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Commission approves new Registrar of Voters warehouse amid public concern; lease draws 3-1 vote
Summary
Washoe County commissioners approved a 126-month lease for a 49,500 sq ft warehouse to centralize Registrar of Voters operations, citing improved chain-of-custody and efficiency; opponents warned the move could undermine voter confidence and access.
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners approved a lease for the Registrar of Voters to occupy a 49,500-square-foot warehouse at 6550 Longley Lane, citing operational efficiencies and improved security for ballots and voting equipment. The motion passed 3-1 after public comment and debate about transparency, cost and access.
County staff said the 126-month lease (starting Jan. 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2036) will centralize election logistics, consolidate scattered storage and provide dedicated space for ballot processing, training and secure storage. The registrar told the board the space will allow…
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