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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYOF WESTERN NEVADA

RELOCATION GUIDE

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#10 Best Places To Live By Livability.com

18.6 Minutes Average Commute; 7 Minutes Faster

Than National Average

500+ Art Events During Artown

Cost Of Living 5.8% Lower Than National

Average

Tier 1 UNR School Of Medicine, Engineering, &

Business Are Among The

7 - 8 Flights Per Day To The Bay Area

College Town University Ranked Among Top 5 Business

Programs In The Country

Ranked #2 As Smal l Business

And Entrepreneurship Friendly States2

DRI Is An International ly Acclaimed

Research Institution

World Class Fly Fishing & 8 World Class Ski Resorts in Lake Tahoe

1 Source: http://chiefexecutive.net/best-worst-states-for-business-20132 Source: http://www.sbecouncil.org/resources/publications/business-policy-index-2012/

CONTENTS:Regional Inforamtion ............................................ 4Transit .............................................................................. 6Business License Application Process ......... 7Resources for Business Assistance ..............11Planning and Zoning Map ...............................12Employee Information .......................................13Hiring and Training ...............................................14Internship Programs ............................................15Health and Wellness ............................................16Moving Resources .................................................17Real Estate ..................................................................18 Family Care ................................................................19Education ...................................................................20Events and Activities ............................................25

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Regional Information

Temperature-Seasonal Information

The Greater Reno- Sparks- Tahoe region has low humidity which allows the cold days to be cool, and the hot days only warm. Clouds and rain are scarce (fewer than eight inches on average annually) and snow is nearly guaranteed (23.5 inches on average per year.) With over 300 sunny days a year the region is provided warm days, cool nights and cloudless skies.

Population Demographics

With a population of over 225,000, Reno is the largest city in Northern Nevada. As the County Seat, Reno is located in the southern part of Washoe County, nestled on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in an area called the Truckee Meadows. (Source: Reno.gov) Reno is situated 26 miles north of the State capitol, Carson City, and 22 miles northeast of Lake Tahoe.

Current Populations (June 2010): Washoe County: 429,908 Regional Basin: Approx. 1 million(citydata.com)

Average Temperatures for Reno Tahoe

Annual 67.4°F 35.2°F

January 21.8°F 45.5°F

April 33.2°F 64.1°F

July 51.4°F 91.2°F

October 34.0°F 69.9°F

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Regional Information


Transit

Airports

Reno Tahoe Airport Authority is the owner and operator of the Reno-Tahoe International Airport.

Reno/Tahoe International Airport is located approximately two miles from Downtown Reno, and is serviced by most of the major airlines.

Reno/Stead Airport is a general aviation airport located about 15 miles north of the downtown area. It is home of the annual Reno National Championship Air Races.

Website: www.renoairport.com Phone: 775-328-6400

Reno-Tahoe International Airport has 7 Airline Partners with 53 daily departures to 14 non-stop destinations.

Multiple daily flights between RNO and major airline hubs such as Chicago O’Hare, Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Seattle,

Public Transportation

The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) provides public transportation in Reno.

RTC RIDE operates 29 bus routes originating at either the RTC 4th Street Station in downtown Reno, at RTC CENTENNIAL PLAZA transit center in downtown Sparks, or at the Meadowood Mall transfer center.

RTC SIERRA SPIRIT will take you from the University of Nevada, all around downtown and back—FREE! The service operates every 10 minutes, every day, from 7 am to 7 pm.

RTC INTERCITY is an express weekday commuter bus service between Reno and Carson City.

RTC Access provides door-to-door prescheduled paratransit services for people whose disabilities prevent them from using RTC RIDE independently some or all of the time.

Website: www.rtcwashoe.com | Phone: 775-348-RIDE

City Miles Airtime

Las Vegas 441 1 hour

Los Angeles 475 1 hour, 6 min

Phoenix 753 2 hours

Portland 586 1 hour, 30 min

Sacramento 135 30 minutes

Salt Lake City 526 1 hour

San Francisco 231 1 hour

Denver, and San Francisco to name a few.

Reno-Tahoe International Airport maintains robust cargo traffic with service via 3 major cargo carriers with approximately a dozen cargo departures per day.

The Reno-Tahoe International Airport also features convenient parking and TSA Pre-check (for those who qualify) during our busiest times.

*US Airways will be joining the oneworld Alliance on March 31st, 2014.


