MINUTES
CITY OF NORTH LAS VEGAS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
March 17, 2021
Website - http://www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com
CALL TO ORDER
4:04 p.m., Council Chambers, 2250 Las Vegas Boulevard North, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
ROLL CALL
COUNCIL PRESENT
Mayor Lee
Councilwoman Goynes-Brown
Mayor Pro Tempore Barron
Councilman Black
Councilman Cherchio
STAFF PRESENT
City Manager Juden City Attorney Moore City Clerk Raynor Assistant City Manager Melesio Assistant City Manager Goldberg Finance Director Harty Deputy Fire Chief Stover Information Technology Director Moriarity Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan Library Director Lewis Neighborhood and Leisure Services Director Palmer Police Chief Ojeda Public Works Director Daffern Utilities Director Brady |
WELCOME
Mayor John J. Lee
VERIFICATION
Catherine A. Raynor, MMC
City Clerk
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Councilman Cherchio |
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Mayor Pro Tempore Barron shared the following updates:
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No participation. |
1. |
Approve City Council Regular Meeting Agenda of March 17, 2021. (For Possible Action) |
ACTION: |
APPROVED AS AMENDED; ITEM 4 AGREEMENT AMENDED
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MOTION: |
Councilwoman Goynes-Brown |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
2. |
Approve City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of March 3, 2021. (For Possible Action) |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
AWARDED AND APPROVED AS AMENDED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
AUTHORIZED; APPROVED ACCEPTANCE AND IN-KIND MATCH
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
AUTHORIZED; APPROVED ACCEPTANCE AND IN-KIND MATCH
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
AUTHORIZED; APPROVED ACCEPTANCE AND IN-KIND MATCH
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED AND AUTHORIZED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
AWARDED AND APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED AMP-16-2020
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MOTION: |
Mayor Pro Tempore Barron |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
Stephanie Allen, Kaempfer Crowell, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas, represented the applicant. She stated that commercial would remain on a portion of the property and the rest would be residential. She said this would be a gated community. She concurred with staff recommendations and was available for questions. Her presentation was for both Item Nos. 16 and 17. Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tempore Barron spoke in support of the item. He explained the history of previous unsuccessful projects at this location. He stated that this project should work in this location and that it would improve the space, improve the streets, and create a safer community. |
Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read ZN-27-2020 and Ordinance No. 3063 into the record as published on the agenda.
See Comments for Item No. 16.
Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.
ACTION: |
APPROVED ZN-27-2020; PASSED AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 3063
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MOTION: |
Mayor Pro Tempore Barron |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
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Jeffrey Armstrong, 2727 South Rainbow Boulevard, represented the applicant and asked Council to approve the item. Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing. |
ACTION: |
APPROVED VAC-02-2021 SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
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MOTION: |
Mayor Pro Tempore Barron |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read ZN-27-17 and Ordinance No. 3062 into the record as published on the agenda. He read into the record the following two additional conditions. 41. All off-site street
improvements adjacent to N. 5th Street for parcels 3.1, 3.2 and 3.4 (as
depicted on the applicant’s “Overall Site Plan” for Sedona Ranch, dated
12/23/2020) shall be designed and bonded with the first phase of any
development of parcels 3.1-3.5. Additionally, those street improvements 42. All off-site improvements
adjacent to El Campo Grande Avenue for Parcels 3.3, 3.4, and 3.5 (as depicted
on the applicant’s “Overall Site Plan” for Sedona Ranch, dated 12/23/2020)
shall be designed and bonded with the first phase of development of Parcel
3.3. Additionally, those street improvements Bob Gronauer, Kaempfer Crowell, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas, represented the developer. He provided history information on what used to be a pig farm. He noted that Chris Armstrong, from Sedona Ranch Investment Partners, was also in the Chamber. Mr. Gronauer described the meetings that they have hosted for nearby residents and work completed to eradicate the smell of the farm. He thanked City staff for their work over the last several years. He stated this is a last action item for Sedona Ranch and is a significant moment. He stressed that the results are a substantial improvement for the City. He asked Council to approve this item. Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing. Councilman Cherchio stated that the City appreciates the company for developing the area, cleaning up the area, and for increasing the value of homes surrounding the area. Mayor Pro Tempore Barron described the remediation process, noting how deep down dirt was excavated and then replaced with clean soil. Chris Armstrong provided an update on the remediation process and how they would get a clean bill of health for the land before construction would begin. Councilwoman Goynes-Brown asked if a disclosure would be required. Mr. Armstrong stated that he does not believe they are required to provide a disclosure. |
ACTION: |
APPROVED ZN-22-17; PASSED AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 3062 AS AMENDED, ADDING THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS. 41. ALL OFF-SITE STREET IMPROVEMENTS ADJACENT TO N. 5TH STREET FOR PARCELS 3.1, 3.2 AND 3.4 (AS DEPICTED ON THE APPLICANT’S “OVERALL SITE PLAN” FOR SEDONA RANCH, DATED 12/23/2020) SHALL BE DESIGNED AND BONDED WITH THE FIRST PHASE OF ANY DEVELOPMENT OF PARCELS 3.1-3.5. ADDITIONALLY, THOSE STREET IMPROVEMENTS MUST BE SUBSTANTIALLY COMPLETE PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION OF THE FIRST BUILDING.
