During a recent government meeting, Carson City's Clerk Recorder, Scott Cohen, expressed concerns about the overwhelming responsibilities associated with his role, particularly in light of the city's significant population growth from 5,000 in 1969 to nearly 60,000 today. Cohen highlighted the challenges of managing multiple duties, including public administration and overseeing elections, with only two full-time staff members alongside himself.

Cohen noted that the city has approved hiring an assistant to help with public administration tasks, but the assistant is also heavily involved in election preparations, especially with three elections scheduled for 2024. He emphasized that the current workload is unsustainable for one person, advocating for the creation of a separate public administrator position to align with practices in other Nevada counties, where such roles are often designated and managed independently.

The discussion revealed that Carson City is unique in its approach, as other counties have separate public administrative roles, which allows for a more manageable distribution of responsibilities. Cohen pointed out that the pay structure for these roles has not changed since 2018, leading to disparities where his chief deputies may earn more than he does despite his extensive responsibilities.

City officials acknowledged the growing demands on the Clerk Recorder's office and the need for a reevaluation of the structure to better serve the community. However, it was noted that any changes would require legislative action, as the current framework is dictated by state statutes. The meeting underscored the need for a strategic approach to address the evolving needs of Carson City as it continues to grow.