Committees

INFO: The Nevada Veterans' Cemetery Advisory Committee is an official panel that provides guidance and oversight for Nevada's state-run veterans' cemeteries in Fernley and Boulder City. Composed largely of veterans representing service organizations, the committee advises the state on maintaining and operating these cemeteries with the dignity, honor, and respect that deceased veterans and their families deserve. It reviews issues ranging from grounds maintenance and expansion plans to burial services and eligibility rules, ensuring the cemeteries meet the high standards expected by the veteran community and adhere to federal guidelines.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 417, specifically NRS 417.210. Provides advice and recommendations to the Director of the Nevada Department of Veterans Services regarding the operation, maintenance, and needs of the state's veterans' cemeteries. Responsibilities include reviewing the annual budget, providing input on policies, advising on future needs and expansion, and acting as a public forum for the veteran community.
MEETINGS: Required by state law to meet at least once per quarter. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website.

INFO: The Northern Regional Behavioral Health Policy Board is a governor-appointed body responsible for overseeing and planning the public behavioral health system across Northern Nevada's counties. Its role is to identify the most critical needs in the region—such as access to crisis care, outpatient services, and substance use treatment—and to guide state and local resources to meet those needs. The board brings together experts, providers, consumers, and local officials to create a coordinated regional strategy to improve the mental health and well-being of the residents in its jurisdiction.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 439, specifically NRS 439.500 to 439.590. Develops, implements, and monitors a regional plan for the delivery of behavioral health services (mental health and substance use disorder services) in Northern Nevada. Responsibilities include conducting needs assessments, making budget recommendations to the state, promoting system coordination, and tracking performance outcomes to ensure services are effective and responsive to community needs.
MEETINGS: Required by state law to meet at least four times per year. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website.

INFO: Trust fund for future retirement benefits of local governmental employees and their spouses and dependents. Impacts the investment decisions while following state laws.

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MANDATES: NRS 287.017, 355.220. Code Section 115. 4 year terms. That local government may, within the limitations of its budget, make contributions to the trust fund in such an amount as it determines, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, to be appropriate to provide, in whole or in part, the funding necessary for any future retirement benefits to which the retired employees of that local government and the spouses and dependents of those employees may be entitled pursuant to the benefits plan of that local government.
MEETINGS: Sometimes meets quarterly.

INFO: The Nevada Oversight Panel for Convention Facilities is a governor-appointed board responsible for reviewing and approving requests for state funding for major convention center projects, primarily in Clark and Washoe counties. The Panel ensures that any use of state-authorized tax revenue for these projects is justified, meets statutory requirements, and aligns with the goal of boosting economic development and tourism through expanded convention capacity. It acts as a fiscal watchdog for significant public investments in tourism infrastructure.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 231, specifically NRS 231.152. Provides oversight and approves the use of state-authorized funding for the construction, expansion, or renovation of convention facilities in counties with a large population. Ensures public funds are used appropriately and effectively to boost economic development and tourism.
MEETINGS: Required to meet at least once per quarter. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website.

INFO: The Nevada Private Investigator's License Board is the state agency responsible for licensing and regulating all private investigators in Nevada. Its primary role is to ensure that individuals and firms offering investigative services to the public are qualified, trustworthy, and operate within the law. The Board processes license applications, conducts thorough background checks, establishes ethical rules for the profession, and investigates complaints from the public. It has the authority to discipline licensees for violations, including imposing fines or suspending and revoking licenses, which provides a critical layer of consumer protection for those hiring investigative services.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 648. Protects the public by regulating and licensing qualified professionals in the private investigation industry. Ensures that licensees meet minimum standards of competence, experience, and ethical conduct. Responsibilities include reviewing applications, conducting background checks, establishing rules, investigating complaints, and imposing disciplinary actions.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website. Members are appointed by the Governor of Nevada.

