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 June 17, 2026 Agenda Notice

2) Approval of March 25, 2026 Budget Workshop Meeting Minutes

3) Approval of March 26, 2026 Meeting Minutes 

4) Approval of April 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes 

5) Approval of May 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes

(1.1)

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

  

(1.2)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the Canvass of the Vote for the 2026 Primary Election. 

  

(1.3)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the proposal from Trinity Consultants Westland to perform the baseline studies and National Environmental Policy Act documentation for the Lander County Rail Park Project in an amount not to exceed $173,000 and authorize the County Manager to sign.

  

(1.4)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the renewal proposal from Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool and approval for payment out of fiscal year 2026-2027 funds in the amount of $568,479.27.

  

(1.5)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove a grant request from the Battle Mountain Gold Diggers traveling softball team for $8,000 to be paid out of the FY26 miscellaneous grant funds. 

  

(1.6)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove Operating Engineers Local Union No.3 on behalf of the Lander County Sheriff's Association and Lander County Law Enforcement Agency Memorandum Of Understanding for Communication Supervisors 12 hour shift assignments for a period of 24 months due to being short staffed.

  

(1.7)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove Operating Engineers Local Union No.3 on behalf of the Lander County Law Enforcement Employees Association and Lander County Law Enforcement Agency Memorandum of Understanding for Communication Officers 12 hour shift assignments for a period of 24 months due to being short staffed.

  

(1.8)

For information, presentation an update from Nevada Legal Services regarding the services provided in Lander County in 2026 including visits to senior center and Senior Summer Initiative 2026.  

  

(1.9)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the re-appointment of one (1) individual to serve on the Battle Mountain Livestock Events Center Advisory Board term expires on June 30, 2026. New term will be from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028. 

1) Mike Neff 

  

(1.10)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the re-appointment of one (1) individual to serve on the Lander County Public Lands Use Advisory Committee (PLUAC) term expires June 30, 2026. New terms will be July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028. 

1) Amy Nelson 

  

(1.11)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the re-appointment of one (1) individual to serve on the Lander County Convention & Tourism Authority Board for the at large seat, term expires on June 30, 2026. New terms will be July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028. 

1) Manual Moreno

  

(1.12)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0012 – 2nd parcel map, filed by Faded Sage Properties, LLC, to divide APN 011-110-41, a 146.37-acre parcel, into three (3) 1.07-acre parcels and a 143.16-acre remainder parcel in an A1 - one-acre Agricultural District. The subject property is located on the south side of Blue Ridge Road, approximately 1068’ west of the intersection of Blue Ridge Road and Sheep Creek Road, Battle Mountain, NV 89820. This was approved at the May 20, 2026 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 fire hydrants per Lander County Standards.
3. Blue Ridge Road is to be brought up to County Standards and approved by The Public Works Director prior to recordation of parcel map.
4. Street lights every 750’ are required to be installed along Blue Ridge Road.
5. The developer may negotiate and sign a development agreement with Lander County to address conditions 2 through 4. The agreement must be approved by The Lander County Board of Commissioners and recorded prior to recordation of the parcel map.

  

(1.13)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0013 – 3rd parcel map, filed by Faded Sage Properties, LLC, to divide APN 011-110-41, a 143.16-acre parcel, into two (2) 1.07-acre parcels, one (1) 1.48-acre parcel, and a 139.28-acre remainder parcel in an A1 - one-acre Agricultural District, and a 10,903 square foot right-of-way dedication for Blue Ridge Road. The subject property is located at the western terminus of Blue Ridge Road, Battle Mountain, NV 89820. This was approved at the May 20, 2026 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 fire hydrants per Lander County Standards.
3. Blue Ridge Road is to be brought up to County Standards and approved by The Public Works Director prior to recordation of parcel map.
4. Street lights every 750’ are required to be installed along Blue Ridge Road.
5. The developer may negotiate and sign a development agreement with Lander County to address conditions 2 through 4. The agreement must be approved by The Lander County Board of Commissioners and recorded prior to recordation of the parcel map.

  

(1.14)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0014 – 4th parcel map, filed by Faded Sage, LLC, to divide APN 011-110-41, a 139.28-acre parcel, into a 1.02-acre parcel, a 1.31-acre parcel, a 1.33-acre parcel, and a 134.71-acre remainder parcel in an A1 - one-acre Agricultural District, with 18,470 square feet dedicated for Blue Ridge Road and 21,321 square feet for Super X Road. The subject property is located at the western terminus of Blue Ridge Road, Battle Mountain, NV 89820.This was approved at the May 20, 2026 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 fire hydrants per Lander County Standards.
3. Blue Ridge Road is to be brought up to County Standards and approved by The Public Works Director prior to recordation of parcel map.
4. Street lights every 750’ are required to be installed along Blue Ridge Road.
5. The developer may negotiate and sign a development agreement with Lander County to address conditions 2 through 4. The agreement must be approved by The Lander County Board of Commissioners and recorded prior to recordation of the parcel map.

