Northeastern Nevada Regional Development Authority

The Northeastern Nevada Regional Development Authority or NNRDA was established in 2012 as a result of Nevada’s economic development plan, “Moving Nevada Forward: A plan for Excellence in Economic Development 2012-2014.” Published in February 2012, this document provided guidance to the recently created Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) and what would become their Regional and Economic Development Authorities. Initially, NNRDA’s regional footprint consisted only of Elko County and the incorporated cities held therein. However, between 2014 and 2016 Humboldt, Lander, Eureka, and White Pine Counties united with NNRDA to create the largest geographic Development Authority in the State of Nevada. Today, NNRDA’s footprint encompasses over 45,000 square miles, includes five Nevada Counties, and is responsible for the economic development pursuits of 41% of the State. NNRDA is comprised of both public and private members who consider themselves stakeholders in Northeastern Nevada’s future. Together, these entities work in unison to help support NNRDA’s efforts to promote the region, recruit new industries, and empower existing business. Regardless of whether our members represent a governmental entity or are part of private enterprise, we can all agree, community growth and diversification ensures economic sustainability while enhancing our overall quality of life. NNRDA is governed by a Board of Directors who are made up of one representative from each governmental entity, as well as, one representative from each of our “Corporate” and “Premium” private sector members. The Board of Directors meet, on average, once a month to discuss various business and provide guidance to NNRDA staff.