Public servants at state and local government are committed to improving Nevada for both individuals and the businesses they run. From listening to constituents to working through complex issues, seasoned public servants are at the core of change in the Silver State. Recently, public leaders met at the Reno offices of City National Bank to discuss the state of the state and the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
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Mobile IndustryTransportation in Nevada
The future of Nevada’s business success could hinge on transportation infrastructure. According to multiple Nevada transportation officials, success with Nevada’s transportation likewise relies partially on the support of the Nevada business and real estate communities. “Communication with developers is critical,” said Rudy Malfabon, Nevada Department of Transportation … [Read more...] about Mobile Industry
Smart Moves: The Future of Transportation in Nevada
Nevada transportation agencies have positive changes in the works. From smart cars that communicate to improved safety and increased sustainability, the agencies are driving Nevada’s future in positive ways. “In Southern Nevada, the RTC (Regional Transportation Commission) has public transportation and traffic technology under its umbrella, and it’s the metropolitan planning … [Read more...] about Smart Moves: The Future of Transportation in Nevada
Nevada Infrastructure: Keeping Up with a Growing State
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Nevada’s 1.95 percent population growth rate from July 2015 to July 2016 made it the second fastest-growing state in the country, slightly behind Utah’s 2.03 percent. With the state’s official population nearing the three million mark, how is infrastructure keeping up with growth? The Orange Cone Zone Some of the funding for Nevada’s road … [Read more...] about Nevada Infrastructure: Keeping Up with a Growing State
Are We There Yet? Nevada Roadways
Five topics are currently driving conversations about transportation in Nevada: new funding, new roads, new modes of transportation, new technology and orange cones. No discussion of transportation is complete without orange cones. Conversations aren’t always friendly, but they do allow information to flow on why cones are out there and which transportation agency is trying … [Read more...] about Are We There Yet? Nevada Roadways
Industry Focus: Transportation
Nevada’s transportation industry has seen a fair share of ups and downs in the the past several years. Working around funding issues while trying to educate the public on their needs, industry leaders have a myriad of challenges to overcome. Recently, transportation executives met at the offices of the Regional Transportation Commission – Washoe in Reno to discuss those … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Transportation
Go Anywhere From Here: Nevada’s Transportation System
When Tina Quigley became general manager of the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) she and her team went promptly to talk with officials in metropolitan areas where they’ve created transportation plans that were both funded and built, and had community support behind them. The common message from leaders in those communities was that even a public … [Read more...] about Go Anywhere From Here: Nevada’s Transportation System
Getting There: Transportation in Nevada
Nevada is a hub state, with easy access and distribution from both ends of the state to the Western states. Northern Nevada offers access by roadways, railways and an international airport as well as additional airports in surrounding areas. Southern Nevada offers ground access to Los Angeles, Phoenix, Salt Lake City and points south. The state’s business friendly tax climate … [Read more...] about Getting There: Transportation in Nevada