Downtown Reno Development Feed

Siena Job Fair

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:12:22 -0800

100 positions to be filled as part of their rebranding and relaunch. Click link for time and date.

Reno Aces Ticket Sales Brisk

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 15:32:08 -0800

Single game ticket sales brisk: Via RGJ Blog

Reno Aces to Hold Exhibition Game with University of Nevada Reno

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 15:16:16 -0800

Aces vs. University of Nevada

Arlington Towers Restaurant

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 15:08:29 -0800

A new restaurant looks to be coming to Arlington Tower, most likely in the front space where the board shop used to be - a survey/notice was sent out to Arlington Tower residents.

Proposed STAR Bond Policies for the Baseball District

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 15:07:51 -0800

The Scoop: STAR Bond Policies proposed for distributing money within the ballpark district downtown. Read what some of the proposed 'rules' might be.

Siena to Open new Music Venue

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 15:06:50 -0800

The Siena will soon open a new music venue called 'The Loft' and will include an art gallery featuring local artists.

East Downtown Construction

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:00:58 -0800

Ballpark expansion and 4th Street Transit Station

Ballpark Expansion Opinion

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:59:34 -0800

Is continuing the ballpark district expansion the best way to bring tourists to the region?

Massive Transit Corridor Update

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:58:38 -0800

Mass Transit project details for SoVi

East Downtown Construction

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:58:30 -0800

East downtown construction

STAR Bond Negotiations

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:57:57 -0800

How much, when and what

Eco-Industrial Park

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:57:27 -0800

East 4th street. Plasma gasification. AND there's an action plan.

Construction Photos

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:56:49 -0800

Reno Aces ballpark expansion, Park Center Tower retail addition, and 4th Street Transit Station.

Siena Notice of Default

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:56:11 -0800

No, they aren't closing.

Downtown To Get Pedestrian Signs

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:55:13 -0800

To direct the public around east downtown.

All Major Reno Casinos Seeking Devaluation of Properties

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:10:51 -0800

Not good news for the Redevelopment Agency. This is a link.

Construction Update!

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:22:30 -0800

Ballpark, Park Center Tower, downtown in general.

Various News

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:46:06 -0800

Kings Inn (again), various meetings, neighborhood-level projects

Various Tidbits

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:45:07 -0800

New tenants downtown, some updates on Kings Inn and CVS Pharmacy/Longs tomorrow.

New Parking Meters Downtown

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:09:59 -0700

Three parking meter pilot test programs will be installed in the coming weeks.

Woolworths Renovation and more

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:07:35 -0700

Exciting Woolworth's news, parking debates and more.

Downtown Construction Walk

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:13:20 -0700

Pictures of the 4th Street Transit Station, Italian festival, ballpark expansion, Basin Street construction, and a new salon downtown.

Bus Rapid Transit - The Plans and the Costs and Beyond

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:11:32 -0700

Rapid transit and streetcars

Starwood Acquires Corus Assets for $554 Million

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:10:16 -0700

Yup

Downtown Reno Construction Update

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:08:56 -0700

Out and about on Friday - Reno Aces Ballpark, 4th Street Transit Station, and Reno Sparks Gospel Mission.

Starwood Extremely Close to Acquiring Corus Bank Assets

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 19:29:15 -0700

Well, my guess was totally wrong.

Downtown Walk

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 23:33:04 -0700

The Reno Sparks Gospel Mission starts to come down and other little observances downtown.

Various Monday News

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 23:32:18 -0700

Cavanaugh's closing, new retail being constructed on 2nd Street.

A sit down with Fernando Leal

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:01:33 -0700

We discuss the Montage, his plans, The Fitz, STAR Bonds and downtown.

RSCVA rejects new tag line

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:34:33 -0700

RSCVA Board nearly unanimously rejects "A Little West Of Center" tag line. New logo treatment, manifesto content and brand platform (101 things to do in Reno Tahoe) is generally accepted. Mortar's creative execution largely rejected.... Back to the drawing boards with a sense of extreme urgency.

