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A bill that restricts police use of chokeholds, allows recording of law enforcement and calls for drug testing of officers involved in shootings passed the Assembly with bipartisan support, in spite of criticism that lawmakers could have gone further to address police brutality.

Laws implementing a wide range of criminal justice reforms, establishing a state board responsible for regulating marijuana and creating a payday loan database finally take effect Wednesday, more than a year after the 2019 legislative session ended.

Settling into the week as we head into Tuesday, Nov. 5, activities around the capital city include a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, a Salvation Army holiday job fair, plus a grant workshop through the Nevada Arts Council, an evening showing of the 1951 film "An American in Paris" hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, pole fitness and swing dance lessons at Yaple's Ballroom and more.

The Capital City Community Band will present its annual Nevada Day concert at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26 in the Capital Amphitheater in Carson City. The concert will feature a variety of music from Big Band sounds to Marches, Patriotic songs and Halloween favorites.

As we head into the first day of the work week, Monday, May 6, 2019, we're looking at sunshine and a chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms with a daytime high in the low 70s, according to weather service forecasters. Activities include talks, art showings and demonstrations, presentations and more. Enjoy.

This set of classes includes Taxes in Retirement and Retirement Income Planning. Taxes in Retirement will equip you with the most up-to-date and comprehensive information regarding retirement taxation, including ways to efficiently harvest your income sources - whether they are Social Security, 401(k)/IRA, other sources, or a combination of them all. Using the information you'll learn during our seminar, you'll be better positioned to develop a successful retirement tax strategy that can potentially safeguard you from over-taxation - all with the goal of saving you money.

Gene Kelly stars as an American artist who finds love in Paris, but nearly loses it to conflicting loyalties, in one of MGM's most elegant and celebrated musicals. The lavish sets and costumes are accompanied by a music score from George and Ira Gershwin.

General admission $4; free for students and members.
Trivia and intro begin at 6:30p; film at 7:00pm. Doors open at 6:00pm at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall - 511 W. King Street.

Hello Carson City as we welcome in Friday, Feb. 22, 2019, the end of the work week, a short one for many because of the President's Day holiday. Activities abound Friday and into the weekend, including the second day of the three-day, 6th Carson City International Film Weekend festival.

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When the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra held its very first concert fifty years ago, it played the music of the iconic American composer George Gershwin.

As part of its Reno Philharmonic Exhibition Lecture Series, the Nevada Historical Society will welcome guest lecturers Dr. Mark Clague and Timothy Freeze, both musicologists, who take on the topic, “Gershwin’s Legacy.”

Welcome to the last day of summer Carson City. Today is Friday, Sept. 21, 2018. The forecast calls for sunny skies and cool nights through the weekend, ideal for today and the weekend's upcoming events.

Our Caregivers enjoy building relationships with Seniors as well as developing training. We have competitive pay, Medical benefits, a Wellness program, flexible hours, and retirement program “Simple IRA.”

The new Tax Law for 2018 and later provides a $12,000 Standard Deduction (instead of itemized deductions) for single taxpayers. If your child earns wages of $12,000 or less in 2018, the child files a tax return, but pays no tax.

IRS investigated Carlo Marinello’s activities for years 2004 through 2009. In 2012 IRS charged him with violating several criminal tax statutes under Code Section 7212(a). That Section makes it a felony to corruptly or by force obstruct or impede the due administration of the Internal Revenue Code.

A special tax benefit to save future income taxes is known as the “Step Up in Tax Basis.”

This happens when someone dies and leaves stocks, bonds, personal property and real estate to the heirs.

It is good Congress has linked many retirement plans with inflation. Here are some of the main 2018 dollar limits. 401(K) maximum contribution increases in 2018 to $18,500. That is $500 more than it was for 2017. And if you were born before 1969 (will be age 50 by 12-31-18) the “Catch-up” contribution is an additional $6,000.

Of course Estate Planning is done to minimize taxes and be sure the financial matters are done as desired. However, the planning for other than taxes is very important. Designating the best Trustee or Executor and possible successors is not easy, but extremely important to being sure the administration goes smoothly.

IRS Revenue Procedure 2016-47 gives information and guidance about waivers of the 60 day rollover requirement of IRA distributions. You can print it out and use the model letter IRS provided. If you take a distribution from your IRA, 403(b), 457(b) or a qualified retirement plan, you can “pay it back” within 60 days and there is no tax on the distribution. And, the 10% early withdrawal penalty for folks under age 59 ½ does not apply.

You can convert your regular IRA to a ROTH IRA. The value converted is taxable income. If the value goes down after conversion, you can change your mind and cancel the conversion if you do it by Oct. 15th of the year following the conversion.

Saving for your retirement and possible bequest to family and friends is good to do! Many folks have an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) that is a major part of their retirement savings.

For now, this is the last regular column that will carry the Ron and Geoff byline. Geoff is leaving the Assistant Controller’s job July 1 for a new one.

James Smack, the Deputy Controller, will join Ron in the weekly column beginning next week. Geoff will make guest appearances now and then, we anticipate.

It is easier to give than to receive gifts. Depending on your circumstances and those of your children or grandchildren, maybe it is time to consider doing some special gifts.

When someone changes jobs, or retires, they need to decide whether to keep the retirement savings account they have with the old employer, commonly known as 401(k). They do have the option or ability to “roll it over” or transfer to a new or an existing IRA account.

Fresh from Broadway: Bootleggers, showgirls, playboys, prohibitionists and politicians make for non-stop giddy fun in "Nice Work If You Can Get It" - a Gershwin song and dance spectacular playing in Northern Nevada for the first time.

The chances are pretty good we will all die sometime. When your relative or friend dies and names you as the person to settle everything, plan on doing a difficult job. You will probably need help from a CPA and an attorney, but you will get to do most of the work.

When the owner of a ROTH IRA dies and the beneficiary is not the surviving spouse, special rules on required minimum distributions apply. The Non Spouse Beneficiary (ie child, etc) is to receive distributions from the ROTH IRA:

There are many ways to invest in gold. Some have some surprising tax rules. As with all investment decisions, you would not want to put all your money in gold or any one stock.

Diversification is best. If you choose to invest in gold (directly or indirectly), maybe you should limit the amount to about 5 percent of your total investments.

The Gift Tax rules are interesting and offer many possibilities for planning that will improve the quality of life for your family and friends.
Basically you can give total cash gifts (checks) of $14,000 each year, to each person. If you have three grandchildren, you can give each of them $14,000 total gifts in 2016 and there is no gift tax to pay and form 709, U.S. Gift Tax Return is not required to be filed. That is known as the “Annual Exclusion” gift allowance.

You have probably heard about the option (choice) IRA owners who are age 70-½ or older have about sending their IRA distribution (or part of it) to a charity or church. The total limit each year for the IRA distribution(s) paid directly to charities is $100,000.