COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Chair, Marsha Berkbigler, District 1

Vice-Chair, Kitty Jung, District 3

Bob Lucey, District 2

Vaughn Hartung, District 4

Jeanne Herman, District 5

 

COUNTY MANAGER

John Slaughter

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY

Paul Lipparelli

 

County Clerk

Nancy Parent

NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA

 

WASHOE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

COMMISSION CHAMBERS - 1001 E. 9th Street, Reno, Nevada

 

May 12, 2015

                                                                                10:00 a.m.

 

NOTE:  Items on the agenda may be taken out of order; combined with other items; removed from the agenda; moved to the agenda of another meeting; moved to or from the Consent section; or may be voted on in a block.  Items with a specific time designation will not be heard prior to the stated time, but may be heard later.  Items listed in the Consent section of the agenda are voted on as a block and will not be read or considered separately unless removed from the Consent section.  The Board of County Commissioners may take short breaks approximately every 90 minutes.

 

Accessibility.  The Washoe County Commission Chambers are accessible to the disabled.  If you require special arrangements for the meeting, call the Office of the County Manager, (775) 328-2000, 24-hours prior to the meeting. 

 

Public Transportation.  Public transportation is available to this meeting site:  RTC Routes 2, 2S, 5 and 15 serve this location.  For eligible RTC ACCESS reservations call (775) 348-5438.

 

Time Limits.  Public comments are welcomed during the Public Comment periods for all matters, whether listed on the agenda or not, and are limited to three minutes per person.  Additionally, public comment of three minutes per person will be heard during individually numbered items on the agenda.  Persons are invited to submit comments in writing on the agenda items and/or attend and make comment on that item at the Commission meeting.  Persons may not allocate unused time to other speakers.

 

Forum Restrictions and Orderly Conduct of Business.  The Board of County Commissioners conducts the business of Washoe County and its citizens during its meetings.  The presiding officer may order the removal of any person whose statement or other conduct disrupts the orderly, efficient or safe conduct of the meeting.  Warnings against disruptive comments or behavior may or may not be given prior to removal.  The viewpoint of a speaker will not be restricted, but reasonable restrictions may be imposed upon the time, place and manner of speech.  Irrelevant and unduly repetitious statements and personal attacks which antagonize or incite others are examples of speech that may be reasonably limited.

 

Responses to Public Comments.  The County Commission can deliberate or take action only if a matter has been listed on an agenda properly posted prior to the meeting.  During the public comment period, speakers may address matters listed or not listed on the published agenda.  The Open Meeting Law does not expressly prohibit responses to public comments by the Commission.  However, responses from Commissioners to unlisted public comment topics could become deliberation on a matter without notice to the public.  On the advice of legal counsel and to ensure the public has notice of all matters the Commission will consider, Commissioners may choose not to respond to public comments, except to correct factual inaccuracies, ask for County staff action or to ask that a matter be listed on a future agenda.  The Commission may do this either during the public comment item or during the following item:  “*Commissioners’/Manager’s Announcements, Requests for Information, Topics for Future Agendas and Statements Relating to Items Not on the Agenda”.

 

Pursuant to NRS 241.020, the Agenda for the Commission Meeting has been posted at the following locations:  Washoe County Administration Building (1001 E. 9th Street, Bldg. A), Washoe County Courthouse-Second Judicial District Court (75 Court Street), Washoe County Central Library (301 South Center Street); Sparks Justice Court (1675 East Prater Way); www.washoecounty.us/bcc/board_committees/ and https://notice.nv.gov.

 

Support documentation for the items on the agenda, provided to the Washoe County Board of Commissioners is available to members of the public at the County Manager’s Office (1001 E. 9th Street, Bldg. A, 2nd Floor, Reno, Nevada) Julie Skow, Assistant to the County Manager, (775) 328-2000 and on Washoe County’s website www.washoecounty.us/bcc/board_committees/

 

All items numbered or lettered below are hereby designated for possible action as if the words “for possible action” were written next to each item (NRS 241.020).  An item listed with asterisk (*) next to it is an item for which no action will be taken.