Business License Application Process

1. Determine Your Licensing Requirements.

You must obtain a Washoe County business license if:

• The business location address is in the unincorporated area of Washoe County.

• The business is mobile and you will be doing business in the unincorporated area of Washoe County.

You must first obtain a business license from the jurisdiction within which your business address exists.

If you are doing business in Reno and/or Sparks and the unincorporated County, please ask us about the multi-jurisdictional licensure process. If your business is mobile, you will need to keep track of income earned in each jurisdiction in which you hold a license to report annual gross receipts.

We recommend that you keep a current map of Washoe County that shades each jurisdiction separately.

2. Get The Application.

You can obtain a copy of the Washoe County business license application:

• In person at our office location; • By mail by calling our office;• Via the internet.

3. Document Your Business Name.

• If you are incorporated through the State of Nevada, we will need a copy of your Articles of Incorporation and a current list of officers.

• If you are using a business name other than your own first and last name, you will need to file a Fictitious Firm Name (DBA) certificate with the Washoe County Clerk at 1001 E. 9th St. Bldg A, 1st Floor in Reno, and include a copy of the filed certificate with your business license application.

• A Fictitious Firm Name certificate will also be required for corporations doing business under a name different from the corporation name.

4. Register With The Nevada Secretary Of State

for the Nevada State Business License. You may register with them:

• On-line at www.nvsilverflume.gov; • In person at their office at 202

North Carson Street, Carson City.

5. Register With The Nevada Department Of Taxation.

You will need to obtain proof of registration (clearance letter) that must accompany your business license application. You may complete the sales and use tax permit registration with them:

• On-line at www.nvsilverflume.gov; • In person at their office at 4600

Kietzke Lane, Building L, Suite 235, Reno.

6. Meet Your Responsibilities As An Employer.

All businesses that have employees must obtain workers compensation from the insurance company of their choice. You must provide an affidavit of compliance or the completed compliance form, even if you have no employees.

• Obtain an affidavit of compliance on-line at www.nvsilverflume.gov;

• Submit the completed State Industrial Insurance Compliance form with your business license application package (your policy information is required).

Obtaining Your Business License With Washoe County


7. Obtain Applicable Federal Or State Licenses.

Some businesses require additional licensing, and we will need proof that you have obtained these licenses. For example, a license from the State Board of Medical Examiners is required to practice medicine and must be obtained before a business license can be issued. If you’re not sure, please check with our main business office to determine if additional licensure is required.

8. Complete The Application.

All the forms included in the application package MUST be completed. Businesses operated from the home must also complete a two-part “Home Business Requirements” supplement.

9. Turn In The Application And Supporting Documents

(to include registration from steps 4, 5 & 6). Most home-based businesses will be finished at this point.

10. Complete The Sign-Offs.

If you plan to open a commercial business (run from a storefront), or a non-home based business run from your property (such as horse boarding), you will be required to obtain approval from


Other Licensing Agencies Carson City ............................. 887.2105 Churchill County .................. 423.7627 City of Fallon ......................... 423.5104 Douglas County (Clerk) ..... 782.9014 Lyon County .......................... 463.6501 City of Fernley .................. 784.9830 City of Reno ...................... 334.2090 City of Sparks ................... 353.2360 Storey County (Clerk) ......... 847.0966

Other

Better Business Bureau ...... 322.0657

County Air Quality Management ...... 784.7200 Assessor ...................................... 328.2200 Building........................................ 328.2020 Code Compliance ..................... 328.6106 County Clerk .............................. 784-7260 Environmental Health ........... 328.2434 North Lake Tahoe Fire ........... 831.0351 Truckee Meadows Fire .......... 326.6000 Planning and Zoning 328.6100

State

Contractors Board 688.1141 Industrial Insurance ................ 684.7270 Secretary of State 684.5708 Taxation 1.866.962.3707

Main Business Office: 1001 E. Ninth Street, Reno Bldg. A, 2nd Floor West end of building

Mailing Address: PO Box 11130 Reno, NV 89520

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except for holidays)

Phone: 775.328.3733 Fax: 775.328.6133

www.washoecounty.us/comdev/ business_license.htm

Additional Helpful Contact Information

several County agencies before your license can be issued. The business license office will prepare the sign-off forms for you.

11. It’s In The Mail!

Your business license certificate will be mailed to you within 5 working days after you have

submitted a complete application with all the required approvals, along with the $75.00 first year fee.



