 16, 2009
- Commissioner agenda - January 15, 2009
Appointment to Planning Commission - applicants named; Appointment to Dayton Justice of the Peace - finalists named......
January 10, 2009
- Letter to Editor - SS resident supports private master plan
Everyone should sigh a breath of relief that someone finally took the initiative to form a public task force, hold meetings, and get the ball rolling, within and for this community, instead of waiting around for the County to dictate our future.......
January 7, 2009
- Resident questions Silver Springs Private Master Plan proposal
I cannot not find anywhere in public records by the County Commissioners or the Planning Commission wherein those respective boards approve, condone or support participation in a privately funded master plan creation for Silver Springs. I do, however, see official records wherein taxpayer money is authorized to hire a county-wide planning consultant and planning staff to support a county-wide master plan......
January 6, 2009
- Mound House processing plant still subject of complaints
Lyon County Commissioners listened once again to testimony from staff and neighbors telling of a strong molasses smelling odor coming from the mineral processing mill....
January 2, 2009
- Commissioners recommend SSMWC for CDBG funding
County will submit the SSMWC application and fund SS Airport improvements....
january 2, 2009
- Free Concert - "A Cowboy New Year in Nevada"
The Lyon County Business Council Welcomes 2009 with a FREE Community Performance of:
"A Cowboy New Year in Nevada"......Tomorrow we will be presenting a $500 check to Wild Horse Preservation during our free concert.
December 26, 2008
- An Urgent Appeal From Lt. Governor Brian Krolicki
I am respectfully requesting your generous financial help before the end of 2008 to provide critically important assistance to my newly established legal defense fund.....
December 26, 2008
- Governor continues efforts to stop foreclosures
Governor thanks banks for first steps in resolving mortgage problems.....
December 24, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - December 18, 2008
Remaining commissioner decisions of December 18 - Bailiff for Judge Rogers; Extension of County Master Plan contract.......
December 23, 2008
- Waste services franchise fees set
Waste services franchise fees to go up 2-percent.....
December 22, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - January 5, 2009
Swearing in of newly elected officials; Approval of franchise agreement with Waste Management; Energy Feasibility Analysis for County........
December 22, 2008
- Planning Agenda - January 13, 2009
Canyon Creek SUP; Master Plan workshop.....
December 22, 2008
- Translator sites to be privatized
On February 19, 2009 all analog stations will be gone and Lyon County residents will no longer be able to receive programming without cable or satellite reception. Channel 8 out of Reno will make the conversion January 5, 2009......
December 19, 2008
- Public Notice of Planning Commission Vacancy
Letters of interest will be accepted until January 8, 2009 at 5:00 P.M........
December 19, 2008
- Waste services franchise fee to be determined
The County will consider franchise rates - varying between 2-percent to 8-percent - for services..........
December 15, 2008
- CDBG grant applications
Two CDBG grant applications will be heard by the commissioners on Thursday.....only one will be recommended.
December 15, 2008
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, December 18, 2008
Art Wilson SUP; waste disposal franchise fees; Operation, maintenance of TV translators; Community Development Block Grant selection....
- Officials comment on effect of Legislative budget cuts
It appears Lyon County may not be impacted by the recent legislative budget cuts to the severe degree other rural counties will…but they will be affected........
December 12, 2008
- Assemblyman Grady addresses State financial issues
In anticipation of Monday’s Special Session, Assemblyman Tom Grady spoke to the financial crisis at last Thursday’s (December 4, 2008) Lyon County Commission meeting, forewarning the board of possible cuts to county funding sources and the borrowing from the Local Government Pooled Investment Fund.....
December 9, 2008
- What's the hurry?
We all assume a vacancy will occur. We all know it is the County Commission’s job to appoint a replacement – but why isn’t that decision being left until sometime after the new board convenes January 5, 2009?
December 9, 2008
- GOVERNOR TO SIGN EXECUTIVE ORDER CALLING FOR SPECIAL SESSION
Governor Jim Gibbons will sign an Executive Order on Friday December 5, 2008 calling for a Special Session of the Nevada Legislature to consider matters involving Nevada’s budget crisis.....
December 4, 2008
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, December 4, 2008
Presentation of Nevada's financial situation; Franchise agreement for solid waste disposal; Commercial zoning River Raod, Dayton.......
December 3, 2008
- Planning Agenda - Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Quilici Ranch parcel map; Geo-Nevada mining SUP review; County Code - Outdoor lighting ordinance............
November 24, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - November 20, 2008
Jail Supervisor incentive compensation; Justice of teh Peace replacement process; Snow removal contracts.......
November 23, 2008
- Site for jail/safety complex still up for debate
Commissioner Don Tibbals said if the county did get the property, he would anticipate moving the Dayton court and other county facilities to the site – and if the new jail ever comes to fruition, it could also be considered for this spot.....
November 22, 2008
- County to move forward with jail project
The struggling economy has Lyon County officials concerned as to just what to do regarding the proposed expansion and remodel of the Yerington jail complex......
November 21, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, November 20, 2008
Possible action to select jail site; Possible action to cease all further action relating to the jail issue until further direction by commissioners; Process to select replacement for JP Bill Rodgers......
November 17, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, November 6, 2008
Commissioner decisions of November 6, 2008.....
November 13, 2008
- A journey well spent
If a marriage can survive a 2-1/2 month journey with the wife as “navigator” – you know you can survive anything!!
November 11, 2008
- Donna Kristaponis Campaign Contribution/Expense Report
Donna Kristaponis – 2nd Filing of Campaign Contirbution & Expense Report…covering expenses through October 28, 2008. The 3rd report for all candidates is due January 15, 2009.......
November 10, 2008
- Minor Ranch zone changes approved
Disregarding unanimous Advisory Board and Planning Commission denials, and Planning Department recommendations, Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday approved requested land use zone changes on approximately 1026 acres of the Minor family ranch......
November 8, 2008
- Lyon County Commissioner Agenda
Lyon County Commissioner agenda - Thursday, November 6, 2008........
October 30, 2008
- Commissioner Candidate Chuck Roberts Campaign Contribution and Expense Report - Second Filing Period
For those who have expressed interest and concern regarding Chuck Robert's comapaign contributions and expenses......
October 29, 2009
- Commentary - District 1 Commission race
In light of some comments received from Donna Kristaponis and her supporters– and Donna’s forwarding to all living beings of a rather lengthy dissertation – full of numerous misleading innuendos - I think a few last words regarding the intense and increasingly nasty race for District 1 Commissioner would be appropriate......
October 28, 2008
- Lyon County Planning Commission - Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Doll, Musgrave Zone change, River Road, Dayton; Quilici Ranch parcel map 530 acres; Master Plan workshop.......
October 26, 2008
- Letter of endorsement - Kristaponis
"Could it be that Donna has support from development/water/pro-growth related interests due to the fact that they have dealt with her in the past, know her and like her?"
October 18, 2008
- NewsDesk endorsements for remaining races
Endorsements for President; State Supreme Court; Assembly District 38; State School Board.........
October 15, 2008
- A few last photos of Fall
A few additional photos of the ever changing colors….and what is to come!
October 14, 2008
- Letter of endorsement for Roberts
Letter of endorsement for Roberts: "When you look at the two candidates Candidate Contribution and Expense Report, you will find that Ms. Kristaponis reports 25 monetary donations, only 7 of which come from within Lyon County. Eight or more of Ms. Kristaponis’ donors represent development or corporations. George Peek, Dwight Millard, John Block and Mark Rotter all support Ms. Kristaponis....."
October 14, 2008
- Letter of endorsement - Kristaponis
"We need someone from our area who is independent and who will stand up for us. Donna Kristaponis has shown us repeatedly that she will be available and open to listening to conflicting views...."
October 14, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, October 16, 2008
Hearing on various fees for Mound House/Dayton water and sewer; Approval of design/build teams for proposed safety complex.........
October 11, 2008
- Fall in New England
October 10, 2008
- Letters of endorsement for Roberts
Two letters of endorsement for Commissioner candidate Chuck Roberts.......
October 10, 2008
- NewsDesk Commissioner District 1 endorsement
The first of several endorsements relating to Lyon County races.......
October 8, 2008
- Letter to Editor - Former Sheriff endorses candidate
Former Lyon County Sheriff Sid Smith endorses District 1 Commissioner Candidate
october 7, 2008
- Pllanning Commission Agenda - October 12, 2008
Minor Ranch; SUP reviews; Master Plan workshop.....
September 15, 2008
- Update - Animal Control Officer firing
NewsDesk received a few notes asking as to the status of the contested recent firing of an Animal Control Officer following the officer’s putting down of an allegedly sick horse....
September 15, 2008
- Informational Editorial on Proposition 5 - Angle Tax restraint proposal
The following is information relating to the Angle Tax Initiative as provided by Sharron Angle and We the People. It is under protest in the Nevada Courts, but it will appear as Quesstion 5 on your November ballot. Those with opposing points of view are welcome to submit them to NewsDesk.
September 12, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, September 18, 2008
Meeting will be held in Fernley. County Manager annual performance review; Protest to bid award for Crystal Clear Water company project: Amendments to Citizens Advisory Council handbook.......
- Planning Commission Agenda
River Road commercial - consideration of commissioner approval; Minor Ranch zone change; master Plan workshop.....
August 29, 2008
- County Commission agenda
Jail RFQ/RFP possible amendment; Planning issues........
September 4, 2008
- Silver Springs Clean Air Task Force issues statement
"No one in the volunteer group is or has been looking to close down an industry, eliminate jobs. Yet, the company and some Lyon County officials seem to feel "mistrust" as to the intentions of the community Clean Air Task Force."
August 29, 2008
- Commentary - Bridges and Elections
Well, at least Commissioner Tibbals’ plan to gut road improvements in support of building an unneeded bridge at taxpayer expense won’t have to be debated.....
August 29, 2008
- A little break in the action...
As of Thursday morning (August 14) I am off on an extended trip. NewsDesk mailings will be a little sparse from now ‘til November; however, I will try when possible to send Commissioner meeting updates and a commentary or two on the political affairs of Lyon County....
August 12, 2008
- Commissioner Campaign Contributions & Expenditures - Period I
Kristaponis leads the pack by a developer's bundle.....
August 9, 2008
- No shame
The four commissioners who so casually voted in support of this most recent abomination should be ashamed (Goodman, Milz, Tibbals, McPherson) – but I don’t believe that is possible at this point. You have to have a conscience to feel shame – and I saw no hint of that today!
August 7, 2008
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, August 7, 2008
Planning issues: Highlands Group Master Plan amendment; Stanton Park Master Plan amendment; Dessert Hills Dairy SUP.....Citizens Advisory Council Handbook revisons....
August 3, 2008
- Commentary - The facts on Commissioner Tibbals dealings with the County; A troubling Santa Maria Ranch request
I don’t think swapping 32 one-acre lots for 32 4,867 square foot lots, or create almost 3,000 lots in an area currently designated for 188 home sites is what is expected to happen with a plan “adopted in perpetuity.”
August 1, 2008
- State Treasurer's Office Issues $3.5 million in General Obligation bonds
As provided for in Assembly Bill 5 of the recently held Special Legislative Session, the Interim Finance Committee could allocate some of the $18 million premium received on the bond sale to Department of Transportation or capital improvement projects as they see fit.
August 1, 2008
- Planning Commission Agenda - August 12, 2008
Santa Maria Ranch PUD and Tentative Map modifications; Perry subdivision Tentative map......
- Commissioner decisions - July 17, 2008
Jail finance bond; Facilities update; 41 miss Advisory Board training sessions.......
July 24, 2008
- Early voting schedule in Dayton explained
"The hours for early voting in Dayton are a means to make it more convenient for voters than in the past when we only had early voting in the outlying areas 1 night per week...."
July 24, 2008
- Early voting schedule - Lyon County
Early voting schedule for Lyon County communities......
July 22, 2008
- Public should question Commissioner Tibbals' actions
Commissioners should save statements equivalent to character assassination for private conversations. And elected officials with probable issues with the planning department should not be harassing employees of the planning department – publicly or privately......
July 22, 2008
- Tibbals proposes halting RTC programs and using funds for Dayton bridge project
Updated explanation from Road Manager......
July 18, 2008
- Commission Chair calls for Planning Director firing
An informal workshop discussion at Thursday’s Lyon County commission meeting concluded with the Lyon County Commission Chairman calling for the County’s contracted engineer and the Planning director to be fired.....
July 17, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, July 17, 2008
Jail fianancing resolution; Waste Management Franchise Agreement; Advisory Board Training; Workshop re: developer discussions.....
July 11, 2008
- A Bureaucratic Encounter
I recently had a close encounter of the bureaucratic kind!
July 9, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - July 3, 2008
Waste Management agreement; Property nuisance; Kordonoway drainage easement.....
July9, 2008
- When will the Road GID re-surface
Before you cast your vote for Commissioner on August 12 and/or on November 4, perhaps you should inquire as to how the candidates stand on this issue.....
July 2, 2008
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, July 3, 2008
9:30 A.M.-DAYTON DEVELOPMENT GROUP/PROJECT ONE – SPECIAL USE PERMIT – Request for a special use permit to construct a 79,000 sq ft casino with a future hotel expansion of 250 rooms on a 10.75 acre portion of the Traditions, Village One, Planned Unit Development (PUD), located at Traditions Parkway and Highway 50, Dayton; Kordonowy drainage easement study.......
June 30, 2008
- Governor's statement regarding Special Session bills
THE GOVERNOR ISSUED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT TODAY AFTER
SIGNING THE BILLS FROM THE SPECIAL SESSION BALANCING THE
BUDGET FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE BIENNIUM
June 30, 2008
- Planning Agenda - Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Highlands Group/Nevada Reno Industrial - Master Plan text Amendment, Zoning text amendment, master plan amendment; Palmer Court Condos, Lakes Blvd., Dayton.....
June 30, 2008
- Photos of the week
A little visitor; Along a nearby trail to a beautiful waterfall.....
June 27, 2008
- Silver City Community Center insurance issue continues to boil
"....This has been a long convoluted process in which the POOL has attempted to stall or negate the process to their advantage. The County is tired of being taken advantage of and we will pursue a favorable outcome in a timely and aggressive fashion..."
June 27, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - June 19, 2008
County Insurance coverage approved, reluctantly; NDOT presentation of County road projects......
June 24, 2008
- June in Montana - Photos of the Day
A few photos of the countryside......
June 24, 2008
- Governor delays Special Session
Governor Jim Gibbons today announced he will delay the call of the Special Session of the Legislature until Friday to give Legislative and Executive Branch staff more time to prepare in the face of continuing declines in important economic indicators and today’s forecast by the Economic Forum....
June 20, 2008
- NewsDesk back online - Governor postpones Special Session
Well, another problem resolved!
June 20, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, June 19, 2008
NDOT 2009 Lyon County projects; Report - Truckee Canal status; County fee resolution...
June 14, 2008
- TAX AMNESTY SET TO BEGIN JULY 1ST
Governor Jim Gibbons’ tax amnesty program, designed to generate additional revenue for the state’s General Fund, is scheduled to take effect July 1 following the unanimous approval of the Nevada Tax Commission this morning.....
June 2, 2008
- Jail location - delay is apparently the name of the game
Aside from wondering why this offer of free property appeared at the table after so many long months and years of discussion, I have to wonder – again – does this board really want - or have the fortitude - to resolve this politically charged issue in a judicious manner?
June 2, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, June 5, 2008
Truckee Canal update; MVFPD 8-cent tax override; Ordinance establishing requirements for dedication or relinquishment of water rights.....
June 1, 2008
- LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE APPROVES BUDGET CUTS
The Legislature’s Interim Finance Committee today approved 4.5
percent, across-the-board cuts to the current state budget to help meet the state’s ongoing
revenue shortfall....
May24, 2008
- Planning Agenda - Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Presentation draft flood plain plan; Pony Express Commercial Center, River Road, Dayton; Casino - Traditions; Master Plan workshop.....
- Casino proposed for Traditions community
The initial phase of development will include construction of a 79,000 square foot gaming facility complete with two restaurants. Subsequent phases will provide additional gaming space, an additional restaurant, 250 hotel rooms and meeting space.....
May 24, 2008
- Initiative Petitions - Update and explanations
Three Initiative Petitions have been filed and signatures are being verified by each of the 17 counties to see if the NRS have been complied with.....
May 22, 2008
- GOVERNOR VISITING TROOPS IN MIDDLE EAST
Governor Jim Gibbons has traveled to the Middle East to visit United States military and Nevada National Guard troops defending our country in the Global War on Terror....
May 20, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - May 15, 2008
Remaining decisions from May 15, 2008 Commission meeting........
May 21, 2008
- Jail site debate continues
A new twist in the enduring Lyon County jail debate has put the issue into question - once again....
May 19, 2008
- Expanded SPPC Six Mile substation will be built on current site
Despite protests from area homeowners, Sierra Pacific Power Company has received approval to expand the Mark Twain substation on the existing site.....
May 16, 2008
- GOVERNOR SIGNS EMERGENCY REGULATIONS TO PROTECT CHILDREN BORN IN PRISONS
Governor Jim Gibbons today signed emergency regulations to help ensure children born to Nevada prison inmates are placed in the custody of a responsible caregiver....
May 16, 2008
- GOVERNOR DIRECTS CDC REPORT TO STATE WEB
Governor Jim Gibbons and Department of Health and Human Services Director Mike Willden today directed the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) be posted to the state’s Web site for easy access by citizens....
- Four options offered to resolve SPPC Mark Twain expansion plans
In addition to continuing discussions with nearby property owners to try and address their concerns, SPPC has provided the County with four alternative site proposals, including estimated potential costs to the County ratepayers in a variety of ways – all Lyon County residents; unincorporated ratepayers only; or, only the rate payers served by the Mark Twain substation....
May 13, 2008
- Commissioners to again discuss location of Safety Complex
In light of a potential offer of property in silver Springs being brought forward in discussions with interested parties that could influence previous Commission comments and/or decisions, the issue is scheduled for further discussion at the May 15, 2008 Commission meeting.....
May 12, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, May 15, 2008
Jail RFQ/RFP and potential further discussion on location; Expansion/upgrade SPPC Mark Twain substation..........
May 11, 2008
- Complaints being levied regarding County fees
According to commissioners, a number of complaints are being levied regarding fees being charged to developers, contractors, etc. The County Manager wants to get to the facts and not just hear the rumors.....
May 9, 2008
- Help honor our troops - May 17 & 18 in Carson City
There is something fun for everyone, so please attend an event or two and show your support for our troops.....
May 8, 2008
- Nevada law would raise state gas tax if federal tax is cut
Motorists in Nevada might not see a savings at the pump if Congress approves a gasoline tax holiday touted by two presidential candidates, a state official said.....
May 8, 2008
- GOVERNOR SIGNS ORDER CREATING SAGE COMMISSION
The commission will review state government and provide the Governor recommendations for streamlining operations, improving customer service and maximizing the use of taxpayer dollars.....
May 7, 2008
- A second bridge - Let the developers pay!
I am of the long-standing belief a second bridge across the Carson River is not needed; however, if one is going to be built, not one penny of associated costs should come from County coffers...In fact, if the Commissioners genuinely feel a second bridge is needed, than stop all development on the south side of the river until developers dedicate the funding to build it!
May 6, 2008
- Lyon County - final candidate filings
Lyon County General Election Candidates 2008
May 6, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - May 1, 2008
Remaining decisions from the May 1, 2008 Lyon County Commission meeting....
May 6, 2008
- Executive order to create SAGE Commission
Governor Jim Gibbons tomorrow will sign the executive order creating Nevada’s Spending and Government Efficiency Commission, as well as introduce Bruce James as Commission Chairman.....
May 6, 2008
- STATE BUILDINGS SELECTED FOR ENERGY AUDIT
Nevada will participate in the Greening State Capitols energy audit program that is a partnership between the National Governors Association and Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Governor Jim Gibbons announced today....
May 6, 2008
- Governor proposes tax amnesty program
Governor Jim Gibbons today announced a proposal for a tax amnesty program designed to increase state revenue by collecting delinquent taxes and bringing additional businesses into the state’s tax system....
May 5, 2008
- Commentary - Another 180-degree turn
A “final” decision by the Lyon County Board of Commissioners must, by any sane individual, be taken as a standing joke....
May 5, 2008
- Roberts, Zierenberg to file for Commissioner
Mound House resident Chuck Roberts and Silver Springs Resident Rick Zierenberg have both told NewsDesk they will be entering the race for Commissioner in their respective districts....
May 5, 2008
- Hydraulic study for Cardelli-Sutro bridge crossing approved
Lyon County Commissioners unanimously approved an $18,340.00 hydraulic analysis study to assist with the feasibility study for a second bridge across the Carson River. The study will address the Cardelli - Sutro Road alignment only......
May 3, 2008
- Updates
Brief updates on Silver Springs odor; Access to Mark Twain park and SPPC expansion;Jail; election filings...
May 2, 2008
- Governor files for divorce
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons filed Friday for a divorce from first lady Dawn Gibbons, and also asked for a court ruling aimed at getting her out of the Governor’s Mansion....
May 2, 2008
- Wabuska PUD approved
Despite concerns from the planning staff, a majority of the planning commission and the Utilities Director, Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday unanimously approved a 160-acre Planned Unit Development in Wabuska. There are 39 conditions attached to the tentative map that must be met prior to Final Map approval.....
May 2, 2008
- Silver Springs resident posts April odor monitoring/Letter of frustration
"Yes, I am passionate about this issue - and the perception that our County will not look at their own ordinance possibilities; NRS 244.361 and NRS 244.3603 to act to regulate and abate this chronic nuisance of pollution of our breathable air......."
May 2, 2008
- GOVERNOR APPOINTS JODI STEPHENS LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR
Governor Jim Gibbons today announced the promotion of Jodi Stephens to Legislative Director, charging her with all gubernatorial initiatives during the 2009 Legislative Session.....
May 1, 2008
- GOVERNOR ANNOUNCES CREATION OF GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY COMMISSION
Governor Jim Gibbons today announced the creation of the Nevada Spending and Government Efficiency (SAGE) Commission and named Bruce James to serve as its chairman....
May 1, 2008
- Commission Agenda - Thursday, May 1, 2008
Diamond Hot Spring PUD; Bids for Hydraulic analysis for second bridge over Carson River in Dayton;
April 25, 2008
- Planning Commission Agenda - May 13, 2008
Highlands Group/Nevada Reno Industrial- Master Plan Text Amendment, Zoning Text Amendment, Master Plan Amendment.....
April 25, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, April 17, 2008
The remaining decisions from the April 17, 2008 Commission meeting.....
April 23, 2008
- County Engineer updates Board on priority projects
County Engineer Dick Faber probably felt a bit pummeled by the time he completed his April 17, 2008 update presentation to the Commission......
April 23, 2008
- County will foot drainage study costs for Dayton property
To resolve a longstanding drainage issue, Lyon County will pay engineering costs for a required engineering study of a Dayton property and associated drainage area on Schaad Lane, Dayton.....
April 22, 2008
- Yucca Mountain project continues to move forward
. “Even with the Nevada Congressional delegation officially against the effort, the process will continue because it is in the law. The law has not been changed. We have to do the will of Congress.”
April 20, 2008
- Resolution - End Lyon County Lands Bill
Official Resolution: Lyon County Commissioners ask all work on Land's Bill be ended
April 19, 2008
- Commissioners unanimously support end to Lyon County Land's Bill
As far as the Lyon County Commissioners are concerned, there will be no Lyon County Lands Bill........
April 19, 2008
- Six Mile Canyon Road access to Mark Twain ball fields a contentious issue
Is County approval of Sierra Pacific Power Company’s substation expansion plans contingent upon the power company’s agreement to move their Six Mile Canyon Road substation on to County property south of the Mark Twain ball fields?
April 18, 2008
- GOVERNOR SUPPORTS NEVADA LEGEND NORMAN KAYE
Governor Jim Gibbons today offered his support to Nevada Poet Laureate Emeritus Norman Kaye as he continues his recovery from a stroke.......
April 18, 2008
- Ramsey Commercial zoning confirmed by commissioners
The vote to change a sizable chunk of rural residential property the Ramsey Weeks Cutoff has been reconfirmed by the Lyon County Commissioners…and I still disagree with the decision......
April 17, 2008
- GOVERNOR ORDERS FLAGS AT HALF-STAFF TO HONOR NEVADA ARMY GUARD COMMAND SGT. MAJ. ENSIO TOSOLINI
Governor Jim Gibbons has requested that flags at the State Capitol complex be flown at half-staff today to honor the life and service of former Nevada Army Guard Command Sgt. Maj. Ensio Tosolini.....
- Commissioner decisions - April 3, 2008
Water rights applications; Mason Valley Fire District tax override; Mound House sewer district study.....
April 14, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, April 17, 2008
Presentation of planning process for Yucca Mountain Project; Water rights dedication requirements; Resolution opposing proposed Lyon County Land's Bill............
April 13, 2008
- Senator Reid responds to Nevada legislative concerns with wilderness proposal
I share your concerns with the extreme size of the wilderness proposal that has been presented by the Nevada Wilderness Coalition. There has been substantial confusion about the Coalition’s proposal which, to be clear, is not indorsed by me or any member of the Nevada Congressional delegation.....
April 11, 2008
- GOVERNOR AND LAWMAKERS REACH AGREEMENT ON SPENDING REDUCTIONS
Governor Jim Gibbons and a bipartisan panel of Legislative leaders have reached an agreement on state spending reductions to balance the Fiscal Years 2007-2009 state budget, the Governor announced Wednesday.....
- Kristaponis responds to Wilderness Coalition
The following are questions posed to Commissioner candidate Donna Kristaponis by the Coalition for Public Access: (Her response follows at the end of the Coalition letter........
April 9, 2008
- GOVERNOR GIBBONS STATEMENT ON DEATH OF ARMY SERGEANT TIMOTHY M. SMITH
Governor Jim Gibbons has issued the following statement regarding the death of Army Sergeant Timothy M. Smith of South Lake Tahoe, CA.....
April 9, 2008
- GOVERNOR’S TASK FORCE ON AUTO THEFT AND INSURANCE FRAUD TO HOLD INITIAL MEETING
Carson City, NV) – The initial meeting of the Nevada Auto Theft and Insurance Fraud Task Force is scheduled for Thursday morning in Las Vegas, the Governor announced Wednesday.....
April 9, 2008
- The Great Lyon County Jail Debacle
Even taking into consideration this Board’s commonly acknowledged political gamesmanship and posturing, one has to wonder if anyone has their head on straight and knows what the heck they are doing – or has the slightest concern as to what, in the reality of life, would actually be in the best interests of Lyon County taxpayers, not their political futures.......
April 7, 2008
- Presentation does little to enlighten County jail scenario
A presentation by representatives from a consulting firm specializing in jail construction options was greeted with little interest from County Commissioners......
April 5, 2008
- Press Release - Governor releases statement re: anniversary of MLK death
Governor Jim Gibbons has issued the following statement on the 40th anniversary of the assassination of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.......
April 4, 2008
- Governor makes temporary appointments to State Board of Medical Examiners
Governor Jim Gibbons has appointed three southern Nevada physicians to serve as temporary members of the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners, as well as a new permanent member to the Nevada State Health Board, the governor’s office announced Tuesday......
April 4, 2008
- Commissioners vent frustrations with Land's Bill Wilderness efforts
The Lyon County Lands Bill appears to have metamorphosed into a multi-county Wilderness Lands Bill – which, along with an apparently unanimous Commission, has a considerable number of residents of rural Nevada residents outraged and up in arms......
April 4, 2008
- Milz announces retirement
Although Lyon County Commissioner Bob Milz announced in February he was planning to run for reelection this year, he has now changed his mind......
April 3, 2008
- Press Release Governor Outlines New Revenue Projections
Carson City, NV) – Continuing declines in many of the revenue sources that build the state’s General Fund have prompted Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons and his fiscal staff to revise their revenue projections for the current biennium, the Governor announced Monday.......
April 1, 2008
- WILDERNESS MEETING NOTIFICATION 4/2/08!!
We need your involvement on 4/2/08. Please pass the word or forward this e-mail to your friends, family and organizations asking them to attend this meeting in Smith Valley. Post this flyer at businesses that will help us oppose a Wilderness designation in Lyon, Mineral Esmeralda and Douglas Counties........
March 31, 2008
- Jail consultant proposal to be presented to commissioners
A preliminary contract proposal outlining cost estimates for all alternatives relative to the proposed jail expansion or jail building project will be presented on Thursday to the Lyon County Commissioners....
March 31, 2008
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, April 3, 2008
Lahontan Commercial Investments Ramsey/Weeks - MP amendment and zone change; Jail site and cost initial assessment & analysis; Water rights re: Hualapai Flats basin; Emergency operations issues......
March 28, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, March 20, 2008
Remaining decisions from the March 20 meeting: Manufactured Home ordinance changes; Dayton Fifty, LLC MP changes; Highway 50 property to be taken out of private ownership for flood plain protection....
March 28, 2008
- Press Release - CDBG Advisory Committee Announces Recommendations
Lyon County sponsored the Continuum of Care grant (which is all of eligible rural Nevada) It was recommended to received full funding of $43,666.00 and the Silver Springs Youth Center was recommended to receive $20,000 for a feasibility study. They requested $53,531.00. The governor must first approve the recommendations of the advisory board before its set in stone.
March 27, 2008
- NEVADA ‘VIGILANT GUARD’ EXERCISE TO SIMULATE DISASTER
A major emergency preparedness exercise involving dozens of local and
state agencies, including National Guard troops from five western states and Guam, will be staged
in Northern Nevada June 12-19, Gov. Jim Gibbons announced today.....
March 26, 2008
- Resolution as approved
WHEREAS, Lyon County Code 10.13.02 states under Cultural Resources, Recreation, Wildlife, Fisheries and Wilderness, Policies, 3, “No additional Wilderness Areas shall be designated in Lyon County’......
March 26, 2008
- "No Additional Wilderness Areas in Lyon County" resolution passes
Lyon County Commissioners last week unanimously supported a resolution barring any further Federal Wilderness designations in Lyon County......
March 26, 2008
- County Manager passes first test
After six months on the job, Lyon County Manager Dennis Stark appears to have made a favorable impression on his five bosses.....
March 25, 2008
- No answers, yet, to mysterious Silver Springs odor
Residents suffering exposure to a lingering, but mysterious Silver Springs odor found no quick solution to the problem in their request for action from the Lyon County Board of Commissioners.....
March 24, 2008
- Planning Agenda - Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Diamond Hot Springs PUD; Carson River Estates Phase III Tentative Subdivision Map; Master Plan Workshop.........
March 24, 2008
- 1/4-cent sales tax increase approved
Presented a modified service plan and reduced estimated costs, Lyon County Commissioners approved a ¼-cent sales tax dedicated to help fund a public safety complex; however, whether it will be an addition and remodel to the Yerington facility, or a new complex in central Lyon County may still be up for debate.....
March 21, 2008
- Commissioners to revisit 1/4-cent sales tax
Lyon County commissioners tomorrow will revisit the imposition of a ¼-cent sales tax to help fund the addition and remodel of the Yerington safety complex.....
March 19, 2008
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, March 20, 2008
Public hearings to adopt Sales Tax Service Plan and 1/4-cent tax for Public Safety Complex Addition and Remodel; Dayton Fifty LLC M/P amendment and zone change; Highway 50 Dayton traffic light; Possible action SUP Selma Wood Processing Plant; "No additional wilderness areas in Lyon County" resolution; County Manager six-month performance review.....
