- 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
- 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
- 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
- Filings for office - Carson City
Updated as of 5:00PM Thursday, May 8, 2008 - no new filings....
May 6, 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
- Filing for office - Lyon County
Filings as of 5:00PM Thursday, April 8, 2008...7 new filings (CLCFPD; Fernley Swim
GID; North Lyon Fire; School Board; Stagecoach GID)
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
- 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
- Commissioner decisions - May 1, 2008
Remaining decisions from the May 1, 2008 Lyon County Commission meeting....
May 6, 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Updates
Brief updates on Silver Springs odor; Access to Mark Twain park and SPPC expansion;Jail; election filings...
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
- 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
- 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
- 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.....
- 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
- 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’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 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
- 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
- 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
- "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
- 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 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
- Special Commissioner meeting - budget discussions - Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Budget workshops......
March 13, 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 agenda - Thursday, March 6, 2008
Administrative Complex, 27 S. Main Street, Yerington, beginning at 9:00AM......
February 29, 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....
- Commissioner decisions
Remaining decisions from the February 21, 2008 County Commission meeting in Silver Springs.
February 26, 2008
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Planning Commission agenda - Tuesday, February 12
Diamond Hot Springs PUD with water ski lakes; Master Plan workshop.......
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
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, December 21, 2007
Commissioner decisions: Updated - Jail site and plans; Removal of Minister Road from Maintained list...
December 21, 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
- 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
- Maintained Road Miles - 1998 to 2007
Updated: Official miles maintained by the Lyon County Road Department - 1998 to 2007.
December 19, 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Copy of mysterious letter
October 21, 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Manager candidate interviews concluded
Commissioners have completed scheduled interviews of potential County Manager candidates. There are presently no further candidates.......
June 9, 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
- 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
- Commissioner Agenda - Thursday, June 7, 2007
County Manager candidate interviews; Revised County Building Use Policy; Revised contract with Interim County Manager.....
June 4, 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, February 15, 2007
Silver City Community Center; Interim County Manager; Dayton Depot...........
February 22, 2007
- Emails: Communication - Lyon County style
An Email discussion on whether to cancel a Judicial Advisory Committee meeting.........
February 19, 2007
- The firing of Kristaponis - Some allegations to consider
Cancellation of facilitation contract; Taxation issue; Communication..........
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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Commissioner decisions - Part 2
CDBG selections; RTC appointments.......
January 4, 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 - Tuesday, January 2, 2007 Part 1
New Chair and Vice Chair; Facilitation contract cancelled.........
January 3, 2007
- Commissioner decisions - Thursday, December 21, 2006
CDBG applications; Advisory Board appointments; Utility ordinance changes......
December 27, 2006
- Proposed Lyon County Citizens Advisory Board Bylaws
Draft of the proposed bylaws for local community advisory boards.......
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 April 27, 2008...The following are postings from readers relating to recent articles/commentaries regarding commissioner actions. No last names are used, as some were posted with no name.....
September 5, 2006
- 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
- Remaining commissioner decisions - August 3, 2006
Sheriff's space and planning decisions.....
August 16, 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
- CLC Park & Rec meeting tonight
6:30PM; Dayton Valley Golf Course club house...
August 16, 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
- Commissioner decisions - August 3, 2006
DRAC disbanded; Residents urge Silver City School house action........
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
- 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' 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
- 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 decisions - July 20, 2006
Justice of the Peace salaries; Utility project agreements; Water Grant applications......
July 30, 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
- 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
- DRAC agenda - Wednesday, August 2
Wednesday, August 2, 2006; Lakes Boulevard, Dayton; 7:00PM - Aspen Creek 2,096-acre subdivision........
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
- 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
- TASC to be on ballot
The following is a Press Release from Senator Bob Beer's campaign office.......
July 21, 2006
- Elected officials salaries
The following are the salaries of Lyon County elected officials as approved in the 2006-07 budget.....
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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Commissioner decisions Part 4
The final report on the June 15, 2006 Commission meeting.........
July 3, 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 Agenda - July 6, 2006
Tax incentives to two businesses; Interlocal water distribution agreement with Carson City; Smith Valley mosquito abatement.....
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
- DRAC agenda - July 5, 2006
NDOT Shareholder Working Group report; Status report - Dayton P.O.; DRAC - PUD recommendations....
July 1, 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Commissioner decisions - May 18, 2006
Utility rate hikes; New water company for utility; New website upgrade..........
May 19, 2006
- Hettrick to head Beers campaign
Press release issued May 18, 2006 from campaign office of Bob Beers, candidate for Governor....
May 18, 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
- 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
- Commission Planning decisions - May 4, 2006
The Villages of Silver Springs.........and a bunch of routine decisions!
May 12, 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
- Commissioners & RTC to meet
Monday, May 15, 2006, Yerington..........
May 10, 2006
- 2006 Candidate Filings
Full listing of filed candidates relating to Lyon County inerests.......
May 18, 2006
- Commissioner decisions - May 4, 2006
Off-road vehicle ordinance; Yerington Senior Center discussion; Ordinance changing master plan amendment process.......
May 8, 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
- 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
- Another County Planner resigns
Joan Johnson, a Lyon County Planner, announced today she is leaving her position....
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.....
- Commissioner decisions - April 20, 2006
Hof appointed to Room Tax Board; Board supports sales tax increase ballot question; Boys & Girls Club fee waive
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