Washoe County commissioners appoint Kate Thomas as county manager after interviews

Oct 28, 2025

After four public interviews and public comment, the Washoe County Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted to appoint Assistant County Manager Kate Thomas as county manager. Commissioners said the Raftelis report and candidate vetting informed the decision; some public commenters urged a reopened search.

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The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously Oct. 27 to appoint Assistant County Manager Kate Thomas as the county manager following a day of public interviews with four finalists and a public comment period.

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