Public Meetings - Clark County, Nevada

The Clark County Board of County Commissioners held a zoning and subdivision meeting on November 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM in the Commission Chambers. The meeting covered routine consent items, public hearings on non-routine items, and introductions of ordinances for future hearings. Key actions included approvals of extensions, use permits, zone changes, and plan amendments, with several modifications made during the discussions. Consent Calendar - Items 4 through 16 were approved collectively as routine action items, incorporating amendments for Items 5, 6, and 9. No public objections were raised for these items. Public Comments & Testimony - Early in the meeting, Mr. King spoke on Items 19 and 20, expressing concern about waivers eliminating street landscaping. He advocated for preserving trees to mitigate the urban heat island effect, particularly for vulnerable populations. The Chair noted that Item 19 would be heard separately once the public hearing began. - Cole Delani requested that Item 18 be held (postponed) to a later meeting, which the Board accommodated. - During the final public comment period, Al Rojas, a Sunrise Manor resident, thanked law enforcement for election security, reported community efforts to remove homeless encampments, and raised concerns about homeless populations congregating at parks and communication issues with Clark County Public Safety. Discussion Items - Item 17 (Venetian/Palazzo Condominium Tower): The applicant requested a seventh extension of time to complete 280 resort condominiums in an existing building under construction. Commissioner Sagerblum moved to amend the extension to five years, noting the building's progress. The motion passed. - Item 19 (Perez/Gonzalez Outdoor Storage): The applicant presented modifications including alternative street landscaping (not a waiver), withdrawal of the drainage study waiver, and agreement to build a wall between properties. Commissioner Kirkpatrick moved approval with conditions: eliminate Waiver 4 (drainage study), clarify Waiver 2 (defer landscaping until SID), require security cameras per Metro standards, and add emergency contact signage on street frontages. The motion passed. - Item 20 (Sterling Outdoor Storage): The applicant proposed landscaping and an 8-foot decorative block wall, withdrawing Waiver 1A. Commissioner Segerblom moved approval. The motion passed. - Item 21 (Communication Tower): The applicant proposed an 87-foot faux monopalm tower on a gravel pit site to improve cell coverage. Commissioner Kirkpatrick expressed concern about visual impact, noting a second nearby tower. She moved for approval with modifications: change the design to a standard monopole painted desert tan, require direct contact information on the gate, and support the waiver of off-site improvements. The motion passed. - Items 22–23 (Horito Vacations and Waivers): The applicant sought to combine parcels and build a garage before the house, with waivers for off-site improvements and a drainage study. Approved as recommended. - Items 30–33 (Toranji Senior Housing): The applicant proposed a 160-unit senior/assisted living facility. Public works confirmed Waiver 3B was no longer needed. Approved with the modification. - Items 34–38 (USA Wigwam Subdivision): The applicant proposed a 10-lot cul-de-sac subdivision with waivers for off-site improvements on one frontage and increased retaining wall height. Approved. - Items 39–43 (Ordinance Introductions): Five development agreements were introduced and set for public hearings on November 18, 2026. Approved. Key Outcomes - Item 17: Approved with an amendment to a 5-year extension (instead of the requested 7th extension). Vote: passed. - Item 19: Approved with conditions as moved by Commissioner Kirkpatrick. Vote: passed. - Item 20: Approved. Vote: passed. - Item 21: Approved with design change to a plain monopole, direct contact signage, and waiver of off-site improvements. Vote: passed. - Items 22–23: Approved. Vote: passed. - Items 30–33: Approved with withdrawal of Waiver 3B. Vote: passed. - Items 34–38: Approved. Vote: passed. - Items 39–43: Introduced; public hearings set for November 18, 2026. Vote: passed.

The meeting convened at 9:05 AM on November 3, 2026, at the Clark County Government Center. The agenda included recognition of the new Poet Laureate, public comments, a consent agenda, public hearings on short-term rental regulations and airport bond financing, introduction of an ordinance, business items, and a closed session. Key actions included approval of the short-term rental ordinance with amendments to address court-ordered process improvements, approval of up to $50 million in airport special facility revenue bonds, introduction of an ordinance to shorten the appeal period for business license decisions, and appointment of justices of the peace pro tempore. Consent Calendar - Approved items 5 through 30 en bloc, including contract increases, bid awards, franchise agreements, grant acceptances, property acquisitions, and routine administrative actions. Notable items included: - Award of residential street pavement reconstruction (Bid No. 607970-26) to Wells Cargo, Inc. and Las Vegas Paving Corporation. - Award of Durango Drive rehabilitation and intersection improvements (Bid No. 607997-26) to Unicon, LLC. - Acceptance of $431,863 in Justice Assistance Grant subgrant funds from the City of North Las Vegas (Item 13). - Approval of grant applications for Street Medicine ($561,338) and Transitional Housing ($1,029,135) from HUD (Items 15-16). - Approval of a resolution authorizing property tax refunds (Item 24). - Approval of grant proposal for AI-supported contraband mitigation at the Clark County Detention Center ($3.9 million from BJA) (Item 25). - Approval of the Clark County Water Reclamation District’s participation as a pilot host site for NSF research (Item 28). - Ratification of $1.97 million subgrant for therapeutic mental health services (Item 30). Public Comments & Testimony - Short-Term Rental Ordinance (Item 31): Numerous speakers addressed the board: - Riley Krebs, a property owner, expressed full support for short-term rentals, arguing they are not a cause of affordable housing shortages and urged a fair licensing process. - Jackie Flores, president of the Greater Las Vegas Short-Term Rental Association, criticized the county’s licensing process, citing a Ninth Circuit judge’s remark that the process was “a sham” and that the county had made “even less progress than I would have thought.” She argued that resort hotel greed is driving tourists away and that short-term rentals provide economic opportunities. - Crystal Abbott, a Navy veteran, opposed the 1,000-foot spacing rule, asking what problem is solved by forcing responsible hosts out of business. - Shawnee Bernard supported short-term rental hosts as community stewards who protect neighborhoods. - Dwight Cal White, a homeowner, supported allowing short-term rentals, stating his licensed home in Las Vegas paid nearly $200,000 in lodging taxes. - Brandy Gao argued the 1,000-foot rule would cause a housing crash, noting Las Vegas home inventory at four-year highs and sales down 16.4% