CITY OF NORTH LAS VEGAS

CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING

 

January 20, 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

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

Chief Innovation Officer Gavan

Finance Director Harty

Fire Chief Calhoun

Information Technology Director Moriarity

Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan

Neighborhood and Leisure Services Director Palmer

Police Captain Miller

Public Works Director Daffern

Utilities Director Brady

 

WELCOME

Mayor John J. Lee

 

VERIFICATION

Catherine A. Raynor, MMC

City Clerk

 

 

INVOCATION

Mayor Pro Tempore Barron

 

 

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - BY INVITATION

Councilman Cherchio

 

 

PROCLAMATIONS

 

 

Recognize Gay and Steve Shoaff for Their Community Involvement in the City of North Las Vegas.

 

Councilman Cherchio presented the proclamation to Gay and Steve Shoaff, thanking them for their years of service to the City and proclaiming January 20, 2021 Gay and Steve Shoaff day.

 

PUBLIC FORUM

 

Mayor Lee opened public forum.

City Clerk Raynor stated:

  • In regards to Item No. 25, the City received an email from Susy Vasquez from the Nevada State Apartment Association. Ms. Vasquez asked if the City would be creating a landlord assistance program similar to the county's plan and offered to provide assistance with the City's plan if one was approved.
  • In regards to Item No. 19, Richard Modee submitted a letter stating he opposed the 380-unit multifamily development citing as problems: increased number of vehicles and traffic, reduction in open space, lowering of property values for nearby single family, privacy compromised, and a significant increase in water usage. He stressed that he is concerned with the cumulative effect of this development and two more proposals that are all within a few blocks of each other.

Having no requests to speak, Mayor Lee closed the public forum.

 

AGENDA

 

1.

Approve City Council Regular Meeting Agenda of January 20, 2021. (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED AS AMENDED; ITEM NO. 23 MOVED TO THE CONSENT AGENDA FOR ACTION AND ITEM NO. 27 CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 3, 2021

 

MOTION:

Councilman Black

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

CONSENT AGENDA

 

2.

Approve City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of January 6, 2021. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED AS AMENDED: ADDED ITEM NO. 23

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

3.

Approve Restricted Gaming Business License for United Coin Machine Co. dba Century Gaming Technologies dbat 7-Eleven Store #32194, 2404 East Craig Road, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030. (Ward 2-Goynes-Brown) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

4.

Award Bid Number 1619 and Approve Landscaping Service Agreement with Par-3 Landscaping and Maintenance, Inc., in a Total Amount Not to Exceed $3,441,900; $688,380 Annually for a Three-Year Period with an Option to Renew for Two Additional One-Year Periods to Provide Landscaping Services for Craig Ranch Regional Park and the North Las Vegas Sections of the Las Vegas Valley Trail System. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

AWARDED AND APPROVED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

 

5.

Authorize Purchase Order to Clark County Southern Nevada Area Communications Council in an Amount Not to Exceed $264,974 for Annual Operating Fees for the Southern Nevada Area Communications Council Radio System Pursuant to the Southern Nevada Area Communications Council Cooperative Agreement, for All Departments Except the Fire Department. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

AUTHORIZED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

 

 

6.

Approve Interlocal Contract with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department in the Amount of $38,015 that will Enable the City of North Las Vegas Police Department to be a Subrecipient of Funds Made Available by the United States Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Under the FY20 Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program, CFDA#16.543; and Authorize the City Manager or His Designee to Execute the Documents. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED AND AUTHORIZED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

Approve Interlocal Contract with the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada in an Amount Not to Exceed $160,000 Funded by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada Motor Vehicle Fuel Tax Funds for the Neighborhood Reconstruction Fiscal Year 2021, City of North Las Vegas Maintenance Project, CIP Project No. 10280A-21. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

8.

Approve Fourth Supplemental Interlocal Contract with the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada to Extend the Project Completion Date to December 31, 2021 for the Tropical Parkway/Linn Lane, El Campo Grande Avenue to CC-215 Project, CIP Project No. 10401. (Ward 1-Barron) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

9.

Approve Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with the Southern Nevada Health District Funded by the Southern Nevada Health District for the Reach Grant Year 3 Program. (Ward 1-Barron) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

10.

