Brian Krolicki
Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki presses case for '22 Winter Olympics for Reno-Tahoe area
Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/26/2012 - 6:48amLt. Gov. Brian Krolicki told attendees of Wednesday's networking breakfast sponsored by the Northern Nevada Development Authority that he wants the 3.6 billion eyes that the Olympic Winter Games draws focused on one place in 2022: the Reno-Tahoe area.
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Economic Diversification Report Provides Roadmap For Nevada Job Creation
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/14/2011 - 6:43pmCARSON CITY – A report outlining how Nevada can grow and diversify its economy says much more could be done now in the areas of health and medical services, and that clean energy and aerospace/defense are emerging sectors that could bring skilled jobs to the state.
$280,000 NDOT Contract Put On Hold After Concerns Raised By Gov. Sandoval, Transportation Board Members
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/14/2011 - 2:34pmCARSON CITY – A 23-month, $280,000 contract approved by the Nevada Department of Transportation for a private sector individual to work as a liaison between the agency and contractors seeking work has been put on hold because of concerns expressed by Gov. Brian Sandoval and other members of the NDOT Board of Directors.
State begins to push to increase exports by small companies
Submitted by admin on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 4:08amBrian Krolicki stood before television cameras in Carson City last week to introduce the initiative, which is largely financed by a $239318 grant from the ...
State wins grant to boost exports
Submitted by admin on Wed, 11/02/2011 - 3:00amNevada has been awarded a $239,318 federal grant to help Nevada companies build their export business. Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki said the grant is under the Nevada Investment & Trade Revenue Opportun...
State awarded grant to boost exports
Submitted by admin on Wed, 11/02/2011 - 3:00amNevada has been awarded a $239,318 federal grant to help Nevada companies build their export business. Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki said the grant is under the Nevada Investment & Trade Revenue Opportun...
Nevada Day theme celebrates the Silver State's 'Great Outdoors'
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/30/2011 - 9:37amBy The Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau
It only takes four days to celebrate statehood in Nevada. The Silver State knows how to party! The annual Carson City Nevada Day events will observe the 147th year since joining the union, with the theme, “Nevada's Great Outdoors,” Oct. 27-30, 2011.
A four-day celebration of the Silver State's admission to the Union in 1864 will be celebrated the last weekend in October in Nevada's state capitol of Carson City.
Gov. Sandoval Making Strides On Top Priority Of Job Creation For Nevadans
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 3:29pmCARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval said today he is making big strides in his top priority of improving the Nevada economy and growing jobs.
Sandoval said he has been making calls to businesses interested in relocating to the state and is getting ready to launch a newly revised economic development board to help the state turn the economic corner.
State Transportation Board Votes For More Oversight And Transparency Of Agency
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 07/11/2011 - 4:54pmCARSON CITY – Members of the state Transportation Board, including Gov. Brian Sandoval, voted today to extend their oversight of the activities of the Department of Transportation, a move that will require more frequent meetings and more timely review of contracts.
Contractors Group Asks State Officials To Consider Increased Highway Funding For Jobs, Olympic Bid
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 07/11/2011 - 3:12pmCARSON CITY – A contractors representative told the state Transportation Board today that officials missed out on opportunities to increase road funding in the 2011 legislative session, and that failing to act promptly on the issue could cost Northern Nevada a competitive bid for the 2022
Bill Bringing Transparency To State Employee Contracting Wins Final Legislative Approval
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 06/06/2011 - 8:53pmCARSON CITY – A bill aimed at increasing transparency and accountability for state employees working as contractors saw final legislative approval today when the Assembly and Senate reached agreement on compromise language to the measure.
Assembly Bill 240, sponsored by Ways and Means Committee Chairwoman Debbie Smith, D-Sparks, will now go to Gov. Brian Sandoval for his consideration.
Krolicki Out, Marshall In, Amodei Pending
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/05/2011 - 2:22pmBy Elizabeth Crum / Nevada News Bureau
As first “guessed” by @RalstonFlash on Twitter this morning — Nevada has learned the hard way that Ralston’s guesses are not mere speculation but informed fact — Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki has formally announced that he is not going to run for Nevada’s open congressional seat.
State GOP chairman Mark Amodei will now be free to make his final decision, probably to jump in.
U.S. Rep. Joe Heck Gives Praise To Gov. Sandoval For Budget That Does Not Increase Taxes
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 04/25/2011 - 7:28pmCARSON CITY – U.S. Rep. Joe Heck praised GOP Gov. Brian Sandoval in remarks to the Nevada Legislature today for proposing a budget that does not raise taxes, saying it is the way to an economic recovery.
