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FERNLEY INFORMATION

Fernley’s Beginnings In 1850, when the Territory of Utah was created by Congress, the area that is now Fernley was located on its western border. The state of Nevada was admitted to the Union on October 31, 1864. The journey to statehood, however, was not without a great deal of work and effort. In 1857, Congress was asked to create a new ter ritory out of the “Great American Basin.” This region included parts of California, Arizona and what is now Nevada. The area was referred to as the “Territory of Sierra,” “Carson Territory” or “Washoe County.” In 1858, it was proposed that Nevada be carved out of western Utah, but pro-slav ery Southerners stalled the bill. Finally, in 1859, the citizens of the western “Great Basin” met, seceded from the Utah Terri tory and created the territory of “Nevada.” It was not until March, 1861, however, that President Buchanan signed the bill creat ing the Nevada Territory. In 1862, legislators met in Carson City to create a State of “Washoe.” In November 1863, there was discussion and disagree ment about the name. Other names that were considered included “Humboldt,” “Nevada,” and “Esmeralda.” When the de bate was complete, the name “Nevada,” meaning “snow-covered,” was accepted in July, 1864. Mining, farming, timber, railroads and water projects were the key factors in the growth of the Fernley area. Today, with a popula tion of approximately 20,000, Fernley of fers a rural lifestyle with big city amenities. Location is Everything! Fernley is located in Northwest Neva da along Interstate 80, approximate ly 28 miles east of Reno and a short drive away from beautiful Lake Tahoe. Because of its unique location, Fern ley provides direct freeway, highway and rail ( freight ) access to West Coast markets.

Environmental Factors Fernley’s elevation is approximately 4,200 feet with the surrounding mountain rang es reaching 10,000 feet, making Fernley a good place to experience all four seasons. Annual rainfall is 5 inches. There are over 300 days of sunshine and virtually no se vere winter conditions. Average tempera tures range from a low of 28 degrees to a high of 92 degrees.

Its growth is driven by career opportunities, a state government that is business friend ly, outstanding education at all levels, a tax structure that is friendly to residents and businesses, a convenient location and a great climate. Fernley and the surrounding area are an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, of fering hiking and horse trails, off-roading, golfing, fishing and a wide variety of other activities.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 775-575-6626 775-575-4474 Grace Baptist Church 775-575-7000 Crosswinds Assembly of God 775-835-0404 Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall 775-835-8100 Journey Community Church of Fernley 775-410-5020 Area Churches

First Baptist Church of Fernley

Silver Springs Christian Center 775-577-2456 7th Day Adventist Church 775-577-2266 St. Michael and All Angels, Wadsworth 775-835-6440 New Life Church of God 775-577-9696 Living Faith Christian Fellowship 775-575-5037 Faith Baptist Church 775-577-9600

775-575-4565 Fernley Free Methodist 775-575-4424

St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Community 775-575-4011 Calvary Chapel of Fernley 775-575-2834 Gift of Grace Lutheran Fellowship 775-575-5400 Restoration Church 775-575-9336

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