MINUTES
CITY OF NORTH LAS VEGAS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
August 18, 2021
Website - http://www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com
CALL TO ORDER
4:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 2250 Las Vegas Boulevard North, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
ROLL CALL
COUNCIL PRESENT
Mayor Lee
Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio
Councilwoman Goynes-Brown
Councilman Barron
Councilman Black
STAFF PRESENT
City Manager Juden City Attorney Moore Acting City Clerk Purcell Assistant City Manager Melesio Finance Director Harty Human Resources Director Ihmels Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan Library Director Lewis Public Works Director Daffern Utilities Director Brady Chief of Staff Gipson Government Affairs Director Luke Public Information Officer Walker Deputy City Clerk Tapia-Rojas Deputy City Clerk Calma Deputy City Clerk Ramey |
WELCOME
Mayor John J. Lee
VERIFICATION
Marie E. Purcell, CMC
Acting City Clerk
Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio
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Councilman Barron announced the following events:
· Summer Pool Party at Petitti Pool - Saturday, August 21, 2021, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. There will be free food, music, and games. The Southern Nevada Community Health Center team will also be at the event with a health care provider to conduct free COVID tests and vaccinations, HPV immunizations, as well as hypertension and diabetes screenings.
· On September 15, 2021, at 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the City of North Las Vegas will celebrate El Grito (Mexican Independence Day) with a free community event at Liberty Park, in front of City Hall. Enjoy great entertainment, interactive booths, freebies, resources, kids’ area and more. This event kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month.
Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio announced the following upcoming events:
· The Veterans, Military, and First Responders Appreciation Day is on October 16, 2021, at Craig Ranch Regional Park. For more details, please visit nlvevents4military.org.
Councilman Black thanked the Parks and Recreation staff for helping make the Pool Party at Silver Mesa Recreation Center on August 7, 2021, a huge success.
Councilwoman Goynes-Brown announced the following upcoming events:
· Attended another Baby’s Bounty Diaper Giveaway on August 11, 2021.
· Attended Police Department’s Meet and Greet for faith based leaders on August 17, 2021. NLVPD is launching the “Rebuilding Every City Around Peace (RECAP) Program.
· Toured “The Just One Project” (Nevada’s largest mobile market) and a non-profit food bank.
There was no participation.
1. |
Approve City Council Regular Meeting Agenda of August 18, 2021. (For Possible Action) |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Barron |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
2. |
Approve City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of July 21, 2021. (Citywide) (For Possible Action) |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
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3. |
Approve Beer-Wine-Spirit-Based Products On-Sale and Beer-Wine-Spirit-Based Products Off-Sale Business Licenses for CBOCS West, Inc. dba Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, 2815 East Craig Road, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030. (Ward 2-Goynes-Brown) (For Possible Action) |
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ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
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AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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NAYS: |
None |
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ABSTAIN: |
None |
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ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED AND AUTHORIZED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED AND AUTHORIZED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
AUTHORIZED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
AUTHORIZED AND APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED AND AUTHORIZED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
AUTHORIZED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
AWARDED AND APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
16. |
Reject All Bids Received for Bid Number 1641 for the Craig Ranch Regional Park Railroad Project, CIP Project No. 10573. (Ward 2-Goynes-Brown) (For Possible Action) |
ACTION: |
REJECTED ALL BIDS
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
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AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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NAYS: |
None |
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ABSTAIN: |
None |
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17. |
Approve Utility Department Collection Agency Services Agreement with Online Information Services, Inc. for a Three-Year Term with an Option to Renew for Two Additional One-Year Periods at the Sole Discretion of the City Manager or His Designee. (Citywide) (For Possible Action) |
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ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ACTION: |
APPROVED AND AUTHORIZE
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
20. |
VAC-10-2021 (Valley Vista Parcel 1.3) |
Public Hearing Set for September 1, 2021 |
21. |
Ratify the North Las Vegas Teamsters Local 14 Supervisor Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Period of July 1, 2021 Through June 30, 2024. (Citywide) (For Possible Action) |
City Manager Juden stated that Item Nos. 21, 22 and 23 are related and will be voted on separately. In compliance with Nevada Revised Statutes, City Manager Juden read into the record the Fiscal Impacts for the Teamsters Local 14 Supervisor, Non-Supervisor and Administrative Collective Bargaining Agreements. He stated that each agreement has a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2024, and reflect the same COLA for 2021, which is similar to other bargaining groups in the City. He stated that the rate is 2.75% with a one-time lump sum payment. He continued by stating that the COLA for future years is limited to the index with a ceiling of three percent, and a floor of two percent. As part of the agreement, the City will increase the monthly contributions for the Teamsters HealthCare Trust and there will be changes to the wage scale, which increases the top step, and reduces the number of steps from twelve to nine over the three-year term of the agreement. He stated that collectively, the three Collective Bargaining Agreements would cost the City an approximate total of $15.4 Million over three years.