March 14, 2008
- Special Commissioner meeting - budget discussions - Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Budget workshops......
March 13, 2008
- Commentary - Money - the necessary evil of politics
Money is a legitimate concern. Lyon County has grown at record levels over the past decade. Realistically, money is needed to get a candidate’s name and agenda out to the growing number of voters.....
March 12, 2008
- GOVERNOR APPOINTS BEN KIECKHEFER PRESS SECRETARY
Kieckhefer spent several years as a government reporter and then moved into public relations, issue advocacy and government affairs.....
March 12, 2008
- GOVERNOR NAMES NEW GAMING COMMISSIONER
Dr. Tony Alamo to join Nevada Gaming Commission.....
March 12, 2008
- Crystal Darkness Training program
On Thursday March 13th at 3:00pm we will be holding a press conference at the Governor's Mansion regarding the Northern Nevada Release of Crystal Darkness Training Program....
March 10, 2008
- Letter to Editor - Save Silver Springs businesses
"What bothered me most is the fact that about 10 to 12 people in the room, including some of the Town Advisory Board members, have no regard for existing businesses in the Silver Springs area. Village Market is their latest target for destruction....."
March 6, 2008
- Governor press release - Thursday, March 6 - 4:52PM
Governor authorizes use of all available resources, including disaster relief funds, to assist in public health emergency
March 6, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, March 6, 2008
The following decisions were made by the Lyon County Commissioners at today's meeting. NewsDesk did not attend this meeting and wants to thank County officials for their consideration and continuing cooperation in responding to my requests for information.
March 6, 2008
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, March 6, 2008
Administrative Complex, 27 S. Main Street, Yerington, beginning at 9:00AM......
February 29, 2008
- Why do what is doable today when you can put it off until tomorrow?
The service plan to enable a ¼-cent sales tax for use toward public safety infrastructure needs could have and should have been approved on February 21, 2008. It was delayed, however, until a proper, politically expedient behind the scenes vote is arranged for......
February 29, 2008
- Commissioner decisions
Remaining decisions from the February 21, 2008 County Commission meeting in Silver Springs.
February 26, 2008
- Planning Commission agenda - Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Lahontan Commercial Investments (Ramsey -Weeks Commercial) - consideration by Planning Commission of Commissioner action; Tabrizi Development, Dayton Valley Road; Fernley Hills Enterprises - Division into Large Parcels, Yerington; Master Plan workshop....
- Letter to Editor - Support of Ramsey-Weeks commercial
The following is a letter from a reader that covers a number of subjects, but primarily expressing support of the commercial zoning on the Ramsey-Weeks Cutoff and in opposition to the views expressed in my commentary on the subject. Being as it is rather lengthy, I felt it best to publish it separately from Reader Comments. It is well written and makes some viable arguments for the decision.
February 25, 2008
- Part 2 -1/4-cent sales tax debate
Just as “you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink”, you can present all the logic in the world to a commissioner and you will not necessarily change his mind, no matter how illogical his argument may be......
- True...or is it stupidity, ignorance and/or political posturing
The Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday voted 3-2 to postpone taking action on the approval of a plan that would allow for the expenditure of the proceeds of a ¼-cent sales tax on addressing public safety needs....I generally like to keep my commentary separate from my news stories; however, in the case of the seemingly endless debates relating to the resolving of County jail housing concerns I just don't have enough self-control to do that....
February 22, 2008
- Convenient planning philosophies
Discussion amongst members of the planning commission at their February meeting raised some legitimate questions – again - regarding the County Commissioners’ ethical intent and planning philosophies.....
February 20, 2008
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, February 21, 2008, Silver Springs
New SSGID Sewer Service Rules Regulations hearing; Adoption of 1/4-cent sales tax hearing; Resolution to immediately reopen Truckee Canal in Fernley; Wholesale water agreement with Carson City; Willowcreek Sewer Revenue Bonds.......
February 15, 2008
- More Commissioner actions of February 7, 2008
Public Administrator position; Proposed Manufactured Housing ordinance changes; Snow removal contracts; Santa Maria Park acceptance.....
February 13, 2008
- Ordinance: Rodeo horse tripping banned; tail flipping not addressed
Horse tripping will no longer be allowed at rodeos held in Lyon County; however, the controversial practice of tail flipping steers was not addressed as commissioners unanimously approved the addition of several new guidelines to County Codes regulating animals and animal services......
February 12, 2008
- Proposed Silver Springs 95A commercial zoning facing opposition
It appears that commercial development south of Silver Springs along a major county highway will be subjected to considerable scrutiny from local commissioners.....
February 11, 2008
- Veterans In Politics Judicial Endorsement Interview
Citizens of Southern Nevada - The Veterans In Politics International is giving you an opportunity to see your judicial candidates in our Judicial Endorsement Interview....On Saturday, February 23, 2008, beginning at 9:00AM ending at 3:15PM...
February 11, 2008
- Commissioners propose 1/4-cent sales tax increase
Lyon County residents could soon be paying an additional ¼-cent in County sales taxes, with the revenues to be used for the establishment, construction, expansion, improvement or equipping of facilities relating to public safety......
February 11, 2008
- Two indicate they will run for District 1 Commissioner
Two candidates have indicated they will be running for the Dayton-Mound House area District 1 Lyon County Commissioner position....Incumbent Bob Milz and former County Manager Donna Kristaponis
February 11, 2008
- Ramsey-Weeks area opened to commercial development
“I am not in favor of this project. At this point in time, we want an orderly process of development, not like we’ve had in the past. I will vote ‘no’, realizing it will pass.” Commissioner Milz
February 9, 2008
- District Court candidates
With the filing deadline for District Court now past, the following individuals are listed as candidates for District 3 (Lyon and Churchill County) positions....
February 7, 2008
- Mark Twain substation expansion meets unexpected roadblock
The proposed expansion of the Six Mile Canyon Sierra Pacific substation has hit an unexpected road block......
February 7, 2008
- Planning Commission agenda - Tuesday, February 12
Diamond Hot Springs PUD with water ski lakes; Master Plan workshop.......
February 4, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, February 7, 2008
Planning issues; Amendments to Animal Regulation ordinance; Vacancy - Public Administrator position; Traffic signal - Highway 50 east; Proposal for 1/4-cent sales tax increase.....
February 4, 2008
- Commentary - Taxes and Primaries
A few thoughts before leaving for another little vacation.......
January 15, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, January 17, 2008
Appeal of Bob Hughes planning denial; Release of Dayton Valley Investors ground water rights security funds; Wabuska solar farm; Public Administrator performance bond.....
January 12, 2008
- A Lyon County year in review - 2007
County Manager changes; Jail location; Words of wisdom from Interim County Manager; budget woes and salary increases; Comprehensive Master Plan; NDOT study; and more....
January 8, 2008
- Tom needs your help - NOW
The following is a Letter To The Editor submitted on behalf of Tom Blomquist. Tom has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. Aside from his serious medical condition he is living under some very trying conditions.....
January 5, 2008
- Commissioner Decisions - January 3, 2008
Rural WNCC campuses safe from cuts; Rodeo concerns addressed in proposed ordinance; Free prescription coverage insurance cards available; Hof not reappointed to Room Tax Board.......
January 3, 2008
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, January 3, 2007
Presentation by Planning Department staff concerning some possible master plan land use implementation concepts; Discussion and possible action concerning the Agreement Regarding Implementation of the Herrmann Ranch Development Agreement, as an amendment of the Herrmann Ranch Development Agreement, to extend the date by which the next final map must be recorded pursuant to any tentative map in Dayton Valley Planned Community project....
December 31, 2007
- Planning Agenda - Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Highlands Group - 20,250 acres; IBI Properties, Dayton - Highway 50/River Road, 36 acres - change from Low Density residential to E-1; Dayton 50 LLC - change from E-1 to Commercial; and more.......
December 22, 2007
- A few thoughts to mull over......
Can one commissioner speak for the entire board? In the end, who will actually be included in the Road GID? How can a commissioner keep a straight face when manipulating a tax increase of this size - considering his past stand against imposing such mandates on an unwilling constituency?
December 21, 2008
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, December 21, 2007
Commissioner decisions: Updated - Jail site and plans; Removal of Minister Road from Maintained list...
December 21, 2007
- Commentary - A Tea Party for Lyon County?
With plenty of room remaining along the Dayton/Mound House corridor under the state mandated $3.64 tax cap, residents of this area can expect another GID or two to be imposed upon them by this board. (The Utility is not a GID – unlike the Stagecoach Water GID and the Silver Springs Sewer GID - so rate increases do not affect the tax cap!)
December 20, 2007
- Commissioners move forward with SSGID requests
“I will be sending out letters to each customer that will explain the things we have accomplished to date, the costs we have saved and the proposed change to the Service Rules,” workman told NewsDesk last week. “For anyone that has questions related to rates, we are not planning a rate increase. The existing rates will roll over to a separate resolution and not be imbedded in the ordinance.”
December 19, 2007
- Maintained Road Miles - 1998 to 2007
Updated: Official miles maintained by the Lyon County Road Department - 1998 to 2007.
December 19, 2007
- Gibbon's announces budget cuts
Following meetings with Senate Majority Leader Bill Raggio and Assembly Speaker Barbara Buckley, and after reviewing the potential impact that 8% reductions would have on state services, including potential layoffs, Governor Jim Gibbons announced today that he will call for a smaller, broad-based reduction (4.5%) in general fund appropriations for nearly every state office, department, or agency, including the Department of Corrections, Department of Public Safety, and K-12 funding, which were previously exempt....
December 14, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, December 20, 2007
CDBG Grant recommendations; Discussion on new jail location and funding.....
December 14, 2007
- Taxation without representation - a lesson in how to skirt state tax caps
Ignorance may be bliss – but consider waking up one day in the near future and looking at your property tax bill and realizing you are paying an additional 20-cents per $100 assessed property valuation for road improvements….and you weren’t even asked if you wanted the privilege of paying that extra $200 (or more) per year.....
December 14, 2007
- Mound House milling operation faces possible loss of permit
Commissioner LeRoy Goodman said Wilson has had his chances to do it right and told Hightower, “This can’t go on. I was up there the other day…you get out of the car and you can smell it. It is not a pleasant odor. The buck stops here. It is time to stop this.”
December 11, 2007
- County driving toward a Road GID
Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday unanimously supported proceeding with the process for the establishment of a single 318 Road General Improvement District for the unincorporated portions of the county and directed staff to draft a resolution to that effect.......
December 7, 2007
- Photos of the day
A winter wonderland...and a beautiful sunrise.
December 7, 2007
- Letter to Editor: Concern with proposal by the Utilities Director to replace the existing Silver Springs GID Sewer Use and Service Rules and Regulations with Lyon County Code
"And if what I am saying doesn’t burn your cookies, Item 37 on the same Commissioners’ agenda is “..action on directing staff to proceed with a service plan and to draft a resolution and an ordinance to create a road General Improvement District (GID) in unincorporated areas of Lyon County, including projection on potential revenues”. That’s just another way to bill us (you and me) to Get It Done (GID), and, another avenue to circumvent the property tax cap...."
December 4, 2007
- Is a major new Lyon County community on the horizon?
A major new community for the mountains of northern Lyon County is apparently primed and ready for presentation......According to information provided in the document, dated October 3, 2007, this planning effort is being prepared in parallel with the County’s Master Plan Update.
December 3, 2007
- Commissioner acknowledges signing controversial letter
On November 15, 2007 Commissioner LeRoy Goodman acknowledged he did sign a controversial letter addressed to Nevada's Congressional delegation.......
December 2, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, December 6, 2007
Discussion and possible action on directing staff to proceed with a service plan and to draft a resolution and an ordinance to create a road GID in unincorporated areas of Lyon County, including direction on potential revenues; Silver Springs GID issues; Letter of response re: Walker River Basin Study.........
December 1, 2007
- Commissioners to discuss Lyon County Lands Bill with Congressional representatives
Commissioners will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 to discuss the Lyon county Public Lands bill with representatives of Nevada's Congressional delegation.......
November 29, 2007
- Planning Commission Agenda - Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Diamond Hot Springs PUD in Wabuska - 54 residential lots, 5 water ski lakes on 160 acres; Master Plan workshop......
November 28, 2007
- Master Plan Workshop Agenda - Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Master Plan Workshop, Wednesday November 28, 2007, Commissioner's Meeting Room, Yerington, 9:00AM
November 19, 2007
- Will the courts put land use master plans to pasture?
An angry developer who knowingly buys 8,600 acres of “special industrial” zoned land, should not be allowed by the courts to have that zoning summarily changed to a designation a local government has stated they do not want......
November 19, 2007
- Special meeting agenda addresses Dayton/Mound House Utility issues
A summary of the two issues to be addressed at the special commissioner meeting on November 27, 2007 in Dayton...
November 18, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, November 15, 2007
Right to Farm ordinance; Monitoring & maintenance agreement; Jail sprinkler system repairs.......
November 17, 2007
- Special Commissioner meeting - Dayton - Tuesday, November 27
Utility connection fee increase; Water rights banking and development agreement with Vidler....
November 17, 2007
- Dayton Events Center gets additional funding
"......I think we should take care and support this. It’s not a question of what’s in Smith Valley, what’s in Dayton or in Silver Springs. It’s what’s right.” Commissioner Bob Milz
November 16, 2007
- Community Center structural engineer hired
Melvyn Green & Associates, Inc. of Torrance, California specializes in planning, rehabilitation and strengthening of historic structures. They have considerable experience in evaluating historic sites throughout Nevada and the west.....
November 16, 2007
- Mound House resident claims Highway 50 study does not address local concerns
The NDOT Highway 50 Corridor Study may be completed, but Mound House resident Jeanette Wright is not happy with what she sees as a failure of NDOT to properly address serious traffic issues in the Mound House area....
November 15, 2007
- Letter to Editor - GID's an easy out?
GID is now becoming a Lyon County buzz phrase. Let’s not spend our tax dollars responsibly because we can always form another GID and take more money from the people......When the County Commissioners have overspent our tax dollars and state and federal monies allocated or granted to us, they create GIDs to Get It Done (GID). They don’t need our input, advice or permission. They just need our hard, cold, cash.
November 13, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, November 15, 2007
Right to Farm Ordinance amendment; 2006-07 final Fiscal Report; Dayton Valley Events Center improvements; Structural engineers for Dayton Community Center.......
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, November 1, 2007
Carson River Aquatic Trail; NDOT Highway 50 Study; Dayton Community Center.........
November 6, 2007
- Commissioners uphold approval of Wabuska master plan change
"...Not always does the planning commission agree with us and we don’t always agree with them. We will have to use our best judgment. We are the ones elected to represent the people...."
November 5, 2007
- Tax us...please!
If they have their way, residents of the Dayton/Mound House area will pay up to 20-cents per $100 assessed property valuation for a Recreation Center General Improvement District and up to 20-cents per $100 assessed property valuation for a Park General Improvement District. In addition, the commissioners are close to creating a Central Lyon County Road General Improvement District – with up to 20-cents per $100 assessed property tax valuation.....
November 2, 2007
- Commentary - Water, Land and Letters; Closing a community center
To my knowledge, this alleged charade is a first for Lyon County – obviously there is an entity that feels it needs some federal support/assistance in promoting its Lyon County and/or Story County agenda. The biggest question is – who?
October 29, 2007
- Silver Springs resident unhappy with County's running of SSGID
By the way, theft reported at the SSGID was, in fact, embezzlement by one employee. That was discovered by the local board and taken care of. That person resigned and had arranged to make restitution. If Lyon County had ever bothered to ask before they dumped the local board without notice, the money would have been returned. Can they say the same for the larceny at the Human Services office, which received no more attention than a line in the local sheriff’s report?
October 29, 2007
- Summary of Community Center structural study report
The following information is included in the Structural Safety Review of the Dayton Community Center Building – as received by Lyon County Engineer Dick Faber. It is dated October 15, 2007. No copy of the contract is available.
October 30, 2007
- Letter - Dayton resident wants questions answered regarding community center
I try very hard not to subscribe to the theory that "in order to fix the problem you have to establish the blame" but, this whole thing has some troublesome aspects associated with it that many, including myself, would like to see truthfully answered publicly.....
October 30, 2007
- Water transfer requests could bring substantial water resources to Lyon County
If approved by the State Water Engineer as requested, three water rights transfer applications could bring more than 28,600 acre feet of surface and ground water into Lyon and Storey Counties – providing a welcome boost to water starved developers...
October 26, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, November 1, 2007
Diamond Hot Springs - request from Planning Commission for Commissioners to reverse previous approval of Master Plan amendment; Presentation by NDOT of completed Highway 50 traffic study; Discussion of Dayton Community Center and recreation facilities in Central Lyon County.......
October 25, 2007
- Planning Agenda - Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Master Plan status discussion; Nevada Wood preserving discussion; GEO-NEVADA SUP modification - mining operation in Mound House; ERGS - parcel map, Silver Springs;English Mountain Estates - parcel map, Dayton; BDR construction - feasibility report, Smith Valley.....
October 25, 2007
- Community Center closing raises questions
The closing of the historic Dayton Community Center has a number of residents wondering what caused the County to take the unexpected, rather abrupt action based on a report initially commissioned in 2005.....
October 24, 2007
- GOVERNOR GIBBONS’ STATEMENT REGARDING BUDGET
"The state budget increased last year by almost $1 billion dollars since the 05 budget. Asking for agencies of government to make plans to possibly reduce their spending by 5% of that amount is not unreasonable in my opinion."
October 24, 2007
- Public Lands Bill information hard to come by
Lyon County Commissioners are tired of waiting and being left in the dark and out of the discussion as to what is or is not being included in the long debated Lyon County Public Lands Bill....
October 22, 2007
- NewsDesk annual funding drive
It is that time of year again!!! NewsDesk’s fifth annual funding drive has now begun………
October 22, 2007
- Contents of letter
Since I cannot seem to copy the letter onto NewsDesk in a readable form, I have reprinted the contents here.....
October 21, 2007
- Copy of mysterious letter
October 21, 2007
- Congressman Dean Heller offers views on major issues
Immigration - “This was not a random raid. These were bad people doing bad things. They were stealing peoples’ identities and using them. For us to think anything less than ICE did a great job and we should be behind them 100-percent, I think it’s wrong" Mining Tax - If the 8-percent tax on gross revenues is passed,every mine in this state will close down.”; SCHIP - "Those in support of the SCHIP program as proposed will not tell you that everyone who has private insurance will have to pay a higher premium for those that are now on the government program – and, that they are going to raise cigarette taxes to help pay for it."; Gas tax hike - “The purpose is to change your attitude and lifestyle. You will either drive less or you will buy a smaller vehicle. And if 50-cents doesn’t work, they are going to raise it to $1.00…and then $1.50.”
October 20, 2007
- Mysterious letter stirs commissioner questions
With suggestions there could be some connection to upcoming inter-county water transfer issues, there appears to be some question as to the authenticity of a letter originating from the office of a well-known Washington, DC environmental lobbyist – on Lyon County letterhead and carrying the signature of a Lyon County commissioner....
October 19, 2007
- Travel claim explanations appreciated
If there are events the public questions spending taxpayer dollars on – it is to the benefit of that department to publicly explain and justify the need. NewsDesk is more than happy to provide the free space to do so....Many, including myself, do not fully understand all local, state and federal requirements for all positions. Many, including myself, do not fully understand the need to travel, at times, so far to attain this training and knowledge....
October 15, 2007
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, October 18, 2007
Consideration of water rights applications; Approval of agreement for Changed Distribution of Tax Revenues between County & Yerington; Approval of $2.6 million grant for Crystal Clear Water System reconstruction; Effects of changes in elimination of subsidized retiree health insurance.....
October 15, 2007
- Montana - Parting shots
A short walk around the "neighborhood".....
October 7, 2007
- Montana, again
A few last (snowy)photos as we leave for home....
October 8, 2007
- Las Vegas to honor Marines
Las Vegas will hold a special recognition ceremony to honor Marines......
October 6, 2007
- Dispatch travel claims
This is being published for informational purposes only. While total (all departments) claims are running approximately $23,000 ahead of the first three months of the previous fiscal year, a close look at specific claims will give readers an idea of the difficult decisions that would have to be made in order to reduce those costs......
October 5, 2007
- Sheriff clarifies Dispatch travel claims
Saying he is unsure why so many Sheriff’s Department travel claims are listed as Dispatch claims on the county approved travel submittal forms, Lyon County Sheriff Alan Veil provided NewsDesk with a detailed accounting and explanation of Dispatch travel charges for the past 16 months.....
October 5, 2007
- Montana
Today’s news has absolutely nothing to do with anything. I am simply using this opportunity to practice inserting photos – and am using some shots of our “Montana World” to practice with……delete it now if this is disturbing or offensive to you!!
- Travel claims stir interest
In posting information regarding travel claims I do not intend to place blame or to insinuate all travel to conferences and training is unnecessary or a waste of taxpayer dollars. In reality, many workshops/conferences are of great benefit to attendees and, subsequently, to the county......
September 28, 2007
- Commissioner travel claims show wide disparity
Lyon County commissioners show an obvious difference in philosophies when it comes to claiming travel mileage.........
September 26, 2007
- County travel claims are a good measure of fiscal responsibility
To compensate for the lack of “on the spot reporting”, (and overcome a chance of becoming bored..) I have spent some of my rather unlimited and uninterrupted free time going through the County travel claims of the past 21 months. What better place to look to determine if the County is taking the revenue shortfalls seriously and attempting to cut back on expenditures.....
September 25, 2007
- Hadfield leaves - offers critical assessment of County development policies
The following is a final memorandum from Interim County Manager Bob Hadfield to Lyon County Commissioners. This should be read by every resident with a whit of an interest in the economic stability of Lyon County – what happened in Dayton is poised to happen in Silver Springs and Stagecoach when the current housing slump ends......
September 19, 2007
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, September 20, 2007
A rather light agenda, highlighted by a Presentation by Dr. Elliot Eisenberg regarding an Economic Analysis (impact) of building in Lyon County.
September 14, 2007
- CAHI moving Dayton offices
Citizens for Affordable Homes are in the process of leaving their disputed Dayton office building......
August 31, 2007
- Fight for Victory Tour rally
Move America Forward and a coalition of other pro-troop groups on Monday will start a nationwide tour at Mills Park in Carson City......
August 30, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, September 6, 2007
Ordinance to increase prostitute work card fees; Presentation on the Carson River Mercury Superfund –Sub-surface Soils Excavation Notification Program; Planning agenda.......
August 30, 2007
- County Manager photo
New photo of Dennis Stark released
August 27, 2007
- New jail construction delays; Invite the commissioners on over; No comment - bad PR
NEW JAIL: If it weren’t for the regional egos of powerful political entities, this process probably would have moved ahead several years ago....COMMISSIONER VISITS: So, if you actually want the commissioners to hold a meeting in your community – invite them over.......CAHI agreement: It makes for very poor PR…….and neither CAHI nor Lyon County need any more of that than is necessary, especially when it is so easily avoidable!
August 24, 2007
- Hadfield offers views on Lyon County economy
“Therefore it is my belief that until Lyon County achieves a balanced economic base with more industrial, commercial and related development, we will be unable to meet the needs concurrent with residential growth. We will need to continue to rely on others for financial stability.”
August 22, 2007
- Neighbor reacts to CAHI settlement rumors
Kent said she has abundant documentation on CAHI and the Dayton issue should the recent agreement and rumored move “goes south”, but added “I am proceeding on good faith the county will start enforcing the law.”
August 23, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - August 16, 2007
SSGID billing to be done by SS Mutual Water Company; Commissioners to meet in Fernley; Santa Maria Park plans.......
August 18, 2007
- CAHI - Lyon County issue resolved
“I believe the matter to be resolved and I have no further comment at this time.....
August 17, 2007
- Dayton Utility connection fees going up; SSGID billing problems
Updated August 27, 2007: Developers in the Dayton area can look at significant increases in their sewer and water hook-up fees; Money missing from SSGID...
August 16, 2007
- County revenues falling short of projections
".....But we have got to get some jobs in this county to support this workforce because we cannot survive on houses alone. It will not work. We cannot be just a housing area for the rest of the region.”
August 15, 2007
- New County Manager named
Dennis Stark has been named the new Lyon County Manager. His first day of duty will be Monday, September 17, 2007.......
August 15, 2007
- Commentary - Fernley meetings; Master Plans; Travel claims
I ask, and more residents of Lyon County should also ask, just why do the commissioners need to annually hold one of their regularly scheduled meetings in Fernley, an incorporated City under the regulatory control of the Fernley City Council? I ask, and more residents of Lyon County should also ask, why the Lyon County Commissioners do not meet at least once annually in Silver Springs, Dayton-Mound House and Smith Valley – none of which is an incorporated City and are under the regulatory hand of the Lyon County Commissioners..............
August 13, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, August 16, 2007
Santa Maria Park plans; Fernley commissioner meeting.....
August 12, 2007
- Commissioner Decisions - August 2, 2007
Brothel work card fees; Rolling A plant completed; grants for Crystal Clear.......
August 6, 2007
- County to pursue top Manager candidate
Updated...Dennis Stark, the only candidate to be personally interviewed by each commissioner, will be offered the position if agreement on conditions of employment can be reached.....
August 2, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, August 2, 2007
County Manager recruitment process direction; Diamond Hot Springs MP amendment...
July 30, 2007
- Developer's legal challenge should stir fond memories for Dayton area residents
Mr. Bawden likes to get his way and has proven he will go to extreme means to remove all obstacles. What that will portend for Douglas County is yet to be determined......
July 26, 2007
- WHERE IS THE MASTER PLAN PROCESS GOING? IS A MASTER PLAN REALLY NEEDED?
As is clearly being illustrated in the Dayton Valley, the only thing I see a master plan actually accomplishing when/if it finally comes to fruition will be to state potential solutions to the problems created through years of continued inaction......
July 23, 2004
- County will no longer be listed as water rights owner for developers' water
Lyon County will no longer allow developers to use the county’s name when applying for a change of use of their privately owned water rights......
July 20, 2007
- County Manager search process continues
The quest continues to fill the vacant position of Lyon County Manager; however, a decision could be coming soon...
July 19, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - July 19, 2007
Administrative Complex, 27 S. Main St., Yerington - 9:00AM
July 17, 2007
- A self-serving pay increase
Oh well, this is the same board that granted the former County Manager the maximum salary increase and pat on the back just months before firing her….so, giving themselves a “pat on the back” raise shouldn’t be too surprising.......
July 11, 2007
- Commissioners to consider giving selves 4-percent pay hike
The legislation provides for annual increases each year for the next four fiscal years for Commissioners and other locally elected officials at a rate of 4-percent per year....
July 3, 2007
- Candidate officially withdraws
According to Lyon County Human Resources Director Steve Englert, Jim Park has officially withdrawn from the applicant pool for the position of Lyon County Manager....
July 2, 2007
- New board for the SSGID - adds to responsibilities for County Utilities
It is a sad statement of life when those setting the rates do not pay the rates they set........
July 2, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - July 5, 2007
Discussion and possible action on salary increases for Lyon County Board of Commissioners; Planning items.......
June 29, 2007
- Some questions to consider......
The commissioners last held a regular meeting in Fernley in September 2006 – nine short months ago........Am I the only one bemused at the irony of new trees and landscaping taking place along the Dayton Valley Road median extension?
June 29, 2007
- Individual commissioner rankings of Manager candidates
Prior to Thursday’s (June 17, 2007) Commission meeting, each member of the Board was asked to numerically rank his/her top two choices from the six candidates for the position of Lyon County Manager. The following are their individual choices.....
June 25, 2007
- Top two Manager candidates ranked
Having now ranked six candidates for County Manager, Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday will have the option of inviting the top two candidates back for individual, private interviews with each commissioner, asking that additional candidates be brought forward or, if they wish, make a final decision without further follow-up......
June 20, 2007
- Bids in for Legado Special Assessment District
In anticipation of the County receiving an application relating to the creation of a special assessment district for the Dayton Valley/Legado Development in Dayton, Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday will consider hiring an engineer and appraiser for the project......
June 20, 2007
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, June 21, 2007
SSGID ordinance to change governing board; GID Legada; County manager recruitment process.....
June 18, 2007
- Water transfer protests - Two sides of the story
He said Churchill and Lyon County have met six times to discuss the issue and Churchill County has offered to withdraw their protests if Lyon County will give them a written guarantee they will help measure and watch for changes in the water basin downstream and if a change does occur they will do something about changing the negative impact.......
June 12, 2007
- Water rights protests could have serious consequences
Carson River water rights transfer protests have some wondering if the building boom in the Dayton Valley could soon be heading for a big bust......
June 11, 2007
- Are you willing to move to Yerington?
Legally, the Lyon County Manager is free to live in any area of Lyon County he/she wishes. There is nothing in county ordinances prohibiting them from doing so.
Politically reality, however, negates the legal reality of this situation….and Commissioner Milz, in a questionably ethical manner, pointedly imposed the significance of this reality upon one very viable candidate.
June 9, 2007
- Manager candidate interviews concluded
Commissioners have completed scheduled interviews of potential County Manager candidates. There are presently no further candidates.......
June 9, 2007
- Governor calls special session
“In order to address those issues that were not completed during regular session, I am calling the 2007 Legislature into special session beginning later this afternoon in order to complete the people’s business. I am hopeful that all unfinished business will be conducted this evening....."
June 5, 2007
- County Manager interviews - Round 2
Both of these new candidates, in all likelihood, are bright, talented and eager for the challenges Lyon County presents. The question is – is either one adequately prepared and ready for these challenges?
June 4, 2007
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, June 7, 2007
County Manager candidate interviews; Revised County Building Use Policy; Revised contract with Interim County Manager.....
June 4, 2007
- Lyon County commissioners do well at legislature
Before the ink is dry, look for Commissioners to start the process of forming a Road GID in the Dayton-Mound House area........
June 3, 2007
- Two new County Manager candidates named
Human Resources Director Steve Englert today released the names of two new candidates for the position of Lyon County Manager. They are scheduled for interviews on June 7, 2007.....
May 23, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - May 17, 2007
A brief synopsis of the May 17, 2007 commissioner meeting.....
May 22, 2007
- County Manager hunt continues
The commissioners did not fill the position on Thursday and it will be, at the very least, another three weeks before a permanent replacement for deposed County Manager Donna Kristaponis is named.....
may 18, 2007
- FLAGS TO FLY AT HALF STAFF TOMORROW
Carson City – Governor Jim Gibbons has asked Nevadans to lower all flags to half staff on Tuesday, May 15, 2007 in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day, as proclaimed by President George W. Bush......
May 14, 2007
- Commissioners set to propose ordinance reorganizing SSGID
If proposed, the action will pave the way for advertising of the proposed ordinance and two public hearings prior to a commission vote on the change......
May 14, 2007
- Decision time for County Manager candidates
The fate of the four selected candidates interested in filling the vacant position of Lyon County Manager will be determined Thursday.......
May 14, 2007
- Special Commissioner Meeting - Finalize Budget - May 21, 2007
Approval of Tentative Agreement with Lyon County Employee Association new contract terms and new Memorandum of Understanding with Lyon county Sheriff's Employee Association; Final budget tax rates and spending authorizations.......