City of Reno and Sparks Business LicenseItems 1-4 are required prior to submitting your Business License application.

All City of Reno applications and forms are available in the Reno office, online at www.reno.gov or via email by request. Contact the office at (775) 334-2090 weekdays from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or [email protected].

All City of Sparks applications and forms are available in the office, online at www.cityofsparks.us or via email by request. Contact the office at (775)-353-2360 weekdays from 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM or [email protected]

1. State Business License: Per NRS 364A, all applicants are requires to register for a State business license with the Nevada Secretary of State’s Office. The State business license registration can be completed online through the State of Nevada SilverFlume website www.nvsilverflume.gov or in person at their office located at 202 North Carson Street, Carson City, NV 89701, (775) 684-5708. Proof of registration is required with your application.

2. Nevada State Department of Taxation: If you are doing business in Nevada, you will need to provide proof of registration from the Nevada Department of Taxation. The sales and use tax permit registration can be completed online through the State of Nevada SilverFlume website www.nvsilverflume.gov or in person at 4600 Kietzke Lane, Bldg L, Suite 235, Reno, NV 89502, 866-962-3707.

3. State Industrial Insurance: The State requires that a Workers’ Comp Insurance form be filled out and submitted. The affidavit of compliance can be completed online through the State of Nevada SilverFlume website www.nvsilverflume.gov or submitted in person with your business license application. If you will have employees, you will need the insurance policy number and expiration date of your policy.

4. Fictitious Name: If your business is utilizing a fictitious firm name in place of your legal first and last name, also known as DBA (doing business as), it must be registered with the Washoe County Clerk’s Office. The office is located at 1001 E 9th Street, Bldg A, First Floor, Reno, NV 89512 (775) 784-7260. Proof of registration is required with your application.

Submitting the Application Packet

Business License applications may take up to 4 weeks to process. Please plan accordingly. Please ensure that all forms included

in the packet are complete and submitted with your application to avoid delays in processing. Incomplete applications cannot be processed until all necessary information is provided to the Business License Division.

Initial application and review fees can vary depending on reviews needed and description on business. Please call the Business License Division for an accurate fee quote. Appropriate fees must be submitted with the application packet at time of submission.

Reno You may submit your application in person at City Hall or by mail to the City of Reno Business License Division

Sparks You may submit your application in person at City Hall or by mail to the City of Sparks Business License Division


Completing the Business License Application Process

Once your application is complete and has been accepted, the business license staff will notify the appropriate departments to review your application. If a site visit is required, staff from the appropriate departments will contact you to schedule your inspection(s). The Business License Division will complete the final approval once all reviews and inspections are complete and all City fees are paid in full.

1. Planning Division review is required for every business license application. The Planning Division will review the address provided to ensure that your business description meets zoning code requirements for that location. For questions, please contact Community Development - Planning Division, 1 East First Street, 2nd Floor, (775) 321-8309.

2. Building Division review is required for Businesses who are making any construction changes to the business location or changing the use of the previous business (if any) in that location. If you have already completed the Building Permitting Process this review will verify the approved building inspections and the issuance of building permits. If building permits are still required, the business


license application will not be approved until the permits have been completed. If you need additional information regarding Building Permit requirements please visit www.reno.gov. For questions, please contact Community Development - Building Division, 1 East First Street, 2nd Floor, (775) 334-2063.

3. Fire Department review is required for all Businesses at a Commercial location not considered a shared use space (i.e. renting a space in an existing business such as a hair salon, insurance agency, etc). Fire review may also be required for certain home-based businesses such as childcare, group homes, etc. For questions, please contact the Fire Prevention Division, 1 East First Street, 4th Floor (775) 334-2300.

4. Washoe County Health Department review is required for Businesses that are conducting food service or otherwise impacting public health (i.e. childcare, schools, recycling centers, hotels/motels, etc.). If you have already completed the Health Permitting Process this review will verify the approved health inspections and the issuance of health permits. If health permits are still required, the business license application

will not be approved until permits have been completed. If additional information is needed regarding Health Permit requirements visit www.co.washoe.nv.us. For questions, please contact the Washoe County Health Department, 1001 E. 9th Street, (775) 328-2434.

5. Environmental Control review is required for businesses that impact the sewer and storm drain systems (i.e. food service, auto repair shops, car washes, dry cleaners, etc.). For questions, please contact the Public Works Department – Environmental Control Division, 1 East First Street, 7th Floor, (775) 334-2350.

