On Feb. 18, the Churchill County Board of Commissioners held a brief meeting to ratify a transportation grant and approve board reappointments. Commissioners also recognized local student-athletes for recent regional and state accomplishments.
The Board considered ratifying a grant between the Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division and Churchill County Social Services. This grant was awarded to CART to provide transportation services to Reno for residents aged 60 or older, and is retroactive to October 2025.
The grant total is $40,382.28, with $27,800 for personnel, $5,400 for travel, $3,400 for operating costs, $850 for other costs, and $3,000 for indirect costs. The grant also requires a $6,057 match and is funded through the Independent Living Grant. Commissioners approved the grant unanimously.
Under new business, commissioners discussed reappointing Hillary Paige Hiskett to the Churchill County Cemetery Board. The four-year term is retroactive to Jan. 1, 2026, and runs until Dec. 31, 2029. According to County Manager Chris Spross, “Hillary has done a great job with the cemetery board, and we’d love to have her back.” The motion to reappoint Hiskett was approved unanimously.
Board members also considered reappointing Dawn Whitten to the Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) Board as Churchill County representative. The term runs from Mar. 6, 2026, to Mar. 31, 2028. Commissioners highlighted Whitten’s background, including her certifications in food safety, HR, and leadership, as well as her more than 30 years in food service. The motion passed unanimously.
Under staff reports, commissioners congratulated the CCHS girls' basketball team for being regional champs and advancing to the state tournament. Commissioners also recognized Carson Melendy as the second student in school history to ever become a four-time state wrestling champion.
Staff members also reported approximately $242,900 in January interest income. In addition, Pam Moore announced her upcoming retirement, noting that her final day will be March 11, with her official retirement date set for April 2.
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