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CONTENTS:

Regional Inforamtion...... 4 Transit...... 6 Business License Application Process...... 7 Resources for Business Assistance...... 11 Planning and Zoning Map...... 12 Employee Information...... 13 Hiring and Training...... 14 Internship Programs...... 15 Health and Wellness...... 16 Moving Resources...... 17 Real Estate...... 18 Family Care...... 19 Education...... 20 Events and Activities...... 25 Ranked #2 As Small Business And Entrepreneurship Friendly States2

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Population Demographics

With a population of over 225,000, Reno is the largest city in Northern Nevada. As the County Seat, Reno is located in the southern part of Washoe County, nestled on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in an area called the Truckee Meadows. (Source: Reno.gov) Reno is situated 26 miles north of the State capitol, Carson City, and 22 miles northeast of Lake Tahoe. Temperature-Seasonal Current Populations Information (June 2010): Washoe County: 429,908 The Greater Reno- Sparks- Tahoe Regional Basin: Approx. 1 million region has low humidity which (citydata.com) allows the cold days to be cool, and the hot days only warm. Clouds and rain are scarce (fewer than eight inches on average annually) and snow is nearly guaranteed (23.5 inches on average per year.) With over 300 sunny days a year the region is provided warm days, cool nights and cloudless skies.

Average Temperatures for Reno Tahoe

Annual 67.4°F 35.2°F January 21.8°F 45.5°F April 33.2°F 64.1°F July 51.4°F 91.2°F October 34.0°F 69.9°F

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Airports Public Transportation

Reno Tahoe Airport Authority is The Regional Transportation the owner and operator of the Commission (RTC) provides public Reno-Tahoe International Airport. transportation in Reno.

Reno/Tahoe International Airport RTC RIDE operates 29 bus routes is located approximately two originating at either the RTC 4th miles from Downtown Reno, and Street Station in downtown Reno, is serviced by most of the major at RTC CENTENNIAL PLAZA transit airlines. center in downtown Sparks, or at the Meadowood Mall transfer Reno/Stead Airport is a general center. aviation airport located about Denver, and San Francisco to 15 miles north of the downtown name a few. RTC SIERRA SPIRIT will take you area. It is home of the annual from the University of Nevada, all Reno National Championship Reno-Tahoe International Airport around downtown and back— Air Races. maintains robust cargo traffic with FREE! The service operates every service via 3 major cargo carriers 10 minutes, every day, from 7 am Website: www.renoairport.com with approximately a dozen cargo to 7 pm. Phone: 775-328-6400 departures per day. RTC INTERCITY is an express Reno-Tahoe International Airport The Reno-Tahoe International weekday commuter bus service has 7 Airline Partners with 53 Airport also features convenient between Reno and Carson City. daily departures to 14 non-stop parking and TSA Pre-check (for destinations. those who qualify) during our RTC Access provides door-to-door busiest times. prescheduled paratransit services Multiple daily flights between for people whose disabilities RNO and major airline hubs *US Airways will be joining prevent them from using RTC RIDE such as Chicago O’Hare, Dallas/ the oneworld Alliance on independently some or all of the Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Seattle, March 31st, 2014. time.

City Miles Airtime Website: www.rtcwashoe.com | Phone: 775-348-RIDE 441 1 hour Los Angeles 475 1 hour, 6 min Phoenix 753 2 hours Portland 586 1 hour, 30 min Sacramento 135 30 minutes 526 1 hour San Francisco 231 1 hour

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Obtaining Your Business License With Washoe County