6. Police review is required for businesses that conduct privileged business activities per Chapter 5 of Reno Municipal Code. For questions, please contact the Work Cards Division, 455 East Second Street, (775) 334-3875.

7. Council review is required for business whose activities include gaming, liquor, pawnbroker, secondhand merchandise, escort services, and interactive cabaret.


Resources for Business Assistance

The Nevada Small Business Development Center is a statewide business assistance outreach program of the University of Nevada, Reno College of Business. We provide a wide variety of technical assistance to support Nevada Business.

http://nsbdc.orgPhone: 775-784-1717

The Chamber proudly serves the Reno, Sparks and Northern Nevada region by collaborating for economic growth, creating new opportunities for our members and upholding pro-business ideals through the advancement of sound public policy.

As the largest business organization in the area, we strive to be the leading business resource providing information and opportunity leading to profitability, advancement and a strong business economy for our members while supporting and promoting the uniqueness of our community.

www.thechambernv.orgPhone: 775-636-9550

Print Website Phone

Associated Press www.ap.org 775-322-3639

Daily Sparks Tribune www.dailysparkstribune.ncom 775-358-8061

Nevada Appeal www.nevadaappeal.com 775-882-2111

Northern Nevada Business Weekly www.nnbw.biz 775-770-1173

Record Courier www.recordcourier.com 775-782-5121

Reno Gazette Journal www.rgj.com 775-788-6200

Televised

KTVN Channel 2 www.ktvn.com 775-858-2222

KRNV Channel 4 www.mynews4.com 775-322-4444

KNPB Channel 5 www.knpb.org 775-784-4555

KOLO Channel 8 www.kolotv.com 775-858-8888

Small Business Development Center

Media Information


Planning and Zoning Map


Employee Information

Basic Minimum Rate (per hour) Premium Pay After Designated Hours 2

Daily Weekly

$8.25 (with no health ins. benefits provided by employer) 8 40

$7.25 (with health ins. benefits provided by employer and received by employee) 8 40

2The premium overtime pay requirement on either a daily or weekly basis is not applicable to employees who are compensated at not less than one and one-half times the minimum rate or to employees of enterprises having a gross annual sales volume of less than $250,000.The minimum wage rate may be increased annually based upon changes in the cost of living index increase. (Source: www.dol.gov 2013)

Nevada Minimum Wage Rates


Hiring and Training

The workforce in Greater- Reno Sparks Tahoe has been noted by many companies as a primary reasoning for locating in Nevada. With the skilled graduates coming out of the University, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem the talent is undeniable, and there is enough to meet the needs of even the largest employer. The challenge is matching the right employees with the right job, and we have the resources to help bridge those connections.

Applied Staffing Solutions is in the business of providing professional employment services for your company designed to lower the cost of hiring, training and employee "churn" by providing you with qualified candidates that will meet your needs. We also provide various programs to make filling your positions successful, easier and more cost effective than ever. We provide FREEDOM from the relentless onslaught of advertising for open positions, résumé reading, interviewing, and more.

We recruit for all employment positions. We have placed Account Executives, Sales Leaders, Managers, Engineers, IT Managers, Accountants, Medical Office Staff, Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and much more.

www.appliedstaffing.com Phone: 775-853-5433

Nevada JobConnect Career Centers are user-friendly facilities located throughout the state that provide businesses and job seekers with personalized attention and a variety of valuable services, including job listings, job placement, work registration, labor market information, career information and guidance, assessment, information about education and training opportunities, unemployment insurance information, information on filing for unemployment insurance, resume preparation, referrals to other partner agency services, and more.

www.nevadajobconnect.com Phone: 775-284-9600


Internship Programs

Internship programs are an often overlooked and yet highly resourceful way for many organizations to fill vacant positions.

Why should I hire interns?

• Have up to date knowledge of technology/field of study

• Bring new ideas/view points to stimulate the workplace

• Are prepared to interact in the workplace

• Reduces the cost of training new employees

• Reduces salary cost

• Increases employee retention rate

• Provides an opportunity to evaluate worker’s performance and potential before offering permanent employment

• Frees higher salaried professionals from some of their more routine tasks to work on special projects

University of Nevada Reno

College of Business Internships Contact: Jane BessettePhone: (775) 784-4912 Email: [email protected] Website: www.unr.edu/busines

Electrical Engineering Internship Program Contact: Joseph BozsikPhone: (775) 682-7736 Website: www.unr.edu/engineering

Truckee Meadows Community College

Workforce Development and Continuing Education Contact: Deb O’ GormanPhone: (775) 824-3811 Email: [email protected] Website: www.tmcc.edu

Job Placement Contact: Nancy RoePhone: (775) 857-4950 Email: [email protected]: www.tmcc.edu

Dream It Do It Nevada

Backed by The Manufacturing Institute (the 501(c)(3) arm of the National Association of Manufacturers), Dream It Do It is the national umbrella brand for driving industry growth and workforce development in regional economies.