Approve Service Agreement with Eaton Corporation in an Amount Not to Exceed $65,590 Funded by the Utilities Enterprise Fund for the Replacement of the Blower Motor Starter at the Water Reclamation Facility. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

11.

Approve Emergency Projects for Repairs of Pressure Regulating Valves and Appurtenances Located on Lamb Boulevard, Between Azure Avenue and Centennial Parkway and at Arnold Loop at Nellis Air Force Base; and Authorize the City Manager to Issue Necessary Contracts to Complete the Work. (Ward 1-Barron) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED AND AUTHORIZED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

12.

Ratify City Attorney Micaela Moore's First Amendment to First Amended and Restated Employment Agreement Amending the Agreement to Extend the Term to January 14, 2024, Unless Otherwise Stated in the Agreement. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

RATIFIED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

13.

Ratify City Manager Ryann Juden's First Amendment to Second Amended and Restated Employment Agreement Amending the Agreement to Extend the Term to January 14, 2024, Unless Otherwise Stated in the Agreement. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

RATIFIED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

PUBLIC HEARINGS

 

14.

Approve VAC-09-2020 (Commerce/Washburn) for Applicant: Beazer Homes to Vacate the Northerly 30 Feet of Rosada Way Located Approximately 600 Feet South of Washburn Road, Extending Approximately 300 Feet to the East of Commerce Street. (Ward 4-Cherchio) (For Possible Action)

 

Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read VAC-09-2020 into the record.

 

Mayor Lee noted that Items 14 and 15 were related and asked that the applicant provide one presentation for both items, but that separate votes would be required.

Mark Bangan, the WLB Group, 3663 E. Sunset Rd, Suite 204, Las Vegas said he represented Beazer Homes, agreed with staff recommendations, and asked Council to approve the item.

Mayor Lee opened the public hearing. City Clerk Raynor stated the City received one returned public hearing notice in support of this item and none in opposition. Having no requests to speak, Mayor Lee closed the public hearing.

 

ACTION:

APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITION:

1.    THE VACATION SHALL RECORD CONCURRENTLY WITH OR PRIOR TO THE ASSOCIATED FINAL MAP.

 

MOTION:

Councilman Cherchio

 

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

 

NAYS:

None

 

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

15.

Approve ZN-17-2020 and Pass and Adopt Ordinance No. 3051, an Ordinance Related to Zoning; Reclassifying Approximately 5.22± Acres in the Zoning Map of North Las Vegas from an R-E Ranch Estates District to an R-1 Single-Family Low Density District (ZN-17-2020, Commerce/Washburn) for Property Located at the Southeast Corner of Washburn Road and Commerce Street and Providing for Other Matters Properly Relating Thereto. (Ward 4-Cherchio) (For Possible Action)

 

Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read ZN-17-2020 and Ordinance No. 3051 into the record as published on the agenda.

 

Presentation provided on Item No. 14.

Mayor Lee opened the public hearing. City Clerk Raynor stated the City received six returned public hearing notices in support of the project and one in opposition. Having no requests to speak, Mayor Lee closed the public hearing.

 

ACTION:

APPROVED ZN-17-2020; PASSED AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 3051

 

MOTION:

Councilman Cherchio

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

16.

Approve AMP-13-2020 (Tropical 4) for Applicant: Van Trust Real Estate to Request an Amendment to the Comprehensive Master Plan to Change the Land Use Designation from Community Commercial to Heavy Industrial at the Northeast Corner of Tropical Parkway and the Castleberry Lane Alignment. (Ward 1-Barron) (For Possible Action)

 

Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read AMP-13-2020 into the record.

 

Mayor Lee noted that Items 16, 17 and 18 were related and asked that the applicant provide one presentation for both items, but that separate votes would be required.

 

Bob Gronauer, Kaempfer Crowell, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas stated he represented Van Trust and agreed with staff recommendations for Item Nos. 16, 17 and 18

Mayor Lee opened the public hearing. City Clerk Raynor stated the City received three returned public hearing notices in support of Item 16 and none in opposition. Having no requests to speak, Mayor Lee closed the public hearing.