We recommend that you keep a 4. Register With The Nevada current map of Washoe County Secretary Of State that shades each jurisdiction separately. for the Nevada State Business License. You may register with 2. Get The Application. them: • On-line at www.nvsilverflume.gov; You can obtain a copy of the • In person at their office at 202 North Carson Street, Carson City. Washoe County business license application: • In person at our office location; 5. Register With The Nevada • By mail by calling our office; Department Of Taxation. • Via the internet. You will need to obtain proof of 1. Determine Your Licensing registration (clearance letter) that Requirements. 3. Document Your Business must accompany your business Name. license application. You may You must obtain a Washoe County complete the sales and use tax business license if: • If you are incorporated through permit registration with them: • The business location address the State of Nevada, we will • On-line at www.nvsilverflume.gov; is in the unincorporated area of need a copy of your Articles of • In person at their office at 4600 Washoe County. Incorporation and a current list of Kietzke Lane, Building L, Suite 235, • The business is mobile and you officers. Reno. will be doing business in the • If you are using a business name other than your own first and unincorporated area of Washoe 6. Meet Your Responsibilities As County. last name, you will need to file a Fictitious Firm Name (DBA) An Employer. certificate with the Washoe County You must first obtain a business Clerk at 1001 E. 9th St. Bldg A, 1st All businesses that have license from the jurisdiction Floor in Reno, and include a copy employees must obtain workers within which your business of the filed certificate with your compensation from the insurance address exists. business license application. • A Fictitious Firm Name certificate company of their choice. You will also be required for must provide an affidavit of If you are doing business corporations doing business compliance or the completed in Reno and/or Sparks and under a name different from the compliance form, even if you have the unincorporated County, corporation name. no employees. please ask us about the multi- • Obtain an affidavit of compliance jurisdictional licensure process. on-line at www.nvsilverflume.gov; If your business is mobile, you • Submit the completed State will need to keep track of income Industrial Insurance Compliance earned in each jurisdiction in form with your business license application package (your policy which you hold a license to information is required). report annual gross receipts.

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7. Obtain Applicable Federal Or several County agencies before submitted a complete application State Licenses. your license can be issued. The with all the required approvals, business license office will prepare along with the $75.00 first Some businesses require the sign-off forms for you. year fee. additional licensing, and we will need proof that you have 11. It’s In The Mail! obtained these licenses. For example, a license from the State Your business license certificate Board of Medical Examiners is will be mailed to you within 5 required to practice medicine working days after you have and must be obtained before a business license can be issued. If you’re not sure, please check Additional Helpful Contact Information with our main business office to Main Business Office: Other Licensing Agencies determine if additional licensure 1001 E. Ninth Street, Reno Carson City ...... 887.2105 is required. Bldg. A, 2nd Floor Churchill County ...... 423.7627 City of Fallon ...... 423.5104 8. Complete The Application. West end of building Douglas County (Clerk) ..... 782.9014 Lyon County ...... 463.6501 All the forms included in the Mailing Address: City of Fernley ...... 784.9830 application package MUST PO Box 11130 City of Reno ...... 334.2090 Reno, NV 89520 City of Sparks ...... 353.2360 be completed. Businesses Storey County (Clerk) ...... 847.0966 operated from the home must Hours of Operation: also complete a two-part Other Monday - Friday “Home Business Requirements” Better Business Bureau ...... 322.0657 supplement. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except for holidays) County 9. Turn In The Application And Air Quality Management ...... 784.7200 Supporting Documents Phone: 775.328.3733 Assessor ...... 328.2200 Fax: 775.328.6133 Building...... 328.2020 (to include registration from Code Compliance ...... steps 4, 5 & 6). Most home-based www.washoecounty.us/comdev/ 328.6106 businesses will be finished at this County Clerk ...... 784- business_license.htm 7260 point. Environmental Health ...... 328.2434 North Lake Tahoe Fire ...... 831.0351 10. Complete The Sign-Offs. Truckee Meadows Fire ...... 326.6000 Planning and Zoning 328.6100 If you plan to open a commercial business (run from a storefront), State or a non-home based business Contractors Board 688.1141 run from your property (such Industrial Insurance ...... 684.7270 as horse boarding), you will be Secretary of State 684.5708 Taxation 1.866.962.3707 required to obtain approval from

