💧 Concerned about Nevada’s water future? Want to do something about it? Join The Nevada Forum’s Learning Series on Thursday, October 22, from 6–7 PM for a fast-paced, interactive conversation about Nevada’s water policy—and how Nevadans can help advance new legislation focused on greater transparency and accountability. The proposed policy grew out of recommendations developed by 49 Nevadans at The Nevada Forum Civic Assembly in August. Come learn what they proposed, what happens next, and how you can support this people-driven agenda for Nevada’s water future. Learn. Connect. Take action. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…

Nevada’s water future affects us all. That’s why we’re bringing Nevadans together through The Nevada Forum Learning Series—a virtual series to learn, connect, and engage on issues shaping our state. Join us Wednesday, September 30, from 6–7 PM for a Water Policy Workshop. Learn about the citizen-driven recommendations developed at our August Civic Assembly and explore the connection between water and energy in Nevada. Throughout October, we’ll continue the conversation with sessions on Nevada’s water future, the legislative process, and community building. Register today and join fellow Nevadans to learn, connect, and get involved. Register now at us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…

Last month, 49 Nevadans from across the state came together for three days of conversation and deliberation to shape our state's water future. Together, they agreed on six water policy directives for Nevada’s future to propose to legislators as we head into our upcoming legislative session. Here are the supermajority-backed directives: Directive 1 (achieved 84% support from the full delegate body): “Improve accountability, transparency, and information in order to create a revised local and statewide water conservation policy" Directive 2 (achieved 90% support from the full delegate body): “Establish a Water Advisory Board to centralize current statewide data into an easy-to-read, accessible public report and forecast to present to legislators before the start of each legislative session." Directive 3 (achieved 78% support from the full delegate body): “Establish a system around water-intensive projects that ensures transparency, community input, public benefit, and accountability to Nevada residents and taxpayers." Directive 4 (achieved 71% support from the full delegate body): "Require the establishment of a secondary review process, tailored to each county and initiated based on specified project types, to evaluate the cumulative economic, environmental, infrastructure, and community impacts of large-scale development on the state’s long-term growth. The process shall ensure accountability through transparent decision-making, meaningful public participation, and proactive community involvement prior to project approval.” Directive 5 (achieved 84% support from the full delegate body): “Implement creative options to ensure Nevada’s growing needs for water are met now and into the future.” Directive 6 (achieved 73% support from the full delegate body): "Create a statewide immediate short- and long-term action report to improve water sustainability for Nevada." Want to read the full report and the details behind the policy directives? Check it out at phase3.nvforum.org/

Wow! It's hard to believe it's already been over two weeks since we gathered to find citizen-led ideas for water policy in our state. This video from the close of the Civic Assembly shows the room singing America the Beautiful at our closing ceremony, and we are so grateful to everyone who attended. Want to learn more about the outcomes of the Civic Assembly? Read the Phase 3 report, which goes into detail on the event and the six policy proposals that were ratified by the Civic Assembly. phase3.nvforum.org/

"Coming into this, I didn't think people with such different political views could agree on water policy. But after sitting down and looking at the data together, we realized we all want the same future for Nevada." — Angie Diaz, Civic Assembly Delegate, Boulder City 49 Nevadans. Three days. Six water policy directives — every one passed with supermajority support, across every political line. That's not a coincidence. That's what happens when people are given the time and the data to actually work it out. Next stop: Nevada lawmakers, ahead of the 2027 legislative session. Check out the full report at phase3.nvforum.org/

Three days. Dozens of Nevadans. Real conversations about the issue of water scarcity in our state. Thank you to everyone who joined us at the civic assembly. You gave up your time to sit with neighbors you'd never met and work through hard tradeoffs together. Tomorrow, we'll be sharing the directives you helped build. 👀

