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.
Press Releases
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, […]
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, […]
Sparks Boulevard Pedestrian Path Detours Begin January 19
SPARKS, Nev. (Jan. 16, 2026) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is implementing a pedestrian path closure on Sparks Boulevard between Prater Way and O’Callaghan/Springland Drive, beginning Monday, […]
RTC Invites Community to Public Information Meeting on Prater Way Rehabilitation Project
Prater Way Rehabilitation Project Public Meeting SPARKS, Nev. – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County invites the public to attend a Public Information Meeting to learn more about […]
Sparks Boulevard Lane Closures Begin January 5 for Roadway Widening
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Josh MacEachern, Public Information Officer jmaceachern@rtcwashoe.com | RTC Media Phone: 775-420-1727 SPARKS, Nev. (Jan. 2, 2026) – Drivers traveling on Sparks Boulevard should plan for significant traffic impacts […]
Start the New Year Safely with Free Rides from RTC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Josh MacEachern, Public Information Officer jmaceachern@rtcwashoe.com | RTC Media Phone: 775-420-1727 RENO, Nev. (Dec. 30, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County (RTC) will once again […]
RTC Hosts Public Information Meeting on Northeast Connector Study Wednesday, Dec. 17
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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