Council approves Agenda, 5–0

Approval of the Agenda

5 yes, 0 no

Approval of October 12, 2026 Meeting Minutes

5 yes, 0 no

Consent Item 8.1: Claims and Bills Report

5 yes, 0 no

Resolution No. 3504: Attainable Housing Policy

5 yes, 0 no

Approval of the Agenda (For Possible Action)

5 yes, 0 no

Consideration and possible approval of the minutes of the Sparks City Council meeting for October 12, 2026. (For Possible Action)

5 yes, 0 no

Approval of the Agenda

6 yes, 0 no

Approval of Minutes for September 28, 2026

6 yes, 0 no

Acceptance of Claims and Bills Report

6 yes, 0 no

Approval of the agenda (For Possible Action)

6 yes, 0 no

Miramonte Planned Development Water Infrastructure

Northeast of Los Altos Parkway and Belmar Drive, Sparks, NV

A first reading for a bill to modify the Miramonte Planned Development plan to update public potable water infrastructure requirements provided by TMWA across an 831-acre site.

still under-review

Silver Sage Manor Development Agreement

East of 4th Street and Wright Way, Sparks, NV (APN: 033-253-06)

A first reading for a development agreement with Silver Sage Manor for a 0.889-acre site.

still under-review

Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Expansion

A public commenter raised security and privacy concerns regarding automated license plate readers and surveillance tools used by local agencies, citing potential software vulnerabilities.

Regional Parks, Trails, Open Space, and Recreation District Service Plan

Local agencies are reviewing a strategic framework and service plan to evaluate creating a regional parks and recreation district for Reno, Sparks, and southern Washoe County. The plan addresses long-term maintenance funding, deferred maintenance, and inconsistent service levels across jurisdictions.

What it means: Residents and visitors throughout Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County stand to benefit from more coordinated park maintenance and expanded regional trail networks.

Agency Administration and Claims Review

The agency reviewed and accepted regular financial claims and bill payments totaling $16,788.32 for the period between September 16 and October 12, 2026.

What it means: Disbursements totaled $16,788.32 in accounts payable checks.

Targeted Goat Grazing for Hazard Mitigation

A resident requested that the city clear overgrown weeds and dry brush along the North Truckee Ditch easement behind the Preserve neighborhood to reduce fire risks. Residents cannot legally clear the city's easement themselves.

What it means: Homeowners in the Preserve community living adjacent to the drainage ditch.

Attainable Housing Policy and State Funding Priorities

The city adopted a formal policy to prioritize state funds and local fee reimbursements for affordable housing projects. This helps developers build housing for low- and moderate-income residents by waiving building permit and sewer connection fees.

What it means: Allows the city to seek approximately $437,000 to $450,000 annually in state matching funds and tax reimbursements for affordable housing incentives.