INFO: The Nevada Psychedelic Medicines Working Group is a temporary legislative task force created to research the science, policy, and practical considerations around the therapeutic use of psychedelic substances like psilocybin and MDMA. In response to promising clinical research on treating conditions such as PTSD, depression, and addiction, the group is charged with providing a formal report and recommendations to the legislature on the potential benefits, risks, and a possible framework for allowing regulated, therapeutic access under professional guidance in Nevada.

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MANDATES: Authorized by Assembly Bill 242 (2023). Studies the potential therapeutic uses of psychedelic medicines. Tasks include analyzing current research, assessing the needs of specific populations like veterans, and making recommendations on whether and how to create a state-regulated access program for therapeutic use.
MEETINGS: Mandated to meet at least three times. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website. Members are appointed by the Governor, the Senate Majority Leader, and the Speaker of the Assembly.

INFO: The Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) is the state agency that regulates investor-owned electric, natural gas, water, and telecommunications companies. It acts as a regulatory watchdog, balancing the interests of consumers with the financial health of utility companies. The PUCN does not set rates arbitrarily; it holds formal, court-like proceedings where utilities must justify their requested rate increases and prove their costs are prudent. The Commission also approves utility infrastructure projects, enforces service quality rules, and handles consumer complaints to ensure Nevadans receive essential services at fair prices.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 703. Ensures that utility services provided to Nevada citizens are safe, adequate, and reliable, and that the rates charged are just and reasonable. Responsibilities include conducting rate cases, reviewing integrated resource plans for electric utilities, adjudicating disputes, and operating a consumer complaint division.
MEETINGS: Meets weekly. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website. Commissioners are appointed by the Governor of Nevada.

INFO: The Nevada Radiation Therapy and Radiologic Imaging Advisory Committee is an official panel of experts appointed to advise the state's regulatory boards on the technical and safety aspects of using radiation in medicine. It serves as a specialized consulting body, reviewing proposed rules, educational requirements, and safety standards for radiologic professions. Its recommendations directly inform the decisions of the licensing boards, ensuring that regulations for radiation therapists, technologists, and other imaging professionals are practical, current, and prioritize patient and worker safety.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 653.450. Reviews and makes recommendations to the State Board of Health and the Board of Examiners concerning all matters relating to the practice of radiation therapy and radiologic imaging. Responsibilities include advising on standards of safety, examinations for licensure, and regulations governing these medical practices.
MEETINGS: Meets at least twice per year. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website. Members are appointed by the Director of the Department of Health and Human Services.

INFO: The Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board (RAAB) plays a key role in advancing the goals of the Redevelopment Agency by assessing proposed redevelopment projects and providing recommendations to the Redevelopment Agency Board

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MANDATES: The Redevelopment Agency Board is currently comprised of the Mayor, who serves as the Chairperson, and the members of the Reno City Council, who serve on the Board. The Chairperson and the members of the Board are all voting members. Nine members appointed by the Redevelopment Agency Board and represents residents, business owners, and property owners within the redevelopment areas with diverse expertise and experience related to redevelopment.
MEETINGS: The number of meetings per month and a schedule of meeting dates shall be established by the Chair of the REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADVISORY BOARD “RAAB” and the RENO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.

INFO: The purpose of the Redevelopment Agency is to attract and assist businesses both independently and through public-private partnerships, to energize the Truckee River, to eliminate physical and social blight, and to develop a mix of uses including quality downtown housing, all of which will improve the quality of life for our citizens, create value, and position the City as the economic, civic, recreational, cultural, and entertainment capital of the region.

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MANDATES: Sec. 8.12.027.
Review these 4 plans on the City website:
* Redevelopment District Streetscape Master Plan
* Entertainment Core Revitalization Plan 02-09-1999
* River Corridor Action Plan 08-20-1996
* Amend Downtown Redevelopment Area Redevelopment Plan 11-27-1990
MEETINGS: Enforcement of decorum rules by charging offenders with a misdemeanor. Meets about 5 times a year.

