CALL TO ORDER- 9:00A.M.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 

A MOMENT OF SILENCE 

 

COMMISSIONER REPORTS:

This time is devoted to reports by County Commissioners on meetings, conferences and seminars attended and for general information or updates only.  No action may be taken upon a matter raised under this item on the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on a future agenda and identified as an item which action may be taken.  

STAFF REPORTS AND COMMENTS:

This time is devoted to reports by County Manager and County Staff on meetings, conferences and seminars attended and for general information or updates only.  No action may be taken upon a matter raised under this item on the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on a future agenda and identified as an item which action may be taken.  

PUBLIC COMMENT:

This time is devoted to comments by the general public on non-agendized items, if any, and discussion of those comments only.  No deliberation or action may be taken upon a matter raised under this item on the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on a future agenda and identified as an item which action may be taken.  

CONSENT AGENDA

All matters listed under the consent agenda are considered routine, and may be acted upon by the Board of County Commissioners with one action, without extensive discussion. Any member of the Board or any citizen may request that an item be taken from the consent agenda, discussed and acted upon separately during this meeting. Consent agenda materials are available at the Lander County Clerk's office for viewing and copies are available for a nominal charge.

1) Approval of November 12, 2026 Agenda Notice

2) Approval of August 27, 2026 Meeting Minutes
3) Approval of September 10, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4) Approval of October 8, 2026 Meeting Minutes

5) Approval of October 22, 2026 Meeting Minutes 

(1.1)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the payment of bills. 

  

(1.2)

PUBLIC HEARING – 9:10AM 
Review, consideration, and possible action on zone change application no. 26-0040 filed by Frederick Fabian and Lander County to change the zoning on a portion of APN 002-290-02 from MRC – Manufactured Housing, Residential, Commercial to A1 – one-acre Agricultural and a portion of APN 002-280-22 from MRC – Manufactured Housing, Residential, Commercial to R-4 – Multiple-Family Residential and A1 – one-acre Agricultural District to allow for Residential Development. The subject properties are located at north of the intersection of State Route 806 and N Trescott Street, Battle Mountain, NV. This was approved at the October 21st Planning Commission Meeting with no additional conditions. 

  

(1.3)

PUBLIC HEARING: 9:15A.M

Discussion, consideration and possible action to provide recommendations to support, oppose and/or provide suggested conditions, pursuant to NRS 533.363(4), to State Engineer of Nevada Division of Water Resources on Application No. 92056 by Paul L. Buffington and Kimberlie M. Buffington to change the point of diversion, place of use and manner of use of a portion of existing water permit 81901 to a location in Humboldt County. The board's recommendations are not binding on the State Engineer.  

  

(1.4)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the appointment of two (2) individuals to serve on the Lander County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife which currently has two (2) openings. Terms will be November 12, 2026 through June 30, 2028 and November 12, 2026 through June 30, 2029.

1) Damon Spring

2) David DeAndreis 

  

(1.5)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the appointment of one (1) individual to serve on the Lander County Planning Commission which currently has one (1) opening. Term will be November 12, 2026 through June 30, 2029. 

1) LeRoy "Lee" Harris 

  

(1.6)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the Development Agreement between Lander County and Emerald Land Company, LLC for Parcel Map No. 25-0058, 25-0059 and 25-0060, filed by Emerald Land Company, LLC. 

  

(1.7)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the road closure permit for the annual Parade of Lights on December 5, 2026. The parade will start at 6p.m. and the roads to be closed are Forest St, E. Front St, S. Broad St, E. Eighth St., ending on Altenburg Ave. 

  

(1.8)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the Letter of Promulgation for LEPC's (Local Emergency Planning Commission) 2026 annual report and authorize the Chair to sign. 

  

(1.9)

For discussion and possible action to adopt, amend and adopt, or reject Resolution No. 2026-13, a resolution directing the Lander County Assessor to prepare and publish the 2027/28 Assessment Roll. 

  

(1.10)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the retraction of the Burn Ban.

  

(1.11)

For discussion and possible action to canvass the returns of votes for the 2026 General Election from all precincts and districts in Lander County pursuant to NRS 293.387, to declare the results of the votes, and to order the Clerk to certify and transmit the results to the Secretary of State.

  

(1.12)

For discussion and possible action to adopt, amend and adopt, or reject Resolution No. 2026-014, a resolution authorizing Lander County to purchase a property located adjacent to the Battle Mountain Cemetery, at 385 S. Mountain Street, Battle Mountain, Lander County, Nevada, from Donald Stuart.  

  

(1.13)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the Opioid Settlement Agreement Exhibit K for "Albertsons Settlement" in an amount of $38,750.93.

  

(1.14)

For discussion and possible action to adopt, amend and adopt, or reject Resolution 2026-17, a Resolution to continue a Moratorium on Renewable Energy Generation Facilities for an additional six (6) months. 

  

(1.15)

For review, consideration and possible action to revise the guidelines and/or the application for the Business Improvement Program. 

  

(1.16)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0041 – 4th Parcel Map, filed by Frederick Fabian, to divide APN 002-280-22, a 13.87-Acre Parcel into a 20,302 square foot parcel, a 19,351 square foot parcel, a 16,793 square foot parcel, and a 11.51-Acre Remainder Parcel in a MRC – Manufactured Housing, Residential, Commercial District, with a dedication of 46,880 square feet of right-of-way for the extension of N Broad Street and proposed Fabian Way. The subject property is located on the north of the intersection of State Route 806 And N Trescott Street, Battle Mountain, NV. This was approved at the October 21st Planning Commission Meeting with the following conditions; 
1. Parcel Map to be recorded with the Lander County Recorder’s Office within one (1) year of approval by the Lander County Board of Commissioners.
2. Installation of curb, gutter, sidewalk, paved road, underground utilities, and street lights every 500’.
3. The developer may negotiate and sign a Development Agreement with Lander County to address condition 2. The agreement must be approved by the Lander County Board of Commissioners and recorded prior to recordation of the parcel map.