 

 

10:00 a.m.  *1.         Salute to the flag.

 

*2.        Roll call.

 

*3.        Public Comment.  Comment heard under this item will be limited to three minutes per person and may pertain to matters both on and off the Commission agenda.  The Commission will also hear public comment during individual action items, with comment limited to three minutes per person.  Comments are to be made to the Commission as a whole.

 

*4.        Commissioners’/Manager’s announcements, reports/updates from County Commission members concerning various boards/commissions they may be a member of or liaison to.  Requests for information, topics for future agendas and any ideas and suggestions for greater efficiency, cost effectiveness and innovation in County government.  (No discussion among Commissioners will take place on this item.)

 

Consent Items.

 

5. A.       Approve minutes for the regular Board of County Commission meeting of March 24, 2015.

 

5. B.       Approve a Library Services and Technology Act grant through the Nevada State Library and Archives in the amount of [$43,600, with a $4,360 local match required (in-kind)], for a retroactive term from March 1, 2015-June 30, 2016, for creating Idea and Experience spaces in the library, direct the Comptroller’s Office to make the necessary budget adjustments; and authorize the Director to sign the grant award documents. Library (All Commission Districts)

 

5. C.       Approve the Annual Operating Plan for Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement between U.S. Forest Service – Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District which includes the Sheriff’s RAVEN helicopter program for the anticipated deployment term of May 16, 2015 to October 14, 2015. Sheriff (All Commission Districts)

 

5. D.       Award Bid #2928-15 for the Temporary Protection Order Program to the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder, the Committee to Aid Abused Women (CAAW), and authorize the Purchasing and Contracts Manager to execute and agreement with CAAW for a term of one (1) year commencing July 1, 2015 in the [annual amount of $74,000] with the provision for two (2) successive annual renewal options. Social Services (All Commission Districts)

 

5. E.        Adopt revised Washoe County Investment Policies, as recommended by the Washoe County Investment Committee [no fiscal impact]. Treasurer (All Commission Districts)

 

Community Services.

 

5. F. 1.   Award a bid and approve the Agreement to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the May Arboretum Greenhouse Project recommended [ClearSpan Fabric Structures International, Inc., $126,422.72]; and if awarded, direct the Comptroller’s Office to make the appropriate budget adjustments. Community Services (Commission District 3)

 

5. F. 2.   Approve the First Amendment to Agreement for Reclaimed Water Service by Washoe County to Wolf Run Golf Course between Washoe County and Duncan Burgess, LLC, retroactive to March 2, 2015, for payments of $58,997.13 owed to the County through monthly installments through January 1, 2020 rather than a lump sum payment due April 1, 2015. Community Services (Commission District 2)

 

Manager.

 

5. G. 1.  Accept a 2015 Nevada State Emergency Response Commission, Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Training grant [$2,966, no County match required], retroactive for the period of March 26, 2015 through September 30, 2015 and if accepted, authorize Chairman to execute a Resolution to subgrant funds to other governments which make up the Local Emergency Planning Committee as follows: [$2,966] to the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority, and authorize the County Manager, or his designee, to sign a subgrant contract with the Local Emergency Planning Committee member; and direct the Comptroller’s Office to make the appropriate budget adjustments. Manager (All Commission Districts)

 

5. G. 2.  Accept the resignation of Paul McArthur and appoint Joey Orduna Hastings to the Trustee position of “employee of the Employer who manages the fiscal affairs of the Employer” on the Washoe County, Nevada Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund Board of Trustees. Board of Trustees, Washoe County, Nevada OPEB Trust. Manager (All Commission Districts)

 

5. G. 3.  Confirm the appointment of Mary Solorzano as Interim Comptroller effective May 4, 2015 until the Comptroller recruitment process has concluded and the position is filled. Manager (All Commission Districts)

 

5. G. 4.  Approve Annual Operating Plan for Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement between Bureau of Land Management, Carson City District Office, Winnemucca District Office and Washoe County. Manager (All Commission Districts) 

 