Property round-up

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:51:18 -0700

Here's a passing thought Just for my rss'rs out there, because you're hip and cool and use rss. As I see it so far, there's over $150,000,000 in commercial property for sale in the downtown area. That's just what I have access to on Loopnet and doesn't include the standard 'you-must-pay-to-see-these' Loopnet listings. Also doesn't include the remaining downtown condo units for sale or resale as well. Here's a brief list.

New RSCVA Campaign Discussion

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:44:23 -0700

How I feel about the new brand.

Waterfront Project to keep abandonment

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:41:34 -0700

Upcoming council item.

City looks to Help UNR with Medical Lab

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 23:09:08 -0700

Using Recovery Zone Economic Development Bonds

Children's Cabinet to expand in Central Reno

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:09:08 -0700

Purchased a building at 777 Sinclair

Downtown Construction

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:09:08 -0700

Ballpark construction and 4th Street Transit Station

Various Tidbits

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 16:09:08 -0700

La Famiglia moving and more

Keep the Facade Improvement Program on the Front Burner

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 16:04:08 -0700

It's a vital lower priced project that could really help the tourist center of downtown

Corus Bank closed by feds today - Village at Idlewild acquired by lender

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 20:04:08 -0700

Crazy.

City Council Report - A hot steamy future for downtown?

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:52:08 -0700

And not in a cheesy way

4th Street Transit Station Construction Photos

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 16:02:11 -0700

Going vertical.

Reno Aces - Last Game Today and a Great Season

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:18:24 -0700

Some attendnace numbers/averages, plus why it's important to continue support.

La Bussola Looking for New Home

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:17:38 -0700

Can you help?

Wells Avenue residents and businesses band together to do MAJOR cleanup

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 11:11:19 -0700

Major props to all of them.

Meeting Items not to Miss

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:49:39 -0700

Upcoming meeting items from multiple boards.

4th Street Transit Station Construction Update

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:13:24 -0700

Photos.

RSCVA to give sneak peek of new tourism campaign today

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:20:18 -0700

If you feel like shelling out $30 to learn what it is.

RGJ CATCHES ONTO RDA WOES I REPORTED ON LAST WEEK

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:00:08 -0700

Click link for full story

Discussions of Priority Projects Postponed to Gather more Info

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:53:24 -0700

Fresh out of today's caucus meeting. That's ok. When making important decisions like this, it's a good thing to take some extra time...these are for 2010/2011 projections so they have a little time to think this through.

Corus Bank Update

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:21:47 -0700

They seem to be lining for for Corus' assets.

C4Cube Dumps Mason Building Plans - Opts for Basin Street's Park Center Tower

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:15:10 -0700

Bummer, and I was so looking forward to the Mason Building being renovated.

Priority Projects - The Mother of all Updates

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 11:49:51 -0700

It's not all bad news.

Downtown Walk - Montage Pool Deck Update, Gringos, and More

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 12:15:51 -0700

Roaming around downtown Reno this morning.

Redevelopment Agency facing Class 5 Rapids regarding Baseball Deal, Overall Budget

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 21:18:03 -0700

Stretched thin and getting thinner.

11 @ The Firehouse Open House

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 19:02:18 -0700

See photos from the open house, including interiors of loft spaces and Salon 7

Council discusses Reno Opportunity Growth Fund - Some venues inside West Street Market not doing so hot

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:19:31 -0700

Discussion of a settlement reveals the loan program has no council oversight.

Reno Recovery Zone Bonds

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:18:08 -0700

A glimmer of hope for some long overdue projects

Redevelopment Agency Audit on Tap

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 11:46:17 -0700

Will it yield any surprises?

Reno Aces Return for Homestand

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 11:45:40 -0700

Reno Aces return for an exciting homestand, including a Josh Whitesell bobblehead tomorrow.

Knitting Factory coming to Downtown Reno

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:46:42 -0700

Concert venue in downtown Reno.

Downtown Reno Search Stats

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:19:12 -0700

I received a lot of requests to post some visitor stats on my site, mostly for research purposes or people writing college papers. These stats also show interest in downtown Reno is alive and well.

Reno Light Rail Project

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:18:33 -0700

Reno Light Rail Project?

Corus Bank in Trouble

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:17:56 -0700

What will it mean for the Montage?

Green Drinks tonight!

