2009 Nevada Small Business and Community Development

TECHNICAL REPORT UCED 2009/10-04

2009 NEVADA

SMALL BUSINESS

AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

RESOURCE

DIRECTORY

1 2 2009 Nevada Small Business and Community Development Resource Directory

Compiled by

Daniel D. Stewart

and

Thomas R. Harris

Dan Stewart is a Graduate Research Associate at the University Center for Economic Development in the Department of Resource Economics at the University of Nevada, Reno

Thomas R. Harris is a Professor in the Department of Resource Economics and Director of the University Center for Economic Development at the University of Nevada, Reno.

University Center for Economic Development Department of Resource Economics University of Nevada, Reno Reno, Nevada (775) 784-1681

September 2009

The University of Nevada, Reno is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation in any program or activity it operates. The University of Nevada employs only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

3 This publication, 2009 Nevada Small Business and Community Development Resource Directory, was published by the University of Nevada Economic Development Center. Funds for the publication were provided by the Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station and the United States Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration under University Centers Program contract #07-66-05878. This publication's statements, findings, conclusions, recommendations, and/or data represent solely the findings and views of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of the United States Department of Commerce, the Economic Development Administration, University of Nevada, Reno, or any reference sources used or quoted by this study. Reference to research projects, programs, books, magazines, or newspaper articles does not imply an endorsement or recommendation by the author unless otherwise stated. Correspondence regarding this document should be sent to:

Thomas R. Harris, Director University Center for Economic Development Department of Resource Economics Mail Stop 204 University of Nevada, Reno Reno, Nevada 89557-0204

UCED University of Nevada, Reno College of Agriculture, Biotechnology, & Natural Resources Department of Resource Economics College of Cooperative Extension

1 ARTS

CAPITOL CITY ARTS INITIATIVE The Capital City Arts Initiative is an artist-centered organization committed to the encouragement and support of artists and the arts and culture of Carson City and the surrounding region.

Sharon Rosse, Executive Director P.O. Box 1333 Carson City, NV 89702 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: http://arts-initiative.org/

CARSON VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL In partnership with businesses, schools, arts organizations and the community, CVAC actively works to bring artists, a diversity of art forms, and audiences together in its rural community.

1572 Hwy 395 Minden, NV 89423 PHONE: (775) 782-8207 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: http://cvartscouncil.com.

CHURCHILL ARTS COUNCIL This private, non-profit arts organization was formed in 1986. They are dedicated to bringing a diversity of high quality performing and visual arts events to the citizens of Fallon, Churchill County and northern Nevada.

Valerie Serpa P.O. Box 2204 Fallon, NV 89407 PHONE: (775) 423-1440 FAX: (775) 423-0779 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. churchillarts .org

CITY OF HENDERSON DEPARTMENT OF ARTS AND TOURISM 200 Water Street Henderson, NV 89015 PHONE: (702) 267-2171 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: http://hendersonlive.com/

MESQUITE ARTS COUNCIL The Mesquite Arts Council develops appreciation for and participation in the performance and fine arts demonstrating ethnic and cultural diversity in both the professional and amateur ranks.

180 North Willow St. Mesquite, NV 89027 1 PHONE: (702) 346- 2787 WEB: http://mesquiteartscouncil.com/

NEVADA ARTS ADVOCATES NAA exists to encourage Nevadans to participate in and enjoy the arts. They develop and support cultural and educational activities designed to sustain funding and foster appreciation of the arts.

7555 Spanish Bay Drive Las Vegas, Nevada 89113 PHONE: (702)362-8885 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: http://nvartsadvocates.org/.

NEVADA STATE ARTS COUNCIL This state agency provides grants and technical assistance for arts and humanities events or projects, public art, folk art, cultural facilities, local arts organizations, cultural tourism, and historic preservation and interpretation.

Susan Boskoff, Director Carson City Office 716 N. Carson St., Ste A Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 687-6680 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: http://nevadaculture.org/.

SIERRA ARTS FOUNDATION The mission of this organization is to develop and support local artists who are committed to our community by providing funding, education for all ages, and by developing spaces and places for artists to display or perform their work – especially places that benefit from art “beautification” and economic development and revitalization.

Jill Berryman, Executive Director 17 South Virginia Street, Suite 120 Reno, NV 89509 PHONE: (775) 329-2787 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: http://www.sierra-arts.org/.

ASSOCIATIONS

GREATER LAS VEGAS ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS The purpose of the Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors is to serve its members by providing programs and services that enhance members’ freedom and ability to conduct their real estate practices successfully with integrity and competence and through collective action promote and protect private property rights.

1750 E Sahara Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89104-3706 PHONE: (702) 784-5000 FAX: (702) 784-5060 WEB: www.lasvegasrealtor.com.

2 NEVADA ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES The mission of the NACO is to encourage county government to adopt and maintain local, regional, state and national cooperation which will result in a positive influence on public policy and optimize the management of county resources, and to provide valuable education and support services that will maximize efficiency and foster public trust in county government.

Jeffrey Fontaine, Executive Director 201 S. Roop Street, Ste. 101 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 883-7863 FAX: (775) 883-7398 WEB: www.nvnaco.org

NEVADA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS NVAR is the largest trade association in Nevada, representing more than 20,000 Nevada realtors belonging to five local associations.

Sally Young, CEO 760 Margrave Drive, Suite 200 Reno, NV 89502 PHONE: (775) 829-5911 FAX: (775) 829-5915 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: http://nvrealtors.org.

NEVADA CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION This organization promotes a dynamic and profitable Nevada beef industry, which represents the interests of its producers and consistently meets consumer needs while increasing Nevada’s market share.

Dan Gralian P.O. Box 310 Elko, NV 89803 PHONE: (775) 738-9214 FAX: (775) 738-5208 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nevadacattlemen.org.

NEVADA DENTAL ASSOCIATION The Nevada Dental Association provides its members services that promote the highest standards of care for the public and inspires members in the pursuit of professional excellence and personal fulfillment through education, leadership and communication.

Dr. Robert Talley, DDS, Executive Director 8863 W. Flamingo Rd., Suite 102 Las Vegas, NV 89147-8718 PHONE: (702) 255-4211 FAX: (702) 255-3302 EMAIL: [email protected]

3 NEVADA MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION The Nevada Manufacturers Association (NMA) is a trade group that advocates for manufacturing companies in Nevada. NMA focuses its efforts at the state level with limited involvement in federal and local issues.

Ray Bacon, Executive Director 963 Topsy Lane, #306-182 Carson City, Nevada 89705 PHONE: (775) 882-6662 EMAIL: [email protected]. WEB: www.nvmfrs.org.

NEVADA MINING ASSOCIATION The Nevada Mining Association serves to bring the mining industry together to speak with one voice and utilize best practices in the areas of regulatory affairs, policy, education, safety, environment, human resources and public outreach. The Association represents its members before the Nevada Legislature, U.S. Congress, state and local agencies, and other interest groups.

Tim Crowley, President 5250 S Virginia St., Suite 220 Reno, NV 89502 PHONE: (775) 829-2121 FAX: (775) 829-2148 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nevadamining.org.

NEVADA PETROLEUM MARKETERS & CONVIENIENCE STORE ASSOCIATION The NPM&CSA is a member of the Petroleum Marketers Association of America, which nationally unifies petroleum marketers through their state and regional associations in order to effectively further the common business interests of the petroleum marketing industry. Each state organization works as an active voice for petroleum marketers and convenience store operators with state government agencies and with state legislatures.

Peter D. Krueger, State Executive P.O. Box 12431 Reno NV, 89510 PHONE: (775) 348-1888 FAX: (775) 348-2011 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.wpma.com/nevada.

4 NEVADA RETAIL ASSOCIATION This association strengthens the business environment for Nevada retailers. They provide an aggressive government relations program which supports retail industry needs through effective lobbying at federal, state and local levels. They also provide timely research and distribution of information as well as educational programs and seminars.

Mary Lau, President and CEO 50 Washington Street Reno, NV 89503-5603 PHONE: (775) 882-1700 FAX: (775) 882-1713 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.rannv.org.

NEVADA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION The Nevada Restaurant Association provides representation, education, training, and information for its members to encourage friendly cooperation and enable association industries to better serve the public.

1500 E. Tropicana Ave., # 114 A Las Vegas, NV 89119-6516 PHONE: (702) 878-2313 FAX: (702) 740-8606 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nvrestaurants.com

NEVADA HOTEL AND LODGING ASSOCIATION The purpose of this Association is to preserve and promote the lodging industry in Nevada; to serve its members in all ways that are properly within the scope of a representative trade association; to advance and promote practical and fair cooperation with the Nevada and United States Governmental agencies on behalf of the Association members; to advance and promote public relations in the interest of the industry; to encourage and uphold always a spirit of friendly, aggressive and reciprocal cooperation among the members of the association; to enable those engaged in the lodging industry in Nevada to better serve the public.

2820 West Charleston Blvd., Suite 41 Las Vegas, Nevada 89102 TOLL FREE: (866) 599-6452 OFFICE: (702) 878-9272 FAX: (702) 878-5009

WEB: www.nvhotels.com/association.asp.

NEVADA STAFFING ASSOCIATION The Nevada Staffing Association is the voice of the local staffing industry. This organization promotes the interests of its members through legal and legislative advocacy, public relations, education, and the establishment of high standards of ethical conduct.

Cottia Bender, President P.O. Box 11112 Reno, NV 89510 PHONE: (775) 826-7372 EMAIL: [email protected]

5 WEB: www.nevadastaffingassociation.com.

NEVADA STATE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION The primary mission of NSEA is to advocate for the professional rights and economic security of its members, while also serving as the prominent voice for excellence in public education in Nevada.

