Nevada state law allows for governance of unincorporated towns under two different systems.
[1] A 1975 study by the state Legislative Commission identified 39 unincorporated towns in Nevada.
[9] The commissioners may delegate to the advisory board management of local services and expenditures.
[14] Many town government functions can be exercised jointly by the town board or the county commissioners, such as providing local services,[15] adopting ordinances,[16] regulating businesses,[17] establishing police and fire departments,[18] and issuing bonds.
[21] The council acts in an advisory and liaison capacity, and does not affect the responsibilities of the commissioners.