transit
Federal grant to aid in Reno's real-time transit infrastructure monitoring
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/30/2020 - 9:01amThe Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County will receive $131,661 to partner with the University of Nevada to demonstrate real-time transit infrastructure monitoring in the City of Reno through FTA’s Real-Time Asset Management program.
Work continues on South Carson roundabout; JAC bus detours and roadway striping this week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/06/2020 - 11:05amHere is the South Carson Street Project and Carson City area road report for the week of Sept. 7-13, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, visit CarsonProud.com.
Heavy visitation during pandemic creates new worries for the Lake Tahoe basin
Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 4:48pmOften called the “jewel of the Sierra,” Lake Tahoe offered warm solace for Nevadans this summer amid the crushing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has pushed people outside in greater numbers as the virus spreads more easily in indoor spaces.
South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for week of August 31 to Sept. 6
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/30/2020 - 1:46pmHere is the South Carson Street Project and Carson City area road report for the week of August 31 through Sept. 6, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, go to CarsonProud.com.
Carson City overnight road striping begins this week, South Carson Street Project continues
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 3:09pmHere is the South Carson Street Project and Carson City area road report for the week of August 24-30, 2020. Information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project can be found at CarsonProud.com.
NDOT takes public comment on future Nevada transportation projects
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 11:22amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting the public to comment through Aug. 1 on planned transportation projects and improvements outlined in the Work Program document, including updates to the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss spending for birth control, vaccines, next year’s holiday events and more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/12/2020 - 11:37amThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting is scheduled to take place June 18 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room at the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 E. William St.
Carson City Supervisors to act on hemp moratorium, discuss budgets, grants and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 05/06/2020 - 10:30amThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will take place Thursday May 7 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William Street.
Carson City transportation awarded $3.7M as part of Nevada's COVID-19 federal response
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/30/2020 - 12:29pmThe U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration announced Thursday a $3.7 million grant award to the Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Organization in Carson City as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, signed by President Donald Trump on March 27.
Public invited to provide feedback on Nevada's statewide transportation project process
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 8:28amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting the public to comment on proposed changes to the process of planning transportation projects and improvements outlined in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.
Tahoe South event center approved by Douglas commission
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/20/2020 - 6:09amThe Douglas County Board of Commissioners on April 16 approved 3 to 2 a bond issuance for the Tahoe South Event Center, the final step in the project’s approval process.
NDOT to distribute nearly $22 million in CARES Act money to support rural transit services
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 8:32amCARSON CITY — Nevada has received nearly $22 million in rural transit relief funding following Congress’ passage of the CARES Act. This is in addition to transit funding dedicated to the state’s metropolitan transit services.
The Federal Transit Administration recently announced appropriations of $25 billion in national transit relief funding.
Nevada set to receive $1.25 billion from coronavirus relief fund
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 4:25pmThe State of Nevada is set to receive a total of $1.25 billion in support from the Coronavirus Relief Fund set up through the U.S. Department of Treasury. Congressman Mark Amodei, NV-02, made the announcement via a news release Monday.
Douglas County asks residents to make comments by phone, writing due to COVID-19 concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 10:04amMINDEN — Douglas County continues to provide access to Board of County Commissioner and Planning Commission meetings online, streaming through YouTube and is reminding the public about two upcoming meetings. The process for public comment is available in two formats; written comment or by phone.
Sisolak-ordered 'non-essential' business shutdown draws questions, confusion from local governments, industry
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 1:26pmGov. Steve Sisolak’s request Tuesday night for all non-essential businesses in the state, including casinos, to close their doors for 30 days in order to avoid further spread of the novel coronavirus has been met with some confusion over what is and isn’t an “essential” business.
Carson City’s Jump Around JAC transit increases safety measures, continues to operate
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 11:27amCarson City’s Jump Around Carson (JAC) transit continues to operate our transit services for people who rely on public transit to access employment and essential resources.
Nevada governor orders statewide closure of non-essential businesses, including casinos, following in footsteps of other states
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 3:51pmUPDATE: The press conference is available by going here.
