Happy 2019!  We’re expecting 2019 to be another exciting year.  We will present our annual EDAWN update and provide an update to the EPIC numbers at our State of the Economy luncheon on February 7.  Register here.  Also, consider joining us at the Alliance Event on January 23rd.

Affordable/Workforce Housing is our region’s top issue.  Please fill out the TMRPA’s survey on the issue as there needs to be a business community response to the question of growth and where it should be.  Early responses show a strong no change, limit growth, bias. TMRPA is looking to get feedback on four different ways our community might grow in the future.

Congratulations to UNR: University of Nevada, Reno elevated to ‘R1’ Carnegie classification! As a confirmation of its continued drive forward to excellence, the University of Nevada, Reno achieved a research milestone this week – being elevated to an “R1” institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. An R1 designation by Carnegie is reserved for doctoral universities with the highest levels of research activity. For more information, go here.

Your input is needed on the spaghetti bowl upgrades.  Of special interest is the proposed option to remove the southbound ramp to the Airport.  Lisa Gianoli, chair of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority Board, has detailed some of the Airport’s concerns here: RGJ Article and Public Comment RTAA Attachment. Public comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for improvements to the Reno-Sparks Spaghetti Bowl will be accepted until January 15, 2019 via e-mail at dkeller@dot.nv.gov. We will live with this decision for decades, so please take a minute to provide your input.

The EPIC Report with actual numbers updated. RCG Economics has updated the chart using the most recent census numbers with seasonal adjustments.  You can see we are exceeding what many thought was an unrealistic projection of 50,000 new jobs in 5 years and have nearly hit that number in just four years.  A new 5 year projection will be announced at the February 7th EDAWN’s State of the Economy. Actual numbers graphs.

 

Are you interested in influencing how and where money is spent in the Washoe County School District? Attend one of the upcoming forums to provide your input about District budget. The WCSD Board of Trustees place a high value on this input, and are encouraging students, families, and members of the community at large to participate.  For times and dates, go here.

The Stat Pack is a monthly business e-report, co-authored by Mike PeQueen of HighTower Las Vegas and John Restrepo of RCG Economics, with input from Brian Bonnefant of UNR. It combines important metrics relevant to business decision makers and financial commentary on current issues facing the Nevada economy. The Stat Pack features data and dialogue about the Southern and Northern Nevada economies.  Here is latest Fact Pack!

The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority owns and operates both the Reno-Tahoe International Airport and the Reno-Stead Airport.The Reno-Tahoe International Airport provides commercial, cargo, military and general aviation services and facilities to benefit the region in a safe, convenient, and efficient manner.