May 14, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - May 17, 2007
Propose ordinance to initiate reorganization of SSGID; Possible County Manager appointment, or continued search; Approval revised County building use policy.......
May 14, 2007
- Is more money really needed?
• To deny there is no waste in local, state or federal government is tomfoolery at its most obscene. Elected officials simply do not like to say “NO”. We all love to attack our Federal Congressmen for the pork that turns up in various bills; however, take a good look at your local County budgets and you might be surprised at some of the obscene expenditures happening right where you live......
May 10, 2007
- Governor presents road funding plan
Press Release: Carson City – Today, Governor Jim Gibbons unveiled an innovative solution to address Nevada’s growing transportation problem. His proposal reallocates a percentage of projected growth within existing taxes, such as the reallocation of room tax, reallocation of vehicle sales tax, and reallocation of live entertainment tax....
May 10, 2007
- Is the new Lyon County Manager among the current finalists?
Former County Manager Steve Snyder didn’t last for more than 10 years because he accomplished great things for this county. He survived because he knew the political currents, political players and how to use them.......
May 9, 2007
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, May 3, 2007
Plannigs issues; County Manager interviews.....
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, April 19, 2007
Dayton kiosks; Healthy Communities Coalition Grant for additional sheriff's deputy; Riverpark open space donated........
April 26, 2007
- Hadfield asks County to establish a strategy
With a prospect of revenue shortfalls continuing, Interim County Manager Bob Hadfield has presented the Lyon County Commissioners with a strategy to best serve related constraints......
April 23, 2007
- County Manager candidates named
Four candidates for the position of Lyon County Manager will be interviewed by the County Commissioners on May 3, 2007......
April 19, 2007
- Commentary - ethically questionable actions
• Hey, when ethical boundaries are pushed and no one steps forward to initiate a challenge, or when you escape through an insurance settlement – whose fault is it when our elected officials continue to support ethically challenging agendas?
April 17, 2007
- Silver Springs residents concerned with crime in neighborhood
It is apparent to the undersigned that drug traffic occurs all hours of the day and night on Atkins Street. There are unregistered vehicle complaints, a stabbing has occurred, assault charges have been filed, theft has occurred, vandalism, bench warrants, and now one of our neighbors has been shot and so has her dog......
April 15, 2007
- Commissioner Agenda - April 19, 2007
Riverpark gift deed to County of 275 acres; Extension of Chase Development Wastewater Treatment agreement; Reconstruction of Willowcreek wastewater storage system......
April 15, 2007
- More Commissioner decisions, including Planning issues
County manager applicants sceduled for interviews; Crime in silver Springs; Mason Valley land change approved; Mound House mining operation okayed........
April 11, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - April 5, 2007
City of Yerington and County interlocal agreement; Utility fee increase proposed.....
April 10, 2007
- A visit with Congressman Dean Heller
A Federal Judge, a Federal attorney are at-will employees. The fact they are at-will employees, the Attorney General’s office has the right to change them as they want to. Reagan did it. Clinton did it. It’s much ado about nothing. They all do it.....I think (Secretary of State) Ross Miller is going to do fine, I don’t have any reason to believe differently, but what I am concerned about is there is nobody in that office today that has any election experience....The next Presidential election is going to be the worst we’ve ever seen. If Hillary Clinton gets the Democratic nomination, we are going to see a Presidential election like we have never seen before....
April 7, 2007
- Commissioners begin process to dissolve SSGID Board
..You have to respect the system. You don’t dissolve a board just because you don’t like what is going on.....
April 6, 2007
- Special Meeting - Commissioners & Planning Commission
Master Plan progress update...........
April 4, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - April 5, 2007
Planning issues; SSGID; Inter-local agreement with City of Yerington.......
April 2, 2007
- Commissioners to, once again, consider taking over SSGID
Possible dissolution of the Silver Springs General Improvement District is, once again, scheduled for discussion at the April 5, 2007 Lyon County Commission meeting.....
April 1, 2007
- Master Plan Visioning Workshops scheduled
The workshops are an opportunity to get community input on a countywide vision as well as a vision for each specific community. You will be participating in exercises focused on how residents would like to see the County and community in 10-20 years.........
March 30, 2007
- Some "taxing" legislation
....With most counties speaking of “budget shortfalls”, a request to the legislature for pay increases for elected county officials seems a bit ill-timed and ill-advised......
March 27, 2007
- $1.75 budget shortfall taken care of
Come to think of it, isn’t it the desire for efficiency in government that the public is demanding legislators protect us from endless tax and fee increases?
March 26, 2007
- US Transport Council and the Transporting of nuclear waste across Nevada
According to Eugene Allen, the BSC manager of the Nevada Rail Project, the rail transportation program, which could commence operations as early as 2014, also will incorporate a multi-faceted safety plan ensuring the protection of human health and the environment. BSC (Bechtel-SAIC Company, LLC) is designing the railway for the U.S. Department of Energy........
March 20, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, March 15, 2007
Tri-County Rodeo liquor permits delayed; Utility pest control; Dayton Park Master Plan upate; Nevada Nuclear Rail Project.......
March 20, 2007
- Budget shortfalls and end runs......
Combined with a projected decrease in the Consolidated Tax received from the State, elected officials are crying “poor-mouth” and looking for ways to increase revenue by circumventing the new property assessment cap and the $3.64 property tax cap......
March 17, 2007
- Commissioners select site for second bridge
Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday unanimously agreed a second bridge spanning the Carson River in Dayton, when it is eventually built, should be located at Cardelli Road......
March 15, 2007
- Master Plan Community Meetings scheduled
The Lyon County Planning Department staff and Master Plan consultants, Clarion Associates, will be conducting open houses and workshops as part of the Comprehensive Master Plan project. The public is urged to attend the meetings held in the area they live.......
March 15, 2007
- History of the Yerington/Lyon County interlocal agreement
For those readers wondering just why the City of Yerington expects the County to hand them $200,000, the following summary will, hopefully, explain how this scenario has come about.......
March 13, 2007
- Budget meetings begin - Wednesday & Friday agendas
Commissioners begin budget discussions, starting Wednesday, 9:00AM............
March 12, 2007
- Regular Commission meeting agenda
Second Dayton bridge over river; Utility vegetation, pest & rodent control contract; Nye County presentation on their view of rail line alternatives to Yucca Mountain........
March 12, 2007
- Commissioners withhold decision on $200,000 payment to City
Budget shortfalls have Lyon County Commissioners hesitant to renew an interlocal agreement with the City of Yerington – leaving the City with a possible $200,000 shortfall........
March 10, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - March 1, 2007
Planning agenda; Mark Twain Park bid; PONI trip cancelled.............
march 5, 2007
- Where are we going from here?
In essence, Kristaponis was fired “without cause”, which is perfectly within in the purview of this board. It is just too bad the three instigators of this effort did not have the self-fortitude to publicly admit such, saving us all from witnessing, once again, the baseless assertions and tomfoolery that dominate a good majority of the important decisions this board makes….a means they habitually use to try and justify their self-serving ends......
March 4, 2007
- Commissioners face challenge of eliminating $1.75 million budget shortfall
Handing out the preliminary budget last week to Commissioners, Comptroller Josh Foley warned it was going to be a difficult year to balance County needs with projected revenues.......
March 3, 2007
- Interim County Manager officially on board
With little discussion, Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday approved the contract for Bob Hadfield to serve as Interim County Manager, effective February 16, 2007........
March 1, 2007
- Commissioners to consider Hadfield contract
According to the terms of the contract, beginning February 16, 2007 Hadfield will be paid a fee of $8,500 per month.........
February 25, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, March 1, 2007
Hadfield contract; Planning issues; Addition of 6.8 equivilent full-time employees in the After School Recreation Fund........
February 23, 2007
- NRS recall procedures
The following information is posted at reader request and is not necessarily indicate the position of NewsDesk. For further information regarding recall procedures, Email: information@lyoncountyrecall2007.com.........
February 22, 2007
- Surrounding County/City firing policies
Updated March 3, 2007: NewsDesk sent inquiries to surrounding counties as to their procedure/protocol for firing appointed department heads. Douglas County, Churchill County, Washoe County, Reno and Carson City have responded. Also included, a list of Washoe County appointed officials and appointing authority.
February 22, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, February 15, 2007
Silver City Community Center; Interim County Manager; Dayton Depot...........
February 22, 2007
- The firing of Kristaponis - Some allegations to consider
Cancellation of facilitation contract; Taxation issue; Communication..........
February 19, 2007
- Emails: Communication - Lyon County style
An Email discussion on whether to cancel a Judicial Advisory Committee meeting.........
February 19, 2007
- Commissioners dismiss County Manager, name interim replacement
In what was not an unexpected outcome, Lyon County commissioners today gave County Manager Donna Kristaponis her walking papers....
February 15, 2007
- County Manager termination hearing raising questions of ethical procedures
Regardless of the outcome of Agenda items #2 and #3 on Thursday’s agenda; regardless whether Donna Kristaponis is dismissed or not -some very serious questions have been raised regarding Commissioner Milz’ (and perhaps others) ethical conduct in this entire matter.............
February 13, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, February 1, 2007
Denial of Mason Valley Parcel Map appeal; Mound House Diamond Back properties M/P amendment approved.................
February 12, 2007
- What are we to think?
The commissioners can ignore the perceptions if they wish, but to the general public, this appears to be a ridiculous, juvenile, vengeful, inept and misguided action….by a group of egocentric, micromanaging elected officials.............
February 11, 2007
- DRAC supports residents’ request for bridge at central site in valley
By Laura Tennant: Special coverage of the February 7, 2007 DRAC discussion of an second bridge over the Carson River....
February 10, 2007
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, February 15, 2007
Removal of County Manager; Appointment of Interim County Manager; Purchase of Dayton Depot; Accept bid for SC Community Center........
February 9, 2007
- DA's request for additional staff approved
“Carson City, Churchill and Douglas Counties have one legal assistant for each attorney. They also have additional clerical support staff,” Auer told the Commission. “We are eight years behind the Churchill County District Attorneys. That is embarrassing for the fastest growing county in the state.”
February 8, 2007
- County Manager responds
The agenda request did come as a surprise, but, in my heart of hearts, it wasn’t totally unexpected.........
February 8, 2007
- Lyon manager to face second termination showdown
This article appears in the February 8, 2007 edition of the Nevada Appeal. NewsDesk is obviously not on the mailing list for the Commissioner's preliminary "draft agenda" and knew nothing of this until an anonymous posting to Reader Comments last night.....
February 8, 2007
- NewsDesk - Another problem resolved
NewsDesk operations have been challenged once again...........
February 6, 2007
- Will the Master Plan be a victim of budget cuts?
Faced with an estimated $780,000 revenue shortfall by the end of the current budget year, Lyon County officials are beginning to look at some belt-tightening measures......
February 5, 2007
- New jail site location narrowed down
With a regionally divided 3-2 vote, Lyon County Commissioners today narrowed the location of the proposed complex to the Stagecoach-Silver Springs area.......
February 1, 2007
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, February 1, 2007
Diamondback Properties Master Plan Amendment, Mound House; Century Oak Land Company Master Plan Amendment, Stagecoach; Location of proposed jail discussion; Mid-year budget update..........
January 30, 2007
- We're back.....
January 29, 2007
- A year in review - Lyon County 2006
DRAC's demise; Attempted ouster of County Manager; Park & Recreation overhaul........
January 9, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - Part 3
Art Wilson SUP; Retireman zone change; Rosengren SUP.......
January 5, 2007
- Area commissions to meet with legislators
Will meet Tuesday, January 9; Carson City, Douglas County, Lyon County Bill draft request summaries.
January 4, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - Part 2
CDBG selections; RTC appointments.......
January 4, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - Tuesday, January 2, 2007 Part 1
New Chair and Vice Chair; Facilitation contract cancelled.........
January 3, 2007
- Proposed Lyon County Citizens Advisory Board Bylaws
Draft of the proposed bylaws for local community advisory boards.......
December 27, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, December 21, 2006
CDBG applications; Advisory Board appointments; Utility ordinance changes......
December 27, 2006
- Advice to the new DRAC - Just remember the rules
I truly wish the best for the revamped DRAC, with its new membership and districts; however, if these individuals wish to continue to receive Commissioner Milz’ blessings, support and attendance at DRAC meetings – you better remember the real reason why the previous DRAC was dissolved....
December 22, 2006
- Commissioner agenda - Tuesday, January 2, 2007
Reimbursement agreement with Wade; Minor Ranch PUD; New sewer service rules ordinance........
December 22, 2006
- New DRAC appointed
Cowee, Wachtel, Ewing, Sexton appointed. Vacancy remains............
December 21, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, December 18, 2006
Appointment of DRAC board and new district boundaries; Revenue and expenditure policy for fairgrounds and events centers; New water service rules and regulations for Lyon County Utilities (Dayton/Mound House et al)........
December 18, 2006
- ASG - District Attorney comments on settlement
DA Aberasturi comments; History of ASG vs County; Entire settlement agreement.....
December 16, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - December 7, 2006
Public utility fee increase; Dayton boardwalks; Letter to DOE........
December 13, 2006
- ASG settlement arrived at
The following terms were agreed to by the negotiating parties........
December 6, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, December 7, 2006
Increase in Public utility licensing fee; Selection of new jail site; ASG settlement agreement.....
December 1, 2006
- Letter to Editor - Moundhouse resident opposed to Wilson SUP
I am a resident of Lyon County and reside on Linehan Road. It is my wish that the special use permit being sought by the Art Wilson Company to expand their mining operation be denied for the following reasons........
December 1, 2006
- Letter to Editor - Time for a master plan
Lyon County has a golden opportunity, with the slow real estate market, to implement a master plan. The county needs to lobby the state for improvements to Highway 50.......
November 30, 2006
- Judges must be elected
The argument that judges running for office are in a difficult position having to ask for campaign contributions from potentially future litigants is a good point, but until our entire election campaign process is legitimately cleaned up and revamped, leave Nevada’s judicial selection process a people’s choice........
November 29, 2006
- Special commissioner meeting
Thursday, November 30, 2006, Yerington - NOTE: Meeting begins at 2:00PM...possible selection of new jail site.
November 27, 2006
- Education First...........in line
Keep in mind – this $936 million request is in addition to what is currently being spent for grades K-12 public school education programs and salaries.......
November 20, 2006
- Commentary - Post election thoughts
Updated November 20, 2006: Puhleese……………………….Dina, Dina, Dina. You should be giving a little credit where credit is due – instead, you add to your long list of snipes at us ignorant rural fools.....Either the voters in Lyon County do not want change, or, if they do want change, they do not want Charlie Duke to be the man to implement it......Defeated by a margin of 1679 votes, this should be taken as a message from the taxpayers of Lyon County to the Commissioners – “No more tax increases.”....After reviewing the campaigning contribution reports, Ron Knecht’s victory over David Fulstone was very surprising. The margin of that victory (4,239 votes) was even more unexpected.....Justice prevailed in this contentious race when Leon Aberasturi ousted appointed Judge Wayne Pederson by 2,147 votes......With the defeat of incumbent Nancy Becker by Nancy Saitta, the last of the Justices who voted to over-rule the Nevada Constitution is now dismissed......SSGID: did the “right” people get elec
November 11, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - November 2, 2006
Silver City Community Center; Dayton Depot; Planning issues..........
November 8, 2006
- Final campaign contribution/expenditure reports
Updated and finalized March 1, 2007: Campaign Report #3 - Sheriff, County Commissioner, District Judge and Regent....
February 13, 2006
- Judge a no-show; Silver City Center action; Summary of ballot questions
District Judge a no-show; Commissioners finally moving forward in silver City; Summary of Ballot Questions.....
October 30, 2006
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, November 2, 2006
Silver City Community Center bids & legal counsul; Dayton Depot; Walker River status; Planning agenda...........
October 27, 2006
- Comprehensive Master Plan process to begin
Clarion and Associates appeared at a joint workshop of the County Commissioners and Planning Commission on October 19, 2006 to present an overview of the project’s scope and projected schedule. They were selected in August to provide consultant services for the preparation of the County’s comprehensive master plan. The total amount of the contract is $250,000......
October 25, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, October 19, 2006
Updated October 25...Lakemont Legado Special Assessment District; Proposed increase in Public Utility License Fee; Silver City Community Center.........
October 24, 2006
- NewsDesk 4th Annual Funding Drive
.....Donations of any size will be greatly appreciated and very welcome; however, your choice of donating or not donating will have no effect on the delivery of NewsDesk to your home – unless I can no longer afford to publish it!
October 20, 2006
- District Judge candidates to speak in Dayton
Friday, October 27, 2006 - Gold Canyon Restaurant - 12:00 Noon........
October 20, 2006
- Guest commentary - Terri Choat, Fernley
Lyon County candidate endorsements – Fernley Mayor; Sheriff; Fernley City Council; District Judge........"Leon Aberasturi will receive my vote for third district court judge. He has the character and experience, intelligence and drive and most of all good judgment to make legally sound and balanced rulings. Moreover, his opponent Wayne Pederson does not."
October 20, 2006
- Lessons learned; Blame; Hypocrisy - Lyon County at its best
While they may have had verifiable cause to want Kristaponis dismissed, I have no problem taking both Milz and Hunewill to task for personally approaching Kristaponis. I do have a problem with a publication placing what amounted to placing 75-percent of the blame on only one. The editorial also failed to note that those commissioners wishing to speak against Kristaponis (Milz, Hunewill and Tibbals) had been advised by legal counsel to make no such public statements.......
October 16, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda
Lakemont special assessment district; Master Plan project discussion; Wilson Canyon Trail; Ordinance to increase Public Utility license fee; Silver City Community Center; Facilitation process re: County Manager and Commissioners.........
October 15, 2006
- Public hearing and fair play apparently not a part of agenda for demise of DRAC
It is beyond my comprehension as to how a volunteer advisory board can be summarily dismissed based on:
·Hearsay;
·Alleged, but unfounded, illegal conduct; and,
·Questionably accurate testimony from one individual.
October 11, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - October 5, 2006
Cable franchise agreement; Sheriff's evidence building; Planning issues......
October 9, 2006
- Judges’ misconduct erodes public confidence in courts
The following is a reprint of an editorial that appeared October 4, 2006 in the Lahontan Valley News.......
October 4, 2006
- Commentary - DRAC legalities, Pederson ethics, Kristaponis reigns
Was DRAC's dissolution legal? Pederson sets new low for ethical standards. Kristaponis reigns in Lyon County...........
October 3, 2006
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, October 5, 2006
Administrative Complex, Yerington - 9:00AM; Advertise for bids for Sheriff's building, Yerington; Cable franchise agreement...Planning issues.
October 2, 2006
- MHAC agenda - Tuesday, October 3
Mound House Fire Station, 56 Red Rock Road
Mound House - 7:00PM...........
October 2, 2006
- Kristaponis to stay; Higgs arrested; Pederson victim of extortion after sex with drug user
I left town for our Fall trip to Montana on September 28, 2006. The following three stories appeared on September 29, 2006 in other publications. They all have a large degree of local interest!!
September 30, 2006
- Special Meeting - Friday, September 29, 2006
Workshop with County Manager; Discussion and possible action to enter into employment separation agreement; Possible termination........
September 26, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - September 21, 2006
Update: the workshop and termination hearing will both be held September 29, 2006, beginning at 9:00AM. Termination process; DRAC status; NDOT Highway 50 update..............
September 25, 2006
- Dayton Depot building - Resident sets the record straight
"My read of the NDOT revisions indicated that they are quite acceptable to
the Historical Society of Dayton Valley and with the interests and
intentions of the people of Dayton...."
Linda Clements, Dayton
September 25, 2006
- DRAC - What do we do now?
About the only result coming out of the Commissioners’ effort to create some semblance of order to the creation of a new Dayton Regional Advisory Council was to leave many scratching their heads in wonderment……..And asking themselves what actually had been decided, including NewsDesk!
September 22, 2006
- County Manager's fate still unknown
Updated: The workshop AND the termination hearing will be held September 29, 2006, beginning at 9:00AM. What appeared to be a rather straight forward, predetermined motion to move forward with the process to terminate Kristaponis, evolved into a rather complex discussion between District Attorney Leon Aberasturi and members of the Lyon County Commission; however, a few things were quite obvious:
September 21, 2006
- Letter: Silver Springs resident provides answers
Regarding your recent editorial regarding questions which I can only cumulatively call ‘who is running Lyon County’; I can provide answers regarding the capability of the Silver Springs GID (sewer board). Indeed this board, of which I am a Trustee, is completely capable, as I must assume are the members of the DRAC Board and the Parks and Rec. staff and volunteers......
September 21, 2006
- District Court race - Aberasturi the only choice
This is an important race. Lyon and Churchill County residents should be well aware of the many legal issues - relating to water, in particular – that could, potentially, end up in the Third Judicial District Court. We all know where Harry Reid is coming from when it comes to the Walker River watershed. Carson and Truckee River waters are not immune to legal entanglements, either.......
September 19, 2006
- Questions. Questions. Questions. Where are the answers?
Request for County Manager resignation; Meeting in Fernley; Silver City Community Center; Silver Springs GID; Office space needs.........
September 18, 2006
- Commissioner Candidates to speak in Dayton
Phone number error corrected: 847-0129. Charley Lawson and Larry McPherson to speak Friday, September 22, 2006...........
September 18, 2006
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, September 21, 2006
MEETING IN FERNLEY: Possible action to begin termination process for County Manager; Change DRAC to 5 member board October 1; Expand Dayton utilities boundaries; US 50 Study update.......
September 15, 2006
- Accuracy of DRAC minutes challenged
Speaking at the September 6, 2006 DRAC meeting, Vice Chairman (Acting Chairman) Richard Foley charged the minutes, written by Acting Secretary Mabel Masterman did not accurately reflect the discussion that took place on August 2 relating to an agenda item....
September 14, 2006
- DRAC Vice Chair questions commissioner decision
The Vice Chairman (Acting Chairman) of the Dayton Regional Advisory Council is challenging the Lyon County Commissioners’ rationale for disbanding the community’s advisory board......
September 14, 2006
- Commissioner decisions continued
CLC Park & Rec reorganization; Aspen Creek development; County Manager report to board.....
September 13, 2006
- Reader postings
Updated May 14, 2009...The following are postings from readers relating to recent articles/commentaries. Editor's note: After this posting, no further letters relating to the SS Master Plan will be posted without a verifiable name and phone number...the phone number will not be posted!
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, September 7, 2006
Water agreement with Dayton Valley Investors; Silver Springs GID; Office space in Dayton and Silver Springs.....
September 12, 2006
- Is there a new County Manager on the horizon?
The rumors are flying….and while NewsDesk seldom responds to unsubstantiated reports, the individuals passing this information on to NewsDesk are definitely in my “trusted and believable” category.......
September 11, 2006
- Angle endorses Heller
I want to thank you for supporting me through the primary election and ask you to join me in supporting the election of Dean Heller to Congress........
September 6, 2006
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, September 7, 2006
Reorganization of Parks and Recreation; Leasing of office space at Occidental Square for Sheriff's Dept.; Extension of Interim Water Rights Transfer Agreement between County and Dayton Valley Investors.......
September 5, 2006
- Letter to Editor - What are the commissioners thinking?
"The dismissal/disbandment of the Dayton Regional Advisory Council (DRAC) was led by Dayton’s own representative to the Commission, Bob Milz - who is apparently a student of Cuban political affairs......."
September 1, 2006
- MHAC agenda - Tuesday, September 5, 2006
Proposed Mobile Home Park; Board vacancies.....
August 31, 2006
- DRAC agenda - Wednesday, September 6, 2006
Discussion of DRAC dissolution; Discussion of District 4 vacancy nomination and possible rectifying of July contested action...
August 31, 2006
- Lack of local control is a simple matter of a lack of grey matter....
The commissioners have made it very clear – Dayton/Mound House residents are simply incapable of managing their own Utility services. There apparently is no one of suitable brain-power, suitable abilities, and suitable fiscal knowledge living in Dayton/Mound House to handle this wonderfully managed – but intricate and fiscally complicated - Utility in the manner the five intellectuals seated in Yerington have.........
August 30, 2006
- Jannette Hoffert made a difference
The following is a reprint of a story appearing in the August 30, 2006 Leader-Courier. It is a wonderful tribute to the now departed Park & Recreation leader Jannette Hoffert written by Dayton Leader-Courier Editor Karen Rhodes......
August 30, 2006
- Just because one can, does not necessarily mean one should.......
.......perhaps if we had been included in the process our attitudes would be different!
August 25, 2006
- 2006 General Election Candidates
A list of candidates that will appear on your November 7, 2006 ballot..........
August 24, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, August 17, 2006
Boardwalks & streetlights for Dayton??; Silver City update; Utility debt update; Legislative proposals...........
August 23, 2006
- Commissioners discuss Dayton unincorporation & CLC Park & Rec
"....I am the one listening to all the crap from my neck of the woods. I’m getting sick and tired of hearing about it. I’m requesting you put it on the agenda for discussion and action.” Commissioner Milz
August 22, 2006
- Some post election musings
A perspective of the recent Primary contests, including Lyon County Sheriff,Commissioner and District Judge races - and State Treasurer, Congressional and Governor contests..............
August 18, 2006
- CLC Park & Rec Board vents concerns
Offered an opportunity to question County staff regarding the recently instituted changes in Central Lyon County Parks and Recreation, local residents vented some frustrations with the rapidity of the move, the advisory board’s lack of involvement and expressed fears of losing their role as an advisory board with the new arrangement....there also appears to be some disagreement regarding the timing of Janette Hoffert's resignation.
August 19, 2006
- Dubious election tactics not just a statewide fad...
But the political “dirty tricks” and dubious tactics aren’t the singular property of statewide candidates. For example, such shenanigans also took place in a local District Court Judge’s race – imagine that....And right in the middle of it is a former Nevada State Senator.
August 16, 2006
- Remaining commissioner decisions - August 3, 2006
Sheriff's space and planning decisions.....
August 16, 2006
- CLC Park & Rec meeting tonight
6:30PM; Dayton Valley Golf Course club house...
August 16, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - August 3, 2006
DRAC disbanded; Residents urge Silver City School house action........
August 14, 2006
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, August 17, 2006
Bill draft requests for 2007 Legislative session; Legislative appropriation for partial construction costs Lyon County Jail; Consultant for Master Plan services; Three year extension of water agreement with Wade Development.......
August 14, 2006
- Have the commissioners killed rule by consensus in Dayton?
It appears that, unless the vote goes to their way of thinking, it means absolutely nothing. Over and over again, this has proven true – at least when it pertains to residents of Dayton. But what do I know – Commissioner Milz, according to his public statements, apparently represents the views of Dayton residents. Those who participate in the process and vote do not.....
August 11, 2006
- Park & Rec reorganized; Hoffert resigns
Central Lyon County Parks and Recreation have been restructured and a very familiar face is leaving her leadership role......
August 11, 2006
- Dayton resident condemns commissioner action
"It is difficult to plumb the depth of the contempt that the county commissioners have for the people of Dayton. The notion that a board that meets at a distant place, none of whose members attend local meetings, know better how to represent those people is so outlandish as to be unworthy of any response...."
August 8, 2006
- Dayton town meeting: a study in informalities
The following is an article I came across a few years ago as I was doing some research at the State Library. I believe it appeared in either the Mason Valley News or Nevada Appeal – sometime around 1975-1980. No name appears on the heading. It appears things have not changed all that much!!
August 7, 2006
- A listing of DRAC members
A listing of present and past members of DRAC. Please feel free to send additional names to NewsDesk.......
August 7, 2006
- Commissioners' dismantling of DRAC a disgrace to themselves and Dayton
“You know, as a commissioner, I think I represent my community and when I go to DRAC I don’t see them representing me. I think that is my job – to make sure they do.” Commissioner Bob Milz, August 3, 2006
August 5, 2006
- NRA endorses Angle
Reno, NV – The National Rifle Association (NRA) officially endorsed Sharron Angle (R-Reno) in her bid for Congress. In a statement issued today, the NRA urged its members and other Nevada gun owners and sportsmen in the second congressional district to vote for Angle in the upcoming August 15 primary race.
August 5, 2006
- What if Augustine wins?
As we all know, we face a situation in the Treasurer’s race where, if Kathy Augustine were to win the primary, we would need to select a candidate for the general election prior to August 22nd.
August 5, 2006
- Commissioners disband DRAC
Commissioner Milz, in making the motion to disband the current DRAC board, stated “Since DRAC apparently does not represent the people of Dayton – it never has – they need to restructure.”......
August 3, 2006
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, August 3, 2006
Possible changes to DRAC organization, membership and appointment process; Possible County move to take over SSGID; Space requirements for Sheriff in Dayton area.....
July 30, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - July 20, 2006
Justice of the Peace salaries; Utility project agreements; Water Grant applications......
July 30, 2006
- MHAC agenda - Tuesday, August 1, 2006
Tuesday, August 1, 2006, Mound House fire Station, 7:00PM........
July 28, 2006
- Local columnist unhappy with planning denial of Ricci request
Must speak out for ranchers whose families have worked the fertile lands of Dayton Valley since the late 1880s. The July 11 vote made by the Lyon County Planning Commission to deny a master plan amendment for the Ricci family on 40 acres located above their ranch off of Schaad Lane is unfair.....
July 27, 2006
- Senator Jake passes away
Update: Memorial Service set. Former State Senator Lawrence “Jake” Jacobsen passed away this morning (July 28) at his home.
July 26, 2006
- DRAC agenda - Wednesday, August 2
Wednesday, August 2, 2006; Lakes Boulevard, Dayton; 7:00PM - Aspen Creek 2,096-acre subdivision........
July 27, 2006
- Gathering for District Court Judge candidate Aberasturi
An informal gathering for District Court Judge candidate Leon Aberasturi will be held Wednesday, August 9, 2006 at the Dayton Valley Country Club beginning at 6:00PM.
July 26, 2006
- Elected officials salaries
The following are the salaries of Lyon County elected officials as approved in the 2006-07 budget.....
July 21, 2006
- TASC to be on ballot
The following is a Press Release from Senator Bob Beer's campaign office.......
July 21, 2006
- Your County tax rates
The Lyon County Commissioners approved the following tax rates for Fiscal Year 2006-07. For those of you who might have some interest as to how much you are paying to the State, County and individual County taxing districts, a brief summary follows.....
July 20, 2006
- Commissioners continue to baffle
Time after time, faced with a pressing issue of one sort or another, the Board asks staff to set up a committee to look into options to resolve the issue and return to the Board with their finding when ready. The Commission proceeds to go into their antics....
July 18, 2006
- Dawn Gibbons presents views on senior issues
The single, largest, aging generation in our nation’s history is beginning to reach retirement age, joining their aunts and uncles, parents and grandparents. The Baby Boomers, the post World War II people who helped bring our nation such great prosperity, are entering their 60s.......
July 18, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - July 20, 2006
Utility Water & Wastewater Management Plan agreements; Setting of Justice of Peace salaries..........
July 14, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - Part 2 July 6 meeting
Planning department location and staffing; Animal services agreement with Storey County...
- Augustine Memorial Service set
Saturday service set in Las Vegas....
July 13, 2006
- GOV. GUINN WILL MEET WITH AIR FORCE REPRESENTATIVES
Press RElease: Gov. Kenny Guinn will meet with representatives of the U.S. Air Force on Monday, July 17, in his Capitol Building office, to determine federal government plans for possible expansion of Hill Air Force Base into eastern Nevada.