5. G. 5.  Approve recommendations for Commission District Special Fund grants for Fiscal Year 2014-2015 for Commission District 1, District 2, and District 3 in a [total amount of $39,366; $13,122 per District]; District 1 Commissioner Marsha Berkbigler recommends[$6,561] to Tahoe Prosperity Center to support regional economic initiatives and [$6,561] to Tahoe Transportation District in support of the Stateline to Stateline Tahoe Bike Path in Crystal Bay, Nevada; District 2 Commissioner Bob Lucey recommends [$13,122] to Renown Health Foundation on behalf of the Truckee Meadows Foundation Healthy Communities, “89502 Project”; and District 3 Commissioner Kitty Jung recommends [$6,561] to Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation to support employee health competition and parks summer series, and [$6,561] to Friends of Library to support libraries in Commission District 3; approve Resolutions necessary for same, and direct the Comptroller’s Office to make the necessary budget adjustments. Manager (Commission Districts 1, 2 and 3)

 

End of Consent Items

 

*6.        Appearance:  John Erwin, Truckee Meadows Water Authority, Director of Natural Resources-Planning and Management

Dave Solaro, Washoe County, Director of Community Services Department

 

Presentation regarding drought and water supply for 2015; and update from Washoe County Community Services staff regarding operational strategy for Washoe County properties. (All Commission Districts)  Requested by Commissioner Lucey.

 

*7.        Appearance:  Bret Tyler; Kevin Roukey; Spencer Scott;

Washoe Storey Conservation District (WSCD)

Presentation and discussion of the functions of the WSCD, funding restoration, past, present and future; and Nevada Conservation issues.

 

*8.        Appearance:  Chad Brown, CEO, OMNIFIC-BREAST, LLC

 

Presentation regarding Breast Enhanced Scintigraphy Test (BEST).  (All Commission Districts.)  Requested by Commissioner Hartung.

 

*9.        Appearance:  Joe Dahl

 

Presentation on the American Lands Council and status of land transfer.  Requested by Commissioner Herman.

 

10.        Discussion and possible action to establish a process to appoint a Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority Board of Trustee, including screening applicants, setting a date for interviews, and timeframe for appointment. Manager (All Commission Districts)

 

11.        Discussion and possible action to establish a process to fill the vacant Social Services Director position, including screening top three (3) applicants, setting a date for interviews, and timeframe for appointment. Human Resources (All Commission Districts)

 

12.        Discussion and possible action to designate three (3) independent contractors part of critical labor shortage retroactive to FY13 to present and make necessary findings pursuant to NRS 286.523. Human Resources (All Commission Districts)

 

13.        Recommendation to approve Interlocal Contract between Public Agencies: the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Forensic Science Division and the State of Nevada, Department of Public Safety, Office of the Director for Forensic Services - Breath Alcohol Program for the term of July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2017 with an income of [$322,436 and $338,558 for FY 2016 and FY 2017], respectively. Sheriff (All Commission Districts)

 

14.        Recommendation to approve a two year Interlocal Contract between Washoe County and the State of Nevada acting by and through the Nevada Division of Forestry Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2017 in the amount of [$50,000 per fiscal year, not to exceed $100,000] for the purpose of resources, equipment and financial assistance in the mitigation of emergency fire incidents. Manager (Commission District 5) 

 

15.        Recommendation to approve Constituent Services programs in Fiscal Year 2015-16 to include maintaining a Citizen Advisory Board (CAB) program consisting of seven (7) active boards and total of forty two (42) meetings with program changes to enhance efficiency and communication, and proposing an additional four (4) community forums per Commission District annually, with the exception of District 3 which would be proposed at eight (8)  for an additional twenty (24) meetings, and other program efficiencies to improve Citizen Relationship Management in Washoe County. [Net Zero Impact]. Manager (All Commission Districts)

 