Heck, R-Nev., also expressed appreciation for Republican lawmakers who so far this session have supported Sandoval’s no new taxes or fees position during the lengthy review of his two-year, $5.8 billion general fund budget.
Former CIA Director Lobbies For Energy Bill, Says Matter Of National Security
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Sat, 04/23/2011 - 2:00amBy Andrew Doughman
CARSON CITY — The Legislature played host to a former director of the CIA yesterday, who came to voice support for a renewable energy bill.
James Woolsey, director of the CIA between 1993 and 1995, said the passage of the bill is a matter of national security.
Senate Bill 184 would establish a “feed-in tariff” program in Nevada, which would allow small-scale solar, wind, geothermal and other energy producers to “feed in” their energy to the grid.
Executive Recommends Strategies for Reno, Tahoe Economic Success
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/31/2011 - 11:08pmPress Release — A leading national economic development executive who represents companies looking to relocate or expand throughout the United States, today told a group of more than 100 Reno and Tahoe businesses, community leaders and residents not to abandon current economic development initiatives, but to re-evaluate strategies and continue to fund them for future success.
Bethany Drysdale to lead Nevada tourism commission public relations department
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/31/2011 - 12:40am
CARSON CITY — Bethany Drysdale, who has promoted Nevada's tourism attractions for more than five years for the Nevada Commission on Tourism will head the Public Relations department beginning April 23, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki announced this week.
Drysdale has served as Public Relations specialist for NCOT since October 2005. She succeeds Chris Chrystal, who is retiring as manager April 22 after a 48-year career in news reporting and public relations that included 13 years with the Commission.
EDAWN Business BUZZ 'Beyond Target 2010' Forum Set for March 31
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/25/2011 - 1:33pm(Press Release) — Business owners and residents will have an opportunity to participate in an economic development plan update for the Greater Reno and Lake Tahoe region at the Business BUZZ “Beyond Target2010” economic forum, Thursday, March 31 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa. The program is sponsored by the Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN).
Angle Holds Hour Long Press Conference in Reno
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 5:06pmBy Elizabeth Crum / Nevada News Bureau
Nearly 600 days before the general election and wearing a bright purple suit while proving she is no shrinking violet, Sharron Angle today cheerfully fielded tough questions from nine journalists for nearly an hour.
The sole (so far) candidate for Nevada’s second congressional district held the first press conference of her campaign in a small conference room at the Best Western hotel across from the Reno, NV airport.
Krolicki Endorses Heller For Senate, Says Considering NV-2
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/15/2011 - 9:35amBy Elizabeth Crum / Nevada News Bureau
Politico reports that Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki has formally endorsed Rep. Dean Heller and will “take time” to consider a run for Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District. Quote:
Krolicki Endorses Heller for Senate, Says Considering NV-2
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 03/15/2011 - 10:16amPolitico reports that Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki has formally endorsed Rep. Dean Heller and will “take time” to consider a run for Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District. Quote:
Heller Was Poised To Challenge Ensign In Primary
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/15/2011 - 8:51amBy Elizabeth Crum / Nevada News Bureau
During a brief interview with Congressman Dean Heller a few moments ago, Heller laughingly called his U.S. Senate run “the worst kept secret in Nevada” and said that for the past many months his team “had anticipated we would be running against Ensign in the primary.”
Heller Was Poised to Challenge Ensign in Primary
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 03/15/2011 - 9:43amDuring a brief interview with Congressman Dean Heller a few moments ago, Heller laughingly called his U.S. Senate run “the worst kept secret in Nevada” and said that for the past many months his team “had anticipated we would be running against Ensign in the primary.”
Lieutenant Governor Criticized At Board of Regents Meeting
Submitted by admin on Thu, 03/10/2011 - 5:26pmCARSON CITY – It was not a friendly crowd for Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki as he spoke of economic development at Western Nevada College.
The bleachers in Sarah Winnemucca Hall were packed with students and staff concerned about Gov. Brian Sandoval’s proposed $162 million reduction in state support for Nevada’s colleges and universities.
Heller Is In for U.S. Senate
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Thu, 03/10/2011 - 8:13amTwo reliable sources have confirmed that Congressman Dean Heller said this week he is definitely committed to running in the U.S. Senate race. Heller’s office would not confirm the news this morning when contacted.
Recession Leading To Exodus Of University Faculty
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/23/2011 - 10:14amBy Andrew Doughman / Nevada News Bureau
Professor Michael Young began to think last year that he should look for a job outside of Nevada.
