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Reviewing the transcript of the meeting while preparing Chapter 2 of my report I have some initial observations of the June 15 hearing. The developer evidently heard the rebuttal from the previous meeting that community speakers are not ignorants spouting opinions and feelings but giving real evidence. So this time,
The BLM and the State of Nevada have released an interactive map of public lands they feel are disposable. Apparently the land would be transferred to state, county or local agencies to then be sold to private developers. The map is here. On the map below, the dark blotches are
The following is an AI prepared summary of the deliberations of the TMRPA Board members at the end of the June 15, 2026 meeting. This was after public comments, staff report, developer presentation and community attorney presentation. Chapter Two of our review of the proceedings is the deliberations. The video
by Rick Cooper
The following is an AI prepared summary of the deliberations of the TMRPA Board members at the end of the June 15, 2026 meeting. This was after public comments, staff report, developer presentation and community attorney presentation. Chapter Two of our review of the proceedings is the deliberations. The video
by Rick CooperReviewing the transcript of the meeting while preparing Chapter 2 of my report I have some initial observations of the June 15 hearing. The developer evidently heard the rebuttal from the previous meeting that community speakers are not ignorants spouting opinions and feelings but giving real evidence. So this time,
by Rick Cooper
The BLM and the State of Nevada have released an interactive map of public lands they feel are disposable. Apparently the land would be transferred to state, county or local agencies to then be sold to private developers. The map is here. On the map below, the dark blotches are
by Rick Cooper
An official fund has been established to help fund the continuing fight for our rural values and way of life in the South County. Here's how you can help. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PERTAINING TO THE SIERRA REFLECTIONS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT Pleasant Steamboat Valleys Landowners Association PO Box 19201 Reno,
by Rick Cooper
Review and analysis of the Regional Planning Board approval of the Sierra Reflections development from June 15, 2026. Method There's a lot to discuss about the disappointing actions and vote from our Regional Planning Commission's review and approval of the urban development in rural South Washoe
by Rick Cooper
The Regional Planning Commission will continue to hear public comment on the subdivision next Tuesday at 6pm. Send in your comments, attend and show your concern and participation in the process, or register to speak. Come and learn about our great South Valleys area from expert speakers that have researched
by Rick Cooper
Planning Comm Meeting set for July 7, 2026 The property owner for this 40 acre parcel has applied for a "Master Plan and Regulatory Zoning Map Amendment for 40 acres in the Hwy 431 and Fawn Lane area. The existing zoning of 92% Rural Residential/8% Open Space will
by Rick Cooper
Meeting to be continued in two weeks Like Yankee Hall of Famer Yogi Berra said, "It was like deja vu all over again." The 6pm meeting opened to an almost full house as there were some empty seats this time. The meeting opened with a small class for
by Rick Cooper