42. ALL OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS ADJACENT TO EL CAMPO GRANDE AVENUE FOR PARCELS 3.3, 3.4, AND 3.5 (AS DEPICTED ON THE APPLICANT’S “OVERALL SITE PLAN” FOR SEDONA RANCH, DATED 12/23/2020) SHALL BE DESIGNED AND BONDED WITH THE FIRST PHASE OF DEVELOPMENT OF PARCEL 3.3. ADDITIONALLY, THOSE STREET IMPROVEMENTS MUST BE SUBSTANTIALLY COMPLETE PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION OF THE FIRST BUILDING.
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MOTION: |
Councilman Cherchio |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read ZN-29-2020 and Ordinance No. 3064 into the record as published on the agenda. Bob Gronauer, Kaempfer Crowell, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas, stated he represented Pulte Homes. He provided background on the plans for this property, stressing that many issues have been resolved. He said he concurred with staff recommendations and was available for questions. Councilman Cherchio stated this will be a major amenity in the area and could not be in a better location. Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed public hearing. Councilman Cherchio moved to approve the project, but used another permit number and ordinance number in his motion. The motion displayed and final vote displayed in the Chamber properly reflected that the motion and vote was for ZN-29-2020 and Ordinance No. 3064. |
ACTION: |
APPROVED ZN-29-2020; PASSED AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 3064
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MOTION: |
Councilman Cherchio |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
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21. |
Approve ZN-30-2020 and Pass and Adopt Ordinance No. 3065, an Ordinance Related to Zoning; Reclassifying Approximately 11.62± Acres in the Zoning Map of North Las Vegas from a PUD Planned Unit Development District to an R-CL Single-Family Compact Lot Residential District (ZN-30-2020, Lone Mountain & Simmons NEC) for Property Generally Located at the Northeast Corner of Lone Mountain Road and Simmons Street and Providing for Other Matters Properly Relating Thereto. (Ward 3-Black) (For Possible Action) |
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Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read ZN-30-2020 and Ordinance No. 3065 into the record as published on the agenda. Robert Cunningham, Taney Engineering, 6030 South Jones Boulevard, Las Vegas, represented the applicant. He provided the overall site plan, described the homes, amenities, and access for vehicles and pedestrians. He stated he concurred with all conditions and was available for questions. Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing. Councilman Black spoke in support of the project, stressing that curbs, gutters and other street improvement for this project and near abutting properties would really improve the look of the area. |
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ACTION: |
APPROVED ZN-30-2020; PASSED AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 3065
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
22. |
Presentation by North Las Vegas Municipal Court Judge Lee, Regarding an Update on the New Community Diversionary Court at the North Las Vegas Municipal Court. (Citywide) |
Municipal Judge Lee provided the Mayor and Council with an update entitled the CARE Program: Community Approach to Rehabilitation and Engagement. He provided the program's mission statement and implementation information. He defined a community court and listed five parts of the program. He explained the differences between traditional criminal courts and the CARE Program. Judge Lee gave examples of how the program would work, including how candidates would be identified for the program and what other participants’ functions would be. He said that the CARE Program would use a therapeutic approach to serve the needs of offenders, including Veterans. Judge Lee provided a list of groups he and his staff have already met with either to participate in the CARE Program in some form. He introduced two of lead staff members, Erin Tellez, Assistant Court Administrator and Jurea Williams, Community Services Specialist. He stated that they have already made some changes, provided for Council a cycle of what the program would look like for an offender, and shared some early success stories. Ms. Tellez and Ms. Williams also shared recent success stories. Judge Lee stressed that what is important is developing the right relationships for participants and could see in the future those programs offered to the public as well. Judge Lee