Brooke (Kizer) Knight

Candidate for Off-Reservation Representative

Wherever you live, you belong at the table.

Washoe Tribe General Election · Saturday, October 17, 2026

Brooke (Kizer) Knight, smiling, in a black jacket

Off-Reservation members are part of this Tribe, and we deserve a representative who shows up, asks hard questions, and brings our concerns back to the table.

Brooke (Kizer) Knight Candidate, Off-Reservation Representative
Portrait of Brooke (Kizer) Knight

Who I am

I grew up in the Dresslerville community and now live in Reno, NV with my husband.

I am the eldest of four daughters born to Jennifer Gamroth and Delaney Kizer Jr., and granddaughter of Marie Simpson Kizer and Delaney Kizer Sr.

In my free time I enjoy dancing, traveling, spending time with my family, and watching sporting events.

  • Grew up in Dresslerville
  • Lives in Reno, Nevada
  • Works as a chief financial officer and manager for the State of Nevada

Why I'm running

I want off-reservation members to be informed and their feedback included in the decisions affecting all of us.

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I am willing to do the hard work:

  • Reading reports
  • Asking tough questions of our leadership
  • Answering tough questions from our tribal members
  • Using facts to make informed decisions

What I bring

I work as a chief financial officer and manager for the State of Nevada.

Throughout my career as a manager, I gained experience necessary for tribal leadership:

  • Leading teams
  • Active listening
  • Adapting to change
  • Critical thinking
  • Working in complicated systems

Where I stand

Our Tribe has made progress in economic development, environmental stewardship, cultural preservation, and improving quality of life. I want to help keep this going.

Unity

Bringing people together

Transparency

Being open and honest with tribal members

Communication

Regularly talking with tribal members

Wellbeing

Making our communities safer and healthier

Every vote, from every corner of our Tribe, counts.

From the campaign

News, thoughts, and reminders as Election Day gets closer.

Election Day is Saturday, October 17

The Washoe Tribe General Election is Saturday, October 17, 2026, and I am asking for your vote for Off-Reservation Representative.

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Whether you live in Reno, elsewhere in Nevada, or farther from home, your voice belongs in this decision. Please check the Tribe's official election notices for how and where off-reservation members can vote, and make a plan to cast your ballot.

Every vote, from every corner of our Tribe, counts. Thank you for considering me.

Why off-reservation voices matter

Off-Reservation members are part of this Tribe, and we deserve a representative who shows up, asks hard questions, and brings our concerns back to the table.

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I want off-reservation members to be informed and their feedback included in the decisions affecting all of us. That means reading the reports, asking tough questions of our leadership, answering tough questions from tribal members, and using facts to make informed decisions.

I am willing to do that hard work.

Meet Brooke: from Dresslerville to Reno

Brooke grew up in the Dresslerville community and now lives in Reno with her husband. She is the eldest of four daughters and works as a chief financial officer and manager for the State of Nevada.

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Brooke is the daughter of Jennifer Gamroth and Delaney Kizer Jr., and the granddaughter of Marie Simpson Kizer and Delaney Kizer Sr. Her career has been about leading teams, listening closely, and reading financial reports that tell a story about fiscal health, past choices, and future paths. She is bringing that experience to tribal leadership.

Get involved

Election Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026. Here is how you can help.

Vote

Check the Tribe's official election notices for how and where off-reservation members can vote, and make a plan.

Share

Send this page to family and friends who live off the reservation. Every vote counts.

Talk with me

I want to hear your questions and concerns. Reach out any time.

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