Nevada is one of approximately 36 states currently participating in the Dream It Do It effort, which was originally created to attract workers to fill the approximately 600,000 open manufacturing jobs in the U.S.

Contact: Jonathan BegleyPhone: (775) 342-5308 Email: [email protected]: www.dreamitdoitnevada.com


Health and Wellness

Greater Reno- Sparks Tahoe is being served by four major hospitals whose facilities encompass the medical center for most of Northern Nevada. The medical professionals are among the best in the nation, as well as those who come from the local University programs that work to inspire excellence in the medical community, with their use of advanced technology.

Renown Medical Center Skill. Expertise.Technology.

Renown offers access to more healthcare services than all other providers in the region. This includes four hospitals plus northern Nevada’s only CHA (Children’s Hospital Association)-affiliated Children’s Hospital and Children’s ER. Renown Regional is the region’s only accredited Trauma Center to treat seriously injured patients. Additionally, recognized areas of excellence include Institutes specializing in heart, cancer, robotics and neurosciences. This Top 100 integrated health network offers physician access at 14 convenient medical group locations and 9 urgent care centers, and the region’s most trusted insurance provider, Hometown Health.

Renown Medical Center is located in downtown Reno and is a Level II trauma center providing specialty care including cancer, heart, neurosciences, orthopedics, surgery, intensive care, and women’s and children’s services. It also is home to a newly renovated and redesigned Children’s Hospital.

Renown South Meadows Renown South Meadows Medical Center, is the latest hospital to be built in the region with the facility including more spacious rooms, and excellent dining options. The hospital provides 24-hour emergency services as well as medical and surgical services and assisted-living facilities.

Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center

Is a 380-bed acute care and general medical/

surgical hospital located in Reno, Nev. with a complete range of services, including Women’s and Children’s services, Home Care, Hospice and Palliative Care, a nationally accredited Center for Cancer, a full-service Cardiology program, a multi-specialty Medical Group and state-of-the-art Fitness Center. Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center was named the state’s first Nationally

Additional resources: • Northern Nevada Medical Center • VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System

Accredited Breast Center of Excellence and is the only hospital offering CyberKnife, a non-invasive radiation delivery system, in northern Nevada.

•Founded: 1908, by the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael

•Affiliation: Member of Prime Healthcare Services

•Licensed Beds: 380

•Affiliated Medical Providers: 850•Volunteers: 300

•JCAHO Accredited: Yes


Moving Resources

Electricity & Gas Utility

NV Energy is the energy supplier &

power company for northern Nevada. They can help you setup residential, commercial or industrial utilities such as electricity and natural gas.

www.nvenergy.comPhone: 775-834-4444

DMV

Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles - The Department of Motor Vehicles can help with vehicle registration, title look up, driver’s license information and much more.

www.dmv.nv.govPhone: 775-684-4368

Garbage & Recycling

Waste Management

www.wm.comPhone: 775-329-8822

Telephone

AT&T

www.att.comPhone: 775-333-4811 |

Voter Registration

Register to vote, change your name, party affiliation, or address

www.washoecounty.us/votersPhone: 775-328-3670

Pet Information

Regional Animal Services can answer any questions about shelters, licensing, microchips, and permits for your furry friends

www.co.washoe.nv.us/animal Phone: 775-353-8900

Library

Washoe County Library Information- Your cultural center for learning with access to new ideas, information, and the arts

www.washoe.lib.nv.us/Phone: 775-327-8300

Movers

Colonial Van & Storage, Inc. Free estimates.