Lynn Warne, President EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nsea-nv.org

3511 E. Harmon Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89121 PHONE: (702)733-7330 FAX: (702)733-6004

1890 Donald Street Reno, NV 89502 PHONE: (775) 828-6732 FAX: (775) 828-6745

557 W. Silver, Suite 203 Elko, NV 89801 PHONE: (775) 777-8361 FAX: (775) 777-8362

NEVADA TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION Larry W. Bennett, President 501 South Carson City Street, Suite 301 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 882-2697 FAX: (775) 882-8938 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nevadataxpayers.org

NORTHWEST NEVADA HAY MARKETING ASSOCIATION Northwest is a non-profit hay cooperative that locates buyers for Nevada hay growers.

Michael Gast, Executive Director 530 Melarky St., Suite 201 Winnemucca, NV 89445-3130 PHONE: (775) 623-1101 FAX: (775) 623-1144

PEACE OFFICERS RESEARCH ASSOICATION OF NEVADA The Peace Officers Research Association of Nevada (PORAN) was incorporated in 1990 as a professional federation of local and state law enforcement associations. PORAN’s objective is to promote the economic, professional, and social welfare of law enforcement.

Bill Ames, President P.O. Box 40415 Reno NV, 89504-0415 EMAIL: [email protected] 6 WEB: www.poran.org. BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT

This federal agency is part of the U.S. Department of the Interior. It manages large federal land holdings in Nevada on an ecosystem basis for multiple purposes such as grazing, timber, recreation, wildlife habitat, and others. WEB: www. blm .gov. Nevada BLM: www.nv.blm.gov.

BATTLE MOUNTAIN RED ROCK 50 Bastian Rd. 1000 Scenic Dr. Battle Mountain, NV 89820-2332 Las Vegas, NV 89128 PHONE: (775) 635-4000 PHONE: (702) 363-1921 FAX: (775) 635-4034 FAX: (702) 363-6779

CARLIN TONOPAH 103 Hamilton 1553 Main St. Carlin, NV 89822 Tonopah, NV 89049 PHONE: (775) 754-6961 PHONE: (775) 482-7800 FAX: (775) 482-7810

ELKO WELLS 3900 Idaho St. 205 Humboldt Ave. Elko, NV 89801-4611 Wells, NV 89835 PHONE: (775) 753-0200 PHONE: (775) 752-3183 FAX: (775) 753-0260 FAX: (775) 752-2394

LAS VEGAS WINNEMUCCA 4765 Vegas Dr. 5100 E Winnemucca Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89108-2135 Winnemucca, NV 89446 PHONE: (702) 647-5000 PHONE: (775) 623-1500 FAX: (702) 647-5023 FAX: (775) 623-1503

MCDERMITT CARSON CITY HWY. 95 5665 Morgan Mill Road McDermitt, NV 89421 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 532-8711 PHONE: (775) 885-6000

7 CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

Chambers of Commerce are membership business organizations that work to develop and advance the economic vitality of their communities. Activities often include recruiting businesses, providing tourism information, promoting joint retail sectors, and organizing community events. Membership may be open to home-based businesses, government units, nonprofit organizations and private individuals. Chamber presidents change annually, therefore, they are not listed below.

GREATER AUSTIN CHAMBER OF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CARSON VALLEY COMMERCE 1477 U.S. Highway 395, Suite A P.O. Box 212 Gardnerville, NV 89410 Austin, NV 89310 PHONE: (775) 782-8144 PHONE: (775) 964-2200 FAX: (775) 782-1025 FAX: (775) 964-2447 WEB: www.carsonvalleynv.org. WEB: www.austinnevada.com.

BATTLE MOUNTAIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHURCHILL COMMERCE COUNTY 625 S. Broad Street 65 S Main, # C Battle Mountain, NV 89820 Fallon, NV 89406 PHONE: (775) 635-8245 PHONE: (775) 423-2544 FAX: (775) 635-8064 FAX: (775) 423-0504 WEB: www.battlemountainchamber.com. WEB: www.fallonchamber.com.

BEATTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ELKO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE P.O. Box 956 1405 Idaho St. Beatty, NV 89003 Elko, NV 89801 PHONE: (775) 553-2424 PHONE: (775) 738-7135 FAX: (775) 553-2424 FAX: (775) 738-7136 WEB: www.beattynevada.org. WEB: www.elkonevada.com.

BOULDER CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ELY 465 Nevada Way 636 Aultman St. Boulder City, NV 89005 Ely, NV 89301 PHONE: (702) 293-2034 PHONE: (775) 289-8877 FAX: (702) 293-0574 FAX: (775) 289-6144 WEB: www.boulder-city-chamber.com. WEB: www.whitepinechamber.com.

GREATER LINCOLN COUNTY CHAMBER OF FALLON CAHMBER OF COMMERCE COMMERCE 85 N. Taylor Street P.O. Box 915 Fallon, NV 89406 Panaca, NV 89042 PHONE: (775)423.2544 WEB: www.lincolncountynevada.com. FAX: 775.423.0504 WEB: www.fallonchamber.com.

HENDERSON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FERNLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 590 S Boulder Hwy 70 N West Henderson, NV 89015 Fernley, NV 89408 PHONE: (702)565-8951 PHONE: (775) 575-4459 FAX: (702)565-3115 WEB: www.fernleychamber.org. WEB: www.hendersonchamber.com.

HUMBOLDT COUNTY CHAMBER OF LAUGHLIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

8 COMMERCE 1585 S. Casino Drive 30 W. Winnemucca Blvd. Laughlin, NV 89029 Winnemucca, NV 89445 PHONE: (702)298-2214 PHONE: (775) 623-2225 FAX: (702) 298-5708 FAX: (775) 623-6478 WEB: www.laughlinchamber.com. WEB: www.humboldtcountychamber.com.

LAS VEGAS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MESQUITE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 6671 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Suite 300 12 W. Mesquite Blvd., #107 Las Vegas, NV 89119 Mesquite, Nevada 89027 F PHONE: (702)735-1616 PHONE: (702)346-2902 WEB: www.lvchamber.com. FAX: (702)346-6138 WEB: www.mesquite-chamber.com.

PERSHING COUNTY CHAMBER OF MINERAL COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMMERCE AND ECONOMIC 350 Main St. DEVELOPMENT Lovelock, NV 89419 822 5th Street PHONE: (775) 273-7213 Hawthorne, NV 89415 WEB: www.pershingcountynevada.com. PHONE: (702)945-2507 WEB: www.mineralcountychamber.com.

PIOCHE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NORTH LAS VEGAS CHAMBER OF Pioche, NV 89043 COMMERCE PHONE: (775) 962-5544 3365 W. Craig Rd., Suite 25 WEB: www.piochenevada.com. Las Vegas NV 89032 PHONE: (702) 642-9595 WEB: www.northlasvegaschamber.com.

RENO-SPARKS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PAHRUMP VALLEY CHAMBER OF One East First Street, #1600 COMMERCE Reno, NV 89501 1301 S. Hwy. 160, 2nd Floor PHONE: (702)686-3030 Pahrump NV 89041 FAX: (775) 686-3038 PHONE: (775) 727-5800 WEB: www.reno-sparkschamber.org. FAX: (775) 727-3909 WEB: www.pahrumpchamber.com.

SPARKS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TAHOE DOUGLAS CHAMBER OF 634 Pyramid Way COMMERCE Sparks, NV 89431 169 Hwy 50 PHONE: (775) 358-1976 Stateline, NV 89449 FAX: (775) 358-1992 PHONE: (775) 588-4591 WEB: www.sparkschamber.org. FAX: (775) 588-4598 WEB: www.tahoechamber.org.

TONOPAH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 102 Burro Avenue Tonopah, NV 89049 PHONE: (775) 482-6336 WEB: www.tonopahnevada.com.

COLLEGES

9 Each college and university has programs for community outreach in economic development and/or physical planning and design. These programs are especially helpful in community assessment, economic analysis, project feasibility studies, survey research, and leadership training. Nevada’s regional vocational- technical schools can provide information on customized training, industry specific upgrade training, independent business and agribusiness management training, entry/re-entry training, and training for displaced workers.

UNIVERSITIES:

UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS Neal Smatresk, President 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89154 PHONE: (702) 895-3011 WEB: www. unlv.edu.

UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO Milton D. Glick, President 1664 N. Virginia St. Reno, NV 89557-0208 PHONE: (775) 784-4700 WEB: www.unr.edu.

STATE COLLEGE:

NEVADA STATE COLLEGE AT HENDERSON 1125 Nevada State Drive Henderson, NV 89002 PHONE: (702) 992-2000 WEB: www.nsc.nevada.edu.

COMMUNITY COLLEGES:

COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN NEVADA WEB: www.csn.edu.

West Charleston Campus Cheyenne Campus 6375 W. Charleston Blvd. 3200 East Cheyenne Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89146 North Las Vegas, NV 89030 PHONE: (702) 651-5000 PHONE: (702) 651-4000

Henderson Campus 700 College Dr. Henderson, NV 89002 PHONE: (702) 651-3000

GREAT BASIN COLLEGE Carl Diekhans, President 901 Elm St

10 Elko, NV 89801 PHONE: (775) 738-8493 FAX: (775) 753-2311 WEB: www.gbcnv.edu.

TRUCKEE MEADOWS COMMUNITY COLLEGE Maria Sheehan, President 4001 S Virginia Street Reno, NV 89502 PHONE: (775) 824-8611 WEB: www.tmcc.edu.

WESTERN NEVADA COLLEGE WEB: wnc.edu

Carson City Campus Douglas Campus 2201 West College Parkway 1680 Bently Parkway South Carson City, NV 89703 Minden, NV 89423 PHONE: (775) 445-3000 PHONE: (775) 782-2413 FAX: (775) 445-3151 FAX: (775) 782-2415

Fallon Campus 160 Campus Way Fallon, NV 89406 PHONE: (775) 423-7565 FAX: (775) 423-8029

COOPERATIVE EXTENSION

The Cooperative Extension service provides information, research, and periodic training on agriculture diversification and on a variety of other topics such as family and consumer economics and youth and rural economic development. Communities wishing to host a workshop can contact the county agent or the state office at the University of Nevada, Reno. WEB: www.unce.unr.edu.

