Reno Code Enforcement Director Resigns

Alex Woodley, City of Reno Director of Code Enforcement, resigned on Wednesday, October 16, after explicit text messages, including photos and videos, were found on his city-issued cell phone.

The messages, sent over two years to at least two women, were uncovered during an unrelated investigation stemming from an insubordination complaint. The incident, which involved thousands of text messages in both English and Spanish, included plans to meet at various hotels.

One of the women involved reportedly ended the affair, citing concerns over her public reputation. Woodley allegedly tried to rekindle the relationship, but the woman refused to engage.

Woodley served as a Washoe County School Board Trustee since December 2022 and retained his seat in the most recent election. His tenure with the City of Reno, which spanned 20 years, ended with his abrupt resignation.

Multiple sources reveal that it is not the first time Woodley has faced accusations of inappropriate behavior. In 2017, another woman filed a complaint after receiving unsolicited sexual images from Woodley. It remains unclear if the city took disciplinary action.

One insider expressed outrage over the situation, stating, “This behavior put the city in a compromising position and raises questions as to how long and to what extent Woodley engaged in unethical behavior.”

The source also questioned whether Woodley, as Director of Code Enforcement, was vulnerable to potential bribes and criticized the decision to allow him to resign rather than face disciplinary action.

“His resignation allows him to potentially work for another city or even run for a council position,” the source added, calling his behavior “brazen” and “appalling.”

Another source suggested that the issue extends beyond Woodley, implicating the city in the scandal.

“The City is compromised. Everyone is compromised. It is worse than anyone can imagine,” the source stated.

Woodley told This is Reno that he believed it was time for him to move on.

“I’ve done the best that I can do. It’s time to do something different. I feel like I’ve done a lot of good for the city. I’ve made a lot of big changes,” he said.

Woodley indicated that he plans to focus on his duties as a school board trustee, adding, “I believe that I’m a servant…retirement is perfect for me right now.”