Local, long distance and international moves. Commercial, office, medical equipment moves. Total price guarantee program. Expert packing and crating. State/ Federal employee moves. Secured, vaulted storage serving the Reno-Sparks area since 1994.

www.colonialvan.comPhone: 775-352-8000


Real Estate

Property Search

Northern Nevada Regional MLS www.nnrmls.comPhone: 775-828-8838

Home Insurance

Wells Fargo www.wellsfargo.comPhone: 775-689-6000

Reno Sparks Association of Realtors

www.rsar.netPhone: 775-823-8800

Apartment & Real Estate Guide

www.apartmentguide.comwww.reno.apartments.com

Everyone needs a great place to call home. With all the beautiful properties available it will be easy to find the one to meet your needs, whether you are looking for a condo downtown, or a family home near one of our many golf courses. Our real estate community can assist you with all of the steps whether it is house hunting, financing, insurance, or finding the right appraiser.

Banks and Lenders

Wells Fargo www.wellsfargo.comPhone: 775-689-6000

Nevada State Bank

www.nsbank.comPhone: 775-852-6611

United Federal Credit Union www.unitedfcu.comPhone: 775-329-6673

International City Mortgage seeks to be the premier

provider of best-in-class mortgage products and services in the United States. We are anchored by well-defined mortgage lending principles and driven by a company culture built on a strong sense of purpose, a responsible entrepreneurial spirit, and a significant commitment to the communities we serve. We Specialize in: • Retail Mortgage Banking• New or Existing Home Purchase• Renovation Financing• Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA and Bond Financing

www.icitymortgage.com775-376-7333


Family Care

Child and Adult Care Centers

Day care providersWith over 100 local child care and preschool providers in the region you are sure to find the educational and accredited program that you desire for your child’s well being. To search for the program that meets your needs, it is recommended to ask about the caregiver/child ration and the employee turnover rate to help identify the best fits.

Nursing Homes and Care CentersWhen relocating to Nevada it is critical that the needs for all loved ones are considered and the Washoe County Senior Services are here to assist with caregivers, social and health services, community programs, adult day care, and legal matters.

www.washoecounty.us/seniorsrv/info.htmPhone: 775-328-2575

Nevada JobConnect Career Centers are user-friendly facilities located throughout the state that provide businesses and job seekers with personalized attention and a variety of valuable services, including job listings, job placement, work registration, labor market information, career information and guidance, assessment, information about education and training opportunities, unemployment insurance information, information on filing for unemployment insurance, resume preparation, referrals to other partner agency services, and more.

www.nevadajobconnect.com Phone: 775-284-9600

Spousal Job Support

Employment assistance can be provided for spouses and family members seeking work after relocation.

Applied Staffing Solutions recruits for all employment positions. We have placed Account Executives, Sales Leaders, Managers, Engineers, IT Managers, Accountants, Medical Office Staff, Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and much more.

www.appliedstaffing.comPhone: 775-853-5433


Education

K-12 Education

The Washoe County School District includes the Reno/Sparks metropolitan area, Incline Village, Gerlach, Empire, and Wadsworth. Currently there are 64 elementary schools, a special education school, 16 middle schools, 12 comprehensive high schools plus Washoe High School (an alternative school), Truckee Meadows Community College Magnet High School and the Academy for Arts, Career and Technology.

A five year strategic plan has been created, Envision WCSD 2015- Investing in Our Future, to raise expectations of students and teachers, develop actions plans based upon the best methods for teaching and learning, and invest in and challenge each student on a name and face basis to develop their potential through graduation.

www.washoe.k12.nv.usPhone: 775-348-0200

Charter Schoolswww.washoe.k12.nv.us/schools/charter-schools

Public Schoolswww.greatschools.org

Higher Education

Individuals who relocate to Nevada for the primary purpose of fulltime employment are eligible for in-state registration fees at the Nevada System of Higher Education. There are several robust university and community programs available for individuals seeking higher education. The nationally ranked programs offered at the University of Nevada, Reno exemplifies their excellence.

University of Nevada–Reno is a public institution with over 145 degree programs and the campus size is 255 acres. The university utilizes a semester based calendar and is ranked in the top 200 of national colleges, and their MBA program is ranked fourth in the country.

www.unr.eduPhone: 775-784-1110

Desert Research Institute (DRI)

is the environment research component to the Nevada System of Higher Education. DRI fosters scientific and engineering talent and is a leader in discovering the effects of natural and human-induced environmental change.

www.DRI.eduPhone: 775-673-7300

Truckee Meadows Community College boasts 13,000 students and offers associate of arts, associate of science, associate of applied science or associate of general studies degrees, one-year certificates, or certificates of completion in more than 50 career fields, including architecture, auto/diesel mechanics, criminal justice, dental hygiene, graphic design, musical theatre, nursing, and welding.