STATEWIDE ADMINISTRATION CENTRAL NORTHEAST AREA Karen Hinton, Dean/Director Jerry Buk, Area Director University of Nevada, Reno 40 East Center St., Unit 14 Mail Stop 404 Fallon, NV 89406 Reno, NV 89557-0404 PHONE: (775) 428-0206 PHONE: (775) 784-7070 FAX: (775) 423-1901 FAX: (775) 784-7079 EMAIL: [email protected]. EMAIL: [email protected]

11 SOUTHERN EXTENSION AREA WESTERN EXTENSION AREA Jill Ukeiley, Area Director Frank Flavin, Area Director 8050 Paradise Road, Suite 100 5305 Mill Street Las Vegas, NV 89123-1904 Reno, NV 89502-2315 PHONE: (702) 222-3130 PHONE: (775) 741-4453 FAX: (702) 222-4214 FAX: (775) 784-4881 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

CARSON CITY/STOREY COUNTY CHURCHILL COUNTY 2621 Northgate Lane, Suite 15 111 Sheckler Road Carson City, NV 89706-1619 Fallon, NV 89406-8951 PHONE: (775) 887-2252 PHONE: (775) 423-5121 FAX: (775)887-2065 FAX: (775) 423-7594

CLARK COUNTY DOUGLAS COUNTY 8050 Paradise Road, Suite 100 1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville Las Vegas, NV 89123-1904 P.O. Box 338 PHONE: (702) 222-3130 Minden, NV 89423-0338 FAX: (702) 222-3100 PHONE: (775) 782-9960 FAX: (775) 782-9968

ELKO COUNTY EUREKA COUNTY 701 Walnut Street 701 South Main Street Elko, NV 89801-5032 P.O. Box 613 PHONE: (775) 738-7291 Eureka, NV 89316-0613 FAX (775) 753-7843 PHONE: (775) 237-5326 FAX: (775) 237-5164

HUMBOLDT COUNTY LANDER COUNTY 1085 Fairgrounds Road 815 North Second Street Winnemucca, NV 89445-2927 Battle Mountain, NV 89820-2326 PHONE: (775) 623-6304 PHONE: (775) 635-5565 FAX: (775) 623-6307 FAX: (775) 635-8309

LINCOLN COUNTY LYON COUNTY 360 Lincoln Street 504 South Main Street P.O. Box 728 P.O. Box 811 Caliente, NV 89008-0728 Yerington, NV 89447-0811 PHONE: (775) 726-3109 PHONE: (775) 463-6541 FAX: (775) 726-3332 FAX: (775) 463-6545

MINERAL COUNTY NORTHEAST CLARK COUNTY 314 5th Street 1897 North Moapa Valley Boulevard P.O. Box 810 P.O. Box 126 Hawthorne, NV 89415 Logandale, NV 89021-0126 PHONE: (775) 945-3444 PHONE: (702) 397-2604 FAX: (775) 945-2259 FAX: (702) 397-8301

12 NORTHERN NYE COUNTY/ PERSHING COUNTY ESMERALDA COUNTY 810 6th Street 475 Patrick Street P.O. Box 239 P.O. Box 231 Lovelock, NV 89419-0239 Tonopah, NV 89049-0231 PHONE: (775) 273-2923 PHONE: (775) 482-5001 FAX: (775) 273-7647 FAX: (775) 482-5396

SOUTHERN NYE COUNTY WASHOE COUNTY/INCLINE VILLAGE 1651 East Calvada Boulevard 855 Alder Avenue, Suite 106 Pahrump, NV 89048 P.O. Box 3912 PHONE: (775) 727-5532 Incline Village, NV 89450 FAX: (775) 727-6199 PHONE: (775) 832-4150 FAX: (775) 832-4139

WASHOE COUNTY/ WASHOE COUNTY/RENO PYRAMID LAKE PAIUTE TRIBE 5305 Mill Street 301 Gerlach Highway, Room 103 Reno, NV 89502-2315 P.O. Box 256 PHONE: (775) 784-4848 Nixon, NV 89424 FAX: (775) 784-4881 PHONE: (775) 574-0441 FAX: (775) 574-0442

WHITE PINE COUNTY 995 Campton Ely, NV 89301-0210 PHONE: (775) 289-4459 FAX: (775) 289-1462

DIVISION OF WILDLIFE

This department can be very helpful to communities seeking to improve hunting and fishing facilities and habitat. The Division of Wildlife is involved in game research and habitat improvement projects that communities can support and use for economic development. WEB: www.ndow.org.

MAIN OFFICE/WESTERN REGION EASTERN REGION Kenneth Mayer, Director 60 Youth Center Road 1100 Valley Rd. Elko, NV 89801 Reno, NV 89512 PHONE: (775) 777-2300 PHONE: (775) 688-1500 FAX: (775) 738-2485 FAX: (775) 688-1207

SOUTHERN REGION 4747 Vegas Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89108 PHONE: (702) 486-5127 FAX: (702) 486-5133

13 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

DIVISON OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, WASHINGTON, D.C. OFFICE Ryan McGinness, Director Nevada State Office 444 North Capitol Street, N.W., Suite 209 Washington, D.C. 20001-1585 PHONE: (202) 624-5405 FAX: (202) 624-8181

NEVADA COMMISSION ON ECONOMIC DEVLOPMENT The purpose of this organization is to maintain a diverse economic base in Nevada, ensure a healthy economy through quality jobs and competitive wages, and provide a quality of life that attracts and retains businesses.

Michael E. Skaggs, Executive Director EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.expand2nevada.com

108 East Proctor Street Carson City, Nevada 89701 PHONE: (775) 687-4325 FAX: (775) 687-4450

555 East Washington Avenue, Suite 5400 Las Vegas, Nevada 89101 PHONE: (702) 486-2700 FAX: (702) 486-2701

NEVADA STATE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION The State, through the Nevada Office of Community Services, contracts with the NSDC. Located in Reno, the NSDC covers all of Nevada, and is the only statewide-certified development company.

Debra Alexandre, President PHONE: (702) 473-6203 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nsdc-loans.com

1551 Desert Crossing Ct. Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV 89144 PHONE: (702) 877-9111 TOLL FREE: (877) 732-7101 FAX: (702) 877-2803 EMAIL: [email protected]

6572 South McCarran Blvd. Reno, NV 89509 PHONE: (775) 770-1240 TOLL FREE: (800) 726-2494 FAX: (775) 826-6398 EMAIL: [email protected]

14 UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT The UCED's primary objective is fostering economic development throughout Nevada by making the extensive resources of the University of Nevada, Reno available to organizations and areas that can benefit from job and income creation and job retention efforts.

Thomas R. Harris, Director University Center for Economic Development University of Nevada, Reno Mail Stop 204 PHONE: (775) 784-1931 FAX: (775) 784-4082 WEB: www.cabnr.unr.edu/uced

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES

CHURCHILL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Eric D. Grimes, Executive Director 90 N. Maine Street Fallon, Nevada 89407 PHONE: (775) 423-8587 FAX: (775) 423-0381 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.ceda-nv.org.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF WESTERN NEVADA Chuck Alvey President & CEO 201 W. Liberty St., Ste 200 Reno, NV 89501 PHONE: (775) 829-3700 FAX: (775) 829-3710 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nevadanet.com/edawn.html.

HUMBOLT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Pat Gray PHONE: (775) 623-5045 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. hdanv.org.

LINCOLN COUNTY REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Mike L. Baughman, President PHONE: (775) 883-2051 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.lcrda.com.

MINERAL COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 901 E Street, Sierra Way Hawthorne, Nevada 89415 PHONE: (775) 945-5896 FAX: (775) 945-1257

15 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.mineralcountyeda.com. NEVADA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Somer Hollingsworth, President & CEO 6700 Via Austin Pkwy, Ste. B Las Vegas, NV 89119 PHONE: (702) 791-0000 FAX: (702) 796-6483 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nevadadevelopment.org.

NORTHEAST NEVADA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ELKO COUNTY DIVERSIFICATION Elaine Barkdull Spencer, Executive Director 723 Railroad Street Elko, NV 89801 PHONE: (775) 738-2100 FAX: (775) 738-7978 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.eceda.com.

NORTHERN NEVADA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (Carson, Douglas, Lyon and Storey Counties) 704 W. Nye Lane Suite #201 Carson City, Nevada 89703 PHONE: (775) 883-4413 FAX: (775) 883-0494 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nnda.org.

NYE/ESMERALDA OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Gordon Froman, Exec. Director PO Box 153 Tonopah, Nevada 89049 PHONE: (775) 482-8139 FAX: (775) 482-7389 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. governet.net/NV/AS/eden

LOVELOCK/PERISHING COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY P.O. Box 821 350 Main Street Lovelock NV 89419 PHONE: (775) 273-7213 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. pershingcountynevada.com

WHITE PINE TOURISM, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Dick Stump, Chairman 957 Campton St Ely NV 89301 PHONE: (775) 289-3065 FAX: 775 289-8860 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.elynevada.net

16 EDUCATION

NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION:

CARSON CITY 700 E. Fifth Street Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 687-9200 FAX: (775) 687-9101

LAS VEGAS 9890 South Maryland Parkway, Suite 221 Las Vegas, Nevada 89183 PHONE: (702) 486-6458 (8am-5pm) FAX: (702) 486-6450

NEVADA ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL BOARDS Dr. Dotty Merrill, Executive Director P.O. Box 14855 Reno, NV 89507-4855 PHONE: (775) 443-5988 FAX: (775) 324-5579 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nvasb.org

Lynn Warne, President EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: nsea-nv.org

3511 E. Harmon Ave. Las Vegas NV 89121 PHONE: (702)733-7330 FAX: (702)733-6004

1890 Donald Street Reno NV 89502 PHONE: (775) 828-6732 FAX: (775) 828-6745

557 W. Silver, Suite 203 Elko NV 89801 PHONE: (775) 777-8361 FAX: (775) 777-8362

17 ADULT BASIC EDUCATION Vicki Newell, Executive Director 1400 Wedekind Rd Reno, Nevada 89512 PHONE: (775) 356-1007 FAX: (775) 356-1009 WEB: www.literacynet.org/nvadulted/.