INFO: The Nevada Regional Transmission Coordination Task Force was a temporary, legislative-mandated group tasked with analyzing how Nevada can better plan and coordinate with other western states to build new high-voltage power lines. Its goal was to identify barriers and opportunities for improving the regional grid to enhance reliability, reduce costs for consumers, and facilitate the integration of new renewable energy projects to meet state climate goals. The task force completed its work and submitted a final report with recommendations to the legislature in December 2023.

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MANDATES: Authorized by Senate Bill 448 (2023). Studied and evaluated issues relating to the coordination of transmission planning and development in the western electrical grid, with a specific focus on Nevada's role, benefits, and opportunities.
MEETINGS: Met at least three times in 2023. All agendas, minutes, and the final report are archived on the Governor's Office of Energy website. The Director of the Governor's Office of Energy served as Chair; members were various ex officio representatives and appointees.

INFO: The Regional Water Planning Commission RWPC was created in 1995 to provide a forum and method for the planning and coordination of water use, flood control and wastewater management throughout the region.
The RWPC is comprised of 9 voting members and alternates, and 8 non-voting members and alternates.

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MEETINGS: Meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of each month, at 1:30 p.m., at the Washoe County Administrative Complex, at 9th and Wells, in the County Commission Chambers (unless otherwise posted). All meetings are open to the public.

INFO: The work of the RACC is anchored in the idea that arts and culture are created and consumed in a dynamic ecosystem within the community. Reno’s creative ecosystem is substantially more robust than comparable cities with a large number of nonprofit cultural organizations, small and large arts-related business, music, schools and universities and individual artists and creative workers of all types. Supporting all of these formal and structured creative entities are the thoughts of Reno citizens who attend and support arts activities throughout the City.

The RACC believes that ALL Reno citizens should be able to participate in a creative life.

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MANDATES: Reviews funding artists for various city opportunities and presents funding recommendations to City Council. Annual funding recommendation totals unknown.
MEETINGS: Met monthly until April 2025 when put on pause.

INFO: * Review and evaluate the city's investment policy annually and recommend changes to the City Council.
* Annually review the comprehensive annual financial report, management letter and budget document.
* Review annually, revenue estimating procedures and recommend changes as necessary.
* Examine the city's financial condition and make recommendations for improvement.

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MANDATES: Ordinance No. 6647. Code Title 2 Article VII. The Financial Advisory Board reviews current policies and procedures relating to City finances and makes recommendations for improving the City's financial condition. 11 members appointed by the City Council.
MEETINGS: The second Thursday every month at 3:30 PM

INFO: The purpose of the Historical Resources Commission (HRC) is to act as the official advisor to the City of Reno on matters relating to the historic preservation of cultural resources and buildings. The Commission recommends to the Council possible uses and funding options for historic buildings, places and sites. The HRC also suggests policy and ordinance changes to the City Council relating to historic buildings and sites.

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MANDATES: Ch 18.08.904 . The HRC shall consist of seven members, who are residents of the State of Nevada, each appointed by an affirmative vote of no less than four members of the City Council, which includes the mayor. At all times, five commissioners shall be residents of the City of Reno.
MEETINGS: Meets 9-11 times a year

INFO: The Board of Commissioners are responsible for setting policy and supervising the Executive Director.

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MANDATES: They are appointed by the Mayor of Reno and confirmed by the City Council to serve four-year terms. One of the five must be a tenant in an RHA program.
MEETINGS: Meets about once per month

INFO: The Human Rights Commission was created to serve as a forum for discussion of human rights issues and to propose solutions for the improvement of human relations in the city, and will make recommendations to the City Council with regard to the development of programs for the promotion of social justice, diversity/inclusion, equal opportunity and human dignity among all citizens and visitors of the city. Meetings discussed many local events.

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MANDATES: Not in City code.
MEETINGS: Meets Quarterly. Has not met in 2025.