July 12, 2006
- GOVERNOR APPOINTS STEVE MARTIN STATE CONTROLLER
Press release: Gov. Kenny Guinn today appointed Steve Martin, 58, to fill the remaining term of office of State Controller Kathy Augustine, following her untimely death on July 11, 2006. Martin will officially be sworn into office in Las Vegas on Thursday, July 13, at 1:15 PM, in the Governor’s Office located in the Grant Sawyer Building.
July 12, 2006
- State Controller Kathy Augustine passes away
Governor's statement on passing of Kathy Augustine.....
July 11, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - July 6, 2006 Part 1- Updated
Updated information: County Manager evaluation; CAHI denied; County office space issues.......
July 10, 2006
- ASG update - Commissioners gain split ruling
As a result of a split ruling by Federal Settlement Judge Reed on the County’s motion to dismiss, the Advanced Specialty Gases suit against Lyon County remains alive. A motion to dismiss by Commissioner Bob Milz was denied.
July 5, 2006
- Clark County Republican candidate unhappy with State Party Chair
The following letters were sent to NewsDesk by Steve Sanson, a Republican candidate for Clark County Public Administrator.
July 3, 2006
- Commissioner decisions Part 4
The final report on the June 15, 2006 Commission meeting.........
July 3, 2006
- Congressional candidate Angle issues Energy Policy Statement
. I support a temporary moratorium on gas taxes to provide some immediate relief to the consumer at the gas pump......
July 1, 2006
- DeStefano under attack, again
NewsDesk takes no position on these issues. The information is being provided for your information only.
July 1, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - July 6, 2006
Tax incentives to two businesses; Interlocal water distribution agreement with Carson City; Smith Valley mosquito abatement.....
July 1, 2006
- DRAC agenda - July 5, 2006
NDOT Shareholder Working Group report; Status report - Dayton P.O.; DRAC - PUD recommendations....
July 1, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - Part 3
County staff presented commissioners with three proposals addressing varying County office space needs. Following lengthy discussion, two of the proposals were approved as presented. Action on the third proposal, addressing office needs in the Dayton and Silver Springs area, was postponed to a later date.
June 29, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - Part 2
Brothel fees increased; Mound House Sewer System Preliminary Engineering Report - $100,000 refund......
- Commissioner decisions June 15 - Part 1
Off-road vehicle ordinance; Hunewill Ranch sale to BLM..........
June 23, 2006
- Congressman Gibbon's June newsletter
This month, we mark another milestone in the Global War on Terror with the death of Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, a man who led one of the most deadly insurgent groups in Iraq.
June 18, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, June 15
Off road vehicle prohibitions; County office space search in Dayton, Silver Springs; Transfer of funds to Mason Valley Mosquito Abatement District and Willow Creek GID.......
June 14, 2006
- Sheriff's race heating up
Three of the four men vying to replace retiring Sheriff Sid Smith answered to a variety of issues and concerns at a recent Dayton forum.
June 11, 2006
- Beers speaking in Reno Monday
Bob Beers, candidate for Governor, will be speaking in Reno Monday evening.
June 11, 2006
- Meeting: Master Plan revisions for Dayton State Park
The Nevada Division of State Parks is pleased to announce the commencement of Master Plan Revisions for Dayton State Park. A series of workshops will be held in partnership with Lyon County to discuss future management of this park.
June 9, 2006
- New hires authorized within 2006-07 Lyon County budget
Authorized personnel is listed by department. The listed employees equal a total of 18.55 fulltime employees.........
June 9, 2006
- Primary races - the rest of them....
The remaining Primary election races of interest to NewsDesk readers.....
June 7, 2006
- Commissioner Planning decisions - June 1 2006
Gold Canyon Development (Stagecoach) zone change; Rebbecca Ranch (Mason)tentative map..............
June 5, 2006
- Commissioner Decisions - June 1, 2006
Opportunity for Master Plan amendment requests reduced; Sales tax increase to go on ballot...........
June 2, 2006
- Republican State Treasurer candidate's problems continue to mount
The following John Ralston column appears in the June 2, 2006 edition of the Las Vegas sun.
June 2, 2006
- MHAC Agenda - Tuesday, June 6
MOUND HOUSE ADVISORY COUNCIL
Mound House Fire Station
56 Red Rock Road
7:00PM
Mound House, NV 89706
June 1, 2006
- State Treasurer Candidate's legal residence questioned by opponent
The following is an affidavit filed May 26, 2006 by Republican State Treasurer Candidate Joseph Pitts challenging the residency of fellow Republican State Treasurer Candidate Mark DeStephano......
June i, 2006
- Sheriff's Candidates to speak in Dayton
Friday, June 9, 11:45AM - Reservations, please....
June 1, 2006
- Dawn Gibbons in Yerington
The public is invited to a Meet and Greet Reception in honor of Congressional candidate Dawn Gibbons, Thursday June 15th, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at Kathleen's, 18 North Main Street, Yerington.
- Remember this?
Time is running short. With groundwater rights hard to come by, in December 2003 developer Joe Wade arranged a water rights deal with Lyon County......
May 30, 2006
- Professional studies are costly, in more ways than one
The following is a reprint of a NewsDesk commentary, first published September 4, 2004. With the recent 35 to 40-percent increase in Dayton and Mound House Water & Sewer Rates, it seemed a good idea to jog some memories as to past activities. A few editorial updates have been added.
May 27, 2006
- Quiet reaction to 35 to 40-percent increse in monthly bills
Updated: Douglas County added; Let’s compare the basic new single family residential water rates for Mound House, Dayton, Carson City and Douglas County........
May 27, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, June 1, 2006
Sales tax increase ballot question; Planning issues.............
May 26, 2006
- Commentary: A look at the Primary Ballot in Lyon County
Even with a number of candidates running unopposed, there should be some very interesting and contentious races of interest to Lyon County residents. It is time to start asking questions and paying attention.
May 23, 2006
- Reid double-speaking, again?
"Our federal wallet is stretched to the limit by illegal aliens getting welfare, food stamps, medical care and other benefits without paying taxes. These programs were not meant to entice freeloaders and scam artists from around the world." Harry Reid, 1993
May 22, 2006
- Augustine comes out fighting in response to Party censure
Augustine, in a statement to NewsDesk and others, said she does not consider a vote of 119 delegates a ‘mandate’ of Republicans throughout the state. She points out that only 135 delegates attended the convention out of almost 2,000 eligible positions.....
May 22, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - May 18, 2006
Utility rate hikes; New water company for utility; New website upgrade..........
May 19, 2006
- Dayton-Mound House Utility rate hikes approved
The increases represent approximately a 40-percent hike in monthly rates for Dayton and Mound House water users and a 35-percent hike for those in the Dayton sewer service area. The new rates will take effect July 1, 2006.
May 18, 2006
- Hettrick to head Beers campaign
Press release issued May 18, 2006 from campaign office of Bob Beers, candidate for Governor....
May 18, 2006
- State GOP Chair's proposal should add some devisive spice to the party
As if the Republican Party does not have enough problems already, the effort by some within the State Party to potentially bar Kathy Augustine from receiving party support will apparently be a major topic for debate at the upcoming state convention.....Assuming it is because she is the only one the amendment proposal applies to, Adams sent a copy of his proposal to Augustine. In response, she asked Adams............
May 15, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, May 18, 2006
Dayton/Mound House utility rate increase final public hearing; Selection of Master Plan consultant firm; Crystal Clear Water Company agreement.....
May 13, 2006
- Commission Planning decisions - May 4, 2006
The Villages of Silver Springs.........and a bunch of routine decisions!
May 12, 2006
- Commissioners & RTC to meet
Monday, May 15, 2006, Yerington..........
May 10, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - May 4, 2006
Off-road vehicle ordinance; Yerington Senior Center discussion; Ordinance changing master plan amendment process.......
May 8, 2006
- 2006 Candidate Filings
Full listing of filed candidates relating to Lyon County inerests.......
May 18, 2006
- Commentary - Would you believe...
While sitting through sometimes lengthy, sometimes relatively uneventful, sometimes surprising Commission meetings, I can become bored, frustrated, irritated and, on occassion, enlightened - in a strange sort of way. It amazes me public officials, even in this comparatively small political milieu of Lyon County, can keep a straight face while saying and doing some of the things they say and do......
May 7, 2006
- Another County Planner resigns
Joan Johnson, a Lyon County Planner, announced today she is leaving her position....
May 4, 2006
- County department heads ready to raft Carson River
In what has been termed a team-building/team learning experience, Lyon County Department Heads are scheduled to head down the Carson River tomorrow morning (Friday, May 5, 2006).....
May 4, 2006
- Knecht files for Board of Regents
Press release from former Nevada Assemblyman Ron Knecht announcing his filing for State Board of Regents....
May 4, 2006
- Dayton-Mound House residents face SUBSTANTIAL Utility rate hikes
Current & proposed rates listed; Previous Commentary on issue re-published......
May 3, 2006
- MHAC Special Meeting
Planning issues affecting the Mound House area. Due to posting problems, this agenda could not be addressed at the regular meeting.
May 3, 2006
- DRAC agenda - Wednesday, May 3
Wednesday, May 3, 2006 - Lyon county Office complex, 34 Lakes Boulevard, Dayton - Landscape Ordinance Draft; Bylaw changes; NDOT working group report.....
May 2, 2006
- Enough of this illegal immigrant brouhaha
Personally speaking, I think the whole brouhaha raised over this proposed legislation is a gigantic slap in the face to all Hispanics who have immigrated to this country legally, become US citizens or have legally gained residence, followed US laws, speak the language of their adopted/chosen country of residence – in other words, are living in United States of America just as the Japanese, Koreans, Swedish, Germans, Irish, English, et al have done who have also chosen to immigrate legally to America.
April 29, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, May 4, 2006
County relationship with Yerington Senior Center; Ordinance proposal to increase sales tax; Ordinance proposal to ban use of OHV's on unpaved County maintained roads; Agreement to purchase water company.....
- MHAC Agenda - Tuesday, May 2, 2006
Utilities water status and rate study results......
April 27, 2006
- Beers Calls For Elimination Of State Gas Tax
Gov. Guinn Urged To Call Special Legislative Session....for the purpose of permanently repealing the state portion of the gas tax. The repeal will have no effect on road maintenance and construction if such programs are funded by the growing government tax surplus.
April 27, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - April 20, 2006
Hof appointed to Room Tax Board; Board supports sales tax increase ballot question; Boys & Girls Club fee waiver denied.........
April 27, 2006
- Commissioners, City & Hospital to dicuss tax rates
Discussion and possible action on fiscal year 2006/2007 tax rates and/or increases in fiscal year 2006/2007 tax rates for the City of Yerington, South Lyon County Hospital District, and County Commissioners, and, if necessary, discussion and possible action on how to allocate remaining property tax cap among those local governments...
April 26, 2006
- Angle Publicizes Details For National Fiscal Responsibility
Today, Sharron Angle, a Congressional candidate for District 2, revealed details of her 5-point Plan for National Fiscal Responsibility......Angle, an anti-tax advocate, used Tax Freedom Day as the day to rollout her fiscal policies. Angle pointed out that Tax Freedom Day comes later each year, and noted that Americans are paying out more on taxes than they spend collectively on clothing, groceries, and housing combined.
April 26, 2006
- Is officer a casualty in U.S. terrorism war?
The following article was sent to Bob and Betty Brogan by Carson City’s own Kirk Lippold, CDR, USN, a graduate of Carson High School and a former student of Bob’s.
April 23, 2006
- Mound House resident waiting for response from County
MH resident sends second letter to County regarding Linehan Road issues....
April 23, 2006
- Utility rate hearing - Dayton, April 26
Wednesday, April 26 - 6:00PM, Dayton Utilities Building, 34 Lakes Boulevard....
April 20, 2006
- NewsDesk experiencing mailing problems, again!
FIXED!! My suggestion, at this point, is if you do not receive a NewsDesk mailing on a relatively regular basis, place NewsDesk on your “favorites” and check in every few days to check for new postings.
April 20, 2006
- Congressman Gibbon's April newsletter
Less Than One Month Remaining to Enroll in a Prescription Drug Plan.........
April 20, 2006
- Judicial appointment a disturbing surprise
I know absolutely nothing of the individuals involved or possible behind the scenes shenanigans involved in the recent appointments to fill vacancies in other Judicial Districts; however, the Third Judicial District appointment process reeks of political favoritism.
April 20, 2006
- County ready to interview Master Plan consultants
In a best case scenario, Lyon County will have a long awaited comprehensive master plan completed by the end of 2007; however, new Lyon County Planning Director Rob Loveberg cautions the process could take longer.
April 19, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, April 20
Denis Hof wants Room Tax board appointment; Request for Fairgronds fee waiver for Boys & Girls Club; Possible imposition of sales tax increase on retailers.....
April 17, 2006
- Initiative Petition - Unfunded mandates concern local governments
The Nevada Association of Counties (NACO) on December 22, 2005 filed an initiative petition that would constitutionally ban unfunded mandates placed on Nevada counties and cities.
April 10, 2006
- RETRACTION - BEERS regrets to inform media and voters the truth about GIBBONS
In a continuation of the “war of words” between Congressman Jim Gibbons and Senator Bob Beers (stemming from an April 1 ‘press release” from Beers’ campaign office), the Beers campaign office today issued the following press release:
April 10, 2006
- Commissioner Planning Decisions
Quilici Ranch, Dayton; Robert Hahn, Silver Springs; Bill Carlson, Smith Valley; Kingman Customs, Stagecoach.....
April 7, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - April 6, 2006
NACO update, including Unfunded Mandate Initiative Petition; New building permit software; Special assessment District guidelines.......
April 6, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, April 6, 2006
Commissioner meeting room, 27 S. Main St., Yerington, beginning at 9:00AM.....
March 31, 2006
- Danny Tarkanian coming to Dayton
Danny Tarkanian, candidate for Nevada Secretary of State, will be in Dayton on Sunday, April 2, 2006......
March 30, 2006
- MHAC Agenda - Tuesday, April 4, 2006
MOUND HOUSE ADVISORY COUNCIL
Mound House Fire Station
56 Red Rock Road
March 30, 2006
- First Occasional Lyon County Liar's Contest
April 1 is not just for fools, anymore. This year you can witness honest, to goodness lying fools! Saturday, April 1......
March 29, 2006
- Commissioner actions - March 16, 2006
Presentation and update on the Criminal Justice Committee; budget workshops......
March 25, 2006
- New Planning Director hired
Staying “in house”, Lyon County filled the vacant Planning Director position with a recently hired Planning Department employee.
March 24, 2006
- Congressman Gibbon's March Newsletter
Update on the economy........
March 20, 2006
- Augustine offers more info re: ethics agreement
Kathy Augustine’s legal travails continue to remain center stage.
They might be simply an unpleasant, but largely forgotten, part of Nevada political lore – but for the fact State Controller Augustine is now a declared candidate for State Treasurer and State Republican Party Chairman Paul Adams is now determined to see that she gets no support from the State Party if she happens to win the Republican Primary.
March 20, 2006
- Augustine responds to impeachment issue
Perhaps stung by criticism of her failure to address the issue during Wednesday’s (March 15, 2006) teleconference call-meeting with State Republican Party Chairman Paul Adams, Augustine, a declared candidate for State Treasurer, this week presented several individuals with copies of a November 7, 2004, 10-page document outlining challenges to the legality of the Legislative impeachment hearings.
March 18, 2006
- Property owner upset with taxes & impact fee levels
"I have never agreed with this theory (Impact Fees), but the practice is in place and will never be changed. I think the new people are being ripped off......"Subscriber Gene Milligan
March 15, 2006
- Augustine- Adams face off
Updated: Letter from Adams to Augustine posted at end of article...It appears the controversy stirred by Republican Party Chair Paul Adams’ proposed shunning of State Comptroller/Republican State Treasurer Candidate Kathy Augustine will not be resolved anytime soon.
March 15, 2006
- AOL causing problems for readers
There is a NewsDesk mailing problem for AOL users. AOL is blocking certain newsletters/blogs and trying to "extort" money from anyone they label as a spammer by charging for the right to get such mailings through their spam filter.
March 15, 2006
- Bob Beers to be in Fernley
Beers, a candidate for Governor of Nevada, will be in Fernely Friday, March 24 for breakfast at jake's (silverado Casino at 10:00AM......
March 12, 2006
- Impact Fee Study summary and recommendations
Lyon County retained BBC Research & Consulting (BBC) and Galena Consulting in June 2005 to calculate impact fees for various categories of County growth related infrastructure....
March 12, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, March 16
Budget workshops; Update on Criminal Justice Committee and other related issues......
March 12, 2006
- Mound House resident wants County to address Linehan Road concerns
On January 5, 2005, MHAC member Bud Clements sent the following letter to County Manager Donna Kristaponis. Clements says the County has not acknowledged his concerns relating to the deteriorating condition of Linehan Road (due to heavy truck traffic) and safety issues along the Highway 50 corridor through Mound House. The letter was sent to NewsDesk today – March 8, 2006
- Computers!
Computers are a wonderful technological addition to our everyday life – until something goes wrong with your own!!
March 3, 2006
- Beers celebrates court decision
A March 3, 2006 Press Release from the campaign office of Bob Beers. Beers is one of three announced candidates for Governor.
March 3, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - March 2, 2006
County will look into taking over Mason Valley private water company; Legislative update..........
March 3, 2006
- MHAC agenda
Tuesday, March 7, 2006, at the Fire Station beginning at 7:00PM
March 2, 2006
- State Republican Party leader out of line
Is Ms. Augustine’s candidacy that much of a threat to the Party; or, is it that her candidacy is a threat to certain political interests within the Party? Are the forces pushing Mr. Adams in his efforts to discredit Ms. Augustine the same as those that pushed Republican legislators in their bumbling efforts to disgrace and embarrass her?
February 27, 2006
- Dawn Gibbons to speak Friday at Dayton meeting
Dawn Gibbons, Republican candidate for Congress, will speak Friday at the Dayton Republican Men’s Club meeting. Bob Beers, candidate for Governor, is also expected to be in attendance.
February 26, 2006
- Commissioner agenda - March 2, 2006
Sale of sewer bonds; 180 day extension for SS Airport engineering agreement; $50,000 change order for SS Senior Center......
February 25, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - February 16, 2006
Updated & complete: Park ordinance; Bids for SS Animal Shelter; Security issues at Yerington mine........
February 23, 2006
- Commentary - Hasson resignation
There have been so many department head changes in the past nine or so years it is hard to comprehend just what road to the 21st Century this county is driving on….or where they expect it to take them.
February 15, 2006
- Silver Springs project on "timely" fast track
· “This is just a master plan change…..It is a long process.” Not to worry……
February 14, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, February 16, 2006
PLEASE NOTE: THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN SILVER SPRINGS. Business includes: Security at Yerington mine site; Park ordinance; Road maintenance inclusions/deletions............
February 11, 2006
- UNION LAWSUIT IS A DESPERATE ATTEMPT TO BLOCK THE VOICE OF NEVADA CITIZENS
The AFL-CIO and a coalition of government employee unions filed a lawsuit on Friday to stop Nevada’s TASC Amendment, which would put voters in charge of government spending growth in the Silver State.
February 8, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - February 2, 2006
Rolling A Wastewater Treatment Phase 3 update, and more..........
February 8, 2006
- Commissioner Planning Decisions - February 2, 2006
Silver Sage subdivision; Snyder Livestock SUP; Backtrack LLC................
February 6, 2006
- Gibbon's speech disappointing - substance needed
One has to wonder why he could not project a little more enthusiasm and add a little substance?
February 5, 2006
- Commissioners overturn planning board - approve Silver Springs zone change
The vote paves the way for developers of the proposed Villages of Silver Springs to proceed with the 697 home project, located near the Silver Springs schools.
February 3, 2006
- Mound House Advisory Council meeting
Tuesday, February 3, 2006 at the Firestation on Linehan Road, Mound House beginning at 7:00PM........
February 3, 2006
- Planning Director resigns
Steven Hasson resigns............
February 3, 2006
- High-density Silver Springs project meeting opposition
The first high-density subdivision proposal for Silver Springs is being met with considerable skepticism and opposition.
January 30, 2006
- ASG - County legal battle update
The pending legal issues between Advanced Specialty Gases and Lyon County remain in the courts, with no apparent imminent resolution.
January 28, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, February 2, 2006
Regular agenda includes progress report for Phase III Rolling A plant; Acceptance of bid for test hole for Aquifer Storage & Recovery Well #1 in Dayton...Planning issues include Villages of Silver Springs Master Plan, Change of Land and Tentative Map requests....
January 27, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - January 19, 2006
County park ordinance; New fulltime DA position; County to assist Fernley with elections.............
January 23, 2006
- Congressman Gibbon's January newsletter
Millions of Seniors Seeing Savings with New Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit....
January 23, 2006
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, January 19, 2006
Request to change part time Deputy DA to full time; Ordinance to create rules for county park system; Accept bid for Silver Springs Senior Center construction.........
January 14, 2006
- Is an early reapportionment in the works for Lyon County?
There is an escalating rumor running around Lyon County that some commissioners would like to reapportion voting districts prior to the next census. These unnamed individuals have purportedly requested legal advice on the viability of such a move.
January 11, 2006
- DRAC VP grateful for election verification
"In reality, all of those charges had little to do with the real issue those in the county should have been dealing with which was, specifically, Commissioners didn't follow Title 3.01.03, Lyon County Code that states "The members of said Councils shall be appointed by the County Commissioners after selection by the residents of the area represented......."
January 9, 2006
- DRAC election - will any lessons be learned?
I tend to believe Dayton residents fully understand the fiscal liabilities of incorporating a commissioner created ‘bedroom” community. In addition, they also understand the ridiculousness of incorporating without full control of their own utility services.
January 9, 2006
- Contentious DRAC election stands
"I still feel that Commissioner Milz owes the members of DRAC an apology.” Barbara Peck
January 6, 2006
- NewsDesk on vacation - HAPPY NEW YEAR!
NewsDesk will be away on vacation through January 6, 2006.......
December 26, 2005
- DRAC - A few more words....
Come January 5, 2006, the Lyon County Commissioners, presumably, will determine the next course of action regarding the appointment – or lack, thereof – of members to fill vacancies on the Dayton Regional Advisory Council.....
December 26, 2005
- Don't let primary issue get lost in the fog of excuses
"....Just admit it.... you guys blew it. My suggestion would be to just take your lumps on this one, apologize to DRAC and the community in general, and THEN address by-law changes or whatever else needs to be done. Being up-front and honest about what transpired might do wonders in the credibility department.” DRAC member.....
December 21, 2005
- Resident aghast at Commissioner action
Even when removing the "personal" surrounding Milz and his motion, I'm just flabbergasted at what was done. No, actually dumbfounded that the other Commissioners all went along with it.
December 19, 2005
- District Attorney issues statement regarding DRAC election
DA addresses issues related to DRAC election and other advisory board issues.
December 19, 2005
- Will DRAC election signal beginning of end to advisory boards
There is no doubt in anyone’s mind as to Commissioner Milz’ reasoning behind his action and if his will is allowed to prevail in this issue I would deem it quite appropriate for the DRAC to resign in full – making it a lot less troublesome for Commissioner Milz to create a board to his liking! Mr. Gray and whomever else the county wishes to serve their needs could be placed in this “community” advisory position – no election or community input necessary.
December 19, 2005
- Quite a history lesson!
For those who may not be aware, the Carson City High School History Department, Principal and School Board have recently been the object of quite a public bashing.
December 16, 2005
- DRAC election skewered by commissioner
According to information received this evening, Commissioner Bob Milz, Dayton’s District 1 representative, today convinced the County Commissioners to toss out the community’s choice to fill a position on the town’s advisory council.
December 15, 2005
- Many questions remain unanswered
Many questions remain unanswered regarding the failure of the Lyon County Commissioners to even mention the wishes of DRAC and local voters to appoint Richard Foley to a vacancy on the advisory board.
December 16, 2005
- Congressman Gibbon's December column
More specifically, America's nine-year-olds are posting the best scores in reading and math in the history of this report. Thirteen-year-olds earned the highest math scores the test has ever recorded.
December 15, 2005
- PRESS RELEASE: STATE COMMITTEE TELLS STATE CAPITAL TO CONTROL SPENDING
State Senator Bob Beers submitted an amendment to Nevada’s state constitution on Monday that will bring sanity back to Nevada’s state budget, which is the fastest-growing state budget in the nation.
NewsDesk December 12, 2005
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, December 15, 2005
Review County & County Manager goals; CDBG presentations; Board appointments.........
December 10, 2005
- Animal activist questions County holiday shelter policy
On the day after Thanksgiving at 2:45 p.m., a cable company truck pulled up at my residence and told me he had picked up two stray pit pulls, a female and an intact male. Animal Control was closed and the police at the Silver Springs substation told him that if he did not want to take the dogs back to Gardnerville to just let them go.
December 10, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - December 1, 2005
CDBG applications; Dayton Valley Road completion; Acceptance 2004-05 audit; Justice Court boundary changes; Planning issues....
December 2, 2005
- New Justice Court Districts - SV & MV to join
Effective July 1, 2006, Silver Springs residents will become part of the Fernley Canal Township Justice Court, and the Smith Valley and Mason Valley Township Justice Courts will be joined into one Justice Court – the Walker River Township Justice Court.
December 1, 2005
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, December 1
Commissioners will consider two possible options in realignment of Justice Court districts: (1) Move Silver Springs into Canal Township; (2) Move Silver Springs into Canal and combine Smith VAlley & Mason Valley Townships..........
November 28, 2005
- Why do we need Franchise Fees?
You may not realize it, but when you pay your utility (electric, gas provider, telecommunications, and commercial mobile radio) bills, you are also paying a portion of that entity’s Lyon County franchise fee.
November 22, 2005
- Commissioner decisions November 17, 2005
Justice Court boundary changes; V & T Railroad crossings; Water facilities Master Plan; Effluent Management Program; Water transfer applications.........
November 18, 2005
- MHAC Special Meeting, Monday, November 21
Nomination and election of new board members.
November 17, 2005
- Planning.....traffic... planning
As a result of the workshop held November 10, 2005, the Commissioners have agreed to hire a new planner. The sole responsibility of the new hire will be to address the long anticipated countywide master plan.
November 16, 2005
- Congressman Gibbons - Monthly Newsletter
No one wants to go to war. The hardest vote any member of Congress ever has to make is the one that could send our young men and women overseas to defend freedom.
November 16, 2005
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, November 17, 2005
Water transfer applications; Change of Justice Court boundaries; Wild Horse & Burro Center feasibility study; V & T vehicle crossings; Dayton/Mound House Water Facilites Master Plan......
November 14, 2005
- Commissioners & RTC to hold joint meeting
Wednesday, November 16, 2005, 9:00AM, Yerington
November 14, 2005
- Commissioners meet tomorrow to discuss planning functions
Lyon County Commissioners tomorrow will hold a special workshop meeting to review staffing needs for County planning functions and consider a process for completing a comprehensive master plan. (Sorry for the late notice, but the agenda for the meeting was not received from the County in the usual timely manner, but passed on to NewsDesk via other means.)
November 9, 2005
- Dayton Valley Road Storage – Retail project approved
The 8.5-acre parcel has been the subject of a number of proposals and considerable debate amongst local residents and the Dayton Regional Advisory Council.......
November 7, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - November 3, 2005
New ordinances; Planning issues, including controversial Dayton storage units; CAHI request granted.......
Novmeber 4, 2005
- CAHI allowed to delay paying Utility hookup charges
“As far as the other developers, if they are upset over this issue – the only reason we can’t allow them at this point in time to pay at time of permit is they haven’t done what they said they were going to do......"
November 4, 2005
- Commissioner agenda - Thursdday, November 3, 2005
Planning issues; Ordinance imposing a Residential construction tax: Ordinance amending definition of a gas provider.......
October 30, 2005
- MHAC meeting - Tuesday, November 1, 2005
Nominations for board positions; Community newsletter; Formation of Master Plan Committee.....
October 30, 2005
- County takes next step in ASG procedings
The County has taken another “routine” step in the long, drawn out legal procedures relating to the 2001 revocation of the Advanced Specialty Gases special use permit.
October 27, 2005
- Beers proposes vehicle tax cut
Today, Senator Bob Beers (R), announced that as Governor, he will call on the Legislature to cut the Government Services Tax by about half.
October 26, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - October 20, 2005
Willowcreek GID rates set; Walker River Subdivision map..........
October 23, 2005
- Forming opinions
It really is time for this board to stop the continuous game playing amongst themselves, developers and other politically relevant parties. They really are not fooling those negatively affected, but, alas, continue year after year to play politics with our money and our land.
October 19, 2005
- Congressman Jim Gibbons - October newsletter
Starting January 1, 2006, Medicare will provide Nevada’s seniors with a new way to save money on their prescription drugs....
October 18, 2005
- Planning Director explains planning activities & requests
Planning responsibilities; Need for additional Planner; Request for additional $250,000 consultant fees........
October 18, 2005
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, October 20, 2005
Walker River Subdivision; Willowcreek rate increase hearing; Adoption of Land Use Assumptions relating to County Impact Fees.......
October 17, 2005
- County Manager explains planning and needs
The following information is a summary of information received from County Manager Donna Kristaponis in response to an inquiry from NewsDesk.
October 17, 2005
- Pettiness and bruised egos
It appears the southern Lyon County Commissioners are in a tizzy fit of a pout and are going to batter, berate and belittle Planning Department staff and block any and all progressive planning efforts until they get their way or lop off a few heads.
October 13, 2005
- New strategy, same old game
When the County Commissioners overruled the wishes of both the Dayton Advisory Council and the County Planning Commission and removed several walking paths and a small park from a very large Dayton subdivision, it signaled a new strategy in their efforts to please developers.
October 11, 2005
- Commissioner Planning related decisions October 6, 2005
Remove green belts and park from Dayton subdivision; Smith Valley subdivision.......
October 10, 2005
- Congressional candidate Angle to speak at Las Vegas function
For our southern Nevada readers....October 12, 2005, 7:00PM, Marie Callendars, 8175 Sahara.
October 7, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - October 6, 2005
New Planning position; Willowcreek rate hike; Excess county funds; NDOT Highway 50 traffic study; School construction tax; Use of county water rights.........
October 7, 2005
- Transfer station rate increase corrected
It was all a mistake!
October 6, 2005
- Rebate checks in mail
Rebate checks in mail; Beers lauds Governor for actions; Gibbons makes plea for donation of money to Nevada Patriot Fund
October 5, 2005
- County caught off-gaurd with transfer station rate increase
It appears the recent rate increase at the Dayton and Fernley transfer stations not only caught users off guard and by surprise. Lyon County officials also had no idea any changes were imminent.
October 5, 2005
- Assemblywoman Sharron Angle to speak in Dayton
Four term Nevada Assemblywoman Sharron Angle will speak at the October 7, 2005 Dayton Republican Men’s Club luncheon. A strong proponent for tax restraint, Assemblywoman Angle is a candidate for U. S. Congress....
October 3, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, October 6, 2005
Allocation of excess beginning fund balance; Accept new roads; New full time planning position; School residential construction tax; NDOT Highway 50 traffic study; Set Willowcreek GID water & sewer rates.......