ADULT HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAM:

CARSON CLARK Ferd Mariani, Director Robert T. Henry, Director Carson City School District Clark County School District 275 East Park Street Bldg 5 2701 East St. Louis Avenue Carson City NV 89706 Las Vegas NV 89104 PHONE: (775) 283-1350 PHONE: (702) 799-8655 FAX: (775) 283-1391 FAX: (702) 799-0117 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

CHURCHILL DOUGLAS Robert T. Henry, Director Nancy Bryant, Assistant Superintendent Clark County School District Douglas County School District 2701 East St. Louis Avenue P O Box 1888 Las Vegas NV 89104 Minden NV 89423 PHONE: (702) 799-8655 PHONE: (775) 782-7179 FAX: (702) 799-0117 FAX: (775) 782-3162 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

HUMBOLDT ELKO Jackie Kearns, Chief Examiner Joe de Braga, Assistiant Superintendent Humboldt County School District Elko County School District 705 East Fourth Street PO Box 1012 Winnemucca NV 89445 Elko NV 89803 PHONE: (775) 623-6218 PHONE: (775) 738-5196 FAX: (775) 623-6219 FAX: (775) 738-0808 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

LANDER LYON Jacqueline Buchel, Coordinator Kathleen Jameson, Coordinator Lander County School District Lyon County School District P.O. Box 1360 1340 Highway 95A Battle Mountain NV 89820 Fernley NV 89408 PHONE: (775) 635-2302 PHONE: (775) 575-3409 FAX: (775) 635-7895 FAX: (775) 575-3399 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

18 LINCOLN MINERAL Randal Allen, Administrator Mary Koscinski, Coordinator Lincoln County School District Mineral County School District P.O. Box 118 601 A Street Panaca NV 89042 Hawthorne NV 89415 PHONE: (775) 728-4471 PHONE: (775) 945-3332 FAX: (775) 728-4435 FAX: (775) 945-3371 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

WASHOE PERSHING Jeff Wales, Vice Principal Donna Seager, Chief Examiner Washoe County School District Pershing County School District 777 West Second Street 1170 Elmhurst Reno NV 89503 Lovelock NV 89419 PHONE: (775) 333-5020 PHONE: (775) 273-2625 FAX: (775) 333-6029 FAX: (775) 273-2163 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

GED TEST CENTERS:

CARSON CITY CARSON CITY Teri Zutter Ferd Mariani ABE/ESL/GED Director Adult Education Director Western Nevada College Carson City School District 2201 W College Pkwy 275 East Park Street Bldg 5 Carson City NV 89703 Carson City NV 89706 PHONE: (775) 445-4451 PHONE: (775) 283-1350 FAX: (775) 445-3183 FAX: (775) 283-1391 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

CLARK CLARK Soon B. Holl Debra (Sam) Klosowski-King Director of Testing GED Chief Examiner College of Southern Nevada Clark County School District 6375 W Charleston Blvd 2701 East St. Louis Avenue Las Vegas NV 89146 Las Vegas NV 89104 PHONE: (702) 651-5733 PHONE: (702) 799-8655 FAX: (702) 651-5829 FAX: (702) 799-8608 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

CLARK DOUGLAS Kim Brown Michael Caughlan Testing Specialist Adult Ed. Program Coordinator College of Southern Nevada Douglas County School District 3200 East Cheyenne Ave C1H 1670 Highway 88 North Las Vegas NV 89030-4296 Minden NV 89423 PHONE: (702) 651-4050 PHONE: (775) 782-5136 FAX: (702) 651-4728 FAX: (775) 782-7039 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

ELKO HUMBOLDT

19 Julie Byrnes Jackie Kearns GED Chief Examiner GED Chief Examiner Great Basin College Humboldt County School District 1500 College Pkwy 705 East Fourth Street Elko NV 89801 Winnemucca NV 89445 PHONE: (775) 753-2271 PHONE: (775) 623-6218 FAX: (775) 753-2311 FAX: (775) 623-6219 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

LANDER LINCOLN Meridon Fortune Nykki Holton GED Chief Examiner Assistant Superintendent Lander County School District Lincoln County School District 650 Altenberg Ave. Ste. 405 P O Box 118 Battle Mountain NV 89820 Panaca NV 89042 PHONE: (775) 635-5436 PHONE: (775) 728-4471 FAX: (775) 635-5459 FAX: (775) 728-4435 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

LYON LYON Kathleen Jameson Annett Crow Program Coordinator GED Chief Examiner Lyon County School District Lyon County School District 1340 Highway 95A 114 Pearl Street Fernley NV 89408 Yerington NV 89447 PHONE: (775) 575-3409 PHONE: (775) 463-6824 FAX: (775) 575-3399 FAX: (775) 463-6828 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

MINERAL NYE Mary Koscinski David Reda Adult Education Coordinator GED Chief Examiner Mineral County School District Nye County School District P O Box 1540 484 South West Street Hawthorne NV 89415 Pahrump NV 89048 PHONE: (775) 945-2403 PHONE: (775) 751-4064 FAX: (775) 945-3621 FAX: (775) 751-4004 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

PERSHING WASHOE Donna Seager Mitch Glazier GED Chief Examiner GED Chief Examiner Pershing County School District Truckee Meadows Community College P O Box 990 7000 Dandini Blvd RDMT 122 1170 Elmhurst Reno NV 89512 Lovelock NV 89419 PHONE: (775) 673-7146 PHONE: (775) 273-2625 FAX: (775) 673-7196 FAX: (775) 273-2163 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

WASHOE WHITE PINE

20 Jeff Wales Mark Bechtel Vice Principal Assistant Superintendent Washoe County School District White Pine County School District 777 West Second Street 1135 Avenue C Reno NV 89503 Ely NV 89301 PHONE: (775) 333-5020 PHONE: (775) 289-8800 FAX: (775) 333-6029 FAX: (775) 289-1263 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]

ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Information designed to help individuals, companies, and governmental entities comply with environmental laws and regulations contained in the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) and the Nevada Administrative Code (NAC). Our mission is to preserve and enhance the environment of the state in order to protect public health, sustain healthy ecosystems, and contribute to a vibrant economy.

STATE OF NEVADA DIVISION OF ENVIRORMTAL PROTECTION 901 S. Stewart St Carson City, NV 89701 WEB: www. ndep.nv.gov

UNITED STATES NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION SERVICE, NEVADA 1365 Corporate Blvd Reno, NV 89502 PHONE: (775) 857-8500 FAX: (775) 857-8525 WEB: www.nv.nrcs.usda.gov

FOREST SERVICE

The Forest Service has a planning and implementation grant program for communities that can demonstrate adverse economic impacts due to a declining timber industry.

HUMBOLT-TOIYABE NATIONAL FOREST SUPERVISOR’S OFFICE Edward Monnig, Forest Supervisor 1200 Franklin Way Sparks, NV 89431 PHONE: (775) 331-6444 WEB: www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/

STATE LANDS DIVISION

21 This department provides technical and volunteer training assistance related to urban and community forestry, beautification, and tree planting. As part of this assistance, several grants are available to non- federal public agencies and nonprofit groups.

James R. Lawrence, Director 901 S. Stewart Street, Ste. 5003 Carson City, NV 89701-5246 PHONE: (775) 684-2720 FAX: (775) 684-2721 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. lands.nv.gov

FOUNDATIONS

A foundation is a legal categorization of nonprofit organizations. Foundations may also and often have charitable purposes. This type of nonprofit organization may either donate funds and support to other organizations, or provide the sole source of funding for their own charitable activities.

PARASOL TAHOE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 948 Incline Way Incline Village, NV 89451 PHONE: (775) 298-0100 FAX: (775) 298-0099 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. parasol.org

NEVAD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Nevada Community Foundation 1635 Village Center Circle, Suite 160 Las Vegas, NV 89134 (702) 892.2326 FAX: (70).892.8580 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. nevadacf.org

THE LEONETTE FOUNDATION 4747 Caughlin Parkway, Suite 2 Reno, NV 89519 PHONE: (775) 828-1433 FAX: (775) 828-1435 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.leonettefoundation.org

22 HILTON, N. CONRAD FOUNDATION 100 West Liberty Street, Suite 840 Reno, Nevada 89501 PHONE: (775) 323-4221 FAX: (775) 323-4150 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. hiltonfoundation.org

DONALD W. REYNOLDS FOUNDATION 1701 Village Center Circle Las Vegas, NV 89134 PHONE: (702) 804-6000 FAX: (702) 804-6099 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.dwreynolds.org

COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF WESTERN NEVADA 1885 S. Arlington Ave, Suite130 Reno NV 89509 PHONE: (775) 333-5499 FAX: (775) 333-5487 WEB: www. cfwnv.org

THE HARRIS FOUNDATION 6655 West Sahara, B-118 Las Vegas, NV 89146 PHONE: (702) 253-1317 FAX: (702) 253-0548 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.harrisfoundation-nevada.com

HEALTH CARE

NEVADA HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION The Nevada Hospital Association is a non-profit, statewide, professional association representing the vast majority of Nevada's hospitals and other health-related agencies and organizations throughout the state.

5250 Neil Road, Suite 302 Reno, NV 89502 PHONE: (775) 827-0184 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. nvha.net

23 NEVADA HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATION The Nevada Health Care Association can provide information concerning long term health care.