 

ACTION:

APPROVED AMP-13-2020

 

MOTION:

Mayor Pro Tempore Barron

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

 

17.

Approve ZN-19-2020 and Pass and Adopt Ordinance No. 3054, an Ordinance Related to Zoning; Reclassifying Approximately 14.41± Acres from an O-L Open Land District to an M-2 General Industrial District (ZN-19-2020, Tropical 4) for Property Generally Located at the Northeast Corner of Tropical Parkway and Castleberry Lane Alignment and Providing for Other Matters Properly Relating Thereto. (Ward 1-Barron) (For Possible Action)

 

Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read ZN-19-2020 and Ordinance No. 3054 into the record as published on the agenda.\

 

Presentation provided on Item No. 16.

Mayor Lee opened the public hearing. City Clerk Raynor stated the City received three returned public hearing notices in support of Item No. 17 and none in opposition. Having no requests to speak, Mayor Lee closed the public hearing.

 

ACTION:

APPROVED ZN-19-2020; PASSED AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 3054

 

MOTION:

Mayor Pro Tempore Barron

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

 

 

 

18.

Approve VAC-10-2020 (Tropical 4) for Applicant: Van Trust Real Estate to Vacate Reiss Lane Between Castleberry Lane and Nicco Way. (Ward 1-Barron) (For Possible Action)

 

Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read VAC-10-2020 into the record.

 

Presentation provided on Item No. 16.

Mayor Lee opened the public hearing. City Clerk Raynor stated the City received two returned public hearing notices in support of Item No. 18 and none in opposition. Having no requests to speak, Mayor Lee closed the public hearing.

 

ACTION:

APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITION:

1.    SHOULD THE ORDER OF VACATION NOT RECORD WITHIN TWO YEARS FROM THE DATE OF APPROVAL, THE VACATION SHALL BE DEEMED NULL AND VOID.

 

MOTION:

Mayor Pro Tempore Barron

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

19.

Approve WAV-03-2020 (Scott Robinson Apartments) for Applicant: SRB Living, LLC to Request a Waiver in an R-3 Multi-Family Residential District to Allow for 685 Parking Spaces Where 803 Parking Spaces are Required, Located at the Northwest Corner of Coralie Avenue and Scott Robinson Boulevard. (Ward 2-Goynes-Brown) (For Possible Action)

 

Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read WAV-03-2020 into the record.

Bob Gronauer, Kaempfer Crowell, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas stated he represented Van Trust and agreed with staff recommendations. He stated this is a good use of the vacant infill parcel, would be developed as Class A apartments, and would include open space within the complex.

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown stated she supported the development at this location. She said the infill parcel has been vacant for decades and felt that an enclosed complex would work at this location. She stressed she had attended neighborhood meeting and did not hear any opposition expressed during those meetings.
In regards to the number of parking spaces, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron stated that the number should be sufficient, stating many of the younger generations do not drive or own cars.

 

ACTION:

APPROVED WAV-03-2020 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

1.    UNLESS EXPRESSLY AUTHORIZED THROUGH A VARIANCE, WAIVER OR ANOTHER APPROVED METHOD, THIS DEVELOPMENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND ORDINANCES.

2.    APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO HAVE SIXTY-SIX (66) BICYCLE RACKS AS STATED IN THE WAIVER REQUEST.

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

20.

Approve WAV-04-2020 (Rome South) for Applicant: Hand Property Holding Company to Request a Waiver in an R-4 High Density Residential District and a C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District, Proposed Property Reclassification to an R-4 High Density Residential District, to Allow 225 Parking Spaces Where 440 Parking Spaces are Required; to Allow Six Foot Wide Side and Rear Landscape Buffers Where a Minimum of a Ten Foot Wide Landscape Buffer is Required; and to Provide Trees at 40 Foot on Center Where 20 Foot on Center is Required,  Located South of Rome Boulevard and Approximately 270 Feet West of North 5th Street. (Ward 4-Cherchio) (For Possible Action)

 

Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read WAV-03-2020 into the record.

 

Bob Feibleman, Nevada Hand, 295 E. Warm Springs Rd, Suite 101, Las Vegas stated he represented the applicant and agreed with staff recommendations. In regards to parking spaces, he stated that they had surveyed their other locations for the number of used parking spaces and was confident the number was sufficient for a senior housing development.

Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.

 

ACTION:

APPROVED WAV-04-2020 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

1.    UNLESS EXPRESSLY AUTHORIZED THROUGH A VARIANCE, WAIVER OR ANOTHER APPROVED METHOD, THIS DEVELOPMENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND ORDINANCES.

2.    OCCUPANCY OF THE DWELLING UNITS SHALL BE RESTRICTED TO SENIOR CITIZENS AS DEFINED IN THE FEDERAL FAIR HOUSING ACT AND AMENDMENTS.

MOTION:

Councilman Cherchio

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

21.

Approve ZN-18-2020 and Pass and Adopt Ordinance No. 3052, an Ordinance Related to Zoning; Reclassifying Approximately 12.43± Acres in the Zoning Map of North Las Vegas from a C-2 General Commercial District to an R-CL Single-Family Compact Lot Residential District (ZN-18-2020, Garland Grove) for Property Located East of Clayton Street, Approximately 580 Feet North of Craig Road and Providing for Other Matters Properly Relating Thereto. (Ward 4-Cherchio) (For Possible Action)

 

Land Development and Community Services Director Jordan read ZN-18-2020 and Ordinance No. 3052 into the record as published on the agenda.

 

Jennifer Lazovich, Kaemfer Crowell, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas stated she represented Richmond American Homes, agreed with recommendations, and was available for questions.

Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.

Councilman Cherchio stated he had seen a similar development in the city of Henderson and felt this development would be a good use for this property.

 

ACTION:

APPROVED ZN-18-2020; PASSED AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 3052

 

 

MOTION:

Councilman Cherchio

 

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

 

NAYS:

None

 

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

22.

Approve ZOA-03-2020 and Pass and Adopt Ordinance No. 3048, Amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code Relating to Zoning (ZOA-03-2020) by Amending Various Provisions Including but Not Limited to Procedures, Permitted Uses, Parking, and Definitions, and Providing for Other Matters Properly Relating Thereto. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

APPROVED ZOA-03-2020; PASSED AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 3048

 

MOTION:

Councilman Black

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 ZOA-03-2020 and Ordinance No. 3048 into the record as published on the agenda.

 

Mayor Lee opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak closed the public hearing.

 

 

 

BUSINESS

 

23.

Authorize City Manager to Finalize and Execute the First Amendment to the Wireless Use Agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T) in a Form Approved by the City Attorney's Office to Allow for the Expansion of Wireless Communication Services. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

ACTION:

MOVED TO THE CONSENT AGENDA; AUTHORIZED

 

MOTION:

Councilwoman Goynes-Brown

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

 

 

 

24.

Update on Acceptance of Grant Award from Clark County in the Amount of $23,790,984 for Coronavirus Relief Funds and Authorize the City Manager or His Designee to Continue to Enter into Appropriate Agreements. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

City Manager Juden provided an update on the funds received from Clark County. He stated that the deadline to use these funds changed from December 31, 2020 to December 31, 2021. He said that the City took these funds and put them into the budget using the language required by the Treasury Department as was permissible. Mr. Juden stressed that staff continues to use these fund to provide relief to residents and businesses by instituting a variety of programs. Mr. Juden said that staff would bring back to Council in future meetings information on how the remaining funds are utilized. He said he felt the only way to get the state back open and people back to work is through vaccinations. He thanked staff and Council for their hard work and leadership. Mr. Juden thanked the County for its partnership and granting the funds to the City.

Assistant City Manager Melesio provided Council with background on how City staff recently implemented a vaccine website and call center to allow residents to sign up for vaccinations. Fire Chief Calhoun stated that around 14,000 residents have been pre-registered for shots and that 1,475 were give vaccinations today. He described ramped up plans for the near future using volunteers, the National Guard, school nurses and firefighters. Chief Calhoun shared some of the positive feedback he received from those who were vaccinated.

Mayor and Council thanked Fire Chief Calhoun and all staff for their efforts, stressing it was a huge undertaking and is quite successful.

