An interesting idea for interesting economic times…  The town of Berkshire, Massachusetts decided in the Fall of 2006 to start printing their own form of currency. Berkshire Inc., a local non-profit organization, teamed up with local businesses, banks, and other non-profits to launch Berkshares. This genius idea has created a sense of empowerment for the community & possible economic independence for  local businesses and merchants. Is it an option for Reno?

We could call it “RenoBucks” , where the Buck stops here! Any thoughts?
Check out the links below for more information in the BerkShare!

http://www.berkshares.org/ 

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3032619/#30421140

A good community, as we know, insures itself by trust,
by good faith and good will, by mutual help,
A good community, in other words, is a good local economy.

-Wendell Berry, from “Work of Local Culture”

-dubbed a “great economic experiment” by the New York Times

      Congratulations to Fenell & Associates’ Cathy Shanks for winning “Rookie of the Year” at the 4th Annual Summit Awards this Saturday the 25th in Reno, Nevada. The theme was 1930′s flapper & gangster style (think Bonnie ; Clyde & Dick Tracy). Shanks award criteria was based upon gross commissions and number of deals in 2008. The ”Rookie” status also means Broker of only 12 months! Great Job Cathy! Keep up the hard work!  The Summit Awards, held at the Silver Legacy’s Grand Exposition Hall,  celebrated Developers, Brokers, Property Managers, and all other facets of Commercial Real Estate.

Tom Eberle has recently listed the building at 3127 S. Virginia Street for sale or for lease.  The property has excellent visibility on one of the busiest thoroughfares in Reno.  Contact Tom Eberle at 775.850.3117 for more information.