Ward 5 Council Member· November 2024 – December 2028 (month-level start: November 2024 per sparksnv.gov Ward 5 page 'elected ... November 2024'; month-level end: December 2028 per Sparks Charter §5.010(1) (seat next elected Nov 2028) and §5.100(3) (successors qualify at the first regular council meeting after the canvass); seat day unpublished)
Joe Rodriguez
Sparks
About
Joe Rodriguez's campaign platform focuses on providing bold, strong leadership for the city of Sparks. His key priorities include opposing toll roads and ensuring strong support for local firefighters and public safety.
Campaign promises (2)
- infrastructureJoe Rodriguez campaigned on opposing toll roads in Sparks.
- public-safetyJoe Rodriguez pledged to support local firefighters.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 17
- Total speaking time
- 35:52
- Avg per meeting
- 2:07
- Segments
- 773
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Top issues during term (12)(Public Safety)
Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Expansion
The contract costs $1,046,000.05 over five years, funded through annual payments of $209,200.01 from the general fund.
Federal SAFER Grant for Firefighter Staffing
City match of $565,817.98 over three years; roughly $225,000 per firefighter per year in wages and benefits once the grant ends.
disaster emergency declaration
Federal assistance will cover a significant chunk of the cleanup and rebuilding costs, saving local taxpayers from footing the entire bill.
Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Adoption
Adoption maintains the city's eligibility for federal and state hazard mitigation grant funds.
fire station expansion
It's a $1.7 million price tag, and since it's Reno's project, Sparks taxpayers aren't footing the bill — or getting the new fire crew.
Washoe County Forensic Services Agreement
Allocates up to $800,000 while saving $200,000 compared to prior baseline expectations.
Fire Department Shared Leadership Model
Saves the City of Sparks approximately $245,000 in executive administrative costs.
Northern Nevada Public Health Updates and Budget Pressures
Agency is facing potential budget insolvency in FY 2027, with upcoming board retreats focused on solutions.
Regional CAD/RMS Dispatch Software Implementation
Contract adjustments and jurisdictional expense considerations are currently under review.
ShotSpotter Contract Renewal
Costs approximately $387,750 annually, totaling $1,193,969 over three years from general funds.
Regulation of Massage Establishments and Illicit Parlors
None specified.
Firefighter Recruit Seniority Determination
None.
Decisions during term (2)
Recorded while Rodriguez was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consideration, discussion, and possible acceptance of the State of Nevada Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety grant (AC-6222) in the amount of $34,500 in federal grant funding, with a required match of $8,625, for the…
Consideration, discussion, and possible acceptance of a State of Nevada Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety grant (AC-6223) in the amount of $15,016.50, with a required match of $3,754.13, for the Sparks Police…
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.