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Welcome to Douglas County!

This site is dedicated to providing information and access to the full range of services offered by county government. Together with residents and business owners, Douglas County is working to provide quality services that help make this an even better place to live, work and visit. Whether you live in Douglas County or are planning a visit, stop by often to discover our latest offerings.

Strategic Plan

On May 1, 2008, the County Board adopted its Strategic Plan containing goals, objectives, and priorities to guide staff during the next six to 24 months.    Click here  to view the Strategic Plan.

Draft Floodplain Ordinance

Douglas County is in the process of updating the Floodplain Ordinance. An initial workshop was held on May 14, 2008. The Board will hold the first of two public hearings on the proposed ordinance at its July 3rd meeting in Minden. Another public workshop will be scheduled in July to further discuss proposed changes and solicit additional comments. The second pubic hearing will be held on August 7th which could include adoption of the ordinance.   Click here to view the proposed changes. 

New Open Space Plan

The County updated its Open Space Plan in October 2007.  The plan is now available online.  Click here.   

Got Bears?

Are you having problems with your trash attracting bears?  You are not alone.  According to the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) the number of bear complaints has risen sharply in the last ten years, partly due to the increase of people living in bear habitat.  For lots of good information about being safe around bears and eliminating your trash as an attractant to bears, visit the the NDOW website .

Utility Operator Fee

In May of 2007 the Board of County Commissioners was faced with the difficult decision to either reduce expenditures further, which would reduce county services, or use reserves (savings) to balance the fiscal year 2007-2008 General Fund and Room Tax budgets.  Read more...