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Churchill County accepts $4 million federal earmark for Moody‑Coleman connector with 5% match
Summary
Commissioners approved a local public agency agreement to use a $4 million federal earmark for preliminary engineering and environmental review of the Moody‑Coleman Connector project, acknowledging the county's 5% match of $210,526 and that construction funding will require separate action.
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners approved a local public agency agreement with the Nevada Department of Transportation to use a $4 million federal earmark for preliminary engineering and environmental review of the Moody‑Coleman Connector.
Chris Bruns, representing county staff, said the project would connect Coleman Road and Moody Lane to improve access across the Carson River and support future development; the county’s required 5% match for the earmark was reported as $210,526. Staff emphasized that the funds approved at this stage cover design and NEPA review and that construction would require separate funding once a final design and environmental process are complete.
Why it matters: The connector is intended to improve traffic flow and access across the river and could shape local development patterns. The board approved the agreement unanimously and noted staff estimates for the preliminary phase are currently below the full earmark amount but that the county budgeted the full allocation to cover potential increases.
Next steps: Staff will proceed with preliminary engineering, environmental review and NEPA compliance; separate action will be required for construction funding and final design.
