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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fernley public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Adjacency development standards amendment
The planning department's updated adjacency standards, revised after council feedback, got their first reading and will return for action.
Private activity bond cap transfer
Resolution 25-011 would send Fernley's 2026 private activity bond volume cap to the Nevada Rural Housing Authority, supporting affordable housing financing statewide.
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.
Fernley Roundabout aesthetic enhancements
Design Workshop was scheduled to present landscape and aesthetic design concepts for the Fernley Roundabout.
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.
Remote Non-Residential Development Standards (Bill 378)
New rules for building non-residential projects in remote areas of Fernley, including definitions, development standards, and public facility requirements. A resident said waivers are still too hard to complete.