Brook Adie, center, is flanked by Nevada APA Chapter President Scott Carey and Wood Rogers Senior Land Use-Transportation Planner Derek Kirkland.
Douglas County’s Comprehensive Trails Plan was named outstanding rural plan or project at the 2024 DeBoer Excellence in Planning Awards. The award presented by the Nevada Chapter of the American Planning Association celebrates planning projects that significantly impact Nevada's communities.
"We are incredibly proud of this recognition," said Community Services Director Brook Adie. "The Comprehensive Trails Plan is a testament to the collaborative efforts of our community, stakeholders, and planning professionals dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Douglas County."
The award—presented by Nevada APA Chapter President Scott Carey—was accepted by Adie and Wood Rogers Senior Land Use-Transportation Planner Derek Kirkland during the 52nd Annual Nevada State Planning Conference held on Oct. 21-22, 2024, at MEET in Downtown Las Vegas. The conference, themed "Growth Matters – Building a Sustainable Tomorrow," brought together planners from across the state to discuss key issues and innovative solutions for Nevada's future.
The Trails Plan was recognized for its comprehensive approach to enhancing rural connectivity and outdoor recreation. This plan reflects the county's commitment to developing sustainable infrastructure that promotes community well-being and environmental stewardship.
The DeBoer Excellence in Planning Awards are named after Saco Reink DeBoer, a master city planner of the twentieth century and author of the Boulder City plan. These awards honor outstanding planning projects and individual initiatives that positively impact Nevada, recognizing originality, innovation, engagement, implementation, and effectiveness.
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