The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County will reduce traffic to one lane on southbound Sparks Boulevard between Baring Boulevard and Shadow Lane beginning Wednesday, April 8, and continuing through Friday, April 10. Closures will be in effect daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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March 30, 2026
FOR RELEASE: RTC Washoe Begins Paving on Mill Street Starting April 1
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County will begin paving operations on the Mill Street Improvement Project Tuesday, April 1, with work continuing through April.
Crews will reduce Mill Street to one lane in each direction 24/7 until pavement operations are complete.
March 30, 2026
FOR RELEASE: RTC Reminds Public to Provide Input on the Northeast Connector Study by March 31
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is reminding community members that the public comment period and survey on the Northeast Connector Feasibility and Alignment Study will close on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
March 20, 2026
FOR RELEASE: Arlington Avenue/First Street Intersection Closure Begins Monday
The Arlington Avenue/First Street intersection will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, March 23, through Monday, May 4. The closure will allow crews to complete final improvements in the intersection, including new sidewalks, curbs, gutters and intersection paving.
March 16, 2026
FOR RELEASE: RTC Offers Free Safe Rides on St. Patrick’s Day
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is providing free transit service on St. Patrick’s Day to encourage the community to celebrate responsibly. RTC transit services, including ACCESS and FlexRIDE, will be free on Tuesday, March 17, from 4 p.m. until 2 a.m.
March 9, 2026
RTC celebrates 5 years of Virginia Line university extension with free ride day
On March 7, the Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County marked five years since the extension of the Virginia Line bus rapid transit service to the University of Nevada, Reno, with free rides all day along the corridor.
March 6, 2026
West Fourth Street Safety Project breaks ground in downtown Reno
The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County celebrated the start of construction on the West Fourth Street Safety Project on March 2, 2026, with a groundbreaking ceremony at Johnny’s Ristorante Italiano in downtown Reno.
March 4, 2026
FOR RELEASE: RTC invites public to Northeast Connector open houses March 10
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is inviting the public to attend one of two open house events on Tuesday, March 10, to learn more about proposed corridor alignment alternatives being studied as part of the Northeast Connector Feasibility and Alignment Study.
March 4, 2026
FOR RELEASE: RTC Celebrates 5 Years of Virginia Line University Extension With Free Rides March 7
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is celebrating the fifth anniversary of the extension of the Virginia Line bus rapid transit (BRT) service to the University of Nevada, Reno, by offering free rides on the Virginia Line all day Saturday, March 7.
February 25, 2026
FOR RELEASE: Learn More About the Sun Valley Corridor Improvements Project
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County has opened the public comment period and scheduled a public meeting for the Sun Valley Corridor Improvements Project. Community members can view the meeting materials and submit feedback online starting today, Feb. 25 through March 27, at www.sunvalleyblvdimprovements.com.
February 10, 2026
FOR RELEASE: Temporary Closures and Traffic Changes on West Street, 6th, and 7th Streets
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is implementing temporary road closures and traffic pattern changes in downtown Reno as crews work on pavement and sidewalk rehabilitation.
February 5, 2026
FOR RELEASE: RTC Hosts Public Hearing for the Lemmon Drive Traffic Improvements & Resiliency Project Environmental Assessment
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County and the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) have prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Lemmon Drive Traffic Improvements and Resiliency Project, a proposed infrastructure initiative designed to improve safety and protect the roadway from future flooding. The public is being invited to participate in a public hearing by reviewing and providing comments on the EA.
January 30, 2026
FOR RELEASE: RTC Pavement Rehabilitation on 7th Street, 6th Street and West Street Begins Monday
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County will begin pavement rehabilitation work on key sections of 7th Street, 6th Street and West Street starting Monday, Feb. 2. The project is part of RTC’s ongoing commitment to maintain and improve roadway infrastructure.
January 29, 2026
FOR RELEASE: RTC Invites Community to Learn More About the Prater Way Rehabilitation Project
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is inviting community members to learn more about the upcoming Prater Way Rehabilitation Project at a pop-up information event at Sparks City Hall on Wednesday, February 4, from 4–6 p.m., as well as through online project materials available at rtcwashoe.com/project/prater-way-rehabilitation. Community feedback can be submitted online now through February 12.
January 23, 2026
FOR RELEASE: RTC Extends Public Comment Period for Northeast Connector Study Following Increased Community Interest
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Josh MacEachern, Public Information Officer jmaceachern@rtcwashoe.com | RTC Media Phone: 775-420-1727 RTC Extends Public Comment Period for Northeast Connector Study Following Increased Community Interest RENO, […]
January 23, 2026
FOR RELEASE: 24/7 Lane Closures on Sparks Boulevard Beginning January 26
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Josh MacEachern, Public Information Officer jmaceachern@rtcwashoe.com | RTC Media Phone: 775-420-1727 24/7 Lane Closures on Sparks Boulevard Beginning January 26 SPARKS, Nev. (Jan. 23, 2026) – Beginning Monday, […]
September 9, 2025
Construction on Sparks Boulevard Project Begins Monday September 15
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County, in partnership with the City of Sparks and the Nevada Department of Transportation, is beginning construction on the second phase of the Sparks Boulevard Project from the I-80 westbound ramps to Baring Boulevard, with additional roadway improvements included from Baring Boulevard to Shadow Lane. The project is anticipated for completion in mid-2027 and represents an investment of approximately $86 million into our community, funded with a combination of federal grants and local sources.
September 8, 2025
RTC Seeks Public Input on the Future of Transportation in Washoe County
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is launching a study to plan the future of public transportation in Washoe County.
The Move More with RTC study will review services like RTC RIDE, FlexRIDE, ACCESS and senior mobility programs to recommend ways to improve access, reliability, and rider experience.
September 3, 2025
RTC Provides Free Transit to The Great Reno Ballon Race
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is once again providing free transit service to the Great Reno Balloon Race Friday, September 5 through Sunday, September 7. Passengers can ride the RAPID Virginia Line for free to Rancho San Rafael Park from 4 a.m. until 10 a.m. during the event.
August 29, 2025
RTC Triennial DBE FFY26-28 Goal Development Public Meeting
The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County (RTC) has established a proposed overall goal of 0.55% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation for Federal Fiscal Years 2026-2028.
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