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City of Reno and Sparks Business License Submitting the Items 1-4 are required prior to Application Packet submitting your Business License application. Business License All City of Reno applications and forms are available in the Reno office, applications online at www.reno.gov or via email by request. Contact the office at may take up (775) 334-2090 weekdays from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or to 4 weeks [email protected]. to process. Please plan All City of Sparks applications and forms are available in the office, accordingly. online at www.cityofsparks.us or via email by request. Contact the Please office at (775)-353-2360 weekdays from 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM or ensure that all [email protected] forms included in the packet are complete and 1. State Business License: Per NRS 364A, all applicants are requires to submitted with your application register for a State business license with the Nevada Secretary of State’s to avoid delays in processing. Office. The State business license registration can be completed online Incomplete applications cannot through the State of Nevada SilverFlume website www.nvsilverflume. be processed until all necessary gov or in person at their office located at 202 North Carson Street, information is provided to the Carson City, NV 89701, (775) 684-5708. Proof of registration is required Business License Division. with your application. Initial application and review fees 2. Nevada State Department of Taxation: If you are doing business in can vary depending on reviews Nevada, you will need to provide proof of registration from the Nevada needed and description on Department of Taxation. The sales and use tax permit registration can business. Please call the Business be completed online through the State of Nevada SilverFlume website License Division for an accurate www.nvsilverflume.gov or in person at 4600 Kietzke Lane, Bldg L, Suite fee quote. Appropriate fees must 235, Reno, NV 89502, 866-962-3707. be submitted with the application packet at time of submission. 3. State Industrial Insurance: The State requires that a Workers’ Comp Insurance form be filled out and submitted. The affidavit of compliance Reno You may submit your application in can be completed online through the State of Nevada SilverFlume person at City Hall or by mail to the website www.nvsilverflume.gov or submitted in person with your City of Reno Business License Division business license application. If you will have employees, you will need the insurance policy number and expiration date of your policy. Sparks You may submit your application in 4. Fictitious Name: If your business is utilizing a fictitious firm name person at City Hall or by mail to the in place of your legal first and last name, also known as DBA (doing City of Sparks Business License Division business as), it must be registered with the Washoe County Clerk’s Office. The office is located at 1001 E 9th Street, Bldg A, First Floor, Reno, NV 89512 (775) 784-7260. Proof of registration is required with your application.

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Completing the Business License Application Process

Once your application is complete license application will not be will not be approved until and has been accepted, the approved until the permits have permits have been completed. business license staff will notify been completed. If you need If additional information is the appropriate departments additional information regarding needed regarding Health to review your application. If a Building Permit requirements Permit requirements visit www. site visit is required, staff from please visit www.reno.gov. co.washoe.nv.us. For questions, the appropriate departments For questions, please contact please contact the Washoe County will contact you to schedule Community Development - Health Department, 1001 E. 9th your inspection(s). The Business Building Division, 1 East First Street, (775) 328-2434. License Division will complete the Street, 2nd Floor, (775) 334-2063. 5. Environmental Control review final approval once all reviews and is required for businesses that inspections are complete and all 3. Fire Department review impact the sewer and storm City fees are paid in full. is required for all Businesses drain systems (i.e. food service, at a Commercial location not auto repair shops, car washes, 1. Planning Division review is considered a shared use space dry cleaners, etc.). For questions, required for every business license (i.e. renting a space in an existing please contact the Public Works application. The Planning Division business such as a hair salon, Department – Environmental will review the address provided insurance agency, etc). Fire review Control Division, 1 East First Street, to ensure that your business may also be required for certain 7th Floor, (775) 334-2350. description meets zoning code home-based businesses such as 6. Police review is required requirements for that location. childcare, group homes, etc. For for businesses that conduct For questions, please contact questions, please contact the Fire privileged business activities Community Development - Prevention Division, 1 East First per Chapter 5 of Reno Municipal Planning Division, 1 East First Street, 4th Floor (775) 334-2300. Code. For questions, please Street, 2nd Floor, (775) 321-8309. 4. Washoe County Health contact the Work Cards Division, 2. Building Division review is Department review is required 455 East Second Street, required for Businesses who are for Businesses that are conducting (775) 334-3875. making any construction changes food service or otherwise 7. Council review is required for to the business location or impacting public health (i.e. business whose activities include changing the use of the previous childcare, schools, recycling gaming, liquor, pawnbroker, business (if any) in that location. centers, hotels/motels, etc.). If secondhand merchandise, escort If you have already completed you have already completed the services, and interactive cabaret. the Building Permitting Process Health Permitting Process this this review will verify the review will verify the approved approved building inspections health inspections and the and the issuance of building issuance of health permits. If permits. If building permits health permits are still required, are still required, the business the business license application

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Small Business Development Center

The Nevada Small Business Development Center is a statewide business assistance outreach program of the University of Nevada, Reno College of Business. We provide a wide variety of technical assistance to support Nevada Business. http://nsbdc.org Phone: 775-784-1717

The Chamber proudly serves the Reno, Sparks and Northern Nevada region by collaborating for economic growth, creating new opportunities for our members and upholding pro-business ideals through the advancement of sound public policy.