16.        Recommendation to review recommendation of Insurance Negotiating Committee (INC) to approve FY 2015/16 Health Benefits Program for employees, dependents and retirees at an approximate annual cost of $52.9 million with direction in which to fund the $3.6 million additional cost to the County; change the Program from a fiscal to a calendar year basis effective January 1, 2016; authorize the Director of Human Resources/Labor Relations to execute all insurance contracts and service agreements pertinent to the Health Benefits Program; and direct staff to return to the Board of County Commission at a future date in calendar year 2015 with long-term sustainable options for health care benefits. Human Resources (All Commission Districts)

 

17.        Recommendation to allow public comment related to and consider any objections to the proposed intent to sublease a portion of the Sierra View Library space, located at 4001 South Virginia Street, to amend the monthly rent to zero dollars per square foot as authorized within NRS 244.2835; and if supported, approve the First Amendment to Sublease Agreement between Washoe County, Roter Investments L.P., and The Friends of Sierra View Library through June 30, 2016. Community Services (Commission District 2)

 

The following item only (Agenda Items #18) is introduction and first reading of an Ordinance.  And, if supported, the public hearing for second reading and possible adoption of the Ordinance will be scheduled at a later meeting.

 

18.        Introduction and first reading of an Ordinance amending Washoe County Code Chapter 55 by clarifying the meaning of a dangerous dog; by specifying that an administrative hearing officer may determine whether a dog is dangerous; by forbidding a finding that a dog is dangerous based solely on its breed; by prohibiting the introduction, relocation or removal of a dog declared to be dangerous without notification to regional animal services; by clarifying that an appeal from a dangerous dog determination is made via petition for judicial review; by providing that the owner of a dangerous dog must maintain an increased surety bond or liability insurance; by providing for mandatory microchipping and spay or neuter of a dangerous dog; by making changes to the dangerous dog registration requirements; by clarifying provisions related to the impoundment of a dangerous dog, and all other matters properly relating thereto; and, if supported, set the public hearing for second reading and possible adoption of the ordinance on June 9, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.  Animal Services (All Commission Districts)

 

19.        Discussion and possible direction to staff to implement with or without modifications one of the following options related to requests for refunds of infrastructure fees held by Washoe County for the Warm Springs Specific Plan Area: 1) Continue implementation of the Financing Plan as approved as a component of the Specific Plan in 1995; 2) Initiate an amendment to the Warm Springs Specific Plan Area by removing the Financing Plan and/or amend the existing development agreements to include the refund of collected development fees; 3) Notice and set a public hearing to receive evidence and stakeholder input concerning the refund requests; or 4) Create a process that combines aspects of 1 and 2 above that amends the Warm Springs Specific Plan Area by removing the financing plan except for its provisions dealing with roadway and storm water management, amends the existing development agreements, and grants partial refunds. Community Services (Commission District 5)

 

20.        Discussion and possible direction to the County Manager to utilize two or more hours of staff time to research opportunities for senior and students shared living arrangements. Requested by Commissioner Jung.

 

21.        Discussion and possible direction to the County Manager to utilize two or more hours of staff time to research code and policy limitations to creating free community book exchanges (i.e. little libraries). Requested by Commissioner Jung.

 

22.        Discussion and possible direction to the County Manager to utilize two or more hours of staff time to review rules and regulations in support of a bee friendly county. Requested by Commissioner Jung.

 

23.        Discussion and direction to staff regarding legislation or legislative issues proposed by legislators, by Washoe County or by other entities permitted by the Nevada State Legislature to submit bill draft requests, or such legislative issues as may be deemed by the Chair or the Board to be of critical significance to Washoe County. Manager (All Commission Districts)

 

3:00 p.m.           Public Hearings.  (Note:  Items listed under this heading only will be heard at or after the noted time.  In no case will they be heard before the stated time.  Due to public testimony and discussion, time expended on the items in this category can vary.)

 

24.        Public hearing to consider all comments concerning a proposed amendment to the boundaries of the Groundwater Remediation District (Central Truckee Meadows Remediation District).

AND

Introduction and  first reading of an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1000 in order to change the boundaries of District No. 24 (Groundwater Remediation); and providing other matters relating thereto.  (Public Hearing for the second reading and adoption to be set for 6:00 p.m. on June 9, 2015.).

