Reno City Council Ward 2 · Nov 3, 2026

Matt Johnson

Candidate for City Council Ward 2

6 candidates · 3 seats7 sourced positions

Matt Johnson is running for Reno City Council Ward 2 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Summer Pellett.

Last day to register or update by paper application · Tue, Oct 6, 2026

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Co-founder of IMBĪB Custom Brews and former director of the Nevada Conservation Corps.

Where Matt Johnson stands: positions on the record

Data centers1 sourced position

answer to The Nevada Independent candidate survey
Wrote that he supports the data center moratorium and would support extending it if more time is needed.
“I support the city's data center moratorium because it gives us time to develop a thoughtful policy instead of rushing decisions under pressure from development interests or promises of tax revenue.”
Own statementThe Nevada Independent candidate survey · Sep 18, 2026

Flock cameras1 sourced position

answer to The Nevada Independent candidate survey
Wrote that he does not support the city's use of Flock cameras at this time.
“At this time, I do not support the city's use of Flock cameras.”
Own statementThe Nevada Independent candidate survey · Sep 18, 2026

City budget1 sourced position

answer to The Nevada Independent candidate survey
Wrote that staff cuts should not be the first response and that new revenue, efficiency and waste should be examined first.
“Before reducing staffing, we should explore new revenue sources, improve efficiency, and identify waste or duplication in city operations.”
Own statementThe Nevada Independent candidate survey · Sep 18, 2026

Lear Theater1 sourced position

answer to The Nevada Independent candidate survey
Wrote that he supports using redevelopment funds to stabilize and secure the Lear Theatre.
“I support using Redevelopment Agency funds to stabilize and secure the Lear Theatre.”
Own statementThe Nevada Independent candidate survey · Sep 18, 2026

Fire services1 sourced position

answer to The Nevada Independent candidate survey
Wrote that he is open to exploring fire department consolidation through a data-driven process.
“I am open to exploring the consolidation of regional fire departments if it can improve service delivery and increase efficiency while reducing costs.”
Own statementThe Nevada Independent candidate survey · Sep 18, 2026

Tree code1 sourced position

answer to The Nevada Independent candidate survey
Wrote that he supports the proposed updates to the city's tree code.
“I support the proposed updates to the city's tree code.”
Own statementThe Nevada Independent candidate survey · Sep 18, 2026

Soccer stadium1 sourced position

answer to The Nevada Independent candidate survey
Wrote that he is not prepared to support tax-increment financing for a pro soccer stadium based on speculation.
“I am not prepared to support tax-increment financing (TIF) for a project based on speculation alone.”
Own statementThe Nevada Independent candidate survey · Sep 18, 2026

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