4550 West Oakey Blvd. #99B Las Vegas, NV 89102-1599 PHONE: (702) 434-2273 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nvhca.org

HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Historic preservation of landmarks and community buildings can be an integral part of economic development strategies for tourism, culture, and community appearance improvement. These offices provide consulting expertise for historic preservation.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY 100 N. Stewart Street Carson City, Nevada 89701 PHONE: (775) 684-3448 FAX: (775) 684-3442 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nevadaculture.org

HOUSING

HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Reno Field Office 745 W. Moana Lane, Suite 360 Reno, Nevada 89509 PHONE: (775) 824-3700 FAX: (775) 824-4978 WEB: www. hud.gov

NEVADA RURAL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Clint Koble, Program Director PO Box 3926 Carson City, NV 89702 PHONE: (775) 829-1048 FAX: (775) 829-7071 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. nevadardc.org

NEVADA RURAL HOUSING AUTHORITY 3695 Desatoya Drive Carson City, Nevada 89701 PHONE: (775) 887-1795 FAX: (775) 887-1798 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. nvrural.org NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY, NEVADA HOUSING DIVISION

24 WEB: www.nvhousing.state.nv.us

Las Vegas Office 1771 East Flamingo Road, Suite 103-B Las Vegas, NV 89119 PHONE: (702) 486-7220 TOLL FREE: (888) 486-8775 FAX: (702) 486-7227

Carson City Office 1535 Old Hot Springs Road, #50 Carson City, NV 89706 PHONE: (775) 687-2040 TOLL FREE: (800) 227-4960 FAX: (775) 687-4040

LIBRARIES

References and information services are provided to businesses and the general public either directly or through interlibrary Loan. The State Library manages a federal grant program that awards grants for library development, inter-library cooperation and resource sharing, and construction and renovation of library facilities. It also maintains a collection of materials that can be used in libraries throughout the state. This collection includes supporting publication and video tapes that communities might find helpful.

NEVADA LIBRARIES ASSOCIATION The Nevada Libraries Association has information on Nevada library contacts, address, phone, websites, and general information.

Robbie DeBuff West Charleston Library Las Vegas-Clark County Library District PHONE: (702) 507-3941 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nevadalibraries.org/

PUBLICLIBRARIES.COM Publiclibraries.com is an on-line source of information on Nevada Libraries. WEB: www. publiclibraries.com/nevada.htm

25 NATIONAL GUARD

The National Guard offers construction and engineering assistance on public projects that provide training for guardsmen and do not compete with the private sector. Projects must be scheduled at least six months in advance.

NEVADA NATIONAL GUARD Sunset Hawthorne, NV 89416 PHONE: (775) 945-2782

ARMY NEVADA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD RECRUITING STATION 2525 Carson St Carson City, NV 89701-5502 PHONE: (775) 887-7279 FAX: (775) 887-7232 WEB: www. nv.ngb.army.mil

AIR NATIONAL GUARD RECRUITING 1776 National Guard Way Reno NV 89502-4415 PHONE: (775) 788-4544 FAX: (775) 788-4542 WEB: www.goang.af.mil

NEVADA NATURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM

The Nevada Natural Heritage Program helps coordinate the resource needs of Nevada's diverse biological heritage with human activities. They do this by maintaining an inventory and current databases on the locations, biology, conservation, and management status of all threatened, endangered, sensitive, and at- risk species and biological communities, and of noxious weed infestations, in the state.

Nevada Natural Heritage Program Richard H. Bryan Building 901 South Stewart Street, suite 5002 Carson City, NV 89701-5245, U.S.A. PHONE: (775) 684-2900 FAX: (775) 684-2909 WEB: www.heritage.nv.gov/

26 NEVADA SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTERS

Nevada Small Business Development Centers offer advice and counseling on both general and specific business operations and problems, including management assistance, financing, accounting and bookkeeping, retailing, exporting, marketing, business plans, taxes and employee relations. WEB: www.nsbdc.org

RENO NSBDC OFFICE LAS VEGAS NSBDC OFFICE University of Nevada, Reno University of Nevada, Las Vegas College of Business Administration 851 E. Tropicana, Bldg 700 Ansari Business Building, Room 411 Las Vegas, NV 89514 Reno, NV 89557-0100 PHONE: (702) 895-4270 PHONE: (775) 784-1717 FAX: (702) 895-4273 FAX: (775) 784-4337

E LKO NSBDC OFFICE: CHRUCHILL COUNTY NSBDC OFFICE Great Basin College Churchill County Economic Development 723 Railroad Street Authority Elko, NV 89801 Fallon, NV 89406 (physical) PHONE: (775) 753-2245 PHONE: (775) 423-8587 FAX: (775) 753-2242 FAX: (775) 423-1759

PAHRUMP NSBDC OFFICE WINNEMUCCA NSBDC OFFICE Rural Nevada Development Corporation 90 West Fourth Street 1301 South Highway 160 Winnemucca, NV 89445 NSB Building, 2nd Floor PHONE: (775) 623-1064 Pahrump, NV 89048 FAX: (775) 623-1664 PHONE: (775) 751-1947 FAX: (775) 751-1933

NSBDC BUSINESS ENVIROMENTAL PROGRAM LOCATIONS The Business Environmental Program provides free and confidential environmental management assistance to business and government operations in Nevada. The Program specializes in cost effective strategies to reduce hazardous materials and waste generation, conserve water and energy, minimize air emissions, and maintain compliance with environmental requirements. The program provides training, on-site consultation, and assistance via phone, web, and publications. WEB: http://nsbdcbep.org.

ENVIROMENTAL ASSISTANCE (RENO) ENVIROMENTAL ASSISTANCE (LAS VEGAS) Business Environmental Program Business Environmental Program Sierra Pacific Power Company PO Box 15225 6100 Neil Road, Suite 400 Las Vegas, NV 89114 Reno, NV 89511 PHONE: (702) 866-5962 PHONE: (775) 689-6688 FAX: (702) 866-6800 TOLL FREE: (800) 882-3233 FAX: (775) 689-6689

27 NSBDC COUNSELING CENTERS The NSBDC's professional counseling services are available free of charge to small business owners and prospective small business owners. While the definition of a small business varies depending on industry, 98% of all firms in the state of Nevada are qualified as small businesses and therefore, qualify for this program. NSBDC clients are counseled by professionals who utilize their educational and business experience to provide practical, relevant advice. WEB: http://nsbdc.org/all_services/counseling_consulting.

CARSON CITY NSBDC OFFICE CARSON VALLEY NSBDC OFFICE Northern Nevada Development Authority Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors 704 W Nye Lane, Ste 201 Authority Carson City, NV 89703 Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center PHONE: (775) 883-4413 1477 Highway 395 FAX: (775) 883-0494 Gardnerville, NV 89410 PHONE: (775) 782-8144 FAX: (775) 782-1025

L AUGHLIN NSBDC OFFICE ELY NSBDC OFFICE Laughlin Chamber of Commerce Rural Nevada Development Corporation 1585 South Casino Drive 1320 E Alultman Street Laughlin, NV 89029 Ely, NV 89301 PHONE: (702) 298-2214 PHONE: (775) 289-8519 FAX: (702) 298-5708 TOLL FREE: (866) 404-5204 FAX: (775) 289-8214

H ENDERSON NSBDC OFFICE 112 Water Street Suite #108 Henderson, NV 89015 PHONE: (702) 992-7208 FAX: (702) 992-7245

PARKS AND RECREATION

This agency administers several grant programs for developing outdoor recreation facilities, recreational vehicle facilities, and off-road facilities. Other programs include development of the state Park-N-Ski network, snowmobiling facilities and maps, and state campground maps. The agency also operates state parks and is responsible for creating new parks under the state outdoor recreation plan. This agency also works closely with the National Forest service and is knowledgeable about national forest recreation plans that may affect community development. Parks and Recreation can offer technical assistance in designing and engineering public parks.

NEVADA STATE PARKS 901 S. Stewart Street 5th Floor, Suite 5005 Carson City, Nevada 89701-5248 PHONE: (775) 684-2770 FAX: (775) 684-2777 WEB: www.parks.nv.gov

28 CARSON CITY PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT Roger Moellendorf, Director 3303 Butti Way, #9 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 887-2262 FAX: (775) 887-2145 WEB: www. carson-city.nv.us/Index.aspx?page=621

CHURCHILL COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION 325 Sheckler Rd. Fallon, NV 89406 PHONE: (775) 423-7733 FAX: (775) 423-7734 WEB: www. churchillcounty.org/parksnrec

CLARK COUNTY PARKS AND RECRATION DEPARTMENT 2601 E. Sunset Road Las Vegas, Nevada 89120 PHONE: (702) 455-8200 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.accessclarkcounty.com/depts/parks/Pages/home_page.aspx

DOUGLAS COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION 1327 Waterloo Lane Gardnerville, NV 89410 PHONE: (775) 782-9828 FAX: (775) 782-9844 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.douglascountynv.gov/sites/recdept/index.cfm

CITY OF ELKO PARKS AND RECREATION Eric Howes, Director 723 Railroad Street Elko, NV 89801 PHONE: (775)777-7266 FAX: (775)777-7264 WEB: www. ci.elko.nv.us/recreation/recreation.htm

LYON COUNTY PARKS AND GROUNDS 18A Highway 95A Yerington, NV 89447 PHONE: (775) 463-6551 WEB: http://lyon-county.org/index.aspx?NID=25

LYON COUNTY RECREATION 1075 Pyramid Street Silver Springs, NV 89429 PHONE: (775) 577-5009 ext. 24 FAX: (775) 577-5093 WEB: http://lyon-county.org/index.aspx?NID=25

29 PLANNING

Members of the Nevada Chapter of the American Planning Association have a wide range of expertise in subjects such as zoning, growth management, economic planning, and comprehensive planning. The association also sponsors an annual fall conference where planning professionals can discuss planning subjects and can exchange ideas.

