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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Douglas County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Pine Nut turkeys
NDOW biologists will brief the board on how wild turkeys are doing in the Pine Nut Mountains. It matters for hunters and for anyone who's noticed the birds spreading through the foothills.
Reptile and amphibian hobby collecting
New 2027-2028 seasons and limits are proposed for non-commercial collecting of unprotected reptiles and amphibians. Hobby collectors and herpetology enthusiasts should watch this one.
Executive Order 2026-003 regulatory review
Under Governor Lombardo's order requiring all agencies to review their rules, the board will consider which state wildlife regulations to streamline or repeal. Changes here could affect hunters, anglers, and wildlife businesses statewide.
2027-2028 Falconry Raptor Seasons
The board will review proposed season dates, species, quotas, and application deadlines for falconry raptor take over the next two years. Falconers in Douglas County will want to follow this before the state commission finalizes it.
Destruction of property regulation
A draft state regulation would tighten rules on destroying private property while engaged in wildlife activity, and add demerit points for violators. Landowners and hunters both have a stake in how this is drawn.
Flood Mitigation Funding and Grant Matching
Residents are questioning how the county sources matching funds for flood mitigation grants and whether money is being diverted from road maintenance.
Lake Tahoe Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Compliance
The county renewed its five-year interlocal agreement with NDEP to continue stormwater management and pollution control efforts aimed at improving Lake Tahoe's water clarity.
Proposed Minden Cell Tower on Highway 88
The board continued an appeal regarding a controversial cell tower proposed near a fire station and daycare, as Verizon pursues an alternate location along Highway 88.