As the largest business Media Information organization in the area, we strive to be the leading business Print Website Phone resource providing information and opportunity leading to Associated Press www.ap.org 775-322-3639 profitability, advancement and a Daily Sparks Tribune www.dailysparkstribune.ncom 775-358-8061 strong business economy for our Nevada Appeal www.nevadaappeal.com 775-882-2111 members while supporting and Northern Nevada Business Weekly www.nnbw.biz 775-770-1173 promoting the uniqueness of our community. Record Courier www.recordcourier.com 775-782-5121 Reno Gazette Journal www.rgj.com 775-788-6200 www.thechambernv.org Televised Phone: 775-636-9550 KTVN Channel 2 www..com 775-858-2222 KRNV Channel 4 www.mynews4.com 775-322-4444 KNPB Channel 5 www.knpb.org 775-784-4555 KOLO Channel 8 www.kolotv.com 775-858-8888

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Nevada Minimum Wage Rates 2 Premium Pay After The premium overtime pay requirement on Basic Minimum Rate (per hour) Designated Hours 2 either a daily or weekly basis is not applicable to employees who are compensated at not less than Daily Weekly one and one-half times the minimum rate or to employees of enterprises having a gross annual $8.25 (with no health ins. benefits provided by employer) 8 40 sales volume of less than $250,000.The minimum $7.25 (with health ins. benefits provided by employer and 8 40 wage rate may be increased annually based received by employee) upon changes in the cost of living index increase. (Source: www.dol.gov 2013)

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The workforce in Greater- Reno Sparks Tahoe has been noted by many companies as a primary reasoning for locating in Nevada. With the skilled graduates coming out of the University, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem the talent is undeniable, and there is enough to meet the needs of even the largest employer. The challenge is matching the right employees with the right job, and we have the resources to help bridge those connections.

Applied Staffing Solutions is in the Nevada JobConnect Career business of providing professional Centers are user-friendly facilities employment services for your located throughout the state company designed to lower that provide businesses and the cost of hiring, training and job seekers with personalized employee "churn" by providing attention and a variety of you with qualified candidates valuable services, including that will meet your needs. We also job listings, job placement, provide various programs to work registration, labor market make filling your positions information, career information successful, easier and more cost and guidance, assessment, effective than ever. We provide information about education FREEDOM from the relentless and training opportunities, onslaught of advertising for unemployment insurance open positions, résumé reading, information, information on filing interviewing, and more. for unemployment insurance, resume preparation, referrals to We recruit for all employment other partner agency services, positions. We have placed and more. Account Executives, Sales Leaders, Managers, Engineers, IT Managers, www.nevadajobconnect.com Accountants, Medical Office Staff, Phone: 775-284-9600 Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and much more. www.appliedstaffing.com Phone: 775-853-5433

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Internship programs are an often overlooked and yet highly resourceful Why should I hire interns? way for many organizations to fill vacant positions. • Have up to date knowledge of technology/field of study

University of Nevada Reno Dream It Do It Nevada • Bring new ideas/view points to stimulate the workplace College of Business Internships Backed by The Manufacturing Contact: Jane Bessette Institute (the 501(c)(3) arm of • Are prepared to interact in Phone: (775) 784-4912 the National Association of the workplace Email: [email protected] Manufacturers), Dream It Do It Website: www.unr.edu/busines is the national umbrella brand • Reduces the cost of training for driving industry growth new employees Electrical Engineering Internship and workforce development in Program regional economies. • Reduces salary cost Contact: Joseph Bozsik Phone: (775) 682-7736 Nevada is one of approximately • Increases employee retention Website: 36 states currently participating rate www.unr.edu/engineering in the Dream It Do It effort, which was originally created to attract • Provides an opportunity to Truckee Meadows Community workers to fill the approximately evaluate worker’s performance College 600,000 open manufacturing jobs and potential before offering in the U.S. permanent employment Workforce Development and Continuing Education Contact: Jonathan Begley • Frees higher salaried Contact: Deb O’ Gorman Phone: (775) 342-5308 professionals from some of Phone: (775) 824-3811 Email: their more routine tasks to Email: [email protected] [email protected] work on special projects Website: www.tmcc.edu Website: www.dreamitdoitnevada.com Job Placement Contact: Nancy Roe Phone: (775) 857-4950 Email: [email protected] Website: www.tmcc.edu

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Greater Reno- Sparks Tahoe is being served by four major hospitals whose facilities encompass the medical center for most of Northern Nevada. The medical professionals are among the best in the nation, as well as those who come from the local University programs that work to inspire excellence in the medical community, with their use of advanced technology.