October 3, 2005
- NewsDesk 3rd Annual Funding Drive
I need your support. As you all well know, fuel costs have skyrocketed. This annual fund drive is the only means of outside financial support for NewsDesk....I will be moving to the VC Highlands by the end of October and intend, with your support, to continue this endeavor.
October 1, 2005
- Transfer station rates increase
Taking smaller loads to the waste transfer stations has suddenly become a rather costly trip for Fernley and Dayton residents.
October 1, 2005
- MHAC meeting - Tuesday, October 4, 2005
Tuesday, 7:00PM, Fire Station, 56 Red Rock Road...Board nominations, County official reports..
- Mammovan to visit Mound House
The Nevada Health Centers Mammovan is scheduled to make its first visit to Mound House on Friday, September 30, 2005.
September 23, 2005
- Lyon County school enrollments
Comparative school enrollments - June 2003, June 2005 and September 2005.
September 21, 2005
- Master Plans and Transportation Plans
With the Planning Commission now taking the initiative, the County Commission’s task should be to give its full support and then get out of the way!
September 21, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - September 15, 2005
Money to mosquito district; POOL agreement; Impact Fee CIP plan............
September 17, 2005
- NewsDesk experiencing mailing problems
FIXED, I HOPE!
September 16, 2005
- GOVERNOR GUINN APPOINTS GLEN WHORTON DIR. OF CORRECTIONS
Press Release: Crawford resigns as prison chief
September 15, 2005
- Using County money for local districts is wrong
Commission approves request......Perhaps some changes need to be considered prior to next year’s budget talks. The taxpayers of Fernley, Dayton, Silver Springs, et al should not be supporting mosquito abatement in the Mason Valley.
September 13, 2005
- Commissioner meeting - Thursday, September 15
Transfer of $49,218 from County to Mason Valley Mosquito District; Residential Construction Tax for schools impact statement; POOL agreement..........
September 12, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - September 1, 2005
County Manager goals update; Mason Valley Mosquito District request for additional funds; CAHI request...........
September 8, 2005
- Commissioner concern delays settlement of County lawsuit
Lyon County Commissioners last week postponed taking action on a settlement agreement between the County and the Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool (POOL) regarding the POOL’s coverage of Lyon County in the Advanced Specialty Gas lawsuits.
September 6, 2005
- Ordinance Updates
Master Plan amendment approved. Sets up M/P amendment process and limits requests; Proposal to limit use of off-road vehicles....
September 6, 2005
- MHAC meeting - TONIGHT - Tuesday, September 6, 2005
Alleged excessive water use by American Ready Mix................
September 6, 2005
- NEVADA WELCOMES HURRICANE VICTIMS WITH
- Governor Kenny Guinn has declared a limited state of emergency in Nevada as the state increases its aid to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Evacuees from the Gulf States could begin arriving as early as Wednesday.
September 6, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, September 1, 2005
Lyon County Land's Bill; County settlement with Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool; Additional funding for Mason Valley Mosquito District; County Manager goal setting.......
August 26, 2005
- GOV. GUINN APPLAUDS BRAC'S DECISION TO RETAIN......
Gov. Kenny Guinn today thanked the Base Realignment and Closure Commission (BRAC) for retaining the Nevada Air National Guard's eight C-130s based at Reno-Tahoe International Airport.
August 26, 2005
- Hawthorne Depot to remain open
Gov. Kenny Guinn today (August 24, 2005) joined Nevada's Congressional Delegation in thanking the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission (BRAC) on its decision to keep the Hawthorne Army Depot open.
August 24, 2005
- Commissioners consider school traffic options
As anyone who has been in the area during starting and dismissal times knows, traffic congestion around the three-school complex off of Breakwater Drive is a major problem.
August 24, 2005
- Can the County Manager succeed in meeting Commission goals?
....I am a bit bemused at the lengthy composition of the list and at the Commission deciding to include just about every unfinished, unpopular, politically challenging issue to come before this board in the past nine years.
August 23, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - August 18, 2005
Landscape ordinance; Road Tax ordinance;Right of Passage SUP..........
August 18, 2005
- Joint Commissioner-Planning Commission meeting - August 25
Discussion of legal issues arising from the planning and regulatory process.........
August 19, 2005
- Congressman Jim Gibbons - August column
However, a continual burden on our economic growth remains our nation's dependence on foreign oil to fuel our economy.
- Commissioner agenda - Thursday, August 18
Landscape ordinance; Road tax ordinance - low assessment on certain properties; SSGID; ROP special use permit revocation; traffic circulaiton around schools in Dayton area.....
August 13, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - August 4, 2005
Rolling A expansion; Carson Highlands wastewater plant; Water Facilities Master Plan; Sugarloaf Investments SUP.........
August 8, 2005
- NewsDesk on vacation - again
I am currently on a month long visit to our little bit of Montana paradise; consequently, NewsDesk mailings will be a bit sparse until I return to Nevada.
August 5, 2005
- Commissioners put heavy load on County Manager
County Commissioners have set an ambitious and lengthy 2005-06 agenda for Lyon County Manager Donna Kristaponis.
August 5, 2005
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, August 4, 2005
Final acceptance Dayton/Mound House Water FAcilities Plan; Ordinance approvals; Dayton self-storage facility.........
July 30, 2005
- Landscape ordinance under fire
“If you want something done right away you need to propose an ordinance. From an attorney’s standpoint, we need some sort of commissioner consensus as to what direction you want us to take – do you want to repeal the entire ordinance, do you want us to make changes and if you want changes, what is the consensus?” Aberasturi asked the board.
July 27, 2005
- Commissioners to reconsider tax on new industrial/commercial construction
“Originally when we did this…all we wanted to do was have the people who move here to help pay for the infrastructure they create. It really didn’t include, in my mind at the time, industry and commercial businesses......
July 26, 2005
- Guinn announces rebate plan
Gov. Kenny Guinn announced today (Monday, July 25, 2005) the State of Nevada will go forward with a plan for Bank of America to issue 1.9 million checks in order to rebate $300 million in surplus general fund revenue to the citizens of Nevada.
July 25, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - July 21, 2005
Propsal to change Road Tax and Landscape ordinances; Wild Fire Mitigation Plan and support........
July 21, 2005
- Hettrick to support Bob Beers
I will be supporting Bob Beers in the Primary. It is not that I have anything against Jim Gibbons or any other candidate. I will support whoever wins,” Hettrick told attendees. “However, I think Bob is the right guy at the right time.”
July 20, 2005
- Dayton Run for Life
For the first time, The American Cancer Society will be holding a Relay for Life event at Dayton High the night of August 12.
July 19, 2005
- Congressman Jim Gibbons - Monthly Column
Just days after we celebrated our nation's independence, we again witnessed the greatest threat to our country, terrorism, attack one of our allies.......The attacks in London show the gravity and importance of continuing our war on terrorism.
July 19, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, July 21, 2005
Set goals for County Manager; Amendments to Transportation Tax and Landscape Ordinances; Wildfire Mitigation Program....
July 18, 2005
- A ‘ one-night-stand’ of opposition is not a cure-all
It is a sad situation (one which community leaders and activists fully understand), but keeping close tabs on issues that have “apparently” been turned down because of public opposition is an absolute necessity. Past experiences have etched deep scars of mistrust into the minds of those who have followed the course of development in the Dayton Valley.
July 16, 2005
- Commissioner Planning Decisions - July 7, 2005
The planning issues were highlighted by considerable discussion regarding the Planning Commission’s ignoring of staff recommendations, challenges by some commissioners to Planning Director Hasson’s actions and disagreement with some planning staff recommendations.
July 13, 2005
- DRAC & residents say “no” to high-density housing plan
After a proposal to build 145 high-density housing units in proximity to the Dayton State Park received a resounding vote of disapproval from Dayton residents, the application was withdrawn from a scheduled Planning Commission hearing.
July 12, 2005
- Dayton residents in sync – no master plan changes
“I think the development in the area grew a little faster than planned and we are just taking the initiative. We think down the road not just this area but the adjacent area will be re-designated also,” he told the packed room.
July 11, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - July 7, 2005
County Manager performance evaluation updated - salary increase granted; tax abatement; County vs Insurance POOL update; ordinance proposals/approvals.......
July 7, 2005
- DRAC meeting to address important planning issues
Just a reminder – the Dayton Regional Advisory Council will meet tomorrow evening (Wednesday) at the Utility Building, 34 Lakes Boulevard, beginning at 7:00PM.
July 5, 2005
- County loses another ASG court challenge
Updated: Comment from ASG President re: Lyon County’s Writ of Mandemus filing with the Nevada Supreme court challenging District Judge Huff’s ruling in favor of Advanced Specialty Gases being denied; Actual Court Order.
July 5, 2005
- Commissioner meeting - Thursday, July 7, 2005
Tax abatement for Polypipe; Ordinance amendment re: Minor in consumption of Alcohol; County Manager Performance Evaluation; Ordinance re: Farm Labor Housing.....
July 3, 2005
- DRAC meeting - Will there be new homes in the southeast Dayton hills?
If a requested Master Plan change becomes reality, those pristine hills to the southeast of Dayton Valley Road could become the area’s newest home sites.
July 2, 2005
- Congressman Gibbon's column - Congress must boost the funding for PILT.
Over the past 27 years, the federal government has been trying to compensate more than 1,900 communities across the nation with nontaxable federal lands in their jurisdictions through the Payment-in-Lieu-of-Taxes (PILT) program.
July 2, 2005
- Grady to speak at Dayton luncheon
Find out the good, bad and indifferent happenings of the 2005 Legislative Session.
June 14, 2005
- NewsDesk goes on vacation
It is that time of year - family and class reunions.........
June 14, 2005
- Commissioner meeting - Thursday, June 16, 2005
Law Enforcement Master Plan; School District Impact Fee ratification; Water-Sewer Refunding Bond Ordinance; Farm Labor Housing Ordinance............
June 13, 2005
- Cell tower ordinance approved
Set guidelines are now established for those wishing to locate cell towers in Lyon County.
And with applications coming in rapidly increasing numbers, the new legislation comes none too soon.
June 11, 2005
- Commissioner lines of communication defined
While the majority of commissioners expressed satisfaction with Kristaponis’ efforts, one board member mentioned concern with a lack of information relating to issues and meetings, particularly within her own district.
June 8, 2005
- Ensign updates status of lands bill, Walker Lake, Wild Horse Center
For those wondering about the status of the long-awaited Lyon County Lands Bill, it is apparently getting close to being ready for presentation to Congress.
June 7, 2005
- Guinn praises Legislative accomplishments
Gov. Kenny Guinn today applauded the 121-day effort of the Nevada State Legislature, which on Tuesday approved the Governor’s nearly $6 billion executive budget.
June 7, 2005
- Commissioner vents frustration with Planning Department move
“We need to make sure there are people here (Yerington) on a regular basis. And the person that is here has to be able to go through the whole process with them (applicants) so they don’t have to go to Dayton to go to that conference with you (Hasson). We need to resolve that somehow.”
June 6, 2005
- June 2, 2005 Commissioner Planning decisions
Mason Valley business; Campbel Lane master plan change; Silver Springs zone change; Mound House road abandonment....
June 5, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - June 2, 2005
Cell tower ordinance; Dayton Valley Road contract; Employee contracts; Planning department concerns.........
June 3, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting Agenda
Thursday, June 2, 2005, 9:00AM, Administrative Complex, 27 S. Main Street, Yerington
May 31, 2005
- Cell tower hearing awaits balloon test
The following story appeared on May 27, 2005 in the Greenfield Recorder, Greenfield Massachusetts. In light of the pending approval of a new Lyon County Cell Tower ordinance, I thought some of you might enjoy the trials and tribulations, along with the requirements, of erecting a cell tower in rural Massachusetts!
May 31, 2005
- New rebate bill introduced in Legislature
The bill was introduced shortly after a press conference announcement today by Guinn explaining the taxable status of the rebate.
May 30, 2005
- Commissioner decisions
Decisions of May 19, 2005 Lyon County Commissioner meeting......
May 27, 2005
- Commissioners aprove school impact fee
County Commissioners last week approved the district’s request for the impact fee on new construction. The $1600 is the maximum amount allowed under NRS Revised Statutes.
May 24, 2005
- Congressman Gibbon's June column
Memorial Day provides Americans the opportunity to pay tribute to and give thanks for the sacrifices servicemen and women have made over the years in protecting our nation and defending freedom.
May 23, 2005
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, May 19
School District Impact Fee ordinance; Impact fee study; Cell tower ordinance; Cat adoption center and no-kill facility.......
May 16, 2005
- Letter from Superintendent to Commissioners in support of requested impact fee
The Lyon County School District is requesting your approval of the “Residential Construction Tax” in the amount of $1,600 per dwelling unit to help keep pace with the rapid growth in Lyon County.
May 16, 2005
- NewsDesk on hold for the week
If all goes well, NewsDesk will be back on line with some current news by Monday, May 23 – hopefully with some good news regarding approval of the School District Residential Construction Tax and approval to move forward with the prerequisite County Impact Fee study.
May 16, 2005
- Governor responds to Democrats re: $300 million rebate
Gov. Kenny Guinn today (Wednesday, 5/11) released the following statement in response to comments made by Democratic Assembly leadership regarding the viability of the Governor’s $300 million rebate:
May 12. 2005
- Utility Fee Increase/Impact Fees/Commissioner avoiding board meetings
Sewer rate increase appears inevitable; Development finally getting tabbed for costs of growth; Dayton commissioner avoiding local meetings............
May 12, 2005
- Park tax paying dividends
For years the residential growth along the Highway 50 corridor has been placing considerable stress on area parks and playing facilities. Budgets were strained and the ability to expand and make needed improvements was severely limited.
May 11, 2005
- Commissioners discuss budget - possible tax increases
With three entities in the City of Yerington indicating they want to increase their tax rates, Lyon County Commissioners last week sent notice they want to protect their interests in what is dwindling room under the state mandated $3.64/per $100 assessed valuation property tax cap.
May 9, 2005
- Tax Cap impact on all Lyon County entities
The following chart illustrates the projected loss of revenue to each District Fund within Lyon County.
May 6, 2005
- Commissioners give approval to Utility rate increase study
“The last time we did this it was no fun. We had to go over there and face those people. (The Utility office) had people yelling and screaming and they’ve been doing that ever since. So it’s not a thing I would enter into lightly. I will probably vote for this, but I’m not so sure we shouldn’t just raise it $5.00. I think the people would live with that. If we hold these meetings (public hearings) they are going to get up there and we are going to be…it’s not going to be a pleasant thing to watch,” he told the board.
May 6, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - May 5, 2005
Budget discussions; Utility fee study; Parks projects; Smith Vista Subdivision; Road tax distribution; SUP for Dayton VAlley Road storage....
May 5, 2005
- Guinn issues statement on Economic Forum projections
Gov. Kenny Guinn today announced the latest calculations for the state’s excess funds, revenue projections and other adjustments during a press conference in the Capitol. Based on Monday’s figures from the Nevada Economic Forum, the state budget office estimates that lawmakers will have approximately $92 million in reoccurring “new money,” based on revenue projections and other adjustments, as well as approximately $83 million in “one-shot” excess funds.
May 4, 2005
- Planning Commission - Tuesday, May 10
Administrative Complex, 27 S. Main Street, Yerington, 9:00AM. Info: 246-6140 or 463-6592
May 4, 2005
- Gnats/Black Flies invade Highway 50 corridor
Spring is here and the gnats/black flies have sprung!!
If you are experiencing such an invasion, please call the contractor for the Central Lyon County Vector Control District – Pestmaster Services at 858-7378. They need to know the location of your residence. Other contact information is included below.....
May 4, 2005
- Nevada Economic Forum - what is it?
The Economic Forum projected an additional $180.1 million for the state’s upcoming General Fund budget. This brings total projected revenue to $5.93 billion, which is $1.02 billion more than the current 2-year budget cycle.
May 3, 2005
- Governor issues statement re: Economic Forum report
“Today’s news from the Economic Forum is further evidence of the strength of Nevada’s economy.........
April 2, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting Agenda - Thursday, April 5
Review and establish Final Budget; Rate Study for Dayton Utilities and Mound House Water; Parks projects; Final Map - Smith Vista subdivision............
April 2, 2005
- Seventh fastest growing county – whoopee!
You must by now be aware of Lyon County’s lofty status – nationally ranked as the 7th fastest growing county in the United States.
April 29, 2005
- No moratorium on new ordinances
“I think we have enough restraints against the public and builders right now. The people would be happier if they had a relief for the next year........"
April 26, 2005
- Legislative Merry-Go-Round
· As the Nevada State Legislature heads into the final 40 days of the 120 day biennial session, just thought you might be interested to know the Montana State Legislature on April 21, 2005 adjourned from its biennial 90 session FOUR DAYS EARLY.
April 25, 2005
- A CONSTITUTIONAL PROPERTY TAX RESTRAINT WON’T CAUSE THE SKY TO FALL
By Assemblywoman Sharron Angle
Property Tax Restraint is only one part of the solution. Along with our Nevada style "Prop 13”, I will also be placing an initiative for government spending restraint similar to Colorado's TABOR (Taxpayer Bill of Rights) which limits growth of government to population plus inflation.
April 25, 2005
- District Attorney responds to Sheriff Lt.'s comments
I would like to comment openly in your paper to comments made by Lt. Robert Sherlock of the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office........
April 22, 2005
- Congressman Gibbons April column
As Nevadans continue to watch the prices rise at their neighborhood gas station, the House of Representatives again passed comprehensive energy legislation that will enable our nation to reduce its dependence on foreign oil and gain more control over domestic energy prices and production.......
April 22, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - April 21, 2005
Cell tower ordinance proposed; Library Board vacancies; New road grader; No moratorium on new ordinances..........
April 21, 2005
- ASG - Status update
It is not uncommon for the Supreme Court to take three to four months following a hearing of the case (presentation of arguments by both parties) to issue a ruling. The case was heard on January 20, 2005.
April 19, 2005
- Special Commissioner Meeting - Wednesday, April 20, 2005
Tentative Budget approval.......
April 18, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, April 21, 2005
Proposal of ordinance to regulate cell towers; Proposal to place moratorium on all new County ordinances; 3 Library vacancies coming up..........
April 18, 2005
- News & Comments
Commissioners postpone approval of necessary study, further delaying implementation of County impact fees on new development; Commissioners urged to commit additional money to economic development agency; Legislative committee vetoes elimination of Utilities franchise fee........
April 15, 2005
- Commissioners propose/criticize sign control ordinance
A new and very encompassing Lyon County ordinance stipulating sign and advertising regulations has been proposed for public hearing - but not without considerable grumbling about its more than 30-page content.
April 13, 2005
- School impact fee ordinance proposed
The first words out of Commissioner Bob Milz' mouth were: If you could keep this short we would appreciate it. We did listen to this last time.
April 11, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - April 7, 2005
School District impact fee ordinance; sign ordinance; Dayton Valley Road project;.....
April 7, 2005
- GOV. GUINN TESTIFIES BEFORE U.S. HOUSE REFORM SUBCOMMITTEE REGARDING YUCCA MOUNTAIN
CARSON CITY – Gov. Kenny Guinn today (Tuesday) testified before the U.S. House Subcommittee on the Federal Workforce and Agency Organization at the Rayburn Office Building in Washington, D.C., regarding Yucca Mountain and revelations from Secretary of Energy Sam Bodman that scientists working on the project may have falsified data.
April 5, 2005
- Updated - How will the new Tax Bill caps affect Lyon County?
With an amazing sense of urgency, the Nevada State Legislature in late March passed tax legislation that places definitive limits on the amount property taxes may increase each year. It was promptly signed into law by the Governor.
April 5, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, April 7, 2005
Billboard/Sign ordinance; Impact Fee analysis contract; Impact Fee ordinance proposal; Approval of tentative budget and tax rates; Planning items............
April 4, 2005
- Planning Commission meeting - Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Planning Commissioners will discuss and consider recommendations relating to the proposed signage/billboard ordinance that will be considered by the Lyon County Commissioners.
April 4, 2005
- DRAC meeting - Wednesday, April 6, 2005
Representative from Carson-Tahoe Hospital will attend Wednesday’s Dayton Regional Advisory Council meeting to discuss the proposed expansion of the hospital on Highway 50 and Fortune Drive.
April 4, 2005
- Countywide Master Plan & Sign ordinances update
Lyon County’s new Planning Director Steven Hasson is requesting a total of $250,000 for the creation of an updated countywide Master Plan. $187,500 is currently included in the yet to be approved 2005-06 tentative budget.
March 31, 2005
- Status - Lyon County impact fee process
To date, the Advisory Committee has not met and no formal action has been taken toward the hiring of a firm to assist with the creation of a CIP; however, Planning Director Steven Hasson said the process would begin soon.
March 30, 2005
- Hopefully…………
What a breath of fresh air..........
March 26, 2005
- Budget - County action puts crimp in City road funds
According to Comptroller Josh Foley, transferring the 7.7-cent tax rate to the Road Fund decreases the amount distributed to Fernley from approximately $325,000 to approximately $80,000 annually.........
March 23, 2005
- More Budget – Capital Outlay Expenditures
Commissioners have endorsed approximately $4.7 million for equipment purchases and projects recommended by staff for inclusion in the 2005-06 budget.
March 22, 2005
- New hires recommended for 2005/06 budget year
Several new hires are being recommended in the $27 million Lyon County 2005-06 tentative budget.
March 21, 2005
- Tax requires new development to help pay for road projects
It was a long time in coming, but new housing and industrial/commercial construction will now help pay for improvements and maintenance of Lyon County transportation related projects.
March 19, 2004
- Sarah Winnemucca statue to be dedicated in Nevada ceremony
A full-size replica of the statue will be dedicated at the Nevada State Capitol in Carson City at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6. The event is free and open to the public. Persons planning to attend are asked to RSVP to (775) 684-3313.
March 19, 2005
- Congressman Jim Gibbons - March Column
New Allegations Should Derail the Yucca Mountain Project Indefinitely..........
March 18, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - March 17, 2005
Road tax now official; New roads accepted into maintained system; Alternative sentencing program....
March 17, 2005
- Commissioners say no to Walker River dredging assistance
Amid conflicting claims of state and federal support and/or opposition, Lyon County Commissioners turned down a proposal to financially assist with dredging a portion of the Walker River.
March 13, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, March 17, 2005
Road construction tax; acceptance of roads into maintenance system; alternative sentencing program.........
March 13, 2005
- Drainage agreement – Lakes at Dayton Valley Development
The development at the Lakes at Dayton Valley will generate significant storm water from the creation of impervious surfaces caused by the construction of roadways, parking lots and buildings. The development’s drainage plan relies upon channeling the storm water through a natural drainage path to the Carson River.
March 9, 2005
- Lakes at Dayton Valley “Legado” Tentative Subdivision Map approved
Lyon County Commissioners attached twenty-two conditions to the unanimously approved tentative subdivision map for Village 9 at the Lakes at Dayton Valley Development.
March 9, 2005
- School District to pursue Impact Fee maximum
Failing at their first attempt, Lyon County School District officials will be back in front of county commissioners to ask for a $1600 impact fee on new construction.
March 7, 2005
- Time limit on Public Comment sends wrong message
By imposing a 3-minute time limit on public input during Public Participation at Lyon County Commissioner meetings simply because ‘other entities do it’, Lyon County Commissioners send a very negative message to their constituents.......Some members of the public sector have noted that a time limit placed on pontificating orations by commissioners would better serve the public!!
March 5, 2005
- MHAC minutes - March 1, 2005
A resident voiced concern about questionable advertisement on the NV50 Café electronic marquee. It was recommended that this be addressed to the LCDA for opinion or action as appropriate.
March 4, 2005
- Will the County enter into SSGID-Water Company fray
The effort to permanently merge operations of the Silver Springs Wastewater General Improvement District and Silver Springs Municipal Water Company appears to have ended.
March 4, 2005
- Commissioner decisions - March 3, 2005
Time limit established for public input; Information Center resolution;additional Clerk/Treasurer position;Walker River dredging support................
March 3, 2005
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, March 3
Gold Canyon Development; Dayton Valley Estates; The Lakes at Dayton Valley; Santa Maria PUD - revised map; Consideration of placing time limit on speakers at commissioner meetings........
March 1, 2005
- Reid tying Walker Lake settlement to Lands Bill?
Will U.S. Senator Harry Reid tie settlement of the Walker Lake issue into the Public Lands Act? Lyon County Commissioners appear to think so – and are not particularly happy about it.
February 28, 2005
- MHAC meeting - Tuesday, March 1, 2005
Fire Station, Linehan Road, Mound House, beginning at 7:00pm.
- DRAC meeting - Wednesday, March 2, 2005
Highlighting the regular agenda will be a presentation by School Superintendent Nat Lommori. Lommori will discuss the “Construction Tax” proposal related to the Lyon County Schools.
February 25, 2005
- County will test private contractors for chip-seal road work
Lyon County Commissioners have directed county staff to work with the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) and set up comparative road projects to enable an assessment of county versus private contractor costs for chip sealing local roads.
February 24, 2005
- Dayton Valley Road improvements to begin May 2
Drought resistant median landscaping, intersection flooding concerns and sewer system up grades will all be addressed when the long awaited Dayton Valley Road rehabilitation/repaving project gets underway.
February 22, 2005
- Commissioners double sewer hookup fees
Builders of new homes in the Dayton area will be paying considerably more for the privilege to hookup to the Dayton Utility sewer system.
February 21, 2005
- Secretary of State Heller to speak at Dayton meeting
Thursday, March 3, 2005, 11:45am, Gold Canyon Steakhouse
February 21, 2005
- DRAC chairman expresses community concerns to commissioners
Does the Board of Lyon County Commissioners treat the Dayton valley differently when it comes to development and planning decisions.
Have hefty contributions from local developers to Commissioner campaign coffers played a role in decisions made?
February 18, 2005
- Commissioner decisions – February 17, 2005
Connection fee increase; transportation tax; parcel map appeal; road chip seal contracts; Dayton Valley Road update........
February 17, 2005
- Public's chance for tax relief input
Here is your chance to let the Legislature know your views relating to proposed property tax relief measures. Two hearings to take public input are scheduled - one in Carson City (2/17) and one in Las Vegas (2/18)..........
February 16, 2005
- GOV. GUINN AND LEGISLATIVE LEADERSHIP ANNOUNCE FUNDING PLAN TO SAVE MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP
CARSON CITY – Gov. Kenny Guinn announced today he has reached an agreement with the leadership of the Nevada Legislature to reallocate funds in the state’s budget and use money from abandoned property to infuse the Millennium Scholarship program with more than $40 million – enough to ensure the life of the successful college scholarship program through beyond the year 2017.
February 16, 2005
- Congressman Jim Gibbons - Elections show continued progress in Iraq
They said it couldn’t be done. Critics asserted that Iraqi elections would have to be delayed, postponed, or even canceled outright.
February 15, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - DAYTON - February 17, 2005
Dayton Valley Road repair update; road tax ordinance; adoption of new sewer service connection fees........
February 14, 2005
- Readers comment on NewsDesk articles
The following are a few reader comments on recent articles and my response to them:
February 11, 2005
- Sewer hookup rates go full cycle
Whether you started at the bottom or the top of this article – do you see something ironic happening between June 2003 and February 2005?
February 9, 2005
- Riverpark Phase III 524-lot Tentative Map approved
The Tentative Map for the third and final phase of the 1,000-plus lot subdivision on the former Rolling “A” Ranch east of Dayton has received approval from county officials.
February 8, 2005
- County Manager recommends end to fee waivers/Urges caution on request to give information center facility to Yerington
"My feeling is that in almost all instances it is illegal for us to waive fees for something that is required by ordinance, and is then being supported by taxpayers in the County - which could be considered a giving of public funds......"
February 7, 2005
- It takes money to win in Lyon County…..
...And if special interests want a particular candidate to win, they are obviously willing to amply contribute to the cause.
February 5, 2005
- Lyon County Commissioner decisions – February 3, 2005
Decisions on issues of interest, including Dayton area Wastewater Master Plan, Riverpark Phase III Tentative Map, appeal of Yerington area parcel map requirement.....
February 4, 2005
- JOINT MEETING OF THE ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON GROWTH AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Tuesday, February 8, 2005, 2:00PM. This should be of interest to all of you who may be concerned with rising property assessment values. Now is the time to start contacting your representatives as to your thoughts on the issue......via email, fax, phone, snail mail!
February 3, 2005
- Lyon County Lincoln Day Dinner
Saturday, February 19, 2005, Casino West, Yerington...
February 3, 2005
- Governor responds to health insurance poll
Gov. Kenny Guinn today said the poll conducted by the Reno Gazette-Journal and KRNV-Channel 4 and published in this morning’s newspaper is misleading, therefore not reliable.
February 2, 2005
- MHAC minutes of February 1, 2005 meeting
All actions taken at Tuesday's meeting.
February 2, 2005
- Hacker hits NewsDesk server
For those who tried recently to access the NewsDesk website, it appears a hacker attacked my server’s database...........
February 2, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, February 3, 2005
Administrative Complex, 27 S. Main Street, Yerington - 9:00AM
February 2, 2005
- Test by JR
Our website recieved a very malicious attack from a hacker...
February 2005
- Planning Commission Agenda
Meeting: Tuesday, February 8, 2005, 9:00am, Yerington
January 28, 2005
- Mound House Advisory Council Agenda
Tuesday, February 1, 2005, 7:00pm, Fire Station, 56 Red Rock Road.
January 28, 2005
- Comments on a few “tidbits” of interest
* The Lyon County Road Department’s round of praise from county commissioners is well deserved. * Reading the recently completed Public Works Performance Study has me curious, once again, as to just what the spending of taxpayer money ($67,060 in this particular case) really accomplishes. * Last week, in rebating approximately $400,000 in hookup fees at the request of developer Jim Bawden, commissioners blamed the “error” of overcharging on the recently dismissed Public Works Director. * I continue to be befuddled as to why approximately $25,000 of our tax dollars must be spent annually to pay for a county lobbyist.
January 26, 2005
- COMMENTARY: Commissioners nix impact fee for school construction
Here we go again! Commissioners’ tap dancing to the developers’ whiney tune.
January 24, 2005
- County dealing with housing consortium changes
As the Lead Agency handling funding for the Western Nevada HOME consortium, Lyon County is having to deal with recent changes in the administration of the program.
January 22, 2005
- State Court hears ASG arguments
The Nevada Supreme Court today heard arguments on the County’s motion for a writ of mandamus.
January 20, 2005
- Commissioner actions - January 20, 2005
No impact fee for school district; developer reimbursed $399,000; Silver Springs flood concerns to be addressed - later.
January 20, 2005
- Congressman Jim Gibbon's January column
. Many challenges lie ahead of us in these next two years. Domestic issues, like protecting Social Security for future generations, continuing to improve our education system, and enhancing the benefits provided to our veterans will continue to be priorities for Congress and President Bush. In addition, our nation continues to fight the war against terrorism, and I am committed to ensuring our troops have all the resources they need to be victorious.
January 18, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, January 20, 2005
Agenda issues include: $1600 construction tax; Outsourcing county road work; Flooding concerns in Silver Springs; Legislative agenda
January 17, 2005
- Stagecoach GID rate hike approved
The Stagecoach General Improvement District board approved a $5 per month rate increase for the rural water company.