  

(1.15)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0015 – 5th parcel map, filed by Faded Sage, LLC, to divide APN 011-110-41, a 134.71-acre parcel, into two (2) 1.0-acre parcels, a 1.05-acre parcel, and a 131.5-acre remainder parcel in an A1 - one-acre Agricultural District, with a 7,354 square feet right-of-way dedication for Blue Ridge Road. The subject property is located at the western terminus of Blue Ridge Road, Battle Mountain, NV 89820. This was approved at the May 20, 2026 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 fire hydrants per Lander County Standards.
3. Blue Ridge Road is to be brought up to County Standards and approved by The Public Works Director prior to recordation of parcel map.
4. Street lights every 750’ are required to be installed along Blue Ridge Road.
5. The developer may negotiate and sign a development agreement with Lander County to address conditions 2 through 4. The agreement must be approved by The Lander County Board of Commissioners and recorded prior to recordation of the parcel map.

  

(1.16)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0016 filed by Todd & Alicia Price, to divide APN 011-050-01, a 4.12-acre parcel, into four (4) 1+ acre parcels in an A1 - one-acre Agricultural District, with dedication of 19,944 sq. ft. for right-of-way. The subject property is located on the west side of 26th Street, approximately 1,232’ north of the intersection of 26th Street and Ethel Avenue, 445 26th Street, Battle Mountain, NV 89820. This was approved at the May 20, 2026 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. New proposed road is to be brought up to County standards and approved by the Public Works Director prior to recordation of parcel map.

  

(1.17)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0017 filed by Todd & Alicia Price, to divide APN 011-050-02, a 4.6-acre parcel, into four (4) 1+ acre parcels in an A1 - one-acre Agricultural District with a 19,950 square foot right-of-way dedication. The subject property is located on the west side of 26th Street, approximately 932’ north of the intersection of 26th Street and Ethel Avenue, 435 26TH Street Battle Mountain, NV 89820. This was approved at the May 20, 2026 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. New proposed road is to be brought up to County standards and approved by the Public Works Director prior to recordation of parcel map.

  

(1.18)

Review, consideration, and possible action on Parcel Map No. 26-0018 filed by Todd & Alicia Price, to divide APN 011-050-10, a 4.63-acre parcel, into four (4) 1+ acre parcels in an A1 - one-acre Agricultural District. The subject property is located on the northeast corner of the intersection of 26th street and Ethel Avenue, 400 26th Street, Battle Mountain, NV 89820. This was approved at the May 20, 2026 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.

  

(1.19)

Review, consideration, and possible action to forward a recommendation to the Lander County Board of Commissioners on Parcel Map No. 26-0019 filed by Benjamin D. Donaldson, to divide APN 011-390-22, a 40.13-acre parcel, into four (4) 10+ acre parcels in an A2 - five-acre Agricultural District. The subject property is located one quarter mile west of the intersection of 1900 East Street and Normal Lane, Battle Mountain, NV 89820. This was approved at the May 20, 2026 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.

  

(1.20)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the Kingston Town Board's selection of Right of Way Options with the Federal Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for the Kingston airport for which the County is the Patentee.

  

(1.21)

 For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the issuance of a new County credit card to the incoming Human Resources Director and the continuation of the existing County credit card currently held by Elizabeth MacDonald to be used exclusively for the District Attorneys Office.

  

(1.22)

For discussion and possible action regarding a demand for payment of Spay and Neuter vouchers not submitted in a timely manner (30 days after use) and/or without required supporting documentation from Desert Trails Veterinary Services. 

  

(1.23)

Review, consideration, and possible action on a Business Improvement Program request in an amount of $17,288.49 for Sarah & Lamont Edgar, doing business as Patriot Patchwork, LLC to stucco, paint, add lighting and a mural to the exterior of the building and to install gates and fencing inserts at 108 W. Front Street, Battle Mountain.

  

(1.24)

Review, consideration, and possible action to grant a six (6) month extension for Parcel Map No. 25-0033, filed by GV Homes, LLC – 2nd parcel map, to divide APN 002-430-03, an 11.26-acre parcel into one (1) 8,539 square foot parcel, two (2) 8,050 square foot parcels, and a 10.07-acre remainder parcel in an R-1 – Single-Family Residential District.

  

(1.25)

Review, consideration, and possible action to grant a six (6) month extension for Parcel Map No. 25-0034, filed by GV Homes, LLC – 3rd parcel map, to divide APN 002-430-03, a 10.07-acre parcel into three (3) 8,050 square foot parcels and a 10.14-acre remainder parcel in an R-1 – Single-Family Residential District.

  

(1.26)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove the Comptroller job description.

  

(2.1)

For discussion and possible action to approve/disapprove Resolution 2026-05 directing apportionment of Net Proceeds received in the month of May 2026.

  

(3.1)

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