Renown Medical Center Renown South Meadows

Skill. Expertise. Renown South Meadows Medical Technology. Center, is the latest hospital to be built in the region with the facility Renown offers including more spacious rooms, access to more healthcare services and excellent dining options. than all other providers in the The hospital provides 24-hour region. This includes four hospitals emergency services as well as plus northern Nevada’s only CHA medical and surgical services and (Children’s Hospital Association)- assisted-living facilities. affiliated Children’s Hospital and Children’s ER. Renown Regional is the region’s only accredited Saint Mary’s Regional Trauma Center to treat seriously Medical Center injured patients. Additionally, Accredited Breast Center of recognized areas of excellence Is a 380-bed Excellence and is the only hospital include Institutes specializing acute care offering CyberKnife, a non- in heart, cancer, robotics and and general invasive radiation delivery system, neurosciences. This Top 100 medical/ in northern Nevada. integrated health network offers surgical hospital located in Reno, physician access at 14 convenient •Founded: 1908, by the Nev. with a complete range of Dominican Sisters of San Rafael medical group locations and services, including Women’s and 9 urgent care centers, and the Children’s services, Home Care, region’s most trusted insurance •Affiliation: Member of Prime Hospice and Palliative Care, a Healthcare Services provider, Hometown Health. nationally accredited Center for Renown Medical Center is located Cancer, a full-service Cardiology •Licensed Beds: 380 in downtown Reno and is a program, a multi-specialty Level II trauma center providing Medical Group and state-of-the- •Affiliated Medical Providers: 850 specialty care including cancer, art Fitness Center. Saint Mary’s •Volunteers: 300 heart, neurosciences, orthopedics, Regional Medical Center was surgery, intensive care, and named the state’s first Nationally •JCAHO Accredited: Yes women’s and children’s services. It also is home to a newly Additional resources: renovated and redesigned • Northern Nevada Medical Center Children’s Hospital. • VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System

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Pet Information

Regional Animal Services can answer any questions about shelters, licensing, microchips, and permits for your furry friends

www.co.washoe.nv.us/animal Phone: 775-353-8900

Library

Washoe County Library Information- Your cultural center for learning with access to new ideas, information, and the arts Electricity & Gas Utility Garbage & Recycling www.washoe.lib.nv.us/ Waste Management NV Energy is Phone: 775-327-8300 the energy supplier & www.wm.com power company for northern Phone: 775-329-8822 Nevada. They can help you Movers setup residential, commercial Telephone Colonial Van & or industrial utilities such as Storage, Inc. electricity and natural gas. AT&T Free estimates. Local, long distance and www.nvenergy.com www.att.com international moves. Commercial, Phone: 775-834-4444 Phone: 775-333-4811 | office, medical equipment moves. Total price guarantee program. Expert packing and crating. State/ DMV Federal employee moves. Secured, Voter Registration vaulted storage serving the Reno- Nevada Department of Motor Sparks area since 1994. Vehicles - The Department of Register to vote, change your name, party affiliation, or address Motor Vehicles can help with www.colonialvan.com vehicle registration, title look up, Phone: 775-352-8000 driver’s license information and www.washoecounty.us/voters much more. Phone: 775-328-3670 www.dmv.nv.gov Phone: 775-684-4368

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Everyone needs a great place to call home. With all the beautiful properties available it will be easy to find the one to meet your needs, whether you are looking for a condo downtown, or a family home near one of our many golf courses. Our real estate community can assist you with all of the steps whether it is house hunting, financing, insurance, or finding the right appraiser.

Property Search Banks and Lenders International City Mortgage seeks Northern Nevada Regional MLS Wells Fargo to be the premier www.nnrmls.com www.wellsfargo.com provider of best-in-class mortgage Phone: 775-828-8838 Phone: 775-689-6000 products and services in the United States. We are anchored Nevada State by well-defined mortgage Home Insurance Bank lending principles and driven by a www.nsbank.com company culture built on a strong Wells Fargo Phone: 775-852-6611 sense of purpose, a responsible www.wellsfargo.com entrepreneurial spirit, and a Phone: 775-689-6000 United Federal Credit Union significant commitment to the www.unitedfcu.com communities we serve. Phone: 775-329-6673 Reno Sparks Association We Specialize in: • Retail Mortgage Banking of Realtors • New or Existing Home Purchase • Renovation Financing www.rsar.net • Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA Phone: 775-823-8800 and Bond Financing

