Ann Harrington and Bob Nielsen, Developers, The Plaza at 4th Street

Ann Harrington and Bob Nielsen partner in developing affordable housing projects throughout the Reno-Sparks area. In 2002, they completed a project with Cloyd Phillips of the Community Services Agency Development Corporation, consisting of commercial space along East 4th Street with apartments above and additional apartments extending to the north. Photo by Patrick Cummings

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Bob Nielsen explains how he, Ann Harrington, and Cloyd Phillips partnered on a project to bring affordable housing and retail spaces to East 4th Street. Recorded by Laura Wilhelm.

Bob Nielsen describes some recent improvements along East 4th Street, including the affordable housing project he and his partners constructed just east of the Wells Avenue overpass. Recorded by Laura Wilhelm.

Developer Bob Nielsen describes the process of gaining community support for affordable housing projects, and educating the public about them. Recorded by Laura Wilhelm.

Tim Iveson, Reno Fire Department

Born and raised in Reno, Tim Iveson spent thirty years as a firefighter—five years with the City of Sparks and 25 years with the City of Reno. After retiring, he continued to help firefighters through the Reno Firefighters Local 731. He discusses his experiences responding to emergencies along Fourth Street and Prater Way, and the impact of city development on local firefighting operations.

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Noah Silverman, Co-founder, Reno Bike Project

Reno native Noah Silverman (left) is the Executive Director of the Reno Bike Project, which he co-founded with Kyle Kozar (right) in 2006. The non-profit community bicycle shop and advocacy group is located at 541 East Fourth Street. Silverman drew inspiration from volunteering at a community bike shop called The Hub in Bellingham, Washington, where he earned a degree in Industrial Technology from Western Washington University in 2005.

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Addie Jaramillo, Co-owner, Pet Play House

A native of Reno, Addie Jaramillo is co-owner (with her mother, Lisa Jaramillo) of the Pet Play House at 2403 East 4th Street. The business, initially located in a converted house next door to the current address, provides indoor/outdoor cage-free day care and overnight boarding for dogs.

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History Project4th Street | Prater Way

Ann Harrington and Bob Nielsen, Developers, The Plaza at 4th Street

Tim Iveson, Reno Fire Department

Noah Silverman, Co-founder, Reno Bike Project

Addie Jaramillo, Co-owner, Pet Play House

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4th Street | Prater Way