January 14, 2005
- Stagecoach water rate increase to be considered - TONIGHT
The Stagecoach General Improvement District will meet at 7:00PM to consider a water rate increase. The meeting will be held at the Stagecoach Community Center, adjacent to the Fire Station on Highway 50 East.
January 12, 2005
- Public Works Performance Audit - Part III
Summary of Road Division and Buildings & Grounds
January 11, 2005
- Public Works Performance Audit
Community Development - Administration; Planning; Building
January 10, 2005
- Planning Commission Meeting
Tuesday, January 11, 2005, beginning at 9:00am at the Administrative Complex, Yerington.
January 10, 2005
- It’s a Party – for Laura
Pencil in January 22, 2005 on your calendar.
January 7, 2005
- Summary of Public Works Performance Audit
On January 3, 2005 the firm of Moss-Adams presented Lyon County Commissioners a summary of the results of their audit of the following departments:
January 7, 2005
- Look out! A cell tower could be coming to your neighborhood. They can appear suddenly and, often, with no warning.
Just like Nevada’s desert weeds after a sprinkling of rain, there appears to be little that can be done to stop them from sprouting. And those whose neighborhoods have been impacted by them, probably have wished there was a weed killer to help extinguish these metal behemoths, too.
2/2003 (Original) 1/6/05 (New)
- DRAC meeting - Wednesday, January 5, 2005
34 Lakes Boulevard, Dayton, Wednesday, January 5, 2005 7:00PM Information: 246-9653
January 3, 2005
- MHAC meeting - Tuesday, January 4, 2005, 7:00PM
Mound House Fire Station
56 Red Rock Road
Mound House, Nevada 89706
January 3, 2005
- Commissioner Meeting - Monday, January 3, 2005
PLEASE NOTE: THE FIRST MEETING OF JANUARY IS BEING HELD ON MONDAY, JANUARY 3. THIS COMPLIES WITH STATE LAW MANDATING NEWLY ELECTED OFFICIALS BE SWORN IN ON THE FIRST MONDAY (NON-HOLIDAY) FOLLOWING THE NEW YEAR.
December 30, 2004
- Augustine Impeachment hearing highlights
With the press and various political entities continuing to lambaste Controller Kathy Augusting and Nevada State Legislators, NewsDesk is providing you with a summary of the process.....And, whether you agree or disagree with the following comments and results - REMEMBER THIS - the legislature did not call for the special session. The special session was ordered by the Governor.
December 27, 2004
- Congressman Jim Gibbons - Supporting our Troops during the Holiday Season
Happy Holidays to the people of Nevada! During this special time of the year, Nevadans treasure the time they have to spend with friends and family. However, many of our friends and family are serving overseas… fighting to defend freedom and liberty.
December 23, 2004
- Commissioner Meeting - December 14, 2004
Selection of CDBG grants; Proposed school district construction tax on new dwellings; Update on Walker River mediation; and more.
December 14, 2004
- NEWSDESK ON VACATION - November 23, 2004 through December 2, 2004.
With the cancellation of the November 18, 2004 commissioner meeting, local news is a bit slow. The next commissioner meeting is scheduled for December 2. The Nevada Legislature’s Special Session is also on hold until November 29, 2004. So, what better time to take a short holiday? The following story should, hopefully, be of some interest to some readers. Enjoy your holiday – HAVE A WONDERFUL AND HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
November 22, 2004
- TIME FOR A LOCALLY CONTROLLED DAYTON/MOUNDHOUSE UTILITY DISTRICT
If the Lyon County Commissioners want to have any chance of successfully pushing Dayton/Mound House toward unincorporation, they MUST include local control of the Utilities in the deal.
November 19, 2004
- SENATOR AMODEI ADDRESSES LEGISLATIVE ISSUES
Water, a state budget surplus, a possible property tax cap, education funding and possible elimination of the Controller’s Office topped Senator Mark Amodei’s list of 2005 Nevada Legislative topics. Designated to preside over the upcoming Senate impeachment trial, Amodei also noted the procedures that will be followed.
November 18, 2004
- READERS COMMENT ON AUGUSTINE IMPEACHMENT
I find it rather odd that amid some of the other charges regarding elected officials, she seems to be getting far different treatment in the public arena. Why in the world did a special session have to be called for by the governor? This matter could have been handled in the opening week of the regular session without additional cost to the taxpayer.
November 17, 2004
- The Numbers Tell the Story…Nevada’s Economy Leads the Nation
Congressman Jim Gibbon's November Newsletter
November 17, 2004
- COMMENTARY – AUGUSTINE IMPEACHMENT PROCESS
Being a jerk is not an impeachable offense. Being an abrasive, hot-tempered, finicky boss is not an impeachable offense. Being egotistical, overly pushy, personally unpopular is not an impeachable offense. Creating a hostile work environment is not an impeachable offense.
November 15, 2004
- AUGUSTINE FACES TRIAL ON IMPEACHMENT CHARGES
Seeking to observe some Nevada history in the process of being created, I spent Wednesday, November 10, 2004 attending the first session of the Nevada State Assembly impeachment hearing.
Movember 11, 2004
- GOVERNOR CALLS SPECIAL SESSION
With State Controller Kathy Augustine refusing to resign, Governor Kenny Guinn today called for the State Legislature to meet in Special Session, beginning at 10:00am tomorrow morning – Wednesday, November 10, 2004.
November 9, 2004
- Commissioners approve $100,720 to purchase Utility Department trucks
With little discussion, Lyon County Commissioners last week unanimously approved the purchase of four ¾-ton Utility Department service trucks.
November 9, 2004
- CLERK RESPONDS TO ELECTION DAY CONCERNS
“The number of machines is a problem. I don’t know what the answer is unless you want to give me about $1 million and we will fix it. I don’t think that is going to happen,” Bryan told County Commissioners during the November 4, 2004 board meeting. “I think the turnout for this election was more than we normally have. That accounts for part of it. I went to all the northern precincts on Election Day and there were lines at all of them. It was just incredible – like nothing you have ever seen before. And that’s a good thing. When it goes back to the apathy we normally suffer, I think that will cure part of the problem, but that’s not a good answer either. We want people to vote. We would like to see 100-percent participation.”
November 5, 2004
- COMMISSIONER DECISIONS - NOVEMBER 4, 2004
In one of shortest commissioner meetings in memory, the following decisions were made:
November 4, 2004
- POST ELECTION THOUGHTS
I, along with a good many other Republicans, was a bit concerned as I headed off to a Republican gathering Tuesday evening. With early “exit polling” showing a decidedly Kerry edge, I just hoped being with friends and fellow activists would ease the pain.
November 3, 2004
- COMMISSIONER MEETING - THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Lyon County Administrative Complex, 27 S. Main Street, Yerington. 9:00am For information: 577-5037 or 463-6531
November 3, 2004
- RESIDENTS PRESENT HIGHWAY 50 FLASH FLOOD CONCERNS
Mary and Gary Pistoresi have seen their rural road destroyed by flash flooding at least six times in the past two years. They have also seen Highway 50 closed twice this past summer and other area roads and homes damaged by rampaging water running off the neighboring Silver Springs hills.
November 2, 2004
- 6-MONTH BILLBOARD MORATORIUM SET
On October 21, 2004, Lyon County Commissioners voted 4-1 (Fulstone opposed) in support of a Resolution declaring a six-month moratorium on consideration of any requests to erect billboards.
November 2, 2004
- COUNTY TO LEASE ADDIONAL OFFICE SPACE IN DAYTON
With the approval to lease office space at Occidental Square, Dayton area residents can look forward to having easier access to some county services.
November 1, 2004
- Mound House Advisory Council Meeting
Tuesday, November 2, 2004 7:00pm
Fire Station, 56 Red Rock Road, Mound House
November 1, 2004
- Roads accepted for maintenance
Commissioners have added another 4.66 miles of county roads to the maintained mileage list.
October 28, 2004
- County sets water rights charges for Wade project/County has 737.74-AF remaining
Developer Joe Wade will be billed for Lyon County’s borrowed water rights based on the appraised water right value current at the time “will-serves” to home sites are requested.
October 28, 2004
- NewsDesk endorsements
For those readers who may not have voted already, here is a brief summary of NewsDesk endorsements.
October 27, 2004
- NEWSDESK ANNUAL FUNDING DRIVE
While NewsDesk is FREE, donations are welcome. In addition to expenses involved with traveling to meetings in Yerington and other communities, there are annual costs involved in establishing and maintaining a website and mailing service. Donations of any size will be greatly appreciated and very welcome; however, your choice of donating or not donating will have no effect on the delivery of NewsDesk to your home – unless I can no longer afford to publish it!
October 26, 2004
- Disputed Smith Valley Subdivision approved
An amended version of a disputed Smith Valley subdivision received approval on Thursday from a previously opposed Board of Lyon County Commissioners.
October 23, 2004
- ASG to sell Dayton property/Legal issues still pending
ASG President Michael Koonce on Friday told NewsDesk ASG has moved the equipment out of the building in preparation for the sale. Information the equipment has been sold to an out of country entity is inaccurate.
October 23, 2004
- Commissioner decisions - October 21, 2004
Included among commissioner actions, the contentious Smith Vista subdivision was approved. Making the motion for approval of the amended 65-lot subdivision, Commissioner Bob Milz noted, “I certainly don’t want to open Smith Valley up to what Dayton has become...."
October 22, 2004
- Assemblyman Tom Grady - Ballot question comments
Lyon County Assemblyman Tom Grady comments on the statewide and Lyon County ballot questions.
October 15, 2004
- Legislators comment on ballot questions
In a continuing effort to educate Lyon County voters, NewsDesk requested various Nevada State Legislators to submit comments on the eight statewide ballot questions.
October 11, 2004
- Planning Commission Meeting
Contentious Smith Valley subdivision to be reheard; Public workshop on planning concerns.
October 10, 2004
- Lyon County Commissioner meeting
Administrative Complex
27 S. Main Street, Yerington
Thursday, October 6, 2004
9:00am
Information: 577-5037 or 463-6531
October 6, 2004
- Ballot question #13 - Lyon County
Should the Lyon County Board of Commissioners initiate action to dissolve the Fernley Swimming Pool District if requested to do so by the City of Fernley Council?
October 5, 2004
- Ballot question #14 - Lyon County
Should the Lyon County Board of Commissioners initiate action to dissolve the North Lyon County Fire Protection District if requested to do so by the City of Fernley Council?
October 5, 2004
- Ballot question #16 - City of Fernley
If the North Lyon County Fire Protection District is dissolved and no longer levies a tax and if the City of Fernley agrees to provide fire protection services that were formerly provided by the District, shall the City be authorized to levy a property tax rate for those services in the amount of up to $.05 per $100.00 assessed valuation for a period of up to (30) years? The estimated cost will remain the same, which is up to $17.50 per year for the owner of a new $100,000.00 home.
October 5, 2004
- Ballot question #15 - City of Fernley
If the Fernley Swimming Pool District is dissolved and no longer levies a tax and if the City of Fernley agrees to provide pool and recreational services that were formerly provided by the District, shall the City be authorized to levy a property tax rate for the pool and recreational activities in the amount of up to $.20 per $100.00 assessed valuation for a period of up to (30) years? The estimated cost will remain the same, which is up to $70.00 per year for the owner of a new $100,000.00 home.
October 5, 2004
- DRAC meeting
Wednesday, October 6, 2004 - Utilities building, 34 Lakes Boulevard - 7:00pm
October 4, 2004
- MHAC meeting
Tuesday, October 5, 2004 - Firestation, 56 Red Rock Road - 7:00pm
October 4, 2004
- Ballot question #12 - Lyon County
Shall the Board of County Commissioners form an unincorporated town including the areas of Mound House and Dayton for the purposes of providing services, which may include parks, recreation, swimming pools, and acquisition, maintenance and improvement of town property?
October 1, 2004
- Ballot question #11 - Lyon County
Shall Lyon County School District be authorized to issue up to $22,000,000 of general obligation bonds for the purpose of acquiring, constructing, improving and equipping school facilities? The Bonds are expected to require a property tax levy for 22 years. Due to the retirement of outstanding bonds and projected assessed value growth, passage of this question is not expected to result in an increase in the existing property tax rate levied to pay the District's bonds.
October 1, 2004
- Ballot question #10 - Lyon County
Shall the Board of County Commissioners impose a tax on new construction of not more than six hundred and fifty dollars ($650) on each new single family residence and not more than sixty-five cents per square foot ($0.65) on other new construction, with the proceeds of the tax to be used for road projects (including construction and maintenance), road bonds or both projects and bonds?
September 30, 2004
- Ballot question #9 - Lyon County
A "yes" vote on this question would be advising for a constitutional prohibition on unfunded mandates. A "no" vote on this question would be advising against a prohibition on unfunded mandates.
September 30, 2004
- Ballot question #8 - statewide
Shall the Sales and Use Tax Act of 1955 be amended to:
* Revise the exemption from the tax for the sale or use of used vehicles;
* To provide exemptions from the tax for the sale or use of prescription ophthalmic and ocular devices and appliances;
* Farm machinery and other agricultural equipment;
* Works of fine art for public display; and
* Professional racing vehicles and parts; and,
* To revise the exemption from the tax on the sale or use of aircraft and parts of aircraft used by commercial air carriers?
September 29, 2004
- Ballot question #7 - statewide
Shall the Nevada Constitution be amended to change the provision that prohibits an "idiot or insane person" from voting to refer instead to "a person who has been adjudicated mentally incompetent, unless restored to legal capacity" and to repeal a provision relating to the election of United States Senators by the Legislature that was made obsolete by the adoption of the 17th Amendment to the United States Constitution?
September 28, 2004
- Ballot Question # 6 - Statewide
Shall the Nevada Constitution be amended to raise the minimum wage paid to employees?
September 27, 2004
- PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) REVIEW - Proposed ordinance
* Purpose
* Definitions
* Tentative application process
* Application contents
* Procedure of tentative approval
* Application for final approval
* Procedure for final approval
* Judicial review
September 24, 2004
- PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) DISTRICT - Proposed ordinance
* Purpose
* Uses and restrictions
* Permitted uses
* Lot and setback requirements and height limits
September 24, 2004
- County PUD ordinances proposed
Two community meetings to discuss proposed ordinances governing Planned Unit Development have been scheduled - one in Yerington and one in Dayton.
September 24, 2004
- Ballot Question # 5 - Statewide
Shall the Nevada Constitution be amended to penalize lawyers willfully involved in vexatious and frivolous litigation, and to prohibit certain changes to limits on recovery of monetary damages?
September 24, 2004
- Ballot Question #4
Shall the Nevada Constitution be amended to add provisions governing insurance rates and practices in Nevada?
September 23, 2004
- Updated - Ballot Question #3 - Will remain on ballot
According to the September 22, 2004 edition of the Nevada Appeal, the Nevada Supreme Court on Tuesday afternoon issued an order keeping Question #3 on the November 2, 2204 General Election ballot.
September 23, 2004
- Ballot Question #2 - Statewide
Shall the Nevada Constitution be amended to require that the annual per-pupil expenditure for Nevada's public elementary and secondary schools equals or exceeds the national average?
- Ballot Question #1 - Statewide
Shall the Nevada Constitution be amended to require the Nevada Legislature to fund the operation of the public schools for kindergarten through grade 12 before funding any other part of the state budget for the next biennium?
September 17, 2004
- Updated - Complete list Lyon County General Election Candidates - Local, Legislative, Statewide
List includes candidates for: Commissoner, School Board, SSGID, Central Lyon Fire District, Fernley Fire district, Fernley Swimming pool GID, US Senate, US Representative, Legislative, Supreme Court.
September 17, 2004
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, September 16, 2004
Dayton Sewer Bond; Dayton billboard among issues to be considered.
September 14, 2004
- Planning Commission Meeting - Tuesday, September 14, 2004
Administrative Complex, 27 S. Main Street, Yerington, beginning at 9:00am.
September 13, 2004
- Wabuska campground turned down
County commissioners unanimously turned down a special use permit for a proposed 129-site tent campground to be located at 75 Julian Lane, Wabuska.
September 10, 2004
- Silver Springs Senior Center project on hold
$400,000 in PILT funding has been set aside for the project, but the denial left funding $200,000 short for plans to build a new center north of the existing building and demolition of the older portion of the existing building......
September 10, 2004
- DRAC spurns plea for billboard
A plea from a prospective restaurant builder for support of a large advertising billboard received no support from Dayton area residents.
September 8, 2004
- Commissioners OK additional $923,800 for Rolling A plant
Utilities Director Mike Workman said the money is needed to make changes in the Phase II construction and Phase III design of the project. Without the changes being made at this time the ultimately needed changes could cost up to $1.5 million.
September 8, 2004
- DRAC Planning recommendations
Holloway - Change of Land; Riverpark Phase 3 - Tentative Map Feasibility Report; Tabrizi - Tentative Map Feasibility Report; Point Legado Subdivision (Lakemont) - Tentative Map.
September 7, 2004
- MHAC meeting - Tuesday, September 7, 2004
Planning issues include Tentative Subdivision Feasibility Report for a proposed 19 unit, personal storage facility, located off of Miles Road, Mound House.
September 6, 2004
- * NEW - UPDATED - Campaign thoughts and memories - fond and not so fond
For the most part, my venture back into the political campaign scene was an enjoyable and rewarding experience. I had vowed to keep it all in proper perspective, stick to the issues of importance - and to squeeze as much fun into my endeavor as such an experience might allow. I think I managed to do just that!
* My greatest disappointment was the lack of public forums for political candidates to voice their views.
* Another disappointment was Commissioner Bob Milz’ behavior at the Dayton Regional Advisory Council’s candidate forum.
September 6, 2004
- Irresponsible spending; horrible DRAC; Lack of responsible representation & more.....
I have yet to see any evidence from this Lyon County Board of Commissioners that cutting frivolous costs ever crosses their minds. Their philosophy appears to be to hire a ‘professional’ to come in and ‘study’ the county’s shortfalls and tell them what is needed.
September 4, 2004
- Commissioner decisions - September 2, 2004
Included are some of the decisions made by the Lyon County Commissioners at the September 2, 2004 meeting. In-depth stories will appear in future issues of NewsDesk.
September 3, 2004
- Candidate Forums
Dayton - Wednesday, September 1; Fernley - Thursday, September 2; Silver City - Monday, September 6.
August 31, 2004
- Commissioner Agenda - September 2, 2004
23 planning issues dominate the agenda.
August 31, 2004
- Adult Related Business ordinance approved
Gates said the inclusion of ‘out-call’ services in the ordinance is, among other things, intended to control illegal prostitution.
“There should be the capability of the four brothel operators to obtain a license for this activity. Enabling these operators to obtain an ‘out-call’ entertainment license that operates in conjunction with their normal operations will provide clarity, specific regulations and needed guidelines to prevent confusion regarding ‘out-call’ services. What better way to help regulate this occurrence than to have the legal side of the industry be involved in its control,” he said.
August 30, 2004
- Four new Utility hires – four new vehicles
The new hires are included in the 2004-05 County Budget, but the vehicle purchases were not included in the budget presentation.
August 30, 2004
- Impact Fee – Capital Improvements Committee named
According to NRS 278B.150, the first step in the process of establishing Impact Fees on new construction is the appointment of a Capital Improvements Advisory Committee.
August 25, 2004
- Public Works Director position eliminated/Planning Director to be hired
Lyon County Commissioners voiced unanimous support of County Manager Donna Kristaponis’ recommendations for a major reorganization of the County Planning and Public Works Departments. Kristaponis, noting that “planning is something that is sorely needed here”, based her recommended changes on the county’s lack of having a professional planner on staff.
August 24, 2004
- County expands services with private engineering firm
“Without a specific Public Works Director, it is important that we enhance the contract with Lumos & Associates which we already have. They, in essence, become our acting County Engineer for signature on plats, for signature on improvement plans and so on,” County Manager Donna Kristaponis advised the board.
August 24, 2004
- Rejected Smith Valley developer files lawsuit
According to Scott Smith, owner of the proposed Smith Vista subdivision, his legal counsel served the papers to the District Attorney’s office within 20 minutes of the Lyon County Commissioner’s 4-1 vote rejecting the 164-acre project.
August 23, 2004
- Smith Valley subdivision rejected
Protests by local residents and concerns with the potential impact of 75 homes on the water table were just two factors contributing to the rejection of a Smith Valley development project.
August 21, 2004
- Commissioner decisions – August 19, 2004
The following are some decisions made by the Lyon County Commissioners at today’s meeting. In depth stories will follow in future editions.
August 19, 2004
- Commissioner meeting - Thursday, August 19, 2004
Topping the agenda, commissioners will be giving consideration and taking possible action on the creation of a Planning Department, elimination of Public Works Administration, and reorganization of Community Development, Road, and the Building & Grounds, Parks Department.
August 17, 2004
- Smith Valley subdivision rehearing set
By virtue of a tie vote, Lyon County Commissioners on August 5, 2004 turned down a proposed 75-lot, 164 acre Smith Valley subdivision tentative map.
Assuming a full five-member board will be present at the August 19, 2004 commission meeting, developers of the Smith Vista subdivision will once again present their proposal.
August 16, 2004
- DRAC looking to fill three positions
Three Dayton Regional Advisory Council positions will be up for election in November. Nominations for the positions will be taken at the September and October meetings.
August 11, 2004
- DRAC recommends denial of Hughes 6,000 square foot lots
The Dayton Regional Advisory Council recommended denial of a request to convert existing five-acre residential lots to 6,000 square foot residential lots on 20 acres off of Minor Road in Dayton.
August 11, 2004
- Republican meeting to feature John Mason, Commissioner candidates
Nevada Supreme Court candidate John Mason and Republican candidates for the District 3 Commissioner seat have been invited to address the August 25, 2004 meeting of the Dayton Republican Men’s Club.
This offers voters one of the few pre-Primary opportunities to listen to and ask questions of the candidates.
August 10, 2004
- Dayton builders looking for water rights
With the market for water rights basically non-existent from private sources, a Dayton area real estate agent says the county should be selling some of its water rights to local builders.
County officials point out a policy is being worked on, assuring local residents the basin will not run out of water and long-term water planning is underway.
August 10, 2004
- A few Saturday afternoon musings.........
· Changes appear to be coming to Lyon County – some subtle, some not so subtle. Some unquestionably needed, some just plain questionable. Some initiated by the County Manager, some initiated – behind the scenes, of course - by various commissioners.
August 7, 2004
- New County Manager making self known
On the job for barely a month, Kristaponis, aside from actively familiarizing herself with countywide department operations and issues, met last week with the Chairmen of all county advisory councils, initiated publication of monthly department head reports, attended at least one advisory council meeting and demonstrated a willingness to offer her planning/infrastructure expertise into discussions at those meetings.
August 6, 2004
- Sheriff’s Department declares West Nile Virus emergency status
Captain Jeff Page told NewsDesk the emergency status is being instituted not to unduly alarm residents, but to enable the county to receive state assistance in areas without a mosquito abatement program.
August 6, 2004
- DRAC meeting - TONIGHT - Wednesday, August 4, 2004
Planning issues include Hughes zone change request; discussion of possible growth moratorium; discussion of upcoming board vacancies.
August 4, 2004
- Commissioner meeting - Thursday, August 5, 2004
Scheduled business includes Public Hearing for adult characterized businesses; presentation of Lyon Couty lands bill relating to proposed Wild Horse and Burro Center; Consideration of extending 12-hour shifts for Lyon County Dispatch employees; and, planning issues.
August 3, 2004
- Mound House Advisory Council - Tuesday, August 3, 2004
Candidates for Lyon County elective positions are invited to make 5-minute presentations/statements. Other scheduled agenda items include reports from county officials, including:
August 2, 2004
- Congressman Gibbons August column - committed to improving veterans' health care
Our nation’s 25 million veterans have risked their lives to fight for freedom and protect our democracy. Over the past four years, Congress and President Bush have worked together to vastly improve our veterans’ health care services.
August 2, 2004
- NewsDesk visits with Richard Ziser, Candidate for U.S. Senate
“He (Reid) does not represent the real principles and values most Nevadans really stand for. He opposes everything. He is an obstructionist against the President's tax cuts. He is obstructing the appointment of excellant judicial nominees, which is not good for the country. On all of the major issues I speak to, he is not doing what Nevadans want,” Ziser said during the June 27, 2004 visit.
July 30, 2004
- West Nile Virus - Information you should know
Information regarding West Nile Virus. Additional information may be viewed at: www.myDNA.com.
July 31, 2004
- Laura and Stony Tennant named Santa Maria Day Grand Marshals
Most people know Laura and I are longtime friends; however, in the more than 25 years of visiting (gossiping), hiking, skiing, traveling, eating, and yes, even sampling a glass of wine or two together, I have never taken the time to formally interview Laura to chronicle she and her husband’s fascinating lives and varied accomplishments. The honoring of Laura and Stony as Grand Marshals of the August 14, 2004 Santa Maria Day parade offers that opportunity.
July 28, 2004
- Important Election Dates to Remember
Keep the following dates in mind as the political season progresses toward Primary and General Election days.
July 28, 2004
- * NEW - Northpointe residents want soundwall issue addressed
As a current Northpointe resident in Dayton I respectfully request the County make a condition to Lakemont’s special use permit (SUP) request and require them to construct a sound-blocking wall behind current resident’s wooden fences, north side of Dayton Valley Road.
July 28, 2004
- Commissioners have the answers - DRAC be damned
"This is an advisory board. You can't dictate to us as to what we should do. You act high and mighty and you should just do what we do and walk in our shoes or keep your damn mouth shut."
Commissioner Bob Milz addressing the July meeting of the Dayton Regional Advisory Council, according to a story on the Mason Valley News/Reno-Gazette Journal website.
July 21, 2004
- CAHI - Tribe reach agreement
Citizens for Affordable Homes, Inc. (CAHI) Nevada's largest builder of self-help homes announced on July 13, 2004 that a written agreement has been reached between the Yerington Piaute Tribal Council / Housing Authority and CAHI allowing agencies to proceed with acquiring the necessary approvals from USDA/Rural Development, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Fannie Mae and other Governmental agencies for CAHI to assist the Yerington Tribe in the process of building self-help homes on tribal land.
July 19, 2004
- NDOT program for Lyon County - 2004/2005
Speaking at the July 2, 2004 Lyon County Commissioner meeting, Nevada Department of Transportation Director Jeff Fontaine presented the following list of projects for Lyon County.
July 19, 2004
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, July 15, 2004
Agenda includes: Traditions Village One Tentative Map; Dayton area route study; Property tax abatements for area industries; Establishment of "neighborhoods" for Park Construction Tax; Report and discussion regarding Silver City Community Center fire.
July 13, 2004
- Summary: Commissioner July planning decisions - White Sage; Carson River Estates
An 84-lot Silver Springs subdivision Tentative Map received approval, but not before commissioners defined how much land should be dedicated to future park development.
July 12, 2004
- Lakemont approval sets new low standard for commissioners
Let me preface the following editorial with this: I do not oppose development. I don't place the primary blame on what has happened to the Dayton Valley on the developers. As I have stated before, if I was in Joe Wade's or Jim Bawden's position, with this board of commissioners I might be doing just as they have done - squeezing as many homes as I can get approved onto my land.
July 8, 2004
- Community Development Director Nick Malarchik's statement to Commissioners prior to their unanimous approval of the 2700-home Lakemont PUD/SUP - July 1, 2004
This has been before the planning commission on two different occasions - both presentations were about three hours long. In both of the staff reports I put together for the planning commission, I found that it didn't meet the letter of intent for a PUD.
July 7, 2004
- Commissioners ignore planning staff concerns - unanimously approve Lakemont plans
Approval was given despite questions raised by Community Delopment Director Nick Malarchik relating to the legality of the project's zoning variances, traffic impacts and water/sewer capacities. He suggested no action be taken until county officials addressed the concerns.
July 6, 2004
- The Utilities wastewater bond payment plan and EDU fees – in the eyes of NewsDesk
Some questions are being publicly raised regarding the Dayton sewer expansion bond and other issues relating to the Utilities department.
June 25, 2004
- Lyon County Democrats question Utility finances
What happened to the $6 to $8 million to rebuild the infrastructure and expansion of the Dayton sewer system for future development? Mark Clarkson, former Utility Manager, with the consent from the Commissioners, appropriated the money from a bond with a payback being predicated on a minimum of 675 homes being built every year in the Dayton Valley utilities service area.
June 23, 2004
- DAWG asserts no justification for Yerington Superfund site
David Haight, President of the Dynamic Action on Wells Group, charges the uranium detected in domestic well water is naturally occurring. In a letter dated June 1, 2004, Haight asks the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the office of U.S. Senator Harry Reid to abandon efforts to place the former Anaconda Mine site into the superfund program.
June 22, 2004
- Transportation study presented to commissioners
A number of concerns remain with proposed future bypass routes through the Dayton-Mound House area.
June 22, 2004
- Yerington well-monitoring shows no increase in uranium
While some have stated a belief the problem is naturally occurring, whether the uranium content is naturally occurring or caused by contamination from past mining operations is yet to be officially determined.
June 21, 2004
- Commissioners hesitate on NACO request
A request from the Nevada Association of Counties (NACO) for financial support of the professional firm assisting with county interests relating to state tax distribution formulas was delayed until additional information is obtained.
June 18, 2004
- Approval of construction tax ballot resolution delayed
Final approval of the resolution placing the imposition of a construction tax on new development on the November ballot will not be made until July 1, 2004.
June 17, 2004
- Account opened to help with Spencer family accident expenses
An account has been set up at Bank of America to help the family of Andrew “Drew” Spencer meet expenses associated with his recent death. His brother was also involved in the accident.
June 17, 2004
- * NEW - Don’t worry – be happy! It’s only 3-cents
FYI: Dayton has the lowest tax rate in the County only because we do not have some of the necessary, but expensive, special districts other areas have. Period. (Water & sewer districts; hospital district; pool districts, et al) It has nothing to do with “doing well”. Add the Dayton and Mound House Utility district costs for water and sewer services to your property tax bill and then compare Dayton/Mound House “taxes” to what other areas of the county are paying.
June 15, 2004
- * NEW - Unincorporation Committee meeting tonight
Several county officials will attend tonight’s meeting of the Dayton/Mound House/Silver City Unincorporation Committee.
June 15, 2004
- No Increase in brothel fees this year
In adopting annual fees for the 2004-05 Fiscal Year, commissioners determined to not approve a recommended increase in brothel license fees.
June 14, 2004
- Commissioners endorse Lakemont requests
Agreeing with the wishes of DRAC and the Planning Commission, County Commissioners approved a master plan amendment and zone change requests for the proposed Lakemont project.
June 10, 2004
- Commissioners re-state opposition to Yerington superfund site
Reaffirming previously stated opposition, Lyon County Commissioners joined the City of Yerington in asking U.S. Senator Harry Reid to not support the placing of the former anaconda mining site on the Superfund National Priority List.
June 11, 2004
- Title 11 changes approved
Originally brought forward for review in December 1998, revisions to Lyon County Ordinance Title 11 received approval from county commissioners on June 3, 2004.
June 9, 2004
- CAHI donates 3/4 acres adjacent to Pinecone road to Parks Department.
Citizens for Affordable Homes, Inc. announced today (June 9, 2004) that their current development plan includes a 3/4-acre parcel to be donated to the Central Lyon County Parks Department.
June 9, 2004
- CAHI – Citizens for Affordable Homes, Inc.
