Reno Development Threatens Virginia Range Mustangs' Water Access - Act Now!

Protect Virginia Range Mustangs' Water AccessProtect Virginia Range Mustangs' Water Access

Join us in advocating for the Virginia Range mustangs! Your voice is crucial at the upcoming Reno City Council hearing regarding Phase II of the Bella Vista Ranch development. This 77-acre housing project threatens to fence off hundreds of mustangs from their only water source. Originally, the development plan included provisions for water access, but these have been removed without alternatives.

Meeting Details

What: Reno City Council & Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting

When: Wednesday, July 31, 2019, 10 am

Where: Reno City Council Chamber, One East First Street, Reno

This is not a vote on the development itself, which has already been approved. The hearing is a chance to urge the City Council to require mitigations ensuring the horses' access to water.

How You Can Help

  1. Attend the Hearing: It's the first item on the agenda. Sign a request to speak card upon arrival. Simply state your location and urge the Council to protect the horses' water access.
  2. Submit Comments: If you can't attend, submit your comments via this link. Mention if you're a Reno resident.
  3. RSVP: Email [email protected] if you plan to attend or need more information.

Talking Points

  • The Virginia Range mustangs are beloved by Reno residents and attract tourists. They must be protected.
  • The development will fence off horses from their water source, leading to potential tragedy.
  • This could result in public outcry and negative publicity for Reno.
  • Although the development is approved, further approvals bring it closer to construction, risking the horses' survival.
  • The city and developer must collaborate to provide alternative water sources, mandating this in the development plan.
  • The horses are a cultural, historic, and tourism asset for the Reno/Carson City area, with impacts extending beyond Reno.

Thank you for standing up for our Virginia Range mustangs!

-The AWHC Nevada Team

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