ACTION:

RECEIVED UPDATE; AUTHORIZED

 

MOTION:

Councilman Cherchio

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

25.

Accept Grant in the Amount of $7.6M from the U.S. Department of the Treasury Under the Emergency Rental Assistance Program; and Authorize the City Manager or His Designee to Execute the Grant Award Documents and Enter into Agreements for Local Administration of Funding. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

City Manager Juden explained that this is a new grant from Treasury available to entities like the City with over 200,000 resident. He stated the City could directly for it to maximize dollars coming into Southern Nevada. He added that so far the City of Henderson and City of North Las Vegas have applied for this grant. He noted that Clark County has contracted with a third party agency to administer the program. Mr. Juden stated that it became clear that using a third party would be more efficient and more cost effective. Mr. Juden recommended the City do the same thing, stressing that the most prudent way to use these funds is to have it done by 3d party and to join with Clark County. In response to Mayor Lee and Mayor Pro Tempore Barron questions, Mr. Juden stated this new grant has more requirements that must be met to receive the funds.

ACTION:

ACCEPTED; AUTHORIZED

 

MOTION:

Mayor Pro Tempore Barron

AYES:

Mayor Lee, Mayor Pro Tempore Barron, Council Members Cherchio, Goynes-Brown, Black

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

 

 

26.

Discussion on the Creation of a Community Diversion Court to Increase Rehabilitation and Reduce Recidivism in the City of North Las Vegas and an Update About the Process for Opening the Community Diversion Court. (Citywide) (For Possible Action)

 

City Manager Juden provided an update on the diversion court. He said that the next few steps would be to give the court structure or “bones” and that once a judge was appointed that the judge along with stakeholders would put the “meat” onto the bones of the diversion court.

Mr. Juden provided general information on the required qualifications of a diversion court judge, noting that the candidate pool could be quite small. He stated that based on Council direction the appointing authority would be the City Council and that soon staff would bring back a name for consideration. Council discussed the needs of veterans to have that included as one of the areas of concentration for the diversion court.

Mayor, Council and staff discussed when the court would be implemented and based on the current court calendar it was stated that mid-April may be the appropriate time.

Mr. Juden stated that Item No. 27 on tonight’s agenda for introduction was continued to February 3rd to allow for minor changes to the ordinance regarding the diversion court.

 

ACTION:

DISCUSSED

 

MOTION:

None

AYES:

None

NAYS:

None

ABSTAIN:

None

 

ORDINANCES - INTRODUCTION ONLY

 

27.

Introduce Ordinance No. 3060, Amending Chapter 6 of Title 2 of the Municipal Code to Expand the Number of Departments of the North Las Vegas Municipal Court from One to Two; Repealing Ordinance No. 2786 and Providing for Other Matters Properly Relating Thereto. (Citywide) (Set Final Action for February 3, 2021)

 

City Manager Juden read into the record Ordinance No. 3060 as published on the agenda.

 

ACTION:

CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 3, 2021

 

 

28.

Introduce Ordinance No. 3061, Authorizing the Issuance by the City of North Las Vegas, Nevada, of Its General Obligation (Limited Tax) Refunding Bonds (Additionally Secured by Pledged Revenues), Series 2021; Ratifying Action Taken by City Officers Toward the Issuance of Such Bonds; And Providing Other Matters Relating Thereto. (Citywide) (Set Final Action for February 3, 2021)

 

City Manager Juden read into the record Ordinance No. 3061 as published on the agenda.

 

ACTION:

FINAL ACTION SET FOR FEBRUARY 3, 2021

 

 

CITY MANAGER'S REPORT

 

City Manager Juden stated he had no report. He thanked Fire Chief Calhoun for his and his team's efforts toward vaccinations. He said this is where the City starts to turn the corner and is necessary for everything to get back to normal and for recovery.

 

PUBLIC FORUM

 

Mayor Lee opened the public forum and having no written comments or callers on the phone, closed the public forum.

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

Mayor Lee adjourned the meeting at 5:41 PM.

 

 

APPROVED: February 3, 2021

 

/s/ John J. Lee

Mayor John J. Lee

 

 

ATTEST:

 

/s/ Catherine A. Raynor

Catherine A. Raynor, MMC

City Clerk