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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fernley public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Park restroom access and costs
A resident corrected earlier figures on portable restroom costs and reported changes at the parks, and the Public Works Director announced restrooms will now be open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
25th Anniversary Statue and Celebration
Fernley turns 25 on July 1. The council approved a rearing wild horse sculpture with Twisted Steel artwork for the Main Street Art Park, plus commemorative coins — silver ones numbered 1 through 50 — going on pre-sale June 1.
Public art funding for Murals, Music & Margaritas Festival
Fernley Aces proposed installing public art at city locations during the festival, backed by $6,500 from the Mayor's Community Support Budget.
Off-Highway Vehicle Plan grant application
A resident asked whatever happened to the OHV road rules discussed years ago. Councilman Hanan explained the 2-mile exception couldn't work without a designated park and the effort is tabled pending future area plans with regional parks.