www.icitymortgage.com Apartment & 775-376-7333 Real Estate Guide

www.apartmentguide.com www.reno.apartments.com

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Child and Adult Care Spousal Job Support Centers Employment assistance can be provided for spouses and family Day care providers members seeking work after relocation. With over 100 local child care and preschool providers in the region you are sure to find the educational and accredited program that you desire for your child’s well being. To search for the program that meets your needs, it is recommended to ask about Applied Staffing Solutions Nevada JobConnect Career the caregiver/child ration and the recruits for all employment Centers are user-friendly facilities employee turnover rate to help positions. We have placed located throughout the state identify the best fits. Account Executives, Sales Leaders, that provide businesses and Managers, Engineers, IT Managers, job seekers with personalized Nursing Homes and Accountants, Medical Office Staff, attention and a variety of Care Centers Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), valuable services, including When relocating to Nevada it is Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) job listings, job placement, critical that the needs for all loved and much more. work registration, labor market ones are considered and the information, career information Washoe County Senior Services www.appliedstaffing.com and guidance, assessment, are here to assist with caregivers, Phone: 775-853-5433 information about education social and health services, and training opportunities, community programs, adult day unemployment insurance care, and legal matters. information, information on filing for unemployment insurance, www.washoecounty.us/ resume preparation, referrals to seniorsrv/info.htm other partner agency services, Phone: 775-328-2575 and more.

www.nevadajobconnect.com Phone: 775-284-9600

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K-12 Education Higher Education

The Washoe County School Individuals who relocate to Truckee Meadows Community District includes the Reno/Sparks Nevada for the primary purpose College boasts 13,000 students metropolitan area, Incline Village, of fulltime employment are and offers associate of arts, Gerlach, Empire, and Wadsworth. eligible for in-state registration associate of science, associate Currently there are 64 elementary fees at the Nevada System of of applied science or associate schools, a special education Higher Education. There are of general studies degrees, one- school, 16 middle schools, 12 several robust university and year certificates, or certificates of comprehensive high schools community programs available completion in more than 50 career plus Washoe High School (an for individuals seeking higher fields, including architecture, alternative school), Truckee education. The nationally ranked auto/diesel mechanics, criminal Meadows Community College programs offered at the University justice, dental hygiene, graphic Magnet High School and the of Nevada, Reno exemplifies their design, musical theatre, nursing, Academy for Arts, Career and excellence. and welding. Technology. University of Nevada–Reno is a www.tmcc.edu A five year strategic plan has public institution with over 145 Phone: 775-673-7000 been created, Envision WCSD degree programs and the campus 2015- Investing in Our Future, to size is 255 acres. The university Sierra Nevada College raise expectations of students and utilizes a semester based calendar www.sierranevada.edu teachers, develop actions plans and is ranked in the top 200 of Phone: 775-831-1314 based upon the best methods for national colleges, and their MBA teaching and learning, and invest program is ranked fourth in the Career College of in and challenge each student country. Northern Nevada on a name and face basis to www.ccnn.edu develop their potential through www.unr.edu Phone: 775-856-2266 graduation. Phone: 775-784-1110 University of Phoenix www.washoe.k12.nv.us Desert Research Institute (DRI) Phone: 775-828-7999 Phone: 775-348-0200 is the environment research component to the Nevada System Milan Institute Charter Schools of Higher Education. DRI fosters www.milaninstitute.edu/reno www.washoe.k12.nv.us/schools/ scientific and engineering talent Phone: 775-355-9547 charter-schools and is a leader in discovering the effects of natural and human- Public Schools induced environmental change. www.greatschools.org www.DRI.edu Phone: 775-673-7300

Immunization Requirment Information: 775-328-3724 | www.co.washoe.nv.us/health

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THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO A university on the move is making this region a smart choice for business. National Tier 1 Top 25 university, as reported by BEST U.S. News & World Report’s in the nation for best part-time COLLEGES “Best Colleges” issue. This MBA program, as recognized by U.S. NEWS & competitive ranking places Bloomberg Businessweek. WORLD REPORT Nevada among the nation’s top universities. 140 years... that’s how many years the 124% University of Nevada has been the increase in the number of enrolled state’s Land-Grant university. Today, National Merit and Presidential we continue this proud tradition by scholars from 2009 to 2013. serving citizens in every county of the Silver State. Tech Transfer The University’s Technology World-Improving Transfer Office helps to new companies and industries Research by commercializing University From advances in neuroscience to high- research and innovation. energy physics to solutions for climate change, Nevada is leading the charge. Shaking Up 13 Alumni Engineering In Congress Nevada’s Large-Scale Structures With 13 alumni having served in the Lab is America’s largest earthquake U.S. Congress, the University has a long engineering research facility. legacy of leadership at the highest levels. $350 Million $350 in new state-of-the-art facilities added in the last 6 years.

