Boulder City, Nevada, is being considered for the Cashman Good Government Award for the third time. The city is recognized for serving its 15,000 residents effectively while keeping taxes low. Covering 212 square miles, Boulder City is competing in the "Cities under 100,000" category, according to the City of Boulder.
The City of Boulder has increased its revenue by leasing land for solar and battery storage projects. In FY2025, these leases generated $13.7 million, making up over a third of the city's general fund budget. Over the past six years, land leases contributed an average of $83,056,738 annually, accounting for 34% of general fund revenues. Finance Director Cynthia Sneed expects these revenues to reach 40% of the city's operating budget in the coming years, with projections showing stable annual revenue of $14.7 million for the next five years based on current agreements.
Among six finalists, the City of Boulder will compete for an award at the Nevada Taxpayers Association Dinner on February 25 in Carson City. Acting City Manager Michael Mays said, "This initiative has demonstrated that through the active involvement of the community, City Council and City staff, viable and meaningful impacts can be made to benefit the taxpayer base of the community." Mays credited the combined efforts of the community, City Council, and staff for the city's progress, which focuses on combining fiscal responsibility with community involvement.