It was not the craziest thought; the recession was in full swing and legislators were slashing the higher education budget.
Young was a departmental director at the Desert Research Institute. Now he’s an associate director at the University of Texas, Austin.
Two Cents (and some video clips) from Nevada 2.0
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Wed, 01/12/2011 - 4:24pmRamping down Nevada’s dependence on the gambling industry (and associated consumer spending) through developing new job-creating industries was the main topic at last Friday’s Nevada 2.0 economic forum at UNLV.
Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki used the word “retooling” as he spoke of the need for diversity in his opening remarks, adding that he did not believe the vision of an economically robust Nevada was “Pollyanna-ish.”
Sandoval Sworn In As Governor, Announces Regulation Freeze As Pro-Business Move
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/03/2011 - 5:22pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval wasted no time getting to work after being sworn into office today, signing an executive order freezing many proposed administrative regulations as evidence that Nevada is a business friendly state.
Sandoval inauguration ceremony now underway
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/03/2011 - 8:09am
Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval was sworn in today in front of the capitol. After signing a few important papers, he will then attend a reception at the Nevada State Library and Archives.
Also sworn in are the other constitutional officiers: Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki, Secretary of State Ross Miller, Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto, Treasurer Kate Marshall and Controller Kim Wallin.
Gov.-Elect Sandoval Names 29-Member Transition Advisory Team
Submitted by admin on Mon, 11/29/2010 - 11:02amBy Nevada News Bureau staff
CARSON CITY – Nevada Republican Gov.-elect Brian Sandoval announced today his selection of 29 Nevadans to serve on his transition advisory team, including Bill Bible, former president of the Nevada Resort Association, and state Sen. Dean Rhoads, who backed Sen. Harry Reid’s re-election bid.
The diverse group of community leaders from across Nevada will provide input and feedback to Sandoval on a wide range of issues.
Nevada Day Parade through Carson City
Submitted by editor on Sat, 10/30/2010 - 12:41pm
The Nevada Day Parade in downtown Carson City drew tens of thousands to Carson Street today to watch and celebrate the Silver State's statehood.
Parade-goers were treated this morning with an air show above the Carson City skies, including the traditional F18 Hornet fly-over.
Click here for more photos. Festivities continue today with the annual Nevada Day Beard Contest at the Capitol Amphitheater. This begins immediately following the parade.
Nevada celebrates its statehood in annual flight of fancy down Carson Street
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/27/2010 - 3:26pm
Nevada Day kicks off this morning with annual the Nevada Day Parade, with the theme being "100 Years of Aviation" to go along with the Silver State’s admission to the Union in 1864.
Retired Lt. Col. Dick Rutan of the U.S. Air Force serves as Grand Marshal for today's celebration. He was picked to coincide with the theme, which marks a history-making flight of daredevil pilot William Ivy Baldwin west of Carson City, where he soared to 4,675 feet, the highest ever at that time.
Challengers To Nevada Attorney General Claim Politics In Her Term, Incumbent Says She Makes Decisions On Legal Merits
Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/19/2010 - 9:09pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Service
A debate today among the three candidates for Nevada attorney general focused on a disputed ad discussing a decades old criminal conviction of the Republican seeking the post and allegations of political favoritism by the incumbent, Democrat Catherine Cortez Masto.
State Attorney General Defends Record, Denies Playing Politics Under Fire from Opponents
Submitted by admin on Mon, 09/27/2010 - 3:55pmCARSON CITY – Catherine Cortez Masto points to a number of accomplishments in her first term as attorney general, from reducing methamphetamine production in Nevada to cracking down on mortgage fraud, all while having to live with major budget cuts and fewer staff.
Caleb Cage named Nevada Office of Veterans Services executive director
Submitted by editor on Fri, 07/30/2010 - 12:50pm
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons announced the appointment today of Caleb Cage as the executive director of the Nevada Office of Veterans Services.
Cage presently serves as a Senior Policy Advisor/Rural and Veterans Issues for Nevada Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki.
Cage attained the rank of Captain in the U.S. Army, serving in Iraq as recently as 2006. Captain Cage was awarded the Army’s Bronze Star Medal for his service in Iraq. He is a 2002 graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York.
Google picks Nevada Commission on Tourism's ad campaign as successful case study
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/07/2010 - 2:22pmGoogle has chosen the Nevada Commission on Tourism's online winter ski commercial as a successful case study after it attracted 8 million viewers in seven targeted markets, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki announced today.