provided answers to Mayor and Councilmember questions. Councilman Cherchio stated Council wants to be a partner to the diversion court and asked for a quarterly report. He stressed that he wants an open dialog between the Court and the Council. Judge Lee stated that a program like this does not work without all the departments in the City working together. Councilman Black said that the program has the necessary depth and substance to help people change their lives. He asked what other resources would be needed. Judge Lee stated that he is only limited by the number of staff he has to work with offenders to find the services they need. He provided an example of how long it could take to place one individual. He stated having many relationships or pipelines to obtain services is what he is trying to build and that once those connections are made it may not take as long to place someone. Councilman Black asked for an analysis comparing the old criminal court way of doing things to the new diversion court way of doing things, comparing not only financial differences but outcomes as well. Councilwoman Goynes-Brown
asked if there were differences between men and women in the program. Ms. Tellez
stated that except of separate housing, no two individuals will be receiving
the same exact services. She stressed it would be a holistic approach with each
treatment recommendation unique to the offender. Councilwoman Goynes-Brown asked if they could have a group offender graduation ceremony. Judge Lee said yes and that this is important in building self-esteem. Mayor Pro Tempore Barron stated it seems like the diversion court may need more support and asked about grant funding options. Judge Lee provided background on how his staff have been working with other City staff to obtain grants. Mayor Lee said he was proud of the City Manager and City Attorney to have this dream. Judge Lee said the CARE acronym and name of the program was suggested by the City Manager. |
ACTION: |
ACCEPTED
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23. |
Update from Workforce Connections, Southern Nevada’s Workforce Development Board. (Citywide) |
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City Manager Juden introduced the presenters and provided context to the discussion, speaking about the role of libraries and unemployment. He shared how the City collaborated with Workforce Connections long before the pandemic and that during the pandemic City libraries were closed with library staff performing vital COVID-19 services. He said that City libraries connect people with jobs and we hope to have the libraries back open in late Spring. Jaime Cruz, Executive Director and Irene Bustamante Adams, Deputy Director, presented the Workforce Connections presentation entitled: Connecting Employers to a Ready Workforce. They spoke of the role of their agency and the partners they work with to provide a one-stop career center for those needing jobs. They reviewed with Council many of their programs to support job seekers and recent policy changes and recovery grants. They shared what they are working on now and for the future. They added that they just heard that Facebook would fund training of fifty digital marketing applicants for Workforce Connections. Mr. Cruz stated that after completion of the training that Workforce Connections would place the graduates in small businesses who need digital marketing services. Councilman Black recommended that the fifty digital marketing spots be balanced over Southern Nevada equitably. Director Cruz stated that is how they would fill those spots. Mayor Pro Tempore Barron asked about outreach to small Latino businesses. Director Cruz said he would love to strategize with Mayor Pro Tempore Barron. Deputy Director Bustamante Adams provided a variety of things that they have already done in regard to Latino outreach, but added she would love to sit down with the City in regards to this to strategize additional outreach methods. |
ACTION: |
ACCEPTED
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City Clerk Raynor read Ordinance No. 3071 as published on the agenda. |
ACTION: |
FINAL ACTION SET FOR APRIL 7, 2021
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City Manager Juden asked Assistant City Manager Melesio to
provide Council with an update on vaccinations. |
Mayor Lee opened the public forum and having no requests to speak closed the public forum. |
Mayor Lee adjourned the meeting at 6:29 PM. |
APPROVED: April 7, 2021
/s/ John J. Lee |
Mayor John J. Lee
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ATTEST:
/s/ Catherine A. Raynor |
Catherine A. Raynor, MMC City Clerk |