Significant campaign donations to candidates for the Reno City Council have sparked concern among constituents.
Councilwoman Kathleen Taylor, a member of the Reno Planning Commission since July 2019, has faced criticism for her alignment with developers and a focus on short-term construction employment rather than the long-term interests of Reno residents. Financial reports filed with the Nevada Secretary of State reveal that Lewis Roca, a law firm representing Jacobs Entertainment, has donated $2,500 to her campaign in the current election cycle.
Taylor is facing Frank Perez, who recently left his position as chair for the Washoe County Library Board, for the Ward 1 seat left vacant by longtime Councilwoman Jenny Brekhus, who cannot run again due to term limits. Taylor, appointed by the council to Ward 5 in 2022, has a year-to-date campaign haul of over $100,000 and $75,000 in cash.
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