Reno City Council Special Meeting

[Special election vs. appointment] — Some council members (including Councilman Adam Mayfield and Councilwoman Doerr initially) argued voters should elect their representative, citing democratic principles. Others argued appointment was faster and cheaper. A special election would cost $102,147.35 and take until April 2023. The debate included concerns about voter turnout, election administration capacity, and whether alternative voting methods (paper ballots, hand counting under AB321) could speed up a special election — Councilwoman Duerr requested the council reconsider within a week and meet with the county registrar to explore faster options before finalizing the appointment process.

No amounts over $50,000 were approved for spending.

*Note: A special election would cost $102,147.35 if chosen, but this was not approved.*

Appointment decision coming back — If Councilwoman Duerr's request succeeds, the council may reconsider and ask the county registrar whether a special election can happen faster than April 2023 using alternative voting methods. A decision on reconsidering is expected within one week.

August 24 meeting — If the council sticks with appointment, a resolution outlining the appointment process will come to the August 24 regular council meeting.