A SMART CHOICE FOR RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION With $93 million in current research activity, the University is perfectly positioned to help businesses with research, consulting, and joint ventures. The University recently launched an Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) minor program to support Nevada’s designation as an FAA-approved UAS center, and is working to achieve industry-University partnerships to commercialize fixed, aerial, and underwater robotic systems and advanced manufacturing systems.

Technology Transfer Office University External Relations (775) 784-4421 (775) 784-4805

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Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Millennium Scholarship Contact Information

In 1999, the Governor Guinn For example, a student attending Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship initiative a university who is enrolled in 12 Millennium Scholarship Program was enacted into law by the semester credit hours would be Office of the State Treasurer Nevada Legislature, creating the eligible to receive a maximum 101 N Carson St. Suite 4 Millennium Scholarship trust fund of $960 ($80 X 12 credits). Or, a Carson City, NV 89701 to be administered by the State student attending a community Treasurer. The Nevada System college who is enrolled in 9 (702) 486-3383 of Higher Education (NSHE) semester credit hours would be Fax: (775) 684-5776 Board of Regents adopted policy eligible to receive $360 ($40 X 9 Toll free number: (888) 477-2667 guidelines for the administration credits), up to a total of 12 credits of the scholarship. per term maximum.

For more detailed information regarding program requirements, please refer to the Millennium Scholarship Program Policy and Procedures of the NSHE Board of Regents at nevadatreasurer.gov.

The dollar value of the Millennium Scholarship is determined on a per-credit basis. Millennium Scholars at a NSHE community college will receive $40 per enrolled lower division credit hour and $60 per enrolled upper division credit hour. Millennium Scholars at a NSHE state college will receive $60 per enrolled credit hour. Millennium Scholars at all other eligible institutions will receive $80 per enrolled credit hour.

Millennium Scholarship funding is limited to a maximum of 12 credits per semester, counting all coursework at all institutions.

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Enrollment Requirements

Your school district will submit nor does it guarantee admission must meet to receive the benefits your name to the State Treasurer’s to all programs at the eligible of the scholarship: office if you are an eligible institutions of higher education. Millennium Scholar. There is 1. Enroll each semester in a no application form for you to You should contact the minimum of 6 credits at a NSHE complete. institutions of your choice and community college or 12 credits familiarize yourself with their at another eligible institution; To receive the benefits of the admissions procedures and Millennium Scholarship Program, requirements. It is recommended 2. You must enroll in a program you must enroll in an eligible that students speak to their high of study leading to a recognized institution of higher education in school counselors regarding an associate degree, baccalaureate Nevada. advanced high school diploma if degree, or pre-baccalaureate they plan to attend UNLV or UNR. certificate. It is important to remember that receiving a Millennium After your admission to an Scholarship does not guarantee eligible institution, there are two your admission to all institutions, requirements of enrollment you

Eligible Institution Contacts

College of Southern Nevada Sierra Nevada College Roseman University of (702) 651-4060 admissions (775) 831-1314 x 7411 admissions Health Sciences (702) 651-4047 financial aid (775) 831-1314 x 7404 financial aid (702) 968-2049 registrar www.csn.nevada.edu www.sierranevada.edu (702) 968-2004 financial aid www.roseman.edu Great Basin College Truckee Meadows (775) 753-2102 admissions Community College Western Nevada College (775) 753-2399 financial aid (775) 673-7042 admissions (775) 445-3277 admissions www.gbcnv.edu (775) 673-7072 financial aid (775) 445-3264 financial aid www.tmcc.edu www.wnc.edu Nevada State College (702) 992-2130 admissions University of Nevada, Las Vegas (702) 992-2150 financial aid (702) 774-UNLV recruitment www.nsc.nevada.edu (702) 895-3424 financial aid www.unlv.edu

University of Nevada, Reno (775) 784-4700 admissions (775) 784-4666 financial aid www.unr.edu

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Reno- Sparks Tahoe has an abundance of events and activities for every day of the week, and every weekend. With the gorgeous climate the community has developed events for every season from the Reno River Festival at the historical downtown white water park to the BBQ Brews and Blues Festival in the fall.

