On September 17th, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners awarded the District’s ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act)Grant in the amount of $60,000. Projects completed and/or pending include:
The Sun Valley General Improvement District Board of Trustees are Chairperson Susan Severt, Vice-Chair Michael Rider, Secretary Carmen Ortiz, Treasurer Mark Neumann,
Read MoreWith the new growth coming to the Sun Valley General Improvement District service territory, it is important to share with the rate payers that the District requires developers to pay for all growth.
Read MoreThe District values its customers and tries to keep rates down, however, due to economic conditions and rising costs, the District was forced to pass through some of these increases.
Read MoreIt’s getting close to that time of year where we get to kick off the warm weather! Join the District for this year‘s Dive Into Summer Event on Friday,
Read MoreDecember to March is the winter averaging period for residential customers which means that your sewer consumption charges are based on your metered water consumption. At the end of this period,
Read MoreThe Sun Valley General Improvement District (District) staff takes its fiscal responsibility seriously and in doing so, has to make difficult decisions regarding rates and services to our customers.
Read MoreThe District values its customers and tries to keep rates down, however, due to economic conditions and rising costs, the District was forced to pass through some of these increases.
Read MoreThe District will be holding a Public Hearing Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 6pm in the District Board Room (located off Prosser Way) to amend various Tariff Rules including consideration of increases to various rates and service fees.
Read MoreSandra Ainsworth has dedicated the past 12 years to the residents and community of Sun Valley. She never imagined going into politics until residents of Sun Valley continually approached her to run after her husband Jim,
Read MoreChris Melton has worked for the District for 18 years. Chris represents the District on the Northern Nevada Water Planning Commission, the Truckee Meadows Water Authority Standing Advisory Committee,
Read MoreThe District is proud to announce the promotion of Chris Melton from Public Works Director to General Manager; and Brad Baeckel from Field Supervisor to Public Works Director.
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Message From Your General ManagerAfter more than 25 years of working at the Sun Valley General Improvement District, I have decided it is time for me to retire.
I began my career at the District as a Service Technician and have been fortunate enough to work my way to becoming the General Manager.
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Congratulations To Our 2021 Community Service Award WinnersThe District recognized Washoe County Commissioner Kitty Jung as one of this year’s Community Service Award recipients. Commissioner Jung was recognized for her generous donation of her Commissioner Discretionary funds to be used towards improvements at the Sun Valley Neighborhood Center.
Read MoreThe District wants to send a special thank you to our fantastic 2021 Lifeguards. The health and safety of the Sun Valley Pool patrons was our priority this year.
Read MoreThe District is proud that our drinking water continues to meet all state and federal drinking water quality standards as it has for more than 50 years.
Read MoreSun Valley General Improvement District (District) purchases all of its water from Truckee Meadows Water Authority (TMWA)and distributes it to District customers. When TMWA approves a rate increase it affects the rate payers of Sun Valley and the operations of the District.
Read MoreSun Valley General Improvement District Board of Trustees 2021 board meetings on the second and fourth Thursday’s of each month with the exception of November and December due to holidays.
Read MoreIt was a very difficult decision for your Board of Trustees to cancel the 2020 pool season. However, we have used this time to repair and update the facility using the Recreation Fund.
Read MoreSun Valley General Improvement District understands these are trying times for some households experiencing financial hardships and some whose health was impacted due to COVID-19.
As our Governor continues to open our state back up,
Read MoreThe Sun Valley General Improvement District doesn’t do things to get recognized, but it is nice when it happens. We are proud to be the recipient of the Washoe County Health District’s Extra Mile Award for unanimously voting to approve and implement a smoke and vape free environment at all of the Sun Valley Parks.
Read MoreRemembering – Garth Elliott
Sun Valley General Improvement District is saddened by the loss of one if its Trustees, Garth Elliott. Garth served the Sun Valley General Improvement District Board for 8 years.
Read MoreEnjoy a summer morning, afternoon or evening at one of the District’s community parks. Highland Ranch Park is located on Highland Ranch Parkway. This 30 acre park offers a covered picnic area,
Read MoreAfter a long wet winter, it is time to get outside and recreate. Parks are well maintained and a great place for all to enjoy.
Sun Valley Community Park is the District’s largest family park.