www.tmcc.edu Phone: 775-673-7000

Sierra Nevada Collegewww.sierranevada.eduPhone: 775-831-1314

Career College of Northern Nevadawww.ccnn.eduPhone: 775-856-2266

University of PhoenixPhone: 775-828-7999

Milan Institutewww.milaninstitute.edu/renoPhone: 775-355-9547

Immunization Requirment Information:775-328-3724 | www.co.washoe.nv.us/health


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Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship

In 1999, the Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship initiative was enacted into law by the Nevada Legislature, creating the Millennium Scholarship trust fund to be administered by the State Treasurer. The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents adopted policy guidelines for the administration of the scholarship.

For more detailed information regarding program requirements, please refer to the Millennium Scholarship Program Policy and Procedures of the NSHE Board of Regents at nevadatreasurer.gov.

The dollar value of the Millennium Scholarship is determined on a per-credit basis. Millennium Scholars at a NSHE community college will receive $40 per enrolled lower division credit hour and $60 per enrolled upper division credit hour. Millennium Scholars at a NSHE state college will receive $60 per enrolled credit hour. Millennium Scholars at all other eligible institutions will receive $80 per enrolled credit hour.

Millennium Scholarship funding is limited to a maximum of 12 credits per semester, counting all coursework at all institutions.

Millennium Scholarship Contact Information

Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Program Office of the State Treasurer 101 N Carson St. Suite 4 Carson City, NV 89701

(702) 486-3383 Fax: (775) 684-5776 Toll free number: (888) 477-2667

For example, a student attending a university who is enrolled in 12 semester credit hours would be eligible to receive a maximum of $960 ($80 X 12 credits). Or, a student attending a community college who is enrolled in 9 semester credit hours would be eligible to receive $360 ($40 X 9 credits), up to a total of 12 credits per term maximum.


Eligible Institution Contacts

College of Southern Nevada (702) 651-4060 admissions (702) 651-4047 financial aid www.csn.nevada.edu

Great Basin College (775) 753-2102 admissions (775) 753-2399 financial aid www.gbcnv.edu

Nevada State College (702) 992-2130 admissions (702) 992-2150 financial aid www.nsc.nevada.edu

Enrollment Requirements

Your school district will submit your name to the State Treasurer’s office if you are an eligible Millennium Scholar. There is no application form for you to complete.

To receive the benefits of the Millennium Scholarship Program, you must enroll in an eligible institution of higher education in Nevada.

It is important to remember that receiving a Millennium Scholarship does not guarantee your admission to all institutions,

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nor does it guarantee admission to all programs at the eligible institutions of higher education.

You should contact the institutions of your choice and familiarize yourself with their admissions procedures and requirements. It is recommended that students speak to their high school counselors regarding an advanced high school diploma if they plan to attend UNLV or UNR.

After your admission to an eligible institution, there are two requirements of enrollment you

must meet to receive the benefits of the scholarship:

1. Enroll each semester in a minimum of 6 credits at a NSHE community college or 12 credits at another eligible institution;

2. You must enroll in a program of study leading to a recognized associate degree, baccalaureate degree, or pre-baccalaureate certificate.

Sierra Nevada College (775) 831-1314 x 7411 admissions (775) 831-1314 x 7404 financial aid www.sierranevada.edu

Truckee Meadows Community College (775) 673-7042 admissions (775) 673-7072 financial aid www.tmcc.edu

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (702) 774-UNLV recruitment (702) 895-3424 financial aid www.unlv.edu

University of Nevada, Reno (775) 784-4700 admissions (775) 784-4666 financial aid www.unr.edu

Roseman University of Health Sciences (702) 968-2049 registrar (702) 968-2004 financial aid www.roseman.edu

Western Nevada College (775) 445-3277 admissions (775) 445-3264 financial aid www.wnc.edu


Events and Activites

Reno- Sparks Tahoe has an abundance of events and activities for every day of the week, and every weekend. With the gorgeous climate the community has developed events for every season from the Reno River Festival at the historical downtown white water park to the BBQ Brews and Blues Festival in the fall.