For More Information Check Out: A preview of some of the activities includes: The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority. • Cinco de Mayo The RSCVA, was established in • Reno River Festival 1959 as the Washoe County Fair • Reno-Tahoe Odyssey and Recreation Board. The RSCVA • Rock N Roll Revival acts as a marketing organization • Street Vibrations - Spring for the county to promote • PRCA Xtreme Bulls convention and tourism business. • Reno Rodeo • BBQ Brews & Blues www.visitrenotahoe.com • US Open of Watercross • Reno 500 • Triple-A All-Star Game • Wanderlust Festival • Tour de Nez-Vada • Reno-Tahoe Open • Lake Tahoe Summerfest • Hot August Nights • Barrett-Jackson Auction • Lucas Oil Off Road Racing • GrandVenture Sports Festival • Rib Cook-Off • Reno Balloon Races • Camel Races • Reno Air Races • Street Vibrations - Fall • Great Italian Festival • NV Chamber Music Festival • Burning Man

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Arts & Culture

Little City, Big Culture Artown Nevada Museum of Art Greater Reno-Sparks-Tahoe Artown brings the arts to life in Join the Museum for an intimate offers world class museums, art Reno each July with a packed discussion with visiting artists galleries, orchestras, theaters, and calendar of events. Artown and specialists during an Art festivals to celebrate the vibrant captures the imagination Bite, enjoy a summer evening art community. and brings with it a celebration of with the Museum for its annual distinguished artists from around A Taste for Art fundraiser or Pioneer Center for the world, across the country and explore the exhibitions on display Performing Arts those that live in our community by participating in an opening Pioneer Center is the home of our all for the sake of cultural diversity lecture as visiting scholars provide area’s most prominent performing and artistic innovation. in depth information and visual arts organizations: the Reno cues to enjoy. Philharmonic Orchestra, Nevada Reno Philharmonic Orchestra Opera Association, Reno Concerts, The Reno Philharmonic Lake Tahoe Shakespeare and A.V.A. Ballet Theatre. In Association is the largest Festival addition, PCPA hosts its own performing arts organization The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Broadway Comes to Reno series in the region, with over 60 Festival at Sand Harbor has now in its thirteenth season. Over professional musicians under the become one of the outstanding 150,000 people leadership of Music Director Laura outdoor cultural events in from Reno, Sparks and rural areas Jackson. They perform in Reno, the United States. In addition throughout northern Nevada visit Carson Valley, and the Lake Tahoe to producing professional Pioneer Center annually. region in various outdoor and Shakespeare for over 22,000 indoor venues. patrons each summer, our Monday Night Showcase, featuring the best of the region’s arts and culture organizations, reaches an additional 3,500 customers.

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State Parks Nevada is home to 25 state parks, including the majestic 22 mile long Lake Tahoe and the Mormon Station in Genoa showcasing the regions rich history. There are natural lakes, man-made reservoirs and alpine forests.

If your inner adventurer prefers fishing, hiking, star-gazing, skiing, ice skating, mountain biking, or nearly any activity in between there is a recreational area to plan your next day trip, or weekend getaway. Washoe County alone can provide 73 unique trails for hiking.

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Regional Parks

For more details on outdoor Lazy 5 Regional Park: North Valleys Regional Park: locations and facilities and 7100 Pyramid Lake Hwy. 8085 Silver Lake Road activities please visit: Spanish Springs Stead 775-424-1866 775-971-8561 www.washoecountyparks.com www.cityofreno.com Cold Springs Park: Ranch San Rafael Regional Park: www.cityofsparks.us 3355 White Lake Parkway 1595 N. Sierra Street Cold Springs Reno 775-971-8561 775-785-4512

Sun Valley Community Park: Bartley Ranch Regional Park: 115 W. Sixth Avenue 6000 Bartley Ranch Road Sun Valley Reno 775-674-8555 775-828-6612

Lemmon Valley South Valleys Regional Park: Community Park: 15650 Wedge Parkway 325 Patrician Drive Reno Lemmon Valley 775-849-1825 775-971-8561 Hidden Valley Regional Park: 4740 Parkway Drive Reno 775-828-6612

Galena Creek Regional Park: 18350 Mt. Rose Highway Reno 775-849-2511

Davis Creek Regional Park: 25 Davis Creek Washoe Valley 775-849-0684

Bowers Mansion Regional Park: 4005 US Highway 395 Washoe Valley 775-849-1825

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