HENDERSON COMMUNITY DEVLOPMENT Henderson City Hall 240 Water Street, MSC 115 Henderson, NV 89009-5050 PHONE: (702) 267-1500 FAX: (702) 267-1501 WEB: www.cityofhenderson.com

LAS VEGAS DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 731 South Fourth St. Las Vegas, NV 89101 PHONE: (702) 229-6301 FAX: (702) 474-7463 WEB: www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Government/planning.htm

RENO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT P.O. Box 1900 Reno, NV 89505 PHONE: (775) 334-2063 FAX: (775) 334-2343 WEB: www.cityofreno.com

SPARKS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNING-ZONING Neil C. Krutz, P.E. 1675 E. Prater Way Sparks, NV 89434 PHONE: (775) 353-2340 FAX: (775) 353-1608 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.ci.sparks.nv.us/business/planning_dev/

TAHOE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCY 128 Market Street Stateline, NV 89449 PHONE: (775) 588-4547 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. trpa.org

WATER PLANNING DIVISION 901 South Stewart St, Suite 2002 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 684-2800 FAX: (775) 684-2811 WEB: www.water.nv.gov

RAILROADS

30 AMTRAK 60 Mass Ave N E Washington D C, VA 20002-4225 TOLL FREE: 800-872-7245 EMAIL: amtrak [email protected] WEB: www.amtrak.com

UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD 1400 Douglas Street Omaha, NE 68179 PHONE: (402) 544-5000 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.up.com

RURAL ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

This organization seeks to meet the needs of rural Nevada’s diverse population by effectively delivering RECDS programs and services in housing, agriculture, business and community development. Its aim is to enable the success of homeowners, farmers, businesses and communities.

USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT STATE OF NEVADA OFFICE 1390 S Curry St. Carson City NV 89703 PHONE: (775) 887-1222 FAX: (775) 885-0841 WEB: www.rurdev.usda.gov/nv/

FIELD OFFICES:

ELKO LAS VEGAS Elko Area Office Las Vegas Area Office 555 W. Silver St., Suite 101 5820 S. Pecos Rd. PHONE: 775-738-8468 X 4 Building A, Suite 400 FAX: 775-738-1429 Las Vegas, NV 89120 WEB: www.rurdev.usda.gov/nv/offices/elko.htm PHONE: (702) 262-9047 X 4 FAX: 702-262-9969 WEB: www.rurdev.usda.gov/nv/offices/vegas.htm

31 SBA 504 LOANS

These regional organizations help businesses with SBA loan packaging and SBA 504 loan guarantees. EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: nsdc-loans.com/index.php?page=sba_504_loan_program

NEVADA STATE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Las Vegas Office 1551 Desert Crossing Ct. Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV 89144 PHONE: (702) 877-9111 FAX: (702) 877-2803

Reno Office 6572 South McCarran Blvd. Reno, NV 89509 PHONE: (775) 770-1240 FAX: (775) 826-6398

SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

This agency’s resource partners, who include the Service Corps of Retired Executives, the Small Business Development Centers, and numerous others, meet the counseling and training needs of more than 875,000 clients annually. With a guaranteed business loan portfolio of approximately $29 billion, the SBA is the largest financial backer of small business today.

Small Business Administration 300 Las Vegas Blvd S. P.O. Box 7527 Las Vegas, NV 89125 PHONE: (702) 388-6611 FAX: (702) 388-6469 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: sba.gov/localresources/district/nv/index.html

STATE OF NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY

The State of Nevada Department of Business and Industry is the same as the state Department of Commerce. The main addresses as well as the divisions are listed below. EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.business.nv.gov

LAS VEGAS OFFICE 555 E. Washington Ave. Suite 4900 Las Vegas, NV 89101 PHONE: (702) 486-2750 FAX: 775-684-2998

CARSON CITY OFFICE

32 901 S. Stewart St. Suite 1003 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 684-2999 FAX: 702-486-2758

NEVADA ATHLETIC COMMISSION 555 E. Washington Ave, Suite 1500 Las Vegas NV 89101 PHONE: (702) 486-2575 FAX: (702) 486-2577 EMAIL: [email protected]

NEVADA ATTORNEY FOR INJURED WORKERS The Nevada attorney for injured workers represents, without fee, a claimant before the appeals officer, the administrator, district court, or Supreme Court. WEB: naiw.nv.gov EMAIL: [email protected]

Carson City Office Donna Sweger, Supervising Attorney 1000 E. William St. Ste 208 Carson City, Nevada 89701 PHONE: (775) 684-7555 FAX: (775) 684-7575

Las Vegas Office Gary Watson, Supervising Attorney 2200 S Rancho Dr. Ste 230 Las Vegas, Nevada 89102 PHONE: (702) 486-2830 FAX: (702) 486-2844

BEEF STATE COUNCIL 201 S. Roop Street, Suite 101 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 738-9214 FAX: (775) 738-5208 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nevadabeef.org

DAIRY COMMISSION 1830 E Sahara Ave, Suitte A107 LAS VEGAS NV 89104 PHONE: (702) 486-8212 FAX: (702)486-8215 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.dairy.state.nv.us

33 EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT RELATION BOARD 2501 E Sahara Ave, Suite 203 Las Vegas NV 89104 PHONE: (702) 486-4504 FAX: (702)486-4355 EMAIL:[email protected] WEB: www.emrb.state.nv.us

STATE OF NEVADA ENERGY OFFICE 101 North Carson Street Carson City, Nevada 89701 PHONE: (775) 687-4910 FAX: (775) 687-9714 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.energy.state.nv.us

NEVADA FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS DIVISION 2785 E. Desert Inn Rd. Suite 180 Las Vegas, Nevada 89121 PHONE: (702) 486-4120 FAX: (702) 486-4563 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.fid.state.nv.us

NEVADA HOUSING DIVISION 1771 East Flamingo Road, Suite 103-B Las Vegas, NV 89119 PHONE: (702) 486-7220 FAX: (702) 486-7227 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nvhousing.state.nv.us

NEVADA DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS 400 W King St., Suite 400 Carson City NV 89710 PHONE: (775) 687-3032 FAX: (775) 687-6305 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.dirweb.state.nv.us

NEVADA DIVISION OF INSURANCE EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. doi.state.nv.us

Carson City Office 788 Fairview Drive, Suite 300 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 687-4270 FAX: (775) 687-3937

Las Vegas Office 2501 East Sahara Avenue, Suite 302 Las Vegas, NV 89104 PHONE: (702) 486-4009 FAX: (702) 486-4007 OFFICE OF THE LABOR COMMISSIONER 34 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. laborcommissioner.com

Carson City Office Office of the Labor Commissioner 675 Fairview Drive Suite 226 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: 775.687.4850 FAX: 775.687.6409

Las Vegas Office Office of the Labor Commissioner 555 E. Washington Ave. Suite 4100 Las Vegas, NV 89101 PHONE: 702.486.2650 FAX: 702.486.2660

MANUFACTURED HOUSING DIVISION 1535 Old Hot Springs Road, Suite 50 Carson City, NV 89706 PHONE: (775) 687-2060 FAX: (775) 687-5521 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.mhd.state.nv.us

NEVADA DIVISION OF MINERALS 400 W. King St., #106 Carson City, NV 89703 PHONE: (775) 684-7040 FAX: (775) 684-7052 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.minerals.state.nv.us

NEVADA REAL ESTATE DIVISION 2501 East Sahara Avenue, Ste. 102ra Avenue, Ste. 102 Las Vegas, Nevada 89104-4137 PHONE: (702) 486-4033 FAX: (702) 486-4275 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.red.state.nv.us

NEVADA STATE BOARD OF SHEEP COMMISSIONERS 339 West Rockwood Drive Elko, NV 89815 PHONE: (702) 753-8233 FAX: (702) 753-8233 WEB: www.state.nv.us/b&i/sc/

35 NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE The Nevada State Board of Agriculture advises the Governor, Legislature, and Director of the Department of Agriculture concerning agricultural issues relating to Nevada and establishes the Department's agricultural policies. The Board is comprised of 11 individuals representing various sectors of Nevada's agriculture Industry. WEB: www. agri.state.nv.us

NVDA Main Office 405 South 21st Street Sparks, NV 89431 PHONE: (775) 353-3600 FAX: (775) 353-3638 WEB: www.agri.nv.gov/index_ADMIN2.htm

NVDA Las Vegas Office Plant Industry/Measurement Standards District Office 2300 McLeod Las Vegas, NV 89104 PHONE: (702) 486-4690 FAX: (702) 486-4695 WEB: www.agri.nv.gov/Index_Measurements_Index2.htm

NVDA Winnemucca Office Plant Industry District Office 1200 E. Winnemucca Blvd. Winnemucca, NV 89445 PHONE: (775) 623-6502 FAX: (775) 625-1200 WEB: www.agri.nv.gov/index_Plant2.htm

NVDA Elko Office Animal/Plant Industry/Measurement Standards District Office 4780 E. Idaho Street Elko, NV 89801-4672 PHONE: (775) 738-8076 FAX: (775) 738-2639 WEB: www.agri.nv.gov/Index_Animal2.htm

NVDA Sparks Office Division of Measurement Standards 2150 Frazer Street Sparks, NV 89431 PHONE: (775) 688-1166 FAX: (775) 688-2533 WEB: www.agri.nv.gov/Index_Measurements_Index2.htm

36 TOURISM

COMMISSION ON TOURISM Representatives from Business and Industry can provide information to individuals, organizations, and communities seeking assistance in tourism development and promotion. Areas of assistance include market research, advertising, public relations, group and international sales, and tourism promotion grants.

Brian K. Krolicki, Chair 401 North Carson Street Carson City NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 687-4322 FAX: (775) 687-6779 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.travelnevada.com

TRANSPORTATION

This office provides information on construction plans and on grant programs for state and federal highways, urban and rural road funds, safety projects, the Federal Lands Program, bridge replacement and rehabilitation, and congestion mitigation/air quality control.

