Strengthening Stewardship for the Truckee River

Strengthening Stewardship for the Truckee River, employs a dual approach of on-the-ground enforcement and strategic coordination to maintain the river’s health and accessibility. The funding will support the City of Reno River Rangers Program, created in 2023 to address pollution, encampment impacts, and illegal dumping. Currently, four full-time rangers patrol the corridor, but additional funding for a new full-time ranger will expand coverage and improve public safety.

TMWA Benefit:

Priority II Watershed Improvements: Prevent debris, pollutants, and mitigate environmental hazards along the Truckee River and its tributaries.

Priority III Stormwater Improvements: Address illegal dumping and pollutants before they enter the river along the watershed.

Priority VI Stewardship & Public Awareness: Engage the public through patrol interactions, education, and compliance efforts.