CAHI offers qualifying families with low or very-low incomes to own their own home. Participants work under the supervision of a CAHI construction supervisor to build all the homes within their building group of six to eight homes.
June 10, 2004
- Sales tax increase to boost libraries nixed
Commissioners last week voted to take no action on a request from Commissioner LeRoy Goodman to place a ¼-cent sales tax question on the November 2004 General Election ballot. Goodman said NRS allows such an increase to be used to fund construction and maintenance of county libraries.
June 8, 2004
- Commissioners turn down Hughes zone change request
The decision related to a request by Mike Hughes to change the zoning from RR-3 (rural residential, 5 acres minimum) to NR-2 (multiple residence nonrural residential – 8,000 square foot minimum) on approximately 20 acres located at 5 Minor Road, Dayton.
June 8, 2004
- * NEW - Senator McGinness speaker at Dayton meeting
Senator Mike McGinness will be the featured speaker at the Dayton Republican Men’s Club on Thursday, June 17, 2004. Senator McGinness chaired the Nevada Senate Finance Committee during the 2003 Legislative session and was in the center of the storm regarding tax issues.
June 8, 2004
- DRAC reiterates concerns with Lakemont PUD
The Dayton Regional Advisory Council reaffirmed a number of concerns with the proposed Lakemont Planned Unit Development special use permit. The board recommended denial of the permit until the concerns are addressed.
June 7, 2004
- CWSD meeting (6/16/04)
CWSD - June 16, 2004, 6:30pm, Legislative Building. Agenda includes discussion of USGS water monitoring study of Dayton Valley.
June 7, 2004
- Impact Fee process to move forward
However, those impatient to see new development start to pay for some of the impacts created by the growth – don’t hold your breath! This is only the first step in the process and no fees may be implemented until all steps within Nevada State Statutes are completed.
June 5, 2004
- Kristaponis to be new County Manager
Lyon County commissioners on Thursday unanimously agreed to send an “offer” letter to Donna Kristaponis for the position of County Manager.
June 5, 2004
- Residents express concerns with route study proposals
“The traffic is going to get worse and worse. The ‘do nothing’ scenario is basically looking at 12-mph traffic on Highway 50. So our choices are not that we can ignore the issue. It is a choice of how are we going to deal with it."
June 4, 2004
- *NEW - DRAC meeting - TONIGHT- Wednesday,June 2, 2004
I DID NOT RECEIVE AN AGENDA FOR TONIGHT’S MEETING; HOWEVER, ACCORDING TO THE LEADER-COURIER, A NUMBER OF IMPORTANT ISSUES ARE SCHEDULED TO BE DISCUSSED, INCLUDING:
June 2, 2004
- *NEW - Commission meeting - Thursday, June 3, 2004
Agenda includes: Lakemont/Dayton Valley Investors; proposal to place 1/4-cent sales tax question on ballot; letter in opposition to Anaconda super fund site; decision on whether to support impact fees and related actions; County Manager compensation package.
June 2, 2004
- Developers, Milz called to court by ASG attorneys
Asserting some parties have not fully complied with supoenas requesting copies of relevant communications between developers and county officials, attorneys for Advvanced Specialty Gases will have another day in court.
June 1, 2004
- MHAC meeting - TONIGHT - June 1, 2004
Industrial Parkway zone change requests dominate tonight’s MHAC agenda.
June 1, 2004
- NewsDesk interviews John Mason, Candidate for Nevada Supreme Court Justice
NewsDesk met with John Mason, candidate for a seat on the Nevada Supreme Court, to discus his reasons for running and other issues relating to the race.
May 26, 2004
- Decisions on Impact Fees and Road Construction Tax set for June 3
* Will county commissioners determine to move forward to implement Impact Fees on new construction?
* Will county commissioners place approval of a proposed road construction tax before voters in November?
* It appears county commissioners will approve a park construction tax ordinance.
Lyon County Commissioners agreed at the May 20, 2004 meeting to address all issues on a future commission agenda.
May 25, 2004
- Donna Kristaponis’ work related resume
On May 20, 2004 Lyon County Commissioners selected Donna Kristaponis as their top choice to succeed Steve Snyder as Lyon County Manager. Her appointment is contingent on a final background check and successful salary negotiations. The following is the work related resume as submitted in her application to Lyon County.
May 25, 2004
- DRAC recommends delay of Lakemont PUD approval
The Dayton Regional Advisory Council is recommending county officials delay approval of a special use permit and variances for the Lakemont master planned community until a number of concerns are addressed.
May 24, 2004
- Commissioners praise, give raise to lobbyist
Lyon County Commissioners gave Legislative lobbyist Mary Walker high praise for her work as Lyon County’s legislative advocate prior to granting her a requested $10,000 salary increase for the upcoming Legislative year.
May 24, 2004
- Dayton Unincorporation Advisory Question to go on November ballot
An advisory question of whether to “unincorporate” or not will be placed before Dayton and Mound House voters.
The issue will appear on the November General Election ballot. Results of the vote will not be binding, but will be used as a guide by commissioners as to whether to pursue the matter.
May 21, 2004
- Top choice for County Manager named
Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday (May 20, 2004) selected Donna Kristaponis as the top choice to become Lyon County’s second County Manager.
May 21, 2004
- Should the new Master Plan be nullified until the process is investigated?
From the past: This editorial was first printed in March, 2003. In light of recent comments by DRAC members, perhaps readers should take another look at NewsDesk's opinion on the issue.
March 2003
- Upset with Lakemont PUD and Planning Commission
As a concerned Dayton resident and property owner (5ac), I attended the planning commissions meeting last Tuesday, 11th May in Yerington. I wasted a whole day just to learn that said commission does not 'give a hoot' to what existing residents want or need.
May 18, 2004
- DRAC Special Meeting – Thursday, May 20, 2004, 7:00pm
The Dayton Regional Advisory Council will meet at the Utilities building, 34 Lakes Boulevard, Thursday evening to discuss issues relating to the proposed Lakemont/Dayton Valley Investors Planned Unit Development. All area residents are welcome to attend.
May 18, 2004
- NewsDesk Editor Nancy Dallas Commissioner District 3 Candidate Statement/Platform
Just about everything you need to know regarding my candidacy for Lyon County Commissioner - District 3. If you would like a yard sign, please email me your street address.
May 7, 2004
- Praise for new Animal Control Director
Since the hiring of Ted Bolzle as Animal Services Director in January, I have been asked by many people of my impressions of the job he is doing. I suppose this is because I expressed a strong opinion that the county should actually advertise widely for the position of Animal Services Director and not just make it available to existing county employees.
May 18, 2004
- Lyon County Commission meeting - Thursday, May 20, 2004
Agenda issues include: Consideration of ballot questions relating to unincorportation, impact fees and residential construction taxes; lobbyist contract; interviews of County Manager candidates.
May 18, 2004
- From the past: 'It’s a done deal' West Central Lyon County Land Use Plan
Another memory from the past.
December 2002
- Iron Mountain Ranch Zone Change turned down
Until the developer of Iron Mount Ranch fulfills road and drainage commitments, Lyon County will not approve a zone change request on the Stagecoach property.
May 13, 2004
- Moonlight Bunny Ranch expansion denied
A request from owner Dennis Hof to expand the Moonlight bunny Ranch has been turned down by Lyon County.
May 13, 2004
- Link to Impact Fee committee report
NewsDesk is providing access to the entire Impact Fee/Alternatives Advisory Committee Report. It may be seen at: www.newsdeskbynancydallas.com/ImpactFeeReport.pdf. The Lyon County Commissioners at the April 15, 2004 meeting accepted the report. On May 6, 2004 the board agreed to place discussion of a possible formation of an Impact Fee committee.
May 13, 2004
- MHAC gives narrow approval to land exchange
In a close vote, attendees at the Mound House Advisory Council meeting last week recommended the county move forward with a land exchange involving 240 acres of BLM property located off of McClellan Peak Road and 450 acres of private property located on the west end of the proposed Santa Maria planned unit development.
May 11, 2004
- ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT TO FILE – WHERE ARE THE CANDIDATES?
The filing period for those who wish to run for elective office will end on Friday, May 14, 2004.
May 11, 2004
- Lakemont PUD presented to Dayton residents
A standing room only crowd greeted the first public presentation of Dayton’s newest planned community.
May 10, 2004
- Conditions on Traditions SUP as approved by county
List of the 22 conditions placed by Lyon County Commissioners on the special use permit for the "Traditions" PUD.
May 10, 2004
- Riverview Estates & Millard zone change approved
Commissioners give final approval to long disputed land use requests for Riverview Estates.
May 8, 2004
- County Manager position - County to interview six candidates from original submittals
None of the six were selected as finalists when Larry Bellor & Associates – the firm hired to conduct the nationwide search, reviewed applications in January.
May 8, 2004
- TAQUERIA SAN ANDRES - Authentic Mexican Food
Located in the Occidental Square Shopping Mall, Highway 50 east of Dayton, Owners Alejandro Yanez and Martin Castanedo bring you a taste of the food and culture of their home village of Ajijic, Mexico.
May 8, 2004
- It appears Final Budget will contain 3-cent property tax increase
Putting the finishing touches on the 2004-05 Fiscal Year budget, county commissioners on Thursday (May 6, 2004) requested Interim County Manager/retiring Comptroller Rita Evasovic to work the increase into the budget. The added revenue will bring the projected ending fund balance up to the recommended 8.4-percent of the total General Fund budget.
May 8, 2004
- County Approves “Traditions” – 4,000 square foot minimum lot size
The lot size is just one of more than 20 conditions placed in the Special Use Permit for the first phase of the 2400-acre, three phased development.
May 7, 2004
- Candidate filing period opens
Anyone wishing to run for elective office in the State of Nevada must file with their County Clerk or the Secretary of State between May 3 and May 14.
May 4, 2004
- County may initiate new search for County Manager
It appears the county will initiate another search process in their efforts to find a new County Manager.
May 3, 2004
- “Traditions” - Another done deal? Where will this all end?
The project has not even received final approval from the Lyon County Commissioners yet and the ever-audacious developers of the massive “Traditions” PUD are promoting their product – including residential lots even smaller than the 3200 square foot postage stamp sized lots publicly presented to county officials.
April 28, 2004
- Water rights reserved for future purchase by developer
Lyon County Commissioners have agreed to reserve 42.26 acre-feet of water rights for future purchase by developers of The Gallery Phase II development project.
April 27, 2004
- From the past: County Moves to Eliminate 6,000 Square Foot Residential Lots
Whatever happened to this idea?
January 2003
- NewsDesk editorial comments: Changes for Lyon County?
If the selection of Melissa Carlton as the top candidate to replace retired County Manager Stephen Snyder holds up, Lyon County could be in for a long overdue reality check.
April 21, 2004
- The process of establishing Impact Fees is not a simple one
With the acceptance of the report of the Impact Fee and Alternatives Advisory Committee, the Lyon County Commissioners now have the option of pursuing the establishment of Impact Fees.
For those of you who might think, with the acceptance of the report, Impact Fees are close to reality – please read on!!
April 20, 2004
- Contract approved for County water attorney - granted increase in service fee
County commissioners have agreed to an increase of $20/hour for legal services and advice relating to water issues.
April 20, 2004
- Planning board approves Riverview Estates and Millard zone changes/deny Moonlight expansion
The embattled Riverview Estates development finally received a recommendation of approval from county planning officials.
April 19, 2004
- Carlton named top choice for County Manager
Melissa Carlton, the only female among six finalists, has been named the top choice to replace Stephen Snyder as Lyon County Manager.
To allow time for a full background check and further interviews to be completed, Interim County Manager Rita Evasovic said a final decision would not be made until the May 6, 2004 commission meeting.
April 19, 2004
- Sciarani turns down Comptroller position
Less than a week after being selected as the replacement for retiring Comptroller Rita Evasovic, Jim Sciarani declined the position.
April 18, 2004
- Commissioners untangle Occidental Road confusion
A new name for a portion of Occidental Road should help resolve any confusion for those trying to find their way to a home located on the meandering county roadway.
April 18, 2004
- Commissioners accept Impact Fee/Alternative Fee Study - consideration of next step set for May 6, 2004
What happens next in the process of looking into ways of deriving additional revenue from new development is now in the hands of the Lyon County Commissioners.
April 18, 2004
- No property tax increase in Tentative Budget - door left open for increase
The ending fund balance and the issue of additional personnel needs triggered considerable debate among board members as to whether a tax increase should be included in the Tentative Budget - and if so, how much.
While the board appeared to support at least a 3-percent increase, in the end, they agreed to wait until a meeting or workshop prior to the Final Budget approval on May 17, 2004 to make that determination.
April 15, 2004
- County Manager finalist list shrinks to six finalists - Interviews Friday, April 16, 2004
Six finalists for the position of Lyon County Manager will be interviewed tomorrow, with the first candidate scheduled to sit before the Board of County Commissioners at 9:00am. The public is welcome to attend. Brief candidate bios included.
April 15, 2004
- Route Study stirs Dayton residents – do not want 4-lane road in rural neighborhood
A preliminary presentation of potential alternative routes through the Dayton Valley stirred a number of residents to state strong opposition to placing a major artery through their rural neighborhood.
And Dayton Regional Advisory Council Chairman Barbara Peck urged the public input taken during the public hearing process be taken seriously by county officials and not ignored.
April 13, 2004
- Sheriff asking communities to support 11 new hires
“There are a lot places around the United States assessing developers so much per unit to come in and build and I think it would be appropriate for us to take a look at that here in Dayton,” a resident stated in support of using developer impact fees to pay for such services.
April 12, 2004
- County representatives get earful from frustrated Dayton residents
The following is a partial accounting of discussion at the April 7, 2004 DRAC meeting. The remainder will be included in subsequent issues. It is lengthy, but NewsDesk feels it is important to include a full accounting of all comments made.
When a Lyon County Planning Commissioner in attendance at last night’s Dayton Regional Advisory Council meeting (April 7, 2004) initiated discussion of the “Traditions” special use permit, he opened a “Pandora’s box” of community frustrations.
April 8, 2004
- DRAC meeting - Part 2 – County officials get earful; respond to criticisms
The following is a continuation of an accounting of discussion at the April 7, 2004 DRAC meeting. The remainder will be included in subsequent issues.
“You (commissioners/planning commissioners) are representing those who want to move here. What are you doing about what we who already live here want? We have lived here for years. What are you doing for us?”
April 9, 2004
- Two new hires approved for Community Development
In making the request for an additional building inspector and a plan checker, Community Development Director Nick Malarchik said the workload in the department is becoming “more than we can handle.”
April 6, 2004
- Abandonment of storm drainage easement in new development raises questions & concerns
Approval of a request to abandon a storm drainage easement and redesign of a detention pond still leaves drainage concerns of neighboring property owners unresolved.
April 7, 2004
- County looks at alleviating excessive and blowing dust
Dirt roads and construction sites continue to stir up dust – and people’s ire.
County officials have been receiving numerous calls complaining of blowing, “fugitive” dust, particularly from residents in the Silver Springs and Dayton area.
April 7, 2004
- 1,000 to 1,200 utility hookups/year suggested as guideline for utility master plan
Despite a number of unanswered questions regarding the ability to handle the impacts of such growth and the actual availability of water in the Dayton Valley, Lyon County Commissioners unanimously agreed 1,000 to 1,200 hookups per year be used as the guideline within the utility master plan.
April 6, 2004
- Depot R.V. Park development plans receive final approval
With little discussion, Lyon County Commissioners on April 1, 2004 approved development constraints and guidelines as recommended by the Planning Commission for a proposed 48-space Dayton Recreational Vehicle Park.
April 5, 2004
- Public Defenders receive increase in pay
One month after having their contract renewed for another three years, Lyon County Public Defenders Wayne Pederson, Lane Mills and Ken Ward have been granted a requested increase in compensation.
April 2, 2004
- Jim Sciarani named to replace Rita Evasovic
Local C.P.A. and Yerington native Jim Sciarani has been named to replace retiring Lyon County Comptroller Rita Evasovic.
April 2, 2004
- County residents may see a 7-cent property tax hike
A 7-cent property tax increase may be in Lyon County’s immediate future.
April 2, 2004
- More NewsDesk - Questions, Comments & Observations
Ever wonder just what IS happening in Lyon County behind the political scenario of public posturing?
March 30, 2004
- Commissioner Meeting - Thursday, April 1, 2004
Agenda includes - Dayton RV Park development plans; Copper Canyon Tentative Map - 687 residential units on 320 acres; Water Master Plan for Dayton/Mound House; RTC 2004 program; Blowing dust issues; Performance audit for Community Development and Public Works; and Closed Sessions regarding ASG, Walker Lake and O'Dell lawsuit.
March 30, 2004
- Planning Commission recommendations for "Traditions" Special Use Permit
I was unable to attend the March 23, 2004 meeting of the Planning Commission. My greatest appreciation to those who provided me with these ‘unofficial’ conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission for the “Traditions” Planned Unit Development Village 1.
March 25, 2004
- Hettrick stands behind Legislative Tax Stand
“The Supreme Court vote created a conditional constitution in the State of Nevada. It is unfortunate the US Supreme Court will not hear the case. If you can ignore the Constitution, what have you got? What is the basis for our freedoms, our liberties and our laws of this land?”
March 25, 2004
- Congressman Gibbons addresses No Child Left Behind Act & Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act
The following is Congressman Jim Gibbon’s monthly column. This month he addresses efforts to meet the needs in rural areas created by the No Child Left Behind Act and his efforts to make changes to the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act, allowing more of the revenue generated by this act to go toward the state’s education fund.
March 24, 2004
- Planning Commission OK's "Traditions" variances
Phase 1 of “Traditions”, a 2400-acre planned unit development, received a solid pat on the back from the Lyon County Planning Commission.
March 24, 2004
- Stagecoach resident - "Don't force sewer/water systems on community"
My husband and I were at the Stagecoach town board meeting where the gentleman connected to the Stagecoach water company and writes a column for a local paper was giving his all to get a sewer system in Stagecoach.
March 22, 2004
- County challenges ASG ruling
On February 18, 2004, Lyon County filed a writ of mandamus with the Nevada Supreme Court in protest of District Court Judge David Huff’s October 2003 Order overturning commissioner revocation of the operating permit for Advanced Specialty Gases.
March 21, 2004
- Title 11 not ready/Title 7 approved
Upon the recommendation of Community Development Director Nick Malarchik, commissioner approval of Title 11 has been continued until, at least, April 15, 2004.
March 19, 2004
- Silver Springs residents want improvements to major intersection
Lyon County officials fully endorse submittal of a request to NDOT to add improvements to the Highway 50/95A intersection to their Project List.
March 19, 2004
- Commissioners say “no” to water rights use change
Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday gave an emphatic denial to a request to support a temporary change of irrigation water rights to use for wild life purposes.
March 19, 2004
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- DRAC unhappy with "Traditions" high density
Small lots with high-density housing remain a primary concern of Dayton Regional Advisory Board members.
March 16, 2004
- Dayton Republican Men's Club - March 24, 2004 - Assemblyman Lynn Hettrick to speak
Minority Leader Lynn Hettrick will be the March 24 speaker. Mr. Hettrick led the effort in the Nevada Assembly to block the Governor’s tax proposal in the State Assembly by keeping the “gang of 15” Assemblymen solid and resolved, forcing the hand of the Governor and Nevada State Senate.
March 16, 2004
- There is more at stake than simply water - by Mike O'Callaghan
“Any decisions made about drilling for groundwater in Nevada will have an impact on this and future generations. The people making these decisions must realize that they have the lives of both people and the environment in their hands. Wise decisions aren’t made for immediate political and monetary gains."
March 14, 2004
- County says money available for master plan updates
A request from the Silver Springs Advisory Council for assistance in updating the land use master plan for their community has county officials looking at the process for all of the communities still needing to do the required update.
March 11, 2004
- Commissioners postpone action on Adult Characterized Businesses ordinance
Commissioners last week postponed taking any action on a proposed amendment to Lyon County Code Title 5, adding Chapter 8 – providing for regulation of adult characterized businesses.
March 11, 2004
- County Animal Control services contract withFernley to be renegotiated
Due to the increasing financial burden Fernley animals are placing on the Lyon County Animal Services Department, the Animal Shelter Services Contract with Fernley will be renegotiated to include a fee to cover animal boarding costs.
March 10, 2004
- Impact/Alternative Fee recommendations ready for Commissioners
Created to come up with recommendations regarding the implementation of fees to fund the impact of new development on public infrastructure, the Impact Fee/Alternative Fee Task Force has forwarded a report detailing a number of revenue generating recommendations to the Lyon County Commissioners.
March 10, 2004
- Dayton Commercial Center approved - Smiths required to improve parking lot
Lyon County Commissioners unanimously approved the tentative map for additional commercial development on properties adjacent to both sides of the Dayton Smith’s Food and Drug Store.
March 9, 2004
- DRAC vetos Riverview Estates - Again
In what has become a familiar routine, the Dayton Regional Advisory Council last week once again stated strong opposition to removing a portion of commercial zoning from property along Dayton Valley Road.
March 8, 2004
- WILD HORSE & BURRO AWARENESS DAY - March 10
WHEN: Wednesday, March 10, 2004 (11:00 am thru 1:00 pm) and to continue every Wednesday thereafter.
February 29, 2004
- New Mound House PUD dependent upon BLM land exchange
Developers of the Winter’s Ranch/Santa Maria planned development want to create a new 320-acre planned unit development in the area of McClellan Peak Road.
March 6, 2004
- New Rout Study explained to Dayton - Mound House residents
Dayton and Mound House residents last week received an introduction to the concept driving the recently initiated “Route Study”.
March 6, 2004
- Commissioners' veto Hof's plans
Lyon County officials do not want a brothel museum in Mound House and they do not want the former Mustang Ranch modular buildings to be stored on the property.
March 5, 2004
- Silver City road abandonment turned down
A request to abandon a road easement in the hills of Silver City became the subject of lengthy debate between the applicant and owners of rights to a number of patented and unpatented mining claims in the area.
March 5, 2004
- Commissioners approve Holley Ranch zone change
An extensively debated request to allow one-acre zoning to border and transcend into the Carson River has been approved by Lyon County Commissioners.
March 5, 2004
- 3-2 vote snubs Dayton - again
Lyon County Commissioners today (March 4, 2004) voted 3-2 to approve a zone change request for the Holley Ranch.
March 4, 2004
- New Prescription Drug Benefit to Medicare A good first step: By Congressman Jim Gibbons
By now you have probably heard that Congress added a voluntary prescription drug benefit to Medicare. But aside from that, many of you have yet to hear the facts about what exactly Congress has done, when the benefit goes into effect, or – most importantly – how it will impact you.
February 29, 2004
- Comments, Observations - AND - Questions
So many politically related/governmment influenced activities, decisions and dealings going on in our burgeoning county it is hard for this little newspaper to keep tabs on them all. And so many questions to be answered..............
February 26, 2004
- Approval of Animal Control ordinance changes delayed
At the recommendation of Chief Deputy District Attorney Steve Rye, Commissioners postponed approval of changes to Title 7, the county animal control guidelines.
February 23, 2004
- County requests $228,300 Question 1 money for Carson River work
Lyon County is requesting $228,300 in Question 1 funding to assist with restoration of the Carson River corridor within county boundaries.
February 23, 2004
- Community Development gains additional employee
The Community Development office will be adding one more Administrative Clerk to its staff.
February 23, 2004
- Commissioners renew three year contract with Public Defenders
Lyon County Commissioners approved renewal of a three-year contract for Public Defender services.
February 22, 2004
- SS Senior Center & SS Water Company get CDBG nod
Commissioners submitted grant requests from the Silver Springs Senior Center and Silver Springs Mutual WAter Company on to the next level.
February 22, 2004
- County seeking boundary line adjustment with Washoe County
Lyon County will pursue initial steps to look into acquiring an uninhabited portion of Washoe County land bordering Lyon County’s northern boundaries
February 22, 2004
- Silver Springs/Highway 50 corridor to be considered for some county offices
Lyon County Commissioners have given the go ahead for a preliminary study into the feasibility of locating some county services in the Silver Springs area.
February 16, 2004
- Commissioners to stay out of SSGID affairs
Despite continued turmoil within the Silver Springs General Improvement District, Lyon County Commissioners appear to want nothing to do with getting re-involved.
February 16, 2004
- Commissioners support Gibbon's Land Acquisition Bill changes
Commissioners unanimously agreed to send a letter in support of Congressman Jim Gibbon’s effort to bring additional education money into states, while reducing federal funding for land acquisitions.
February 16, 2004
- Planning board decisions - brothel museum; traditions; and more
Planning Commission actions relating to Holley Ranch, Smith's Commercial center, Traditions tentative map and Dennis Hof's brothel museum.
February 17, 2004
- Approval of Title 11 revisions delayed - process criticized
Those anticipating the adoption of the long awaited revisions to Lyon County development and planning Codes will have to wait a while longer.
February 20, 2004
- REMSA okay for Fernley test flight
REMSA officials received Fernley's and the county's blessing to proceed with a simulated emergency takeoff/landing behind the Fernley library.
February 20, 2004
- Commissoners endorse committee study of Dayton area growth
Lyon County Commissioners will form a committee to look into water related growth potential in the Dayton/Mound House area.
February 13, 2004
- Commissioners approve Traditions zone changes
Commissioners have given unanimous approval to zone chages within the Traditions planned unit development.
February 14, 2004
- Commissioners give go ahead to Dayton/Mound House transportation study
Commissioners allocated $30,000 toward a "Route Study" for the Dayton/Mound House area.
February 14, 2004
- Commissioners fill MHAC position
Lyon County Commissioners naming of Bud Clements to fill the vacancy on the Mound House Advisory Council results in three representatives from Linehan Road area.
February 14, 2004
- County to hire planning consultant
Lyon County will hire a part time planning consultnt to assist with complex planning applications.
February 14, 2004
- DRAC addresses concerns with Traditions map
As the massive Tradition's project moves steadily through the county planning process
February 9, 2004
- Election year triggers change in philosophies
When it comes to growth, an elction year can cause wonderous changes in commissioner philosophies
February 13, 2004
- MHAC denies Hof's plans
By the naoorowest of margins, the Mound House Advisory Council denied Dennis Hof's request for a brothel history museum
February 6, 2004
- Impact Fee task force readies report for commissioners
The Impact Fee/Alternative Fee Task Force appears to be one meeting away from a final report.
February 6, 2004
- SSGID Head Resigns
SSGID Manager/Treatment Plant Operator Ray Johnson submitted his resignation on Friday afternoon, February 6, 2004.
February 7, 2004
- Evasovic Named Inerim County Manager
Lyon County Comptroller Rita Evasovic has been named to fill in as Acting County Manager, effective February 21, 2004.
February 9, 2004
- DRAC addresses Holley Ranch/Smith's Commercial Center
Developers of the Smith's Commercial Center face a number of concerns relating to traffic flow patterns in the proposed project.
February 7, 2004
- It would be nice if…….
It would be nice if – Commissioner Bob Milz would fight as hard for the future of the Dayton Valley and its residents as he does to protect the developers of this valley.
January 2004
- County will be grant conduit for proposed National Wild Horse Center
January 22, 2004
- Commissioners appoint SSGID member
In answer to a request from the Silver Springs General Improvement District, Lyon County Commissioners last week named Larry Owen to fill a vacancy on the district’s governing board.
January 22, 2004
- Commissioners steer clear of PUD minimum lot size standards
Commissioner Bob Milz said he did not believe local boards could set a minimum residential lot size within planned unit developments.
January 15, 2004
- Petition to widen Highway 50 to go to NDOT
Lyon County Commissioners will forward a 979 signature petition asking for widening of Highway 95A between Silver Springs and Fernley to the Nevada Department of Transportation.
January 15, 2004
- Chase Development begins "Traditions" planning process
Developers of "Traditions", the proposed planned unit development on approximately 2400 acres east of Dayton, have initiated steps for the first development phase.
January 12, 2004
- CAHI offers open space in new development
Responding to repeated requests of the Dayton Regional Advisory Council, builders of the Citizens for Affordable Housing subdivision are offering Lyon County one parcel within their housing development to use as future recreational space.
January 9, 2004
- DRAC denies Holley Master Plan amendment
Expressing hesitation to create higher density housing along the Carson River Corridor, the Dayton Regional Advisory Council rejected a request to amend the land use master plan for the Holley Ranch property.
January 9, 2004
- Hof want to sit on MHAC
Brothel owner Dennis Hof wants to be appointed to fill a vacancy on the Mound House Advisory Council. He is evidently a verified resident and registered voter of Mound House and has as much right as anyone else to ask to be appointed.
January 7, 2004
- County will 'loan' water rights to Dayton Valley Investors/Wade Development 12/21/03
Lyon County Commissioners last week agreed to grant temporary, interim transfers of a limited number of the county’s ground water rights to Dayton Valley Investors. The request from Dayton Valley Investor’s owner Joe Wade stirred considerable debate on the viability of "infiltration wells", who should be allowed to purchase from the county, and the actual availability of water in the Dayton Valley...
December 2003
- County is yet to appeal ASG court ruling
As of today, Lyon County has not filed an appeal to the State Supreme Court of District Court Judge David Huff’s decision overturning commissioner revocation of Advanced Specialty Gases special use operating permit.
December19, 2003
- Commissioners approve gravel operation
With all concerns apparently satisfactorily answered, Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday unanimously approved a Gravel/aggregate mining operation on the O’Callaghan Ranch east of Dayton.
December 19, 2003
- Impact/alternative fee groundwork set for commissioners to move forward
Commissioners should soon have the information necessary to move forward in establishing impact fees, construction taxes and/or other fees on new construction to enable the construction and maintenance of county parks and roads.
December 2003
- Self-government for Dayton & Mound House
The efforts of Dayton resident Carl Swain, head of the informal committee looking into the pros and cons of incorporation/unincorporation for the Dayton/Mound House area, deserve recognition and thanks.
December 2003
- Traditions needs scrutiny-Dayton’s future at stake
Community Development Director Nick Malarchik, the Lyon County Planning Commission and District Attorney Leon Aberasturi are to be complimented for recommending no action be taken on the proposed 5,000 residential unit planned development 'Traditions' until the application is properly completed.
December 2003
- County consdiers "Code of the West"
A "Code of the West" publication adapted to reflect Lyon County issues, services and lifestyle will be considered for adoption as an informational document for current and potential residents.
December 11, 2003
- County to do needs analysis for Sheriff's Dept. & Security
The National Institute of Corrections will be asked to do a free needs analysis of Lyon County court, sheriff and safety needs.
December 11, 2003
- County to look for new insurance contractor
Apparently unhappy with current rates and service, county officials will open up the application process before agreeing to a contract to represent county interests within the state insurance POOL.
December 11, 2003
- Summary December 4, 2003 Commission agenda
County officials last week approved expansion of an east Dayton sewer plant and a new east Dayton well. Both will allow ready and anxious developers to build their already approved subdivisions at a pace they deem acceptable.
December 10, 2003
- Traditions project on hold
Plans for a proposed 2300-acre development east of Dayton are temporarily on hold.
december 9, 2003
- Hodges Transportation voices concern with gravel operation
Operators of a vehicle testing company have presented Lyon County Commissioners with additional concerns regarding a proposed Ft. Churchill Road gravel operation.