Read MoreCongratulations to Sandra & Susan on their re-election. The following Sun Valley General Improvement District Trustees were elected to serve as officers of the board for 2019; Sandra Ainsworth, Chair –
Read MoreThe Sun Valley General Improvement District is proud to announce the following promotions:
Public Works Director, Jon Combs, was promoted to General Manager; Field Supervisor, Chris Melton, was promoted to Public Works Director;
Read MoreDarrin Price, Sun Valley General Improvement District General Manager, has retired from the District after 31 years on the job. Darrin was hired as an entry level Service Technician in 1987,
Read MoreThe Robert and Norma Fink Sun Valley Pool opens for the season on Friday June 8th and will operate through August 5th. Keep an eye on the website and Facebook page for information on swim lesson session dates,
Read MoreDuring the January 11, 2018 Sun Valley General Improvement District Board of Trustee Meeting, the Board voted on election of officers. The 2018 Sun Valley General Improvement District Officers are:
Chairperson –
Read MoreThe Sun Valley General Improvement District is celebrating 50 years of service to the Sun Valley Community, providing quality water, sewer, recreational and garbage services.
Read MoreThe community of Sun Valley lost a great advocate last month as John Jackson passed away surrounded by his family. John spent his entire life doing for others and many in the community benefited from his passion and expertise in taking a complex issue and breaking it down into easy solutions.
Read MoreAs the weather motivates us to get outside residents are invited to enjoy the Sun Valley parks. The District operates and maintains 4 parks including the Sun Valley Community Park that offers a basketball court,
Read MoreCongratulations to District Trustees Joseph Barstow and Garth Elliott, re-elected to the Sun Valley General Improvement District Board of Trustees for a new term of service. Congratulations and welcome to Sun Valley resident Carmen Ortiz,
Read MoreAt its August 25th meeting the Sun Valley General Improvement District Board of Trustees adopted a Proclamation in support of law enforcement in the Truckee Meadows community. They also presented plaques to Washoe County Sheriff Chuck Allen and Nevada Highway Patrol,
Read MoreThe District’s next movie in the park night will be held on Friday, July 15, 2016 at the Sun Valley Community Park beginning at 6pm. The festivities will include a BBQ,
Read MoreDuring the January 14, 2016 board meeting, the Sun Valley General Improvement Trustees elected the following officers for 2016. Sandra Ainsworth – Chair, Susan Severt – Vice Chair, Margaret Reinhardt – Secretary,
Read MoreSun Valley residents and others enjoyed free movies in the park this past summer and a fun pool season. The District wishes to thank the following sponsors for the generous donations to make Dive Into Summer,
Read MoreAs we enter our 4th year of the drought many customers are concerned about water supply and what they can do to help. The Sun Valley General Improvement District buys water wholesale from the Truckee Meadows Water Authority (TMWA) who owns and operates the only water treatment plants in the Truckee Meadows.
Read MoreThe Robert & Norma Fink Pool Complex opens Friday, June 12th and will operate through Sunday, August 9th. Swim lesson registration opens May 1, 2015 with the schedule to be determined.
Read MoreIt is with pleasure we present the following trustees that will oversee the Sun Valley General Improvement District during 2015. Trustees Sandra Ainsworth and Garth Elliott were re-elected and Susan Severt was elected to serve the Sun Valley General Improvement District Board of Trustees.
Read MoreLast year, the District conducted a Customer Satisfaction Survey. We are pleased to report these results, along with an explanation of some of the questions raised in the survey:
70% felt that their customer service experiences are above average;
The Sun Valley Pool celebrated opening day, on the last day of school, with over 200 guests enjoying the sun and the pool. Local television stations came out to cover the event and everyone was very excited.
Read MoreThe Sun Valley Robert and Norma Fink Pool Complex will open June 13, 2014. Operating hours are 12pm until 5pm Wednesday through Sunday, closed to the public on Monday and Tuesday. Daily admission for Youth and Seniors is $3.50,
Read MoreOn behalf of the Sun Valley General Improvement District Trustees, we are looking forward to this years’ events and activities in Sun Valley. We hope our customers are also looking forward to enjoying our Valley and all it has to offer.
Read MoreThe District has revised its billing statements and late notices based on the feedback we have received from customers, by adding additional information to the bills. We hope the following detail on the new look will assist customers in reading the statements and if you do have questions,
Read MoreThe Sun Valley community has lost a pioneer and icon when longtime resident and businessman, Robert (Bob) Fink passed on April 23, 2013. District Trustees and Staff express their heartfelt sympathy to Robert’s family.
Read MoreSandra Ainsworth, Chair
Garth Elliott, Vice Chair
Margaret Reinhardt, Secretary
Joe Barstow, Treasurer
Susan Severt, Trustee
New District TrusteeThe Sun Valley General Improvement District is pleased to welcome Susan Severt to the District’s Board of Trustees.
Read MoreMargaret Reinhardt, chairperson for the Sun Valley General Improvement District Board, has been reelected for a third term. She has led the board for the past two years as chairperson with professionalism,
Read MoreThe Sun Valley General Improvement District has developed a customer survey designed to find out what local residents would like to see at area parks and the pool, such as events and various activities not currently offered.
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