FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Josh MacEachern, Public Information Officer jmaceachern@rtcwashoe.com | RTC Media Phone: 775-420-1727 RENO, Nev. (Dec. 11, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County invites the community […]
Press Releases
December 10, 2025
Help RTC Stuff A Bus with Food for the Community December 11
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Josh MacEachern, Public Information Officer jmaceachern@rtcwashoe.com | RTC Media Phone: 775-420-1727 RENO, Nev. (Dec. 10, 2025) – Help your community this holiday season by donating non-perishable items at […]
December 9, 2025
RTC Seeking Community Input at Sun Valley, Panther Valley Workshop Tonight; Meadowood, Hidden Valley Workshop Tomorrow
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Josh MacEachern, Public Information Officer jmaceachern@rtcwashoe.com | RTC Media Phone: 775-420-1727 RENO, Nev. (December 9, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County […]
November 24, 2025
RTC Administrative Offices Closed Thursday and Friday
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County’s administrative offices and customer service office will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 27 and Family Day Friday, November 28. RTC […]
November 21, 2025
RTC Washoe Awarded $21.5 Million Federal Grant to Modernize Bus Fleet
Reno, Nevada (November 21, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County has been awarded a $21.5 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) through the Low or […]
November 7, 2025
RTC Providing Free Rides on Veterans Day
Reno, Nevada (November 7, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is helping the community honor our veterans by providing free rides on RTC transit services for everyone […]
November 3, 2025
RTC Begins Construction on West Fourth Street Downtown Project
Reno, Nevada (November 3, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is beginning construction on the West Fourth Street Downtown Project this week. The project will enhance safety, […]
October 30, 2025
RTC Donates 3,000 Bus Passes to Help Families Access Food Banks Amid SNAP Benefit Gaps
Reno, Nevada (October 30, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is helping local families stay connected to essential food resources by donating 3,000 adult two-ride passes to […]
September 25, 2025
Howard Drive at Sparks Boulevard Closed Starting Monday, September 29
Reno, Nevada (September 25, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County will be implementing a closure on Howard Drive at Sparks Boulevard starting Monday, September 29 as part […]
September 12, 2025
Learn More About RTC’s Biggest Little Bike Network
Reno, Nevada (September 12, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County, in partnership with the City of Reno, is advancing the transformative Biggest Little Bike Network Project towards […]
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.
August 28, 2025
RTC Offices, Customer Service Closed September 1 for Labor Day
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County administrative offices and customer service will be closed September 1 in observance of Labor Day. Buses will operate on a Saturday-level service.
August 26, 2025
Free RTC Transit to Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County will provide free transportation on the RAPID Lincoln Line and Route 11 service starting Wednesday, August 27 through Monday, September 1 all day, each day to the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off, in partnership with The Nugget Casino Resort. RTC will also provide free ACCESS rides to and from the event.
August 15, 2025
Road Work Begins on Kuenzli Street Bridge Monday August 18
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County will be conducting bridge resurfacing operations on the Kuenzli Street Bridge starting Monday, August 18.
August 14, 2025
RTC Begins Construction on Vista Boulevard and Disc Drive Intersection Improvements
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County will begin construction on the Vista Boulevard and Disc Drive Intersection Improvements Project Monday, August 18. The project will enhance safety and efficiency at this intersection for motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists.
August 1, 2025
Ride to Hot August Nights with RTC
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is once again providing free transportation on the RAPID Virginia Line, RAPID Lincoln Line, Route 1, Route 11 and Route 7 through August 10 in partnership with Hot August Nights.
July 22, 2025
RTC Celebrates the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by Offering Free Rides July 26
The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is offering free transit service on Saturday, July 26 in honor of the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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