NEVADA TRANSPORTATION STATE HEADQUARTERS ADMINISTRATION 1263 S Stewart Street Carson City, NV 89701-5229 PHONE: (775) 888-7000 FAX: (775) 888-7115 WEB: www.nevadadot.com

TRIBAL COUNCILS

Each tribe has its own sovereign government, which is par with the state government. As such, Native Americans have a variety of tribal programs available to them. Some tribes are experimenting with self- governance for certain services.

INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL OF NEVADA INC. Alvin Moyle, President 680 Greenbrae Dr, Suite 280 Sparks, NV 89431 PHONE: (775) 355-0600 FAX: (775) 355-0648 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.itcn.org (general link to various councils)

37 BATTLE MOUNTAIN BAND COUNCIL CARSON COLONY COUNCIL Mike Young, Chair Chad Malone, Chair 37 Mountain View Drive 2900 South Curry Street Battle Mountain, NV 89820 Carson City, NV 89703 PHONE: (775) 635-2004 PHONE: (775) 883-6459 FAX: (775) 635-8016 FAX: (775) 883-6467

DRESSLERVILLE COMMUNITY COUNCIL DUCK VALLEY SHO-PAI TRIBES L. Mark Kizer, Chair Kyle Prior, Chair 919 Highwasy 395 P.O Box 219 South Gardnerville, NV 89410 Owyhee, NV 89832 PHONE: (775) 265-4191 PHONE: (208) 759-3100 FAX: (775) 265-6240 FAX: (208) 759-3102

DUCKWATER SHOSHONE TRIBE ELKO BAND COUNCIL Ruby Sam, Chair Lynette Piffero, Chair P.O Box 140068 1745 Silver Eagle Drive Duckwater NV 89314 Elko, NV 89801 PHONE: (775) 863-0227 PHONE: (775) 738-8889 FAX: (775) 863-0301 FAX: (775) 753-5439

GOSHUTE BUSINESS COUNCIL LAS VEGAS PAIUTE TRIBE Rupert Steele, Chair Alfreda L Mitre, Chair P.O Box 6104 One Paiute Drive Ibapah, UT 84034 Las Vegas, NV 89106 PHONE: (435) 234-1138 PHONE: (702) 386-3926 FAX: (435) 234-1162 FAX: (702) 383-4019

LOVELOCK PAIUTE TRIBE MOAPA BUSINESS COUNCIL Stephanie Rhodes, Chair Darren Daboda, Chair P.O Box 878 P.O. Box 340 Lovelock, NV 89419 Moapa, NV 89025 PHONE: (775) 273-7861 PHONE: (702) 865-2787 FAX: (775) 273-3802 FAX: (702) 865-2875

PYRAMID LAKE PAIUTE TRIBE RENO-SPARKS INDIAN COLONY Mervin Wright, Chair Arlan D. Melendez, Chair P.O. box 256 98 Colony Road Nixon, NV 89424 Reno, NV 89506 PHONE: (775) 574-1000 PHONE: (775) 329-2936 FAX: (775) 574-1008 FAX: (775) 329-8710

SOUTH FORK BAND COUNCIL STEWART COMMUNITY COUNCIL Cheryl Mose-Temoke, Chair Wanda E. Batchelor, Chair 21 Lee B-13 Darienne Tenorio-Vice-Chair Spring Creek, NV 89815 5300 Snyder Avenue PHONE: (775) 744-4273 Carson City, NV 89701 FAX: (775) 744-4523 PHONE: (775) 883-7794 FAX: (775) 883-5679

38 SUMMIT LAKE PAIUTE TRIBE TE-MOAK TRIBAL COUNCIL Steve Frank, Chair Davis Gonzales, Chair 653 Anderson Street 525 Sunset Street Winnemucca, NV 89445 Elko, NV 89801 PHONE: (775) 623-5151 PHONE: (775) 738-9251 FAX: (775) 623-0558 FAX: (775) 752-2345

WALKER RIVER PAIUTE TRIBE WASHOE TRIBAL COUNCIL Genia Williams, Chair Waldo W. Walker, Chair P.O Box 220 919 Highwasy 395 Schurz, NV 89427 South Gardnerville, NV 89410 PHONE: (775) 772-2306/884-3751 PHONE: (775) 265-4191 FAX: (775) 773-2585 FAX: (775)265-6240

YERINGTON PAIUTE TRIBE YOMBA TRIBAL COUNCIL Vince Conway, Chair Dennis J. Bill, Chair 171 Cambell Lane HC 61 Box 6275 Yerington, NV 89447 Austin, NV 89310 PHONE: (775) 463-3301/883-3895 PHONE: (775) 964-2463 FAX: (775) 463-2416 FAX: (775) 964-2443

TIMBISHA SHOSHONE TRIBE Joeseph Kennedy, Chair 785 N. Main St, Suite Q Bishop, CA 93514 PHONE: (760) 873-9003 FAX: (760) 873-9004

UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS

CENTER FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC RESEARCH The Center’s objective is to increase economic literacy by increasing the quality and improving the quality of economics taught at all education levels.

Keith Schwer, Director University of Nevada, Las Vegas 4505 Maryland Parkway, BEH 205 Box 456002 Las Vegas, NV 89154-6002 PHONE: (702) 895-3191 FAX: (702) 895-3606 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.cber.unlv.edu

39 CENTER FOR SURVEY RESEARCH The center conducts marketing research and surveys, socio-economic impact analyses, feasibility studies, and computer system analysis for both private business and federal, state and local government agencies.

Pam Gallion, Director Cannon Center for Survey Research 4505 Maryland Parkway Las Vegas NV 89154 PHONE: (702) 895-0168 FAX: (702) 895-0165 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. surveys.unlv.edu/

LIED INSTITUTE FOR REAL ESTATE STUDIES The institute undertakes various extension programs, such as the Land Faire Nevada and sponsors seminars of interest to the real estate professional.

Debra March, Director 4505 S Maryland Parkway Las Vegas NV 89154 PHONE: (702) 895-4492 FAX: (702) 895-4650 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.liedinstitute.com/index.html

NEVADA SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER The primary purpose of the center is to assist existing and new small business enterprises throughout southern Nevada by helping them plan their growth potential and develop and maintain professional management skills.

4505 S Maryland Parkway P O Box 456011 Las Vegas NV 89154-6011 PHONE: (702)895-0852 FAX: (702)734-7575 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nsbdc.org

40 UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO

BUREAU OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC RESEARCH The research unit provides a broad array of research services and consulting for local, state, and national business and government communities.

University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Administration Ansari Business Building, Room 411 Reno, Nevada 89557-0100 PHONE: (775) 784-6877 FAX: (775) 784-4337 WEB: www.nsbdc.org/what/data_statistics/bber/

CENTER FOR ETHICS AND HEALTH POLICY The center is concerned with providing current, accurate, and timely information regarding health care and the costs of health care to the citizens of Nevada.

Sally Hardwick, Director Mail Stop 339 University of Nevada, Reno Reno, NV 89557-0339 PHONE: (775) 327-2309 FAX: (775) 327-2203 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.unr.edu/ncehp/index.html

GRAHAM AND JEAN SANFORD CENTER FOR AGING The center provides a central focus for all geriatric and gerontology education, and conducts research and community outreach programs at University of Nevada Reno.

Patricia Berry, Director Mail Stop 146 University of Nevada Reno Reno NV 89557 PHONE: (775) 784-4774 FAX: (775) 784-1814 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.unr.edu/sanford/about/

41 CENTER FOR EDUCATION AND HEALTH SERVICES OUTREACH The Center supports health care providers and institutions throughout the state and provides assistance in health manpower needs, continuing education programs, training of faculty about the aspects of the HIV virus, and technical assistance to communities in medically underserved areas.

John McDonald, MD, PhD, Dean and Vice President Health Sciences Center for Education and Health Services Outreach, and Office of Rural Health 411 W. Second Street/MS 150 Reno, NV 89503 PHONE: (775) 784-4841 FAX: (775) 784-4544 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.medicine.nevada.edu/cehso/mecon/index.html

CENTER FOR BASQUE STUDIES The UNR Center for Basque Studies is primarily a research center. Its mission is to conduct and publish Basque-related research. Anthropology, history, women’s studies, cultural studies, literature, bibliography, and lexicography have thus far been the main fields of research.

University of Nevada, Reno / 2322 Reno, NV 89557-2322 PHONE: (775)784-4854 FAX: (775)784-1355 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.basque.unr.edu/

CHEMICAL METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING / CHEMICAL ENGINEERING The mineral bioprocessing field includes the use of microorganisms in aiding the exploration of ores and the bio-remediation of toxic effluents potentially produced by mineral-industry operations.

Maurice C. Fuerstenau, Ph, Department Chair Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering Department 1664 N. Virginia St. - MS 388 Reno, NV 89557 PHONE: (775) 784-6771 FAX: (775) 327-5059 WEB: www.unr.edu/cme/indexe169.html?do=home

NEVADA BUREAU OF MINES AND GEOLOGY The principle purposes of the bureau are to assist the public in the proper development and utilization of Nevada’s mineral resources and to provide geosciences data to individuals, industries and public agencies.

Jonathan Price, Director Mail Stop 178 University of Nevada Reno, Nevada 89557-0178 PHONE: (775) 583-4591 FAX: (775) 784-1709 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nbmg.unr.edu

NEVADA SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER 42 The program assists existing and new small business enterprises throughout the state, helping to plan growth potential as well as development and maintenance of professional management skills.

University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Administration Ansari Business Building, Room 411 Reno, Nevada 89557-0100 PHONE: (775) 784-1717 FAX: (775) 784-4337 EMAIL: [email protected]

CENTER FOR NUTRITION AND METABLOISM The program coordinates nutrition instruction and activities within the medical school’s curriculum, operates a weight management center in both Reno and Las Vegas, and provides ambulatory care services through the departments of pediatrics, internal medicine, and family medicine.

