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Mayor Lawson’s Public Records Power Grab, AB 51.

Sparks Mayor Ed Lawson is apparently channeling his social media rantings into actual legislation. AB51, the "We'd Rather You Didn't Look Too Closely" bill, aims to make public records about as accessible as Fort Knox – but with more paperwork. The irony is rich: The League of Cities, who

The Toll Road Nobody Asked For …

Yesterday Picon wrote about Mayor Lawson and his two buddies who are getting, yet again, a contract with the City of Sparks to help carry the Truckee Meadows Public Land Management Act being sponsored by U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen. The City of Sparks' latest moves raise serious questions about gover

Here They Come Again

The February 24, 2025 Sparks City Council meeting agenda includes a notable consent item (#8) proposing $160,000 in consulting contracts related to the Truckee Meadows Public Land Management Act. The proposal would award $80,000 each to SB Strategic Consulting Inc. and Barrett Resources for public o

Beyond Valentine's Day: Our Seniors Need More Than Cards

Yes, Sparks Councilmember Donald Abbott's Valentine's Day cards for seniors is a sweet gesture. For five years, he's brought smiles to seniors' faces - for one day. But what about the other 364 days when our seniors: Choose between buying groceries or medicine Face eviction notices because th

What's Brown Hiding? ROV Selection Committee Signed NDAs ?

When did selecting a Registrar of Voters become a classified operation? County Manager Eric Brown has turned what should be a transparent process into a closed-door affair, complete with non-disclosure agreements. Let that sink in: A committee filled with county employees selecting someone to overs

Disparage Me!

Welcome to the latest episode of "Who Really Cares About Seniors?" starring our very own Washoe County Commission. In this corner: Commissioner Mike Clark, actual admitted senior citizen and long-time champion of senior issues. In that corner: Commissioner Clara "Photo Op" Andr

He’s Back! The Return Nobody Asked For …

Microwave another bag of popcorn, folks. Sparks Mayor Ed Lawson is back on Facebook, and he's brought his signature mix of confusion, complaints, and unintentional comedy, at the expense of the residents of Sparks.

Oh, Kathleen. Kathleen, Kathleen, Kathleen.

Reno City Councilmember Killjoy Kathleen is still pushing Renoites to use her campaign email ( Kathleen@TaylorforReno.com ) for official city business. Because apparently, proper government channels are just too... governmental? In her eager attempt to dodge public records requirements, Taylor has

Drama at City Hall: When Hillary Met Killjoy Kathleen

Move over, reality TV, and for more City of Reno political theatre. The latest drama unfolding at Reno City Council has everything: surprise votes, heated exchanges, and an off-camera showdown that's got everyone talking. Our story begins with Vice Mayor Kathleen "Killjoy" Taylor dropping

Developer's Best Friend: Devon Reese's Latest Housing Hustle

While reading today's Reno Gazette Journal, we couldn't help but cheer their coverage of the latest development debacle in the City of Reno - you know, the one Councilmember Devon Reese is championing from his million-dollar perch in Somersett. Speaking of Somersett... Isn't it fascinating how Re

Has Jeanne Herman Been Played Again?

Just when everyone thought the Registrar of Voters carousel might stop spinning, Commissioner Jeanne Herman assured us all was well. The hand-picked candidate would be "wonderful." Take a deep breath, relax - the drama's over, right? Plot twist: It's Andrew McDonald. Yes, THAT Andrew McDo

County Manager Brown - Where's the Accountability for Allowing the Public to be Mislead?