Fernley Convention & Tourism Authority

Fernley Convention & Tourism Authority Accepting Grant Applications

The Fernley Convention & Tourism Authority is now accepting grant applications May 1, 2021 through June 1, 2021. These funds are for projects, events, and/or activities that will promote tourism in Fernley during the period of July 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021. Please read the updated FCTA Grant Guidelines prior to completing the application. All applications must be submitted on the online portal by 5:00 pm on Tuesday June 1, 2021.

The FCTA Board will review grant applications and make grant selection during the June 2021 FCTA Board meeting. The FCTA Board meeting starts at 6:00 pm June 14, 2021 at City Hall or by Zoom. Grant applicants will be notified when the FCTA meeting agenda is posted. Attendance or participation during the FCTA Board meeting is strongly recommended. Applications without representation at the Board meeting may not be considered for funding.

FCTA Grant Online Application

For more information or questions, please call 775-784-9858 or email tconner@cityoffernley.org..

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Fernley Convention & Tourism Authority Board

February 8, 2021 - The Fernley Convention and Tourism Authority (FCTA) Board convened to update the FCTA Grant Guidelines, By-laws, and FCTA municipal code.

Updated FCTA Grant Guidelines

The FCTA Grant Guidelines were adopted by City Council March 17, 2010 by Resolution #10-008. The guidelines were modified by Council July 20, 2011 by Resolution #11-008. Resolution #11-008 allows staff to revise the grant application, underwriting agreement, evaluation form, and request for reimbursement forms without City Council approval.

On February 8, 2021, the FCTA Board met to revise the Grant Guidelines. The Grant Guidelines were revised to clarify the purpose and goal of the grant, outline the grant provisions, and clearly to establish matching funds requirement for for-profit organizations. The revised Grant Guidelines go into effect for project and events in FY2021-22. Click here to view the revised FCTA Grant Guidelines.

Revised FCTA By-Laws

The FCTA By-Laws was created in 2010 then revised in 2011, to regulate the Board. It establishes the following:

  • The Board
  • Membership of the Board
  • Officers and Responsibilities
  • Meetings
  • Meeting and Event Visitations
  • Amendments of By-Laws

On February 8, 2021, the Board approved removing a part of Article II, Section 3 Compensation that members shall receive no compensation regardless of prior administrative approval. Click here to view the revised FCTA By-Laws.

Mandatory Grant Applicant Meeting

The FCTA grant application process for Round 1 of Fiscal Year 2021-2022 is coming up in May 2021. This is for projects or events on or between July 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021. The City will hold a mandatory meeting on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 5:00 – 6:00 pm to explain the changes to the FCTA Guidelines. The location or whether the meeting will be held by Zoom will be determined at a later date.

For more information or if you have any concerns or questions, please contact tconner@cityoffernley.org or call 775-784-9858.