49 Nevadans. 6 Supermajority-backed water policy directives. 1 Weekend to shape the future of water issues facing our state. Here's what one participant had to say about the experience: "When I first received my invitation, I wasn't sure what to expect, but sitting at a table with people from Northern, Southern, and rural Nevada completely transformed my perspective. Diving into the data with the experts taught me how interconnected our state's water future really is. To sit across from neighbors with entirely different backgrounds, listen to their local concerns, and realize we all share the same commitment to solving water scarcity was incredible. That the forum included all political parties and beliefs, it was miraculous!" - Caroline Moassessi, Civic Assembly Delegate from Reno

A few final highlights from an incredible day 3 at the Palms in Vegas with The Nevada Forum Civic Assembly 🗳️

Jodi Stevens, Nevada Forum Legislative Liaison, tells delegates how our 6 ratified policy proposals on Nevada State Water Sustainability will now travel through Nevada's legislative process and land on the desk of our Nevada legislators! 🗳️

CONSENSUS REACHED! 🎉 Over 3 days, 50 Nevadans from all walks of life came together and approved 6 supermajority policy proposals on Nevada State Water Sustainability. PROOF that Nevadans can bridge divides and build lasting solutions! 👏💧

We are now live on Facebook with the Closing Plenary and Final Delegate Vote! After a weekend of learning, discussion, and deliberation, delegates will present and discuss their policy proposals on Growth, Water Scarcity, and Long-Term Supply before casting their final votes. Proposals that earn 70% agreement will move forward as official recommendations to the Nevada Legislature. Watch live here: fb.watch/JkfCn323gh/

Today marks the final day of Nevada's Civic Assembly. Over the past three days, Nevadans from across the state listened deeply, shared honestly, and worked through differences to find common ground. Different experiences. Different perspectives. One Nevada. This is what it looks like when Nevadans come together to solve problems. Want to see the results? Today from 12:00–1:30 PM PDT we are livestreaming the final proposals and vote on Facebook! Come learn where Nevadans found common ground, and what policies will become official proposals to the Nevada Legislature.

Amazing work happening on policy solutions in both breakout groups and in our main room with all 50 delegates. The delegates are coming up with some incredible ideas and working hard to move Nevada forward on water policy.💧 #NVForum2026 #NVWaterPolicy #NevadaVoices

Day 2 is underway! 📝 Delegates are meeting with Nevada experts during their breakout sessions to discuss policy themes. They all together they will wade through data and explore solutions for Nevada's water future. Local wisdom + expert facts = real consensus. Nevadans are here all weekend doing the work to find solutions for our state! #NVForum2026 #NVWaterPolicy #NevadaVoices

Tomorrow, Nevada’s first statewide Civic Assembly comes down to a final vote. After a weekend of learning, discussion, and deliberation, delegates will present and discuss their policy proposals on Growth, Water Scarcity, and Long-Term Supply before casting their final votes. Proposals that earn 70% agreement will move forward as official recommendations to the Nevada Legislature. Watch the closing plenary live and see where Nevadans find common ground. 📅 Sunday, August 30 ⏰ 12:00–1:30 PM PDT 📍 Live on Facebook

3 Themes over 3 days: Tonight, our delegates are diving into the three core WATER sub-themes following months of statewide Community Conversations involving thousands of Nevadans. We're joined by experts in the field: Erik Henzl, Staff Research Scientist, Environmental Economist at DRI + Dr. Nicholas B. Irwin, S.J Hall Faculty Fellow in Economics, an associate professor, and the Research Director at the Lied Center for Real Estate in the Lee Business School at UNLV + Bronson L. Mack, Public Outreach Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority and the Las Vegas Valley Water District!

Senator Roberta Lange and former Senator Scott Hammond tell Nevada Forum delegates how unlikely friendships can help us navigate challenging times and why working across the aisle is vital to success.

We are officially underway for Nevada's first-ever statewide Civic Assembly! Missed the live stream? The recording of our Opening Plenary Session is available now on YouTube. We will also be live streaming our Closing Plenary and Delegate Vote this coming Sunday, August 30, 12:00–1:30 PM PDT. youtu.be/SSFksllVtIQ