Washoe County Regional Animal Services Advisory Board

Now accepting applications for open board position

Reno, Nev. April 15, 2019.  Washoe County Regional Animal Services (WCRAS) is accepting applications from Washoe County residents who are interested in serving on the Washoe County Regional Animal Services Advisory Board. 

Membership Detail       

The Regional Animal Services Advisory Board was adopted by the Washoe County Board of Commissioners in 2016 with the purpose to facilitate communication between community members and WCRAS to ensure that programs, operations and goals related to the care and safety of animals are consistent with the needs of our community. 

Currently, there are two upcoming vacancies to be filled on the Regional Animal Services Advisory Board:

• An individual with an interest in promoting the health and safety of animals in Washoe County to serve a four-year term.
• A representative from a humane or rescue organization to serve a four-year term.

The ideal Regional Animal Services Advisory Board Member will have a commitment to serving two to five hours preparing for and attending quarterly advisory board meetings as well as any special meetings deemed necessary. Board members serve in a voluntary capacity.

Applications are being accepted between April 15-May 15, 2019. Apply at: https://www.washoecounty.us/citizens/board_opportunities.php

For additional information and media contact, Shyanne Schull 775-328-2142.

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