For More Information Check Out:

The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority. The RSCVA, was established in 1959 as the Washoe County Fair and Recreation Board. The RSCVA acts as a marketing organization for the county to promote convention and tourism business.

www.visitrenotahoe.com

A preview of some of the activities includes:

• Cinco de Mayo • Reno River Festival • Reno-Tahoe Odyssey • Rock N Roll Revival • Street Vibrations - Spring • PRCA Xtreme Bulls • Reno Rodeo • BBQ Brews & Blues • US Open of Watercross • Reno 500 • Triple-A All-Star Game • Wanderlust Festival • Tour de Nez-Vada • Reno-Tahoe Open • Lake Tahoe Summerfest • Hot August Nights • Barrett-Jackson Auction • Lucas Oil Off Road Racing • GrandVenture Sports Festival • Rib Cook-Off • Reno Balloon Races • Camel Races • Reno Air Races • Street Vibrations - Fall • Great Italian Festival • NV Chamber Music Festival• Burning Man


Arts & Culture

Little City, Big Culture Greater Reno-Sparks-Tahoe offers world class museums, art galleries, orchestras, theaters, and festivals to celebrate the vibrant art community.

Pioneer Center for Performing Arts Pioneer Center is the home of our area’s most prominent performing arts organizations: the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra, Nevada Opera Association, Reno Concerts, and A.V.A. Ballet Theatre. In addition, PCPA hosts its own Broadway Comes to Reno series now in its thirteenth season. Over 150,000 people from Reno, Sparks and rural areas throughout northern Nevada visit Pioneer Center annually.


Artown Artown brings the arts to life in Reno each July with a packed calendar of events. Artown captures the imagination and brings with it a celebration of distinguished artists from around the world, across the country and those that live in our community all for the sake of cultural diversity and artistic innovation.

Reno Philharmonic Orchestra The Reno Philharmonic Association is the largest performing arts organization in the region, with over 60 professional musicians under the leadership of Music Director Laura Jackson. They perform in Reno, Carson Valley, and the Lake Tahoe region in various outdoor and indoor venues.

Nevada Museum of Art Join the Museum for an intimate discussion with visiting artists and specialists during an Art Bite, enjoy a summer evening with the Museum for its annual A Taste for Art fundraiser or explore the exhibitions on display by participating in an opening lecture as visiting scholars provide in depth information and visual cues to enjoy.

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor has become one of the outstanding outdoor cultural events in the United States. In addition to producing professional Shakespeare for over 22,000 patrons each summer, our Monday Night Showcase, featuring the best of the region’s arts and culture organizations, reaches an additional 3,500 customers.


State Parks

Nevada is home to 25 state parks, including the majestic 22 mile long Lake Tahoe and the Mormon Station in Genoa showcasing the regions rich history. There are natural lakes, man-made reservoirs and alpine forests.

If your inner adventurer prefers fishing, hiking, star-gazing, skiing, ice skating, mountain biking, or nearly any activity in between there is a recreational area to plan your next day trip, or weekend getaway. Washoe County alone can provide 73 unique trails for hiking.



Regional Parks

Lazy 5 Regional Park: 7100 Pyramid Lake Hwy.Spanish Springs 775-424-1866

Cold Springs Park: 3355 White Lake ParkwayCold Springs 775-971-8561

Sun Valley Community Park: 115 W. Sixth AvenueSun Valley 775-674-8555

Lemmon ValleyCommunity Park: 325 Patrician DriveLemmon Valley 775-971-8561


North Valleys Regional Park: 8085 Silver Lake RoadStead775-971-8561

Ranch San Rafael Regional Park: 1595 N. Sierra StreetReno 775-785-4512

Bartley Ranch Regional Park: 6000 Bartley Ranch RoadReno 775-828-6612

South Valleys Regional Park: 15650 Wedge ParkwayReno 775-849-1825

Hidden Valley Regional Park: 4740 Parkway DriveReno 775-828-6612

Galena Creek Regional Park: 18350 Mt. Rose HighwayReno 775-849-2511

Davis Creek Regional Park: 25 Davis CreekWashoe Valley 775-849-0684

Bowers Mansion Regional Park: 4005 US Highway 395Washoe Valley 775-849-1825

For more details on outdoor locations and facilities and activities please visit:

www.washoecountyparks.com www.cityofreno.com www.cityofsparks.us

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYOF WESTERN NEVADA

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local partnerships, regional respect and cooperation

and a national reputation for innovation

and creativity.

EDAWN is a private/public partnership established in 1983 committed to recruiting, expanding, and supporting newly-

formed quality companies that bring jobs to the region and have a positive economic impact on the quality of life in

Greater Reno-Sparks-Tahoe.

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