Krolicki: New Nevada Task Force takes aim at job growth, business diversity
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/28/2010 - 5:24pmIn a move to strengthen Nevada's ailing economy, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki announced the formation of the New Nevada Task Force, a coalition of Nevada business leaders tasked to identifying ways to improve the state's economic climate ahead of the 2011 legislative session.
Nevada Governor's Conference on Tourism to return
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/03/2010 - 5:09pmAfter a two-year hiatus the Nevada Governor's Conference on Tourism will return in December, state officials announced Thursday.
The conference will take place Dec. 7-8 at the Peppermill Resort Casino in Reno. It will focus mainly on current travel trends, who is vacationing and ways to lure travelers and vacationers to Nevada.
Governor’s Conference On Tourism To Return In December After Two-Year Hiatus
Submitted by on Thu, 06/03/2010 - 11:04amCARSON CITY – The popular Governor’s Conference on Tourism will return in December after a two-year hiatus, Gov. Jim Gibbons and Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki announced today.
The conference put on by the Nevada Commission on Tourism, NCOT, had been put on hold due to budget limitations.
Democrat Lieutenant Governor Candidates Debate, Criticize GOP Incumbent and One Another
Submitted by on Thu, 05/13/2010 - 1:51pmRENO – One Democrat running for lieutenant governor criticized the GOP incumbent for being invisible in the job, and all three Democrat candidates appearing at a debate Wednesday evening took jabs at each other as the June 8 primary election day draws near.
Lt. Gov. Krolicki says Nevada Missed Out on Chance to Protect Tobacco Settlement Funds
Submitted by on Thu, 05/06/2010 - 4:46pmCARSON CITY – Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki says it is now clear the Nevada Legislature should have “securitized� the money the state was scheduled to receive as part of a settlement with the tobacco companies a decade ago to protect it from the current reality of lower than expected annual payments.
GOP Consultant Calls State Treasurer Hypocrite for Radio Ads
Submitted by on Tue, 04/27/2010 - 9:58amCARSON CITY – A spokesman for Nevada State Treasurer Kate Marshall is rejecting any suggestion that her participation in radio ads to promote a children’s contest involving a college savings program is aimed at helping her re-election campaign.
But a campaign consultant for her GOP opponent called Marshall a hypocrite for engaging in the same practice she criticized her predecessor for doing, and for “pushing the envelope” by running ads after the close of filing for office.
Tourism commission to expand and brand in updated Nevada visitor strategy
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/31/2010 - 8:39pmThe Nevada Commission on Tourism has updated its strategic plan for attracting visitors, combining cost-effective new initiatives and time-tested programs with proven track records, Lt. Gov. Brian K. Krolicki said Tuesday.
The agency (http://travelnevada.com) will target U.S. consumer markets that have large populations with convenient driving distance or easy air access to Nevada and international markets whose travelers have a strong likelihood of visiting Nevada, such as Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom and Germany, said Krolicki, Nevada's tourism commission chair.
Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki to discuss economic development March 31
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/21/2010 - 3:01amCandidates filed for state offices
Submitted by admin on Sat, 03/13/2010 - 6:44amU.S. Senate
Sharon Angle, Republican
Scott Ashjian, Tea Party
Gary Bernstein, Republican
Sherry Brooks, Republican
John Chachas, Republican
Krolicki won't run for Senate, will seek re-election
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/12/2010 - 3:01amLt. Gov. Brian Krolicki NOT running for Sen. Reid’s seat
Submitted by on Thu, 02/11/2010 - 3:05pmLt. Governor Brian Krolicki announced this afternoon he is not running for the U.S. Senate.
Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki: I can beat Senator Harry Reid!
Submitted by on Fri, 01/29/2010 - 10:27pmLt. Governor Brian Krolicki says coming off a hard battle with the Nevada Attorney General over charges that were dropped, has made him ready to take on incumbent U.S. Senator Harry Reid.
Jessica Sferrazza reaches well beyond Reno City Hall
Submitted by on Tue, 01/26/2010 - 11:58pm(Click image to play video)
Jessica Sferrazza must know something that few people know, and that is the real status of Lt.
Whaddaya know! Brian’s runnin’…maybe.
Submitted by on Wed, 01/20/2010 - 11:43pm(Click image to play video)
An upset in Massachusetts combined with beating what many called a bad rap in Nevada is giving Brian Krolicki second thoughts about not running against U.S.
Comment on Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki may run against Sen. Harry Reid after all… by luvsnv
Submitted by on Wed, 01/20/2010 - 4:12pmGood. How does one sign-up to help him win?
