Tax Increment Financing (Reno City Council Meeting (5.7.25)
You've probably heard of Tax Increment Financing (or TIF), but what exactly is it, and how does it work? On the latest episode of "On The Agenda," Reno City Manager Jackie Bryant talks with Bryan McArdle, Revitalization Manager at the City of Reno, about a Tax Increment Financing Plan approved at the recent Reno City Council | Redevelopment Agency Board meeting and what that means for the Biggest Little City. We also review a few approved agenda items, including a Maintenance and Operations Corp Yard in the North Valleys for quicker response times, a sewer capacity project, a grant acceptance from the Nevada Office of the Attorney General to provide services to victims of domestic violence, and other items. Read highlights at Reno.Gov/News We also look at what's on the agenda for the May 21 Reno City Council Meeting, including an update on community engagement efforts, a master plan amendment for the StoneGate Heinz Ranch, a final budget presentation for adoption, and other items!
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Parks Funding (Reno City Council Meeting 4.23.25)
In Episode 4, we dive into the topic of Parks funding with Nathan Ullyot, the Director of Parks and Recreation! We will discuss the actions taken during the April 23 Council Meeting, including next steps for ADUs, adjustments to agendas to reduce confusion for the public and media, as well as several grants for Parks and Recreation programs, which include adaptive mountain biking, the River Ranger initiative, and CPR training units. Nathan also covers the planned improvements for the Mira Loma Park Tennis Court Replacement project!
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Budget Augmentation (Reno City Council Meeting 4.9.25)
At the April 9, 2025, Council Meeting, the Reno City Council discussed a budget augmentation. But what exactly is a budget augmentation, and how does the City fund its budget? In the third episode of "On the Agenda," we welcome Vicki Van Buren, Director of Finance, to discuss budget augmentations and simplify city funding!Additionally, we preview a few topics on the agenda for the upcoming Reno City Council Meeting on April 23, 2025 at 10a. These include an initial review of a draft Reno Municipal Code concerning Accessory Dwelling Units, a hearing regarding an office park on Arlington Avenue, a Zone Change for Wooster High School from Single Family to Public Facility, and a hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision to grant the conditional use permit for the Plumas Redevelopment Project.
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Street Maintenance Projects (Reno City Council Meeting 3.26.25)
In the second episode of "On the Agenda," we look at three agenda items approved at the March 26 Reno City Council meeting that resulted in almost $8 million allocated toward street rehabilitation and preventative maintenance projects. Reno City Manager Jackie Bryant is joined by Kerrie Koski, Director of Public Works, to discuss what this means for the Biggest Little City!We also briefly touched on a few items on the agenda for the April 9 Reno City Council meeting, including a budget augmentation discussion, hearings on J Resort Festival Grounds, and a Conditional Use Permit for live entertainment.
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The Essentials
In this episode, we explore the essential elements of agendas and council meetings to keep you updated on the issues impacting your city.
“On the Agenda” is a new podcast produced by the City of Reno and hosted by City Manager Jackie Bryant. In each episode, we’ll highlight important topics, provide context on council actions, and share how these decisions impact the Biggest Little City and its residents. Whether you are a longtime resident or new to our community, On the Agenda keeps you informed and engaged with what’s happening in your local government.
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