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 09:21:58 -0700

7/28/09 GREEN DRINKS - My good friend and business associate Smartbrand/Project EcoBrand will be greenin' it up tonight at Green Drinks. The heat of summer will be nothing but cool at Lincoln Lounge - Reno's favorite new bar. With some amazing decor (including Abe Lincoln art), a patio and architecture that features reclaimed materials - this is an event and place not to be missed. Get ready for a good time while networking with others in our area who are dedicated to sustainability and renewable energy.
Where: Lincoln Lounge, 306 East 4th Street
When: 5-7 p.m.

BREAKING NEWS: Redevelopment Agency to merge with Community Development

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:39:47 -0700

Two sources confirmed to me that Redevelopment Agency is going to merge with Community Development department, and Mark Lewis was let go as of yesterday. I'm also told this decision was made without the knowledge of the mayor, Dwight Dortch, Pierre Hascheff, or Dan Gustin. Stay tuned for more info.

Reno Aces Tuesday Game Photos

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 18:33:31 -0700

Reno Aces! Some great photos of a Tuesday night game.

MidTown Report

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:31:43 -0700

Lots of activity to report in MidTown as well as interior photos of the new Gui Denby building on Center Street.

Council Report

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:30:46 -0700

First, I wanted to remind everyone that you can follow 'live' real-time updates from City Council meetings on Twitter or by watching the quick updates box on my home page, or by following me on Facebook. So in case you missed my updates yesterday, or want a more thorough update, click here to read.

Interesting Tidbits This Week for 7-15-09 Council Meeting

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 01:03:47 -0700

Kings Inn, Reno Sparks Gospel Mission, a pub, STAR Bonds.

Activity on Grant's Landing Property?

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 23:58:02 -0700

Property sliced in half, and rezoned commercial.

Council to discuss intriguing bike plan

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:35:24 -0700

This could change the way you bike in the core.

Video: Montage Residents interview and feature

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 08:57:18 -0700

Video: Montage Residents interview and feature

Thoma Lofts to come before Planning Comission July 8

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 23:03:16 -0700

Thoma Street Lofts submitting tentative map and some variance requests. This is the first tentative map to be submitted for a Midtown or downtown project in quite a long time.

New brand concept discussion

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 17:54:50 -0700

What are your thoughts on RSCVA's new brand concept?

Prime Palladio riverfront space finally leased?

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:41:05 -0700

Ole Bridge pub info

11 @ the Firehouse Progress Photographs

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:38:48 -0700

I love this project, and I'm a big fan of anything HabeRae does. Check out some exterior progress pictures.

Complete Guide to the Freight House STAR Bond District

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:37:02 -0700

This is to be discussed at this week's city council meeting on Wednesday. By request, here is a complete guide to the Freight House (baseball) STAR Bond District, including history, preponderances, and more.

New Poll

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:59:09 -0700

Click to read the issue and take my new poll. It's regarding the new Code of Conduct rules to be discussed soon by city council.

Saturday Photos Downtown Reno

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:20:16 -0700

Blues and Brews, West Street Market, Riverwalk, and more!

Friday Night Photos Downtown Reno

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:19:23 -0700

Friday night in downtown Reno

Priority Project Breakdown

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:50:23 -0700

Priority project break down for RDA1 and RDA2 to be discussed today.

The Big Land Exchange - Details on Upcoming Agency Board Agenda Item

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 01:34:28 -0700

Details on an exciting opportunity for the redevelopment agency to acquire two blocks of extremely blighted land.

Saturday in downtown Reno

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 01:33:41 -0700

Downtown full to the brim with folks. See photos.

My Journey Into Nada Dada

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 01:33:17 -0700

Pictures and commentary

The Hub Coffee Company opens tomorrow at 6 a.m.

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:29:35 -0700

Coffee and bikes on Cheney. Yeah.

GSR making changes

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:36:46 -0700

Read what is coming soon to GSR.

Downtown Walk: a brown Kings Inn!

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:57:47 -0700

Click for the pictures.

Upcoming Meetings

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:57:07 -0700

Lots of stuff happening in the next week, including more discussions of two proposed STAR Bond districts, land exchanges around downtown, a possible bike vault storage network, demolition of Reno Sparks Gospel Mission building, and more. Whew!