Sachiko T. St. Jeor, Director 1664 North Virginia Street Redfield Building, Room 249 Mail Stop 153 Reno, Nevada 89557 PHONE: (775) 784-4474 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.medicine.nevada.edu/medicalnutrition/

RESEARCH AND EDUCATIONAL PLANNING CENTER The REPC is involved in the following field based activities: educational research, development, evaluation, staff and faculty development, and technical assistance. The Center works directly with educators in schools throughout Nevada, with the State Department of Education, and with faculty in the College of Education and other university departments.

William Raggio Building (WRB) Room 4090 University of Nevada, Reno Mail Stop 0285 Reno, NV 89557-0285 PHONE: (775)784-4921 FAX: (775)784-4997 WEB: www.repc.unr.edu/

43 SEISMOLOGICAL LABORATORY The laboratory operates a statewide network of seismographic stations and investigates the distribution of earthquakes, earthquake-recurrence statistics, maximum-earthquake magnitude, and problems related to seismic risk in Nevada.

Ileana Tibuleac, Director Nevada Seismological Laboratory - 174 Laxalt Mineral Engineering Building, Room 322 University of Nevada, Reno Reno, NV 89557 PHONE: (775) 784-4975 FAX: (775) 784 - 4165 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.seismo.unr.edu/

CENTER FOR NEOTECTONIC STUDIES The center coordinates research for the evaluation of geological environments that may affect land utilization and coordinates research related to the evaluation of seismic and volcanic hazards, groundwater environments, slope stability and sub-surface disposal of hazardous or radioactive wastes.

Steve Wesnousky, Director Mail Stop 169 Reno NV 89557 PHONE: (775) 784-1382 FAX: 784-1382 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www. neotectonics .seismo.unr.edu/

CHILD AND FAMILY RESEARCH CENTER The Child and Family Research Center is a research, teaching and service facility focusing on children from birth through five years old.

Sherry Waugh, Director Child and Family Research Center University of Nevada, Reno, Mail Stop 0141 Reno, NV 89557-0141 PHONE: (775)784-6762 FAX: 775-784-4533 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.unr.edu/educ/cfrc/

ENGINEERING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER The Engineering Research and Development Center promotes interdisciplinary research, administers sponsored grants, and contracts for the College of Engineering.

Mail Stop 312 University of Nevada, Reno Reno, NV 89557 PHONE: (775) 784-6931 FAX: (775) 784-1701 EMAIL: [email protected]

THE INSTITUTE FOR THE STUDY OF GAMBLING AND COMMERCIAL GAMING

44 The Institute’s mission is to stimulate research and educational efforts related to gambling and commercial gaming industries, as well as the economic, business, social and political effects of gambling on society.

William R. Eadington, Director 1664 N. Virginia St. MS/0025 Reno, NV 89557 PHONE: (775) 784-1442 FAX: (775) 784-1057 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.unr.edu/gaming

UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT The center conducts applied and basic research studies, technical and management assistance, sponsors workshops and offers counseling and referral services to Nevada State and local government and business clients.

Thomas R Harris, Director Mail Stop 204 Reno NV 89557-0105 PHONE: (775) 784-1681 FAX: (775) 784-1342 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.ag.unr.edu/uced/

UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY The Center researches, designs, and implements unique programs and services that promote recruitment and retention, the pursuit of academic success, and graduation. The Center's efforts expand cultural, historical and community awareness and maintain an open, safe, and inclusive environment for all students.

Reginald Chen Stewart, Chair University of Nevada, Reno/0144 Center for Student Cultural Diversity Reno, Nevada 89557 PHONE: (775) 784-4936 FAX: (775) 682-8977 EMAIL: [email protected]

UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR MOLECULAR MEDICINE This facility provides a University research laboratory, mouse vivarium, and clinical space for The Whittemore Peterson Institute, Red Labs, and the Nevada Cancer Institute.

Chris Larsen, Principal 6860 Bermuda Road, Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV 89119 PHONE: (702) 436-1006 FAX: (702)436-1050 EMAIL: [email protected]

USDA

45 USDA RURAL DEVELPOMENT-STATE OFFICE Safe and sanitary affordable housing for low and moderate-income rural Nevadans is a central goal of USDA Rural Development. Quality housing provides an economic benefit to communities and gives individuals and families a sound footing, thereby enabling their success. WEB: www.rurdev.usda.gov/NV.

Main Office 1390 S. Curry Street Carson City, NV 89703 PHONE: (775) 887-1222 FAX: (775)885-0841 EMAIL: [email protected]

Elko Office 555 W. Silver St., Ste. 101 Elko, NV 89801 PHONE: (775) 738-8468 FAX: (775) 738-1429 EMAIL: [email protected]

Las Vegas Office 5820 S. Pecos Rd., Bldg. A, Suite 400 Las Vegas, NV 89120 PHONE: (702) 262-9047 FAX: (702) 262-9969 EMAIL: [email protected]

UTILITIES

Many private utilities have economic development assistance offices. These offices assist communities with planning and act as a liaison on behalf of many new business and industry projects.

ELECTRICITY:

ALAMO POWER DISTRICT LINCOLN COUNTY POWER Alamo, NV Star Route 320 PHONE: (775) 725-3335 Box 101 Pioche NV 89043 PHONE: (775) 962-5122 FAX: (775) 962-5299 EMAIL: [email protected]

MT. WHEELER POWER CO. (Main Office) NEVADA ENERGY 1600 Great Basin Blvd. 6226 West Sahara Avenue Elko, NV Las Vegas, Nevada 89146 PHONE: (775) 289-8981 PHONE: (702) 402-5000 EMAIL: (775) 289-8981 FAX: (775) 367-5629 WEB: www.mwpower.net WEB: www. nvenergy.com

OVERTON POWER DISTRICT PANACA POWER AND LIGHT Kent Bloomfield, CEO Panaca, NV 261 South Jones St PHONE: (775) 728-4422

46 P O Box 395 Overton NV 89040 PHONE: (775) 397-2512 FAX: (775) 397-2583

PLUMAS-SIERRA RURAL ELECTRIC PENOYER VALLEY ELECTRIC Bob Marshall, Manager Rachel, NV 73233 Hwy 70 PHONE: (775) 729-2565 Portola CA 96122-2000 PHONE: (530) 832-4261 FAX: (530) 832-5761 WEB: www.psrec.coop

RAFT RIVER RURAL ELECTRIC Heber Carpenter 260 Davidson PO Box 85 Mountain City, NV 89831 PHONE: (775) 763-6040 WEB: www. rrelectric.com

GAS COMPANIES:

AMERIGAS NV ENERGY PO Box 1810 6100 Neil Road Hawthorne, NV 89415-1810 Reno, NV 89502 PHONE: (775) 463-2363 PHONE: (775) 834-4444 WEB: www. amerigas.com WEB: www.nvenergy.com

SOUTHWEST GAS CORPORATION 5241 Spring Mountain Road Las Vegas, NV 89146 PHONE: (702) 876-7011 WEB: www. swgas.com

WATER RESOURCES

NEVADA WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION Tina Triplett, Executive Director P.O. Box 8064 · Reno, NV 89507 PHONE: (775) 473-5473 FAX: (775) 473-5473

47 STATE OF NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION & NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISON OF WATER RESOURCES 901 South Stewart St. Suite 2002 Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 684-2800 FAX: (775) 684-2811 WEB: www.water.nv.gov

TRUCKEE MEADOWS WATER AUTHORITY 1355 Capital Blvd Reno, NV 89502 PHONE: (775) 834-8080 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: http://www.tmh2o.com/contact

USGS WATER RESOURCES This is a private company that does water rights research, and planning.

Kimball Goddard, Nevada State Representative 2730 North Deer Run Road Carson City, NV 89701 PHONE: (775) 887-7600 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nvwra.org

WESTERN NEVADA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT WNDD is committed to strengthening the planning and development capacity of its members.

704 West Nye Lane, Suite 201, Carson City, NV 89703775 PHONE: (775) 883-7333 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.wndd.org

WEB RESOURCES-FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

BUSINESS.GOV Business.gov helps small businesses understand their legal requirements, and locate government services supporting the nation’s small business community. WEB: www.business.gov

DEFENCE LINK A starting point for the Department of Defense website. WEB: www.defenselink.mil/

EPA (ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTON AGENECY) Link to several environmentally related website resources. Small business gateway to general small business and environmental information, contacts and environmental experts, and environmental assistance and tech help. WEB: www.epa.gov/smallbusiness/

48 FEDERAL WEB LOCATOR The federal Web locator is a service provided by the Villanova Center for Information Law and Policy and is intended to be the one stop shopping point for federal government information on the World Wide Web. WEB: www.lib.auburn.edu/madd/docs/fedloc.html

IRS (Internal Revenue Service) The IRS website offers a broad range of resources across federal and state agencies, as well as industry/profession specific information for self-employed entrepreneurs, employers and businesses. WEB: www.irs.gov/businesses/index.html

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA) Provides safety regulatory information. OSHA's role is to assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women. WEB: www.osha.gov/index.html

SMALL BUSINESS ENVIROMENTAL HOMEPAGE Provides access to general information about environmental compliance and pollution prevention. WEB: www.smallbiz-enviroweb.org/

U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS Collection of statistical labor market information. WEB: www.stats.bls.gov/

U.S. CENSUS BUREAU The Census Bureau serves as the leading source of quality data about the nation's people and economy. We honor privacy, protect confidentiality, share our expertise globally, and conduct our work openly. We are guided on this mission by our strong and capable workforce, our readiness to innovate, and our abiding commitment to our customers. WEB: www.census.gov

U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Web resource to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. WEB: www.sbaonline.sba.gov