AND

Introduction and first reading of an Ordinance imposing a fee on the parcels of land in Washoe County, Nevada District No. 24 (Groundwater Remediation) to pay the costs of developing and carrying out a plan for remediation; and prescribing other matters relating thereto.  (Public Hearing for the second reading and adoption to be set for 6:00 p.m. on June 9, 2015.) Community Services (All Commission Districts)

 

25.        Second reading and adoption of an Ordinance amending Washoe County Code  Chapter 55 by adding provisions creating the Department of Regional Animal Services, creating the position of Director of Regional Animal Services, and specifying the powers and duties of the Director of Regional Animal Services; by revising provisions relating to the animal services center; by making changes to the definition of “animal control officer”; and by clarifying the powers and duties of an animal control officer. (Bill No. 1738)  Animal Services (All Commission Districts)

 

End Of Scheduled Public Hearings

 

26.            Possible Closed Session for the purpose of discussing labor negotiations with Washoe County, Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District and/or Sierra Fire Protection District per NRS 288.220.

 

27.            Emergency Items.

 

*28.           Public Comment.  Comment heard under this item will be limited to three minutes per person and may pertain to matters both on and off the Commission agenda.  The Commission will also hear public comment during individual action items, with comment limited to three minutes per person.  Comments are to be made to the Commission as a whole.

 

29.            Adjournment.

 

 

Various boards/commissions the Washoe County Commissioners may be a member of or liaison to:

Chair Berkbigler

Criminal Justice Advisory Committee

Internal Audit Committee

Investment Committee

Legislative Liaison

Nevada Association of Counties

Nevada Tahoe Conservation District Board of Supervisors

Nevada Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Board

Organizational Effectiveness Committee

Smarter Region Economic Development Vision Subcommittee (alternate)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Board

Tahoe Transportation District Board of Directors

Tahoe Transportation Commission

Truckee Meadows Water Authority Board (alternate)

Truckee River Flood Management Authority (alternate)

Washoe County Stadium Authority

 

Vice-Chair Jung

Community Assistance Center Transitional Governing Board

District Board of Health

EDAWN   (Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada)

Library Board of Trustees

Medical Marijuana Working Group

Nevada Association of Counties (alternate)

NevadaWorks (alternate)

Regional Jobs Network

Truckee Meadows Water Authority Board (alternate)

Truckee River Flood Management Authority (alternate)

Washoe County Stadium Authority

Western Nevada Development District (WNDD)

Action Communities for Health, Innovation & EnVironmental changE (no longer active)

 

Commissioner Hartung

Investment Committee (alternate)

Nevada Association of Counties (alternate)

Nevada Commission for the Reconstruction of the V&T Railway

Nevada Land Transfer Task Force

Regional Planning Governing Board

Regional Transportation Commission

Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority

Senior Services Advisory Board Liason (alternate)

Truckee Meadows Water Authority Board

Truckee River Flood Management Authority

Western Regional Water Commission

 

Commissioner Herman

Criminal Justice Advisory Committee (alternate)

Nevada Association of Counties

NevadaWorks

Open Space and Regional Parks Commission

Regional Planning Governing Board

Senior Services Advisory Board Liaison

State Land Use Planning Advisory Council (SLUPAC)

Truckee Meadows Water Authority Board

Truckee River Flood Management Authority (alternate)

Verdi Water Service Oversight Advisory Board (pursuant to Interlocal Agreement for provision of water service in Verdi, Nevada)

Washoe County School District Oversight Panel

Western Regional Water Commission

 

Commissioner Lucey

Debt Management Commission

EDAWN (Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada) (alternate)

Nevada Association of Counties (alternate)

Nevada Commission for the Reconstruction of the V&T Railway (alternate)

Regional Planning Governing Board

Regional Transportation Commission

Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority

Smarter Region Economic Development Vision Subcommittee

Nevada Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Board (alternate)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Board (alternate)

Tahoe Transportation District Board of Directors (alternate)

Tahoe Transportation Commission

Truckee Meadows Water Authority Board (alternate)

Truckee River Flood Management Authority

Washoe County School District Oversight Panel