City Manager Juden thanked the Human Resources team, Council Members and the Teamsters Local 14 for providing good direction and working together to create a contract that has financial and managerial benefits for employees and management. He stated that these contracts would provide predictability from year to year for employees, without returning to the bargaining table year after year, and received 97% approval from employees.
Mayor Lee invited Teamsters Local 14 Chief Shop Steward, John Ortega to the podium.
Teamsters Local 14, Chief Shop Steward Ortega thanked the Bargaining Committee Staff and the Human Resources team for their hard work on the execution of the contract.
Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.
ACTION: |
RATIFIED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Barron |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
22. |
Ratify the North Las Vegas Teamsters Local 14 Non-Supervisor Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Period of July 1, 2021 Through June 30, 2024. (Citywide) (For Possible Action) |
(Please refer to comments in Item No. 21)
Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.
ACTION: |
RATIFIED
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MOTION: |
Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
23. |
Ratify the North Las Vegas Teamsters Local 14 Administrative Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Period of July 1, 2021 Through June 30, 2024. (Citywide) (For Possible Action) |
(Please refer to comments in Item No. 21)
Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.
City Manager Juden stated that there is a minor adjustment to Exhibit A of the Administrative Collective Bargaining Agreement. The City and Teamsters Local 14 Union agreed to remove some positions from the contract. He stated that an asterisk identified the positions. The Principal Systems Administrator position was not included in the agreement; therefore, the asterisk should be removed.
Councilman Barron stated that members of the Teamsters Local 14 bargaining group assist in making a better quality of life in various ways. He stated that from the employees who assist in the execution of events for residents, employees who assist in maintenance of the lights to keep the City streets safe, to the employees who provide top quality customer service, the Teamsters are valued for the value they bring to the City and its residents. He continued by thanking the Teamsters Local 14 Committee and its members for the top quality service they continue to provide.
Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio stated that Teamsters Local 14 members have the City’s best interest at heart and he thanked them for their service to the community and City. He thanked Mr. Ortega and the bargaining committee for their hard work during bargaining.
Councilman Black stated that he considered the $15.4 million allocated in the three collective bargaining agreements to be a sound investment into a diverse group of individuals, who themselves have made an investment of their own in the City by virtue of their skill sets, education, training and backgrounds.
Councilwoman Goynes-Brown thanked Mr. Ortega and the Teamsters Local 14 Board. She continued by stating that the Teamsters are an invaluable part of government and City functions. She continued by thanking internal staff for a job well done, now and in the future.
Councilman Black asked whether this was the final Bargaining Group before the City for approval.
City Manager Juden responded by stating that there is one Collective Bargaining Group outstanding. The City is in the process of rectifying some concerns and hope to have the matter concluded soon.
Mayor Lee stated that the City would not run without the Teamsters organization. He continued by thanking Mr. Ortega for his leadership and the love, respect and appreciation the Council, City and residents receive from its members.
ACTION: |
RATIFIED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Barron |
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AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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NAYS: |
None |
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ABSTAIN: |
None |
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24. |
Approve AMP-10-2021 (Mini Storage Facility) for Applicant: All American Capital Corporation to Request an Amendment to the Comprehensive Master Plan to Change the Land Use Designation from Employment to Neighborhood Commercial Located at the Southeast Corner of Simmons Street and El Campo Grande Avenue. (Ward 3-Black) (For Possible Action) |
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Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read AMP-10-2021 into the record as published on the agenda.
Joseph Dagher, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Suite 650, Las Vegas, represented the applicant and provided additional background on the project. He stated that the applicant developing the storage facility would require an amendment to the Master Plan from employment to neighborhood commercial. He continued by stating that the applicant is proposing three buildings at this site. The largest building comprised of 64,000 square feet and is a two-story building. The second and third buildings are to the east and west of the site and are approximately 2,000 and 6,100 square feet respectively, and will have 10 RV Parking spaces with canopies. He stated that there would be no security on the property however, there will be security cameras installed throughout the property.
Councilman Black stated that he has observed illegal parking, trash and debris on this property during his daily commute, and believes that the proposed development is appropriate for the parcel.
Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
(Please refer to comments in Item No. 24, AMP-10-2021)
Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read ZN-15-2021 and Ordinance No. 3086 into the record as published on the agenda.
Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Black |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read DA-04-2021 and Ordinance No. 3088 into the record as published on the agenda.
Stephanie Allen, Kaempfer Crowell, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas, represented the applicant. She provided additional background on the project and thanked staff for their recommendations.
Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
(Please refer to comments in Item No. 26, DA-04-2021; Ordinance No. 3088)
Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read ZN-17-2021 and Ordinance No. 3087 into the record as published on the agenda.
Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read VAC-08-2021 into the record as published on the agenda.
Stephanie Allen, Kaempfer Crowell, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas, represented the applicant. She provided additional background on the project and thanked staff for their recommendations.
Councilwoman Goynes-Brown asked whether food market chains interested in establishing their brand within the community would consider future development of homes into their market research.
Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan responded that Public Works stores an active and updated Tentative Map that displays data on the subdivisions and developments approved by the Planning Commission. He stated that it is available for Commercial Developers. He continued by stating that the Building Department maintains and generates a monthly report on the quantity and type of building permits issued, to analyze what is being built within the community.
Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.
ACTION: |
APPROVED
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MOTION: |
Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio |
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AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
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NAYS: |
None |
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ABSTAIN: |
None |
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29. |
Presentation Regarding the City of North Las Vegas Community Input Received at the American Rescue Plan Act Listening Tours and Survey Responses. (Citywide) |
Chief of Staff Gipson and Assistant City Manager Melesio provided a slide presentation on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Activities. Assistant City Manager Melesio stated that these funds are $46.3 Million in emergency funding provided to the City by the Federal Government. He stated that the City intends to utilize these funds within the community and in five years, there should be a positive impact.
Chief of Staff Gipson stated that the City engaged the community through various means. One method was Town Hall meetings held with the community, where residents and stakeholders expressed the need for affordable housing, combatting homelessness, job creation, economic development and education within the community.
Mayor Lee asked whether improving infrastructure to improve transportation would be included in the assistance to workers, families and business funding from the American Rescue Plan Act. He continued by asking whether the American Rescue Plan Act funds would be deployed to the City directly by the Federal government.
City Manager Juden responded that assistance to workers, families and businesses would be similar to the direct allocation strategy used to disperse CARES dollars to the community. He continued by stating that infrastructure dollars would be first analyzed for projects that are directed toward improving infrastructure prior to reviewing whether American Rescue Plan Act funds would be appropriate for infrastructure projects.
Councilwoman Goynes-Brown asked whether the funds would be available to provide resources for grant writing or grant sourcing for supporting non-profits within the City.
City Manager Juden responded that a project to maximize resources for non-profits and businesses within the City is in the works. He continued by stating that since non-profits and the services they provide are regional, the City is working on ensuring the funds deployed by the City would benefit the residents.
Councilman Black stated that two of the three top rank categories from the community response meetings align with the City’s strategic plan. He continued by stating that category number three in relation to public health was not acknowledged. He stated that the pandemic has revealed deficiencies within our public health infrastructure. He continued by asking whether the City can allocate a small team of individuals to attend the Southern Nevada Health District Strategic Stakeholder meeting. He stated that attending this meeting would be an opportunity for the City to analyze programs that may be relevant to the City and possibly invest American Rescue Plan dollars toward obtaining additional resources for the community.
Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio asked whether $46.3 million is a guaranteed amount to the City.
City Manager Juden responded in the affirmative and continued by stating that while the City’s allotment is received directly from the federal government, the State was allocated funding designed to benefit the City’s residents. He continued by stating that the City would work with the State to identify projects that should be allocated funding.
Councilman Barron stated that the Covid-19 pandemic has exposed weaknesses in society such as lack of investment in public health, affordable housing and education. He continued by stating that the American Rescue Plan Act funds deployed to the City by the federal government is an investment into our community.
City Manager Juden responded that the American Rescue Plan Act Funds deployed by the federal government are funds paid through taxes by residents and businesses therefore, it is important to ensure the residents of North Las Vegas benefit from these resources.
ACTION: |
PRESENTATION ACCEPTED
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Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read Resolution No. 2671 into the record as published on the agenda.
Councilman Black asked about the dollar value of the Private Activity Bond Volume Cap to be transferred.
Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan responded that the amount to be transferred is $14,200,515.09
Councilman Barron stated that this is a historic moment. He continued by stating that Resolution No. 2671 provides the funding to transform a once underserved community. He stated that with this funding the City would be able to build more affordable housing and the highest residential complex within the City of North Las Vegas.
ACTION: |
PASSED AND ADOPTED
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MOTION: |
Councilman Barron |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
31. |
Appoint a Citizen Representative to the Clark County Community Development Advisory Committee for a One-Year Term Ending September 5, 2022. (Citywide) (For Possible Action) |
ACTION: |
REAPPOINTED JEFFREY ALPERT TO THE CLARK COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
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MOTION: |
Mayor Lee |
AYES: |
Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Cherchio, Council Members Barron Goynes-Brown and Black |
NAYS: |
None |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
City Manager Juden thanked Chief of Staff Gipson and Assistant City Manager Melesio for their leadership and swift action on the American Rescue Plan Act.
Nathan Atkins, 1421 Arc Dome Ave, North Las Vegas, suggested that a City representative reach out to Somerset Academy to discuss implementing safety precautions for students crossing the roadway. He stated that there was a tragic accident that occurred in the past, and that implementing safety precautions will help prevent future incidents.
Johnny Bell, 8060 Seven, Las Vegas NV, stated that as a youth and homeless advocate he would like to offer his assistance to the City to combat homelessness.
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Mayor Lee adjourned the meeting at 5:50 p.m.
APPROVED: September 15, 2021
/s/ John J. Lee |
Mayor John J. Lee
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ATTEST:
/s/ Jackie Rodgers for |
Marie E. Purcell, CMC Acting City Clerk |