FOR RELEASE: RTC Invites Public to Vote on Design for Sierra Street Bridge

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Josh MacEachern, Public Information Officer

jmaceachern@rtcwashoe.com | RTC Media Phone: 775-420-1727

RTC Invites Public to Vote on Design for Sierra Street Bridge

Reno, Nevada (August 8, 2024) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County invites the community to participate in the future design of the Sierra Street Bridge as part of the Sierra Street Bridge Replacement Project.

Four potential designs are being presented with varying aesthetic features for this iconic bridge.

“It’s important that the community has a direct impact on the look and feel of this bridge,” Bryan Byrne, RTC Project Manager said. “We are committed to creating a bridge that reflects the character of our city.”

HOW TO VOTE:

  1. Go to www.sierrastreetbridge.com
  2. Scroll down to the “Build-A-Bridge” feature and click “Vote Now”
  3. Review the design variations, pick your favorite, and cast your vote!

“We’re always excited to get the public involved in any way we can on these important projects,” Josh MacEachern, RTC Public Information Officer said. “Not only is it fun for the community, but it gives RTC great input on a project that will be a landmark in our city for decades.”

Voting is open through September 27. For more information, visit www.sierrastreetbridge.com or contact the RTC at www.rtcwashoe.com.

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About RTC: The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County, Nevada serves the citizens of Reno, Sparks and unincorporated areas of Washoe County. As the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for the region, the RTC provides leadership in planning and implements quality transportation systems to meet the community’s present and future transportation needs. For more information about RTC projects visit rtcwashoe.com and sign up for email updates using MyRTC or call (775) 348-0400. Follow RTC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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