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Nye County approves $35,000 from LATCF to fund removal of illegally parked RVs
Summary
The board approved a one‑time $35,000 allocation to fund towing and impound actions for RVs and trailers parked on others' land, authorizing use of LATCF funds pending staff direction on implementation and eligible costs.
The Nye County Board of County Commissioners voted on Nov. 18 to set aside $35,000 — identified to come from the LATCF (Local Assistance and Tribal Coordination Fund) — to address illegally parked RVs and trailers on private property.
Commissioners discussed whether the county should subsidize private‑property impound actions, with callers and some commissioners arguing that towing is ultimately the vehicle owner’s responsibility. The county comptroller warned the measure was not budgeted and that staff needed clear direction on allowable uses (labor, towing fees, impound costs). "If the measure does move forward... we have to look at the general fund and the town funds and what contracts can be canceled," the comptroller said. The comptroller later confirmed LATCF could be used for a general government service in this situation.
Commissioner Bain and others described recent local examples of abandoned trailers and piles of trash on county right‑of‑way that prompted the proposal. After discussion the board voted to approve the $35,000 allocation to be funded from LATCF; chair called the question and the motion passed by voice vote.
What the allocation does and does not do: The action authorizes funding only; actual removal, towing and impound must follow proper paperwork and authorization from property owners. The comptroller and staff signaled that implementation details — which costs will be covered and whether sheriff’s labor is eligible — must be defined before funds are spent.
Next steps: Staff will clarify scope (towing/impound vs. labor costs), identify specific funding lines, and return to the board or proceed under the comptroller’s direction as appropriate.