December 5, 2003
- MHAC seeking two park sites
The Mound House Advisory Council unanimously supported a recommendation from the Central Lyon County Park and Recreation Board to ask that two parcels of land be set aside as future park sites on the proposed BLM land use map.
December 5, 2003
- Impact fee task force readies report for commissioners
The advisory task force charged with researching and recommending new fees the county could assess on new development to help alleviate the costs of new growth will focus on enabling street and park construction and maintenance.
December 3, 2003
- Lack of open space still issue with CAHI project
Lack of planned ‘open space’ within an affordable housing project remains a concern for Dayton residents.
November 24, 2003
- County discusses water rights sales policy
With availability of municipal water rights on the open market at a premium, Lyon County is anticipating requests from developers to purchase some of those rights from the county.
November 24, 2003
- Planning Commission approves gravel operation
Satisfied the lengthy number of conditions placed on the special use permit will address concerns, Lyon County Planning Commissioners on Wednesday voted 6-1 to approve an aggregate plant located off of Ft. Churchill Road east of Dayton.
November 21, 2003
- Dust problems lead to drafting of ordinance
At the urging of residents from all areas of the county, Lyon County Commissioners have requested the District Attorney’s office to draft an ordinance addressing dust control and water erosion issues.
November 21, 2003
- Letters express frustration 11/20/03
I read in the Leader-Courier where Charles Lawson said there is a law in Nevada to remove public officials from office for malfeasance or nonfeasance of duties. (NRS 283.440)
11/20/2003
- Public Administrator fees approved
Nevada State Statutes allow only those Public Administrators in counties of over 100,000 in population to be salaried employees.
November 19, 2003
- County to seek federal funding for transportation plan
It appears there may be federal funding available to assist with the completion of a Lyon County road master plan.
November 19, 2003
- District Attorney clarifies ASG legal issues
The November 11, 2003 edition of NewsDesk contained a General Timetable of Issues Relating to ASG. District Attorney Leon Aberasturi was kind enough to respond to a request from NewsDesk to review this summary and elaborate on any issue he would like to and to correct any misconceptions or errors.
November 13, 2003
- Traditions application not ready
Heeding the advice of county staff, Lyon County Planning Commission on Wednesday unanimously agreed to deny the special use permit and variance applications submitted by the developers of "Traditions".
November 13, 2003
- ASG - Legal battles continue
Following a closed session with Lyon County Commissioners on November 6, 2003 to discuss legal issues relating to Advanced Specialty Gases, District Attorney Leon Aberasturi had very little to add to what is already known.
November 11, 2003
- 'Traditions' – What is reasonable?
The approval process for "Traditions" has begun. The Special Use Permit application, which includes the design Standards Handbook, the pre-conference feasibility report, infrastructure and improvement agreements, a variance request and tentative map, has been submitted to the county.
November 2003
- Riverview Estates gets emphatice denial
Displaying persistence and a united voice, Dayton residents appear to have finally won a zoning battle.
November 7, 2003
- Approval of Copper Canyon subdivision postponed
A lack of ‘intent to serve’ letters from Dayton Utilities, lack of a water and sewer service plan, and concerns with drainage routes through the 320-acre property contributed to a 60-day delay in approval of a tentative map for a proposed 687 residential lot subdivision.
November 7, 2003
- Traditions Part III - Commission comments/questions
Commissioners comment on Tradition's presentation
November 2, 2003
- Project manager reviews Traditions lifestyle expectations
Lou Orrantia, Project Manager for "Traditions", gave Lyon County Commissioners an overview of what developers took into consideration in designing the proposed Planned Development, noting that one consultant he has shown the project to said, ‘This is drop-dead gorgeous. You should be knighted by the Board of Commissioners.
October 31, 2003
- Traditions developers present project to commissioners
On October 16, 2003, Chase Development/landmark Homes presented Lyon County Commissioners the Preconference Feasibility Report and an overview for "Traditions", a proposed 2400-acre mixed-use development to be located east of Dayton, north of Highway 50.
October 29, 2003
- Commissioners propagate residential growth – want residents to take responsibility
Hello, Dayton residents. The commissioners need your help! The Lyon County Commissioners have created an unending mass of high-density residential growth in the Dayton Valley.
October 2003
- Highlights of October 16, 2003 Commission meeting
While not getting all she asked for, Lyon County Recorder Mary Milligan will soon have at least a little more help.
October 22, 2003
- ASG suit alleges revocation was irrational, arbitrary & unsupported
In asking for a jury trial and an award of $20 million, Advanced Specialty Gases claims the decision to revoke their special use permit by Defendants "Lyon County and Its Board of County Commissioners and Commissioner Bob Milz" was motivated by improper bias against ASG rather than the merits of the case.
October 21, 2003
- ASG files suit against Milz and County
Advanced Specialty Gases is filing a lawsuit against Lyon County in the United States District Court of Nevada relative to the revocation of the plant’s special use permit.
October 20, 2003
- Agency to assist county with road plan
A multi-county development agency has agreed to assist Lyon County in establishing alternative central Lyon County travel corridors, specifically through the Dayton-Mound House area.
October 16, 2003
- Impact Fees - what are others doing?
Impact fees is the topic of the day!
October 6, 2003
- Montana city charges $8,000 per new home
According to an Associated Press story in the September 24, 2003 edition of the Billings Gazette, Bozeman, Montana assesses builders of new homes at a rate of approximately $8,000 per home. The impact fees are for water, sewer, streets and fire protection.
September 30, 2003
- When will commissioners take seriously pleas for a transportation plan…or anything else?
There are thousands of 12,000 square foot and smaller residential lots on the books waiting for developers to get around to building homes on them – and our Lyon County Commissioners apparently fail to see any urgency in the need for a transportation master plan for the Dayton/Mound House corridor.
September 2003
- Summary September DRAC meeting
Dayton resident Armand Arnett charged Public Works with failing to take proper steps to insure local water supplies are protected from vandalism or potential terrorist threats.
September 18, 2003
- Operating permit revoked for Hof endeavor
With no comment from the board, Lyon County Commissioners on September 4, 2003 revoked the special use permit for American Health & Leisure Corporation.
September 2003
- The public will is thwarted – again
This opinion relates to the recent approval of RV Park zoning on Pike Street...
September 2003
- Commissioners set Dayton Utilities hookup rates
New development will have two separate service connection fee areas and an extended bond repayment plan, resulting in considerably lower service connection fees than originally proposed.
September 8, 2003
- Fulstone to speak at Dayton Republican Men's Club
Lyon County Commission Chairman David Fulstone will speak at the Dayton Republican Men's Club on September 11, 2003.
September 2003
- Commissioners approve Dayton RV Park against DRAC wishes
Lyon County Commissioners have unanimously agreed to approve the zoning for a Recreational Vehicle Park on Pike Street in Dayton.
September 5, 2003
- 15th Annual Dayton Valley Days
With the venerable turkey buzzard as the "bird of honor", this year’s 15th annual Dayton Valley Days promises to be another fun filled, family oriented event.
September 1, 2003
- NewsDesk visits with Lyon County Economic Development
Attendees at the August 6, 2003 Dayton Regional Advisory Council meeting were quite vocal in expressing unhappiness with the Lyon County Economic Development District, claiming the district is not doing enough to bring new businesses into the Dayton area.
August 29, 2003
- New selling points, new catch phrases – bring on the rooftops
I’ll bet most of you didn’t realize what a great service was done for the future of the Dayton Valley when the developer influenced land use master plan was approved – eliminating vast areas of industrial and commercial development and low density residential lots and, in their stead, creating high and medium density residential overlays.
August 2003
- New construction assessment options debated
Two potential options for raising additional funding for area road improvements were presented at the August 26, 2003 meeting of the Impact Fee/Alternatives Committee.
August 27, 2003
- Commissioners retain lobbyist Mary Walker
Despite expressed apprehensions with potential conflicts of interest, Mary Walker will again serve as a fulltime legislative lobbyist for Lyon County.
- Shields resigns from Planning Commission
Silver City resident Bob Shields resigned from the county planning commission, effective August 21, 2003.
August 23, 2003
- Interim sewer hookup fees good for another two weeks
Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday voted to contiue with Dayton Utilities interim sewer hookup fees for another two weeks.
August 22, 2003
- No response from County
Dayton Utilities ratepayers deserve an answer as to why neither Mark Clarkson or a representative from Brown & Caldwell were present at the two public hearings conducted by the county commissioners to consider the Dayton Sewer Utility Service Connection Fee Charge Study.
August 2003
- Sheriff's & Employee unions reach agreement with county
August 16, 2003
- Commissioner promises Dayton road medians will stay
Commissioner Bob Milz assured attendees at a recent meeting of the dayton Regional Advisory Council the Dayton Valley Road medians will not be torn out.
August 16, 2003
- Planning Commission supports permit revocation for proposed topless/strip club
Citing a frustration with brothel owner Dennis Hof's lack of cooperation with county officials, the Lyon County Planning Commission recommended revocation of the special use permit for a proposed topless/strip club.
August 15, 2003
- DRAC member says moratorium may be needed
Unhappy with the manner in which recent studies have been handled, DRAC member Richard Foley says it is time to consider a moratorium on further growth in the Dayton area.
August 12, 2003
- DRAC unhappy with Lyon County Economic Development efforts
There are two economic development agencies purportedly responsible for encouraging business growth in the Dayton area.
August 12, 2003
- Lively DRAC meeting
August 12, 2003
- DRAC rejects proposed RV park
Board members and residents alike say they do not like the idea of a recreational vehicle park across from the dayton Depot.
August 12, 2003
- Commissioners support multi recreational uses in Wilson Canyon
Relecting the wishes of area residents, Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday unanimously place their support behind the designation of Wilson Canyon as a multi-use recreational area.
August 8, 2003
- ASG – No predictions for resolution
There is no prediction as to when District Judge David Huff will issue an opinion on an appeal by Advanced Specialty Gases of Lyon County’s revocation of the chemical plant’s operating permit.
August 2003
- ANIMAL ACTIVIST SELLING MEMORIBILIA TO ASSIST COUNTY WITH ADVERTISING EFFORTS
Trek form Brothel to Yerington to raise awareness...
July 2003
- American Flats fire claims fire engine
Being among the first on the scene of a local wild fire proved particularly costly to the Silver City Volunteer Fire Department...
July 2003
- Brief summary of July 17, 2003 Commissioner meeting
July 2003
- Taxation for parks without voter approval bad idea
Parents, kids and county park employees insist more parks are needed in central Lyon County...
July 2003
- Will this State Supreme Court Decision finally wake up Nevada voters?
Nevada voters have been disenfranchised – again...
July 2003
- Developers demand removal of Utilities Manager
A lot of questions came to mind during the June 19, 2003 Lyon County Commission meeting as area developers turned the Public Hearing for the "Adoption of service connection fees within Dayton Sewer Utilities" into a demand for the removal of County Utilities Manager Mark Clarkson.
July 2003
- The State Supreme Court today ruled in favor of the Governor’s Petition regarding the Legislative stalemate over passage of the Education/General fund budget.
The State Supreme Court today ruled in favor of the Governor’s Petition regarding the Legislative stalemate over passage of the Education/General fund budget.
July 2003
- Brief summary of July 3, 2003 Commissioner actions
Going along with the actions of surrounding County Commissions, Lyon County Commissioners last week voted 3-2 to give themselves a pay raise. Commissioners Bob Milz and Phyllis Hunnewill voted against the move.
June 2003
- Levying of new taxes
With no current resolve on how to pay for an already approved budget, legislators continue to throw insults and accusations at each other - intended primarily, of course, as propaganda fodder for a generally ignorant public.
July 2003
- Commissioners consider tax assessment district for park maintenance
In an effort to generate funding for park maintenance, county officials will look into establishing special tax assessment districts by resolution.
- Clarkson stands by proposed hookup fees
Responding to protests from area developers, Lyon County Utilities Manager Mark Clarkson stands by the sewer service connection fee increases as proposed in a new hookup fee study.
June 2003
- Protest march on legislature planned
Unhappy with the Governor’s refusal to reopen the state budget, and with the Assembly’s attachment of K-12 funding to the general budget, 10 busloads of southern Nevada residents will travel to Carson City on June 25 to join northern Nevada dissenters in a show of opposition to general fund tax increases.
June 2003
- Developers insist Utilities management must change
Proposed new sewer hookup fees, state citations on current sewer facilities and a county moratorium on issuance of will-serve letters have local developers up in arms.
June 2003
- So – what agreement was arrived at?
Following more than two hours of sometimes heated discussion, interrupted by a lunch break, commissioners unanimously agreed to approve a new hookup fee plan – with the following conditions...
June 2003
- Legislators battle for responsible taxation – oppose taxation for bigger government
Hooray for those legislators taking a stance for responsible taxation. Hang in there!
June 2003
- Stagecoach GID looks to alleviate arsenic concerns
With an impending federal deadline nearing, the Stagecoach General Improvement District needs to alleviate an existing arsenic problem in the Churchill Ranchos subdivision water system.
June 2003
- New name, smaller buses mark third year of local bus service
The busses may be smaller, but public bus service routes between Carson City and Fallon will remain the same.
June 2003
- Lyon Alliance for Better Government
It is nice to see a proactive effort by Lyon County residents in response to dissatisfaction with the way county government is being run...
May 2003
- County Commissioners increase Planning Commission compensation
They do not get paid a whole lot for the hours spent, but Lyon County Planning Commissioners will at least be receiving a pay increase beginning July 1, 2003.
May 2003
- Dayton Chamber of Commerce seeking incorporation pro’s & con’s
The Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce is initiating an effort to look into the pro’s and con’s of pursuing either unincorporation or incorporation of the Dayton area.
May 2003
- Final Approval of revised county building use policy delayed, again
Concerns regarding fee schedules and room size definitions delayed final approval of the much-debated Lyon County Building Use Policy.
May 2003
- Commissioners to look into possible audit of Animal Control Department
Lyon County Commissioners will consider requesting the National Animal Control Advisory Board to look into Animal Control Department operational procedures.
May 2003
- Dayton area Highway safety issues addressed
Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday agreed to support extending the 45mph speed limit on Highway 50 from Dayton to east of Smith’s Market.
May 2003
- NDOT promoting local input/ Reviews Lyon County Projects
A number of changes are taking place at the Nevada Department of Transportation, including an apparent change in public relations.
May 2003
- Inaccurate story provokes commissioner reaction
Incorrect news coverage of a BLM land sale proposal led Commissioner David Fulstone to take umbrage with a Mason Valley News/Leader-Courier columnist.
May 2003
- Bedford Properties a no-show–amendment denied
On May 1, 2003, Lyon County commissioners gave a Dayton Valley Road developer the opportunity to re-present to a request to create high density zoning in what is now master planned for commercial development.
May 2003
- NDOT Enhancement Project applications being considered
Several Enhancement Grant applications have been submitted for NDOT assistance with Lyon County historic preservation projects. These projects include...
May 2003
- Master Plan merits residents’ growing skepticism
You would think the increasing rumblings from area residents regarding the 2002 West Central Lyon County Land Use Master Plan would start raising some red flags for Lyon County Planning Commissioners and County Commissioners.
May 2003
- Commissioners show support for Stagecoach post office and ZIP
Lyon County Commissioners will submit a letter indicating support of a separate Stagecoach ZIP code and post office.
May 2003
- DRAC will hold separate planning meeting each month
With lengthening agendas keeping meetings going until well past 10:00pm, The Dayton Regional Advisory Council will hold two meetings each month.
May 2003
- Commissioners embarrassed with road master plan results
Commissioner Bob Milz says the new West Central Lyon County Road Master Plan is a 'worthless document'.
May 2003
- Commissioner promises to deliver 'final' land use map
With area residents wondering just when they will see the actual 'final-final' West Central Lyon County Land Use Map, Commissioner Bob Milz on Wednesday promised to present one in the near future.
May 2003
- DRAC rejects Master Plan amendments
Prior to expending any money on filing fees, property owners wishing to amend the new Central Lyon County Land Use Master Plan might want to pay heed to the strong message being sent by the Dayton Regional Advisory Board.
May 2003
- MHAC wants commissioners to review minutes of M/P meetings
Reacting to concerns that promises to area residents regarding land use designations on the new master plan were not met, the Mound House Advisory Council last evening agreed to request the Lyon County Commissioners review copies of both written and recorded minutes of the West Central Lyon County Land Use Master Plan meetings.
May 2003
- Dee Scott urges public participation in new committee
Dayton Regional Advisory Council Chairman Dee Scott is urging county residents to attend meetings and participate in the process of finding appropriate new revenue sources for strained county coffers.
May 2003
- Chaves Ranch owners fence off Ft. Churchill Road
The owners of the Chaves Ranch last week unexpectedly fenced and gated a portion of Ft. Churchill Road and Chaves Road.
May 2003
- Utility fee increases approved
Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday officially proposed to amend County codes and increase public utilities quarterly business license fees.
May 2003
- Assemblyman Bob Beers speaks to the Nevada budget 'crisis'
CRISIS? WHAT CRISIS? According to our Governor, Nevada needs $1.3-billion dollars in new taxes. His proposal to increase Nevada's state tax revenue by 37% is far more about increasing the scope of state government than it is about fixing any deficit.
May 2003
- Audit of Dayton utilities to proceed
Lyon County Commissioners last week agreed to seek a total audit of Dayton utilities, including an internal finance audit, audit of existing obligations and a performance audit.
May 2003
- County agrees to payment of $650,000 for water system improvements
A lingering and, at times, confrontational dispute between Dayton Utilities and Chase Development has been amicably resolved.
May 2003
- Dayton Valley Road zone change request will go back to planning commission/DRAC
Disagreement over whether commercial development or multi-family dwellings would be best has delayed a decision on a proposed Dayton Valley Road project.
May 2003
- Commissioners deny Stagecoach hardship housing
Citing insufficient evidence, Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday denied a request for housing to allow assistance with a medical hardship.
May 2003
- 'Service Tax' - Hettrick says plan will not raise property taxes
With the debate on proposed "tax plans" now in full political swing, NewsDesk decided to visit with Assembly Minority Leader Lynn Hettrick regarding the Republican Assembly Caucus tax plan. The Republican Assembly Caucus plan was established in response to the plan proposed by the Governor. The Governor's plan was a result of findings produced by a Governor appointed Task Force.
April 2003
- Property tax increases:
April 2003
- Road policy changes proposed
Dayton Regional Advisory Council member Ray Fierro is concerned with the growing number of traffic related problems on county and state highways, particularly in the Dayton area.
April 2003
- Commissioners express concern with loss of water rights
A request to strike a relatively small amount in taxes and penalties from county tax rolls spurred commissioners to express concern about the potential future loss water rights in Lyon County to other governmental entities.
April 2003
- Clerk/Treasurer reports 2,576 delinquent tax notices mailed
There are 2,576 delinquent property tax payers in Lyon County on the 2002-03 tax roll...
April 2003
- Special Use Permit requirements finalized for Dayton Development
The requirements governing the development of a 554 residential lot subdivision on the 951 acres of the former Winter’s/Santa Maria Ranch have been adopted by the Lyon County Commissioners. Included in the motion for approval by Commissioner Bob Milz:
April 2003
- Resident says utility business license fees should not be increased
Silver Springs resident John Holmes says the county should not approve a proposed 1-percent increase on public utility quarterly business license fees...
April 2003
- Commissioners veto direct sale of Silver Springs BLM parcels to TRI-Center
Lyon County supports the building of State Route 805 between I-80 and Highway 50, but will not endorse a direct sale of relevant BLM lands to developers.
- Differing views regarding Highway 50 speed limit reduction
Not everyone believes lowering the speed limit on Highway 50 east of Dayton is the answer to reducing traffic problems along the busy stretch.
April 2003
- Public Sale of selected BLM lands recommended
In the process of developing their Pine Nut Mountains Land Use Plan, the Bureau of Land Management is trying to determine which lands should be retained in public ownership and which should be put up for public sale.
April 2003
- No special meeting to consider Scott proposal to hike permit fees
Lyon County Commissioners will not hold a special public meeting to discuss a proposal to increase building permit fees. The proposal will be submitted to the yet to be appointed "growth impact task force committee".
April 2003
- Nevada Policy Research Institute
I find the following press release/editorial from the Nevada Policy Research Institute and Dan Burdish a suitable subject for April 15. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the editor on the subject - it is being passed on for your information and thought only. Make up your own mind.
April 2003
- Is anyone listening?
As I have stated before, I believe the entire West Central Lyon County Master Plan process should be thoroughly investigated by an independent agency...
April 2003
- Growing Fire District struggling to meet demands of population growth
Central Lyon County Fire District Chief John Gillenwater sat in his office this morning (Friday, April 11), one call away from having to personally make an emergency response.
April 2003
- Will commissioners allow funding options to be publicly discussed?
If comments (public and in private conservations) made by our county commissioners are any indication, it may be rather difficult for a proposed alternative plan to increased property taxes to get a fair and open hearing.
April 2003
- Central Lyon County weeds targeted
Most travelers in the Dayton Valley area probably pay little attention to the varied plant life growing along the area’s highways and side roads...
April 2003
- Legislative doings!!
The issue of salary increases for County Commissioners is being addressed through a variety of measures – AB66; AJR1; and AJR9.
April 2003
- 2002-03 RTC Program Approved
Lyon County Commissioners have approved the re-chipping of 25.55 miles of county roads at a total cost of $569,854. Mileage by area:
April 2003
- Commissioners to consider land use planning issues
Santa Maria Ranch (North Tahoe Investment Group) – Developers are seeking approval of a special use permit to develop a planned unit development (PUD) of 554 single family home sites on approximately 950 acres south of Highway 50 between Dayton and Mound House. Lot sizes will range from 9,000 square feet to over 11 acres.
April 2003
- Commissioners give go ahead for Willow Creek improvements
A recent grant award will allow water line improvements connecting the Willow Creek General Improvement District to the north Yerington water tank.
- DRAC Chairman pushing plan to commissioners
A letter from Dayton Regional Advisory Council Chairman Dee Scott to the Lyon County Commissioners urges a public hearing on his plan to increase funding to county agencies.
April 2003
- Are there other options to an impending 5-cent Lyon County property tax increase?
With the Board of County Commissioners seriously considering raising our property taxes once again, Dayton residents – and all other county taxpayers – have every right to ask the questions AND expect some answers – NOW!
March 2003
- Elimination of developer agreements nixed
Commissioners last week took no action on a request to eliminate future use of developer agreements.
March 2003
- Privately dedicated roads center of controversy
In a reversal of what commissioners normally hear when residents complain about their neighborhood roads, residents of the Riverview Estates Subdivision in Smith Valley want to maintain their roads and keep them private.
March 2003
- Outside law firm to represent County regarding insurance coverage
The expenses keep mounting for Lyon County in its effort to keep a gas production plant from reopening.
March 2003
- Commissioners want final approval of Question 1 expenditures
Citing concerns with the Nature Conservancy becoming involved with the use of monies allocated through the Conservation and Resource Protection Grant Program (the recently approved Question 1), Commissioner Bob Milz wants assurance Lyon County will have the final say on how its share is expended.
March 2003
- Commissioners & developer still at odds
Developer Jim Bawden and Lyon County remain in disagreement over who should be responsible for payment of $234,900 owed to Bawden’s Chase Development.
March 2003
- Commissioners to seek independent audit of utilities
Lyon County Commissioners have unanimously agreed to seek an independent audit of Dayton Utilities...
March 2003
- DRAC Chairman says increased permit fees answer to budget woes
Dee Scott found unanimous community support for his call to ask County Commissioners to act immediately on a proposal to raise permit fees related to new construction.
March 2003
- Lyon and Story County Commissioners discuss mutual concerns
In the first of what officials hope will many such efforts, Lyon and Story County Commissioners met last week for an informal discussion of issues of mutual interest and concern.
March 2003
- State Treasurer to address first meeting of Dayton Republican Men’s Club
State Treasurer Brian Krolicki is scheduled to address the inaugural meeting of the Dayton Republican Men’s Club.
March 2003
- County and qualifying non-profit agencies eligible to apply for portions of $65.5 million in Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources funding
County and qualified non-profit organizations are being asked for input on how they would like to see the rural portion of a potential $200 million in general bond revenue for natural resources projects to be spent.
March 2003
- Additional building inspector position approved
With inspections reaching higher levels than prior to the incorporation of Fernley and the department already down one position since February, Lyon County Commissioners have approved an additional building inspector position within the county’s Community Development Department.
March 2003
- Construction of final phase of water system to begin
Lyon County Commissioners last week awarded the construction contract for Phase III of improvements to the Mound House Water System to Marv McQueary Excavating, Inc.
March 2003
- Findings and Conclusions to revoke ASG's special use permit
The following is the document approved by Lyon County Commissioners, March 10, 2003 Findings and Conclusions resulting from meeting of the Board of County Commissioners resulting in reaffirmation of an October 2001 decision to revoke ASG's special use permit.
March 2003
- Smith Valley Parceling Maps Approved
March 2003
- Smallpox Preparedness Plan
Dr. Randall Todd, Nevada Department of Human Resources, on March 6, 2003 presented Lyon County Commissioners with an overview of what are seen as needs within a State Smallpox Preparedness Plan.
March 2003
- ASG Attorney Cites Objections to Thursday's Hearing
Advanced Specialty Gases, through Attorney James Cavillia, expressed strong objection to Thursday's hearing and the consideration by the Board of commissioners of additional testimony.
March 2003
- Gas Plant Permit Revocation Upheld
The result of today’s rehearing regarding Advanced Specialty Gases special use permit was, for all intents, a mirror of the first.
March 2003
- Developer claims he is due $332,000 for construction of county water tank
Developer Jim Bawden, head of Chase Development, claims he is due $332,000 for the construction of the one million gallon Rose Peak water tank.
March 2003
- Developer wants reimbursement for plant expansion from "missing" escrow account
In addition to demanding additional reimbursement for the building of the Rolling A main sewer line (Newsdesk, March 7, 2003), developer Jim Bawden wants money he is owed from an escrow account he claims developer John Allen never created.
March 2003
- ASG Public Hearing to begin Monday
Lyon County Commissioners have scheduled the hearing to either reaffirm their previous decision of October 2001 to revoke the special use permit issued to ASG, or overturn the decision and allow ASG to operate pursuant to the special use permit previously granted, with or without modifications to the permit. If necessary, the hearing will continue into Tuesday, March 11.
March 2003
- County officials balk at developers request for additional payments
Charges and counter charges were launched at Thursday’s Lyon County Commission meeting over a request from developers to include an additional $27, 829.63 in certified costs as reimbursement for their building of the Rolling A Ranch Force Main.
March 2003
- Central Lyon County Transportation Master Plan ready for review
The recently released draft of the Central Lyon County Transportation Master Plan did not impress on at least one Mound House Advisory Council member.
March 2003
- County Code Enforcement Officer explains duties to residents
Being the first to serve in a newly created position is never an easy job.
When the primary responsibility of the new position is to investigate complaints and cite residents for violating county nuisance codes, it becomes even more challenging.
March 2003
- Yerington based advocacy group claims water losses on reservation are cause of Walker Lake decline
David Haight, President of Domestic Action on Wells Group (DAWG), says a complete total water loss analysis of the river system to Walker Lake shows major losses are occurring on the Walker River Paiute Indian Reservation between Wabuska and the lake.
March 2003
- Gibbons joins in effort to increase PILT funding
Aiming to ensure full payment of Payment In Lieu of Taxes monies to rural counties, U.S. Congressman Jim Gibbons, Vice Chairman of the House Resources Committee has joined with several of his house colleagues in introducing...
March 2003
- WNDD REQUEST WOULD EASE CREATION OF NEW REGIONAL DISTRICTS
Wishing to enable the establishment of regional development districts that would work with and on behalf of local governments to develop plans or implement programs of mutual concern within each region of the state, the Western Nevada Regional Development District is asking the 2003 Legislature to pass The Nevada Regional Development Act.
February 2003
- Unfunded Mandates….is there a double standard?
How often have we heard our elected city and county officials rant and rave against 'unfunded mandates'? And they should.
February 2003
- GROUP TO HOST DISCUSSION OF GOVERNOR’S TAX PLAN
February 2003
- REGIONAL WATER BOARD TO CONSIDER WATER AGREEMENT
Recent approval of an agreement between Carson City and the Carson Water Subconservancy District to upsize a delivery pipeline is the first step in what officials hope will enable future intercounty water delivery.
February 2003
- PUBLIC SAFETY IMPACT STUDY
Central Lyon County Fire District Board Member Steve McLaughlin is concerned with the impacts on existing infrastructure and resources the burgeoning residential development along the Highway 50 corridor is creating.
February 2003
- ASG President reacts to County’s handling of permit revocation
Advanced Specialty Gases President Michael Koonce claims Lyon County is prolonging the settlement of issues relating to their October 2001 revocation of ASG’s operating permit.
February 2003
- Dayton residents want traffic controls in vicinity of Smith’s Market. Highway 50 traffic concerns will be addressed.
- Central Lyon Youth Coalition seeking adult mentors.
February 2003
- The Lahontan Medical Center could see a major management change
2/2003
- Commissioners schedule rehearing of ASG permit revocation
Lyon County Commissioners have scheduled a second public hearing for March 10 and 11, 2003 to reconsider revocation of the operating permit for Advanced Specialty Gases.
February 2003
- New Dayton Rodeo Advisory Board Established
February 2003
- Affordable Housing Complex Approved 2/6
County officials unanimously approved a tentative subdivision map for Citizens for Affordable Housing.
February 2003
- Santa Maria Ranch Tentative Subdivision Map approved 2/6
With approval of the project's tentative subdivision map behind them, developers of the Santa Maria Ranch can now proceed with the next phase of the planned unit development.
February 2003
- Commissioners deny three commercial zone change requests 2/6
Requests to change three lots bordering Highway 50 east in the vicinity of Riverboat Road from C-1 limited commercial to C-2 general commercial have been turned down by county commissioners.
February 2003
- What a difference it makes when...
What a difference it makes when a community's resident commissioner supports the wishes of his/her constituents on development issues. What a difference it makes when a developer comes forward with a cooperative attitude in response to a community's wishes.
February 2003
- Commissioners approve library agreement with school district
County commissioners on Thursday unanimously approved an agreement between the Lyon County School District and Lyon County for a joint use library in Smith Valley.
February 2003
- Smith Valley Parceling Map denied
Smith Valley Parceling Map denied
Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday postponed making a decision on a division into large parcel map involving approximately 355 acres in Smith Valley.
February 2003
- Community Development Block Grant applications selected
Lyon County Commissioners on Thursday selected two applications to move forward in the process of seeking federal funding for their proposed projects.
February 2003
- Walker River watchdog group fears negotiated settlement.
The leader of a Mason Valley water protection group says the closed-door negotiations currently occurring between federal, state and local agencies in hopes of resolving disputes between upstream water users...
January 2003
- Review of Nevada Association of Counties Legislative Agenda
January 2003
- Development Without Excessive Greed
January 2003
- Master Plan Amendments Approved
1/2003
- Title 10 & 11 revisions (FINALLY) ready for review
January 2003
- Cargo Container regulations vetoed
At least for now, there will be no new guidelines governing the use of cargo containers in Lyon County.
January 2003
- County Animal Shelter Status Report and Concerns
1/2003
- Dayton residents want open space in new subdivisions
1/2003
- Gas plant lawsuit derails approval of master plan amendments
December 2002
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