  

(1.17)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0042 – 5th Parcel Map, filed by Frederick Fabian, to divide APN 002-280-22, a 11.51-acre parcel into a 16,639 square foot parcel, a 29,530 square foot parcel, a 43,563 square foot parcel, and an 8.78-acre remainder parcel in a proposed R-4 – Multiple-Family Residential District and A1 – One-Acre Agricultural District, with a dedication of 29,362 square feet of right-of-way for the extension of N Humboldt Street and proposed Fabian Way. The subject property is located on the north of the intersection of State Route 806 and N Trescott Street, Battle Mountain, NV. This was approved at the October 21st Planning Commission Meeting with the following conditions; 
1. Parcel Map to be recorded with the Lander County Recorder’s Office within one (1) year of approval by the Lander County Board of Commissioners.
2. Installation of curb, gutter, sidewalk, paved road, underground utilities, and street lights every 500’.
3. The developer may negotiate and sign a Development Agreement with Lander County to address condition 2. The agreement must be approved by the Lander County Board of Commissioners and recorded prior to recordation of the parcel map.

  

(1.18)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0043 – 6th Parcel Map, filed by Frederick Fabian, to divide APN 002-280-22, an 8.78-Acre Parcel into a 1.00-Acre Parcel, a 1.06-Acre Parcel, a 1.19-Acre Parcel, and a 4.89-Acre Remainder Parcel in a proposed A1 – One-Acre Agricultural District, with a dedication of 27,375 square feet of right-of-way for proposed Fabian Way. The Subject Property is located on the north of the intersection of State Route 806 and N Trescott Street, Battle Mountain, NV. This was approved at the October 21st Planning Commission Meeting with the following conditions; 
1. Parcel Map to be recorded with the Lander County Recorder’s Office within one (1) year of approval by the Lander County Board of Commissioners.
2. Installation of curb, gutter, sidewalk, paved road, underground utilities, and street lights every 500’.
3. The developer may negotiate and sign a Development Agreement with Lander County to address condition 2. The Agreement must be approved by the Lander County Board of Commissioners and recorded prior to recordation of the Parcel Map.

  

(1.19)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0039, filed by Double K Land Company, LLC, to divide APN 011-020-21, a 109.98-Acre-Parcel, into a 1.0-Acre Parcel, a 2.0-Acre Parcel, a 3.54-Acre Parcel and a 103.44-Acre Remainder Parcel in a C-1 – Commercial District, and 46,311 square feet of right-of-way dedication for proposed Round Mountain Court. The subject property is located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Yellow Brick Road and Round Mountain Road, Battle Mountain, NV. This was approved at the October 21st Planning Commission Meeting with the following conditions; 
1. Parcel map to be recorded with the Lander County Recorder’s Office within one (1) year of approval by the Lander County Board of Commissioners.
2. Curb, gutter, sidewalk, street lights must be installed, as well as Round Mountain Court brought up to county road standards, prior to recording parcel map.

  

(1.20)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Tentative Map Application No. 26-0034, Filed by Battle Mountain Development Land, LLC, to divide APN 011-110-30, a 71.93-Acre Parcel, into 95 lots for Single- Family Residential Development in an R-3 – Single-Family Residential District (One–Half Acre). The subject property is located on west side of Sheep Creek Road, at the intersection of Mulligan Way and Sheep Creek Road, Battle Mountain. This was approved at the October 21st Planning Commission Meeting with the following conditions; 
1) The subdivider is to comply with all provisions of the NAC and NRS pertaining to the proposed subdivision
2) Tentative Map approval constitutes authorization for the subdivider to proceed with preparation of the Final Map and associated construction plans.
3) The Tentative Map must be approved by the Nevada Department of Environmental Protection prior to submitting for Final Map approval by Lander County
4) Construction plans must be approved by the Nevada Department of Environmental Protection prior to issuance of a grading permit.
5) Tentative Map approval does not constitute authorization to proceed with site improvements.
6) Final Map application is to be submitted within four (4) years in accordance with NRS 278.360(1)(a). Approval of the Tentative Map will automatically lapse at that time.
7) Provide a location for mail/gang box.
8) Zero reveal post curb is to be installed on both sides of the streets, with walking path on one side.
9) Developer is to provide a complete design for sewer main lines.
10) Lots can initially install individual septic systems, in addition each lot must have a dry sewer lateral installed which extends to at least 5’ beyond the curb and gutter line, and is to be at grade with the sewer system design for the main lines.
11) Phasing is to be as follows:
a. Phase 1 – Mulligan Way
b. Phase 2 – Proposed Street South of Mulligan Way
c. Phase 3 – Southernmost Street
d. Phase 4 – Remain as proposed.
12) Exception approved for lot widths on Lots 10, 11, & 12.
13) Each lot is to have a 20’ long hard-surfaced parking pad in front of each garage.

  

(1.21)

For review, consideration, and possible action on a Business Improvement Program request in an amount of $2,550.00 for Anita Artz, doing Business as the Quilt Parlor, for a new exterior sign located at 147 E. Front Street, Battle Mountain. 

  

(2.1)

Correspondence and future agenda items.

  

PUBLIC COMMENT:

This time is devoted to comments by the general public on non-agendized items, if any, and discussion of those comments only.  No deliberation or action may be taken upon a matter raised under this item on the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on a future agenda and identified as an item which action may be taken.

ADJOURNMENT