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Gov. Steve Sisolak on Tuesday ordered a sweeping shutdown of nonessential businesses, including casinos and retail stores, for 30 days, a move that would have been unthinkable weeks ago before the novel coronavirus wreaked its havoc around the world.
NDOT seeks public input on update to rural transit services management plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 9:18amCARSON CITY — With well over half of a million rides provided each year by Nevada’s rural transit operators, the Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting public input on an update to its State Management Plan which defines how federal transit funding is administered. This funding represents the majority of the budget transit operators use to provide much-needed transit services to rural areas of the state.
Volkswagen settlement projects reduce diesel pollution in Nevada, $3 million to be awarded
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 2:40pmCleaner transportation means cleaner air for all Nevadans. Over the past year, Nevada’s share of Volkswagen Settlement funds have been invested in projects that are helping the Silver State drive towards a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future.
Mercury transit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 8:49pmCarson City's Jack C. Davis Observatory offers safe view of Monday's early Mercury transit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/10/2019 - 11:03amJack C. Davis Observatory in Carson City will be hosting a rare early morning daytime viewing event on Monday, Nov. 11 when Mercury will transit in front of the Sun.
Bear captured in Carson City with intent to be released into wild dies of brain tumor
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 10:41amIn what many had hoped would be a return to the wild for a large black bear tranquilized Tuesday morning on the west side of Carson City, ended in tragedy as the 19-year-old animal died in transit, where it was later discovered he had a brain tumor.
The Road Ahead at Tahoe: Redevelopment, Collaboration, Community and Climate
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/22/2019 - 9:10amI recently had the pleasure of speaking to several hundred Tahoe City residents on a warm summer evening in August. I was there for a celebration that has been a long time coming.
Residents gathered in the parking lot of the blighted Henrikson Building to take a ceremonial swing of the hammer — to say goodbye to an eyesore of a building whose useful life came to an end years ago. They were also there to celebrate what will soon take shape as Tahoe City’s first new hotel in more than 60 years.
Lake Tahoe planners to host Highway 50 revitalization plan open house
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 10:59amSTATELINE — Following the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s Governing Board decision last year to approve the U.S. 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Plan, implementation is underway.
Full Schedule of Events for the Carson City Fair this weekend at Fuji Park
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 3:12pmThe Carson City Fair is upon us this weekend, bringing fun new activities that are certain to become traditions for Carsonites young and young-at-heart!
Check below for the full list of scheduled events Friday through Sunday.
NDOT and partners open Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/30/2019 - 11:26amThe Nevada Department of Transportation, Tahoe Transportation District and partners opened the new Tahoe East Shore Trail in Incline Village on Friday, June 28 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Tahoe traffic reminder: No roadside parking on State Route 28 Incline to Sand Harbor
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/25/2019 - 2:13pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada Highway Patrol are reminding drivers that roadside parking restrictions will continue to be strictly enforced on State Route 28 south of Incline Village when the Tahoe East Shore Trail opens on Friday, June 28, including new no parking areas in southern Incline Village.
Upcoming Friday through Sunday street closures for Carson City Off-Road event
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 2:11pmThe Epic Rides Off-Road Series is a nationally recognized mountain bike festival featuring endurance racing, music, biking exhibitions and more. The City entered into a five-year agreement with Epic Rides and the Carson City Culture and Tourism Authority regarding the Carson City Off-Road event to be held the third weekend of each June.
NDOT announces overnight road closures for State Route 28 June 17 - 18
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 1:54pmOvernight road closures will take place on State Route 28 south of Incline Village June 17 and 18 as the Nevada Department of Transportation places final roadway striping as part of installation of the State Route 28 shared used path.
Both directions of SR 28 will be closed between Lakeshore Boulevard in southern Incline Village and the U.S. 50 junction from 8 p.m.-6:30 a.m. nightly June 17 and 18 as final roadway striping is placed on the highway.
Carson City supervisors to discuss funding allocations, budget augments
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 1:36pmThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Thursday, June 6, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
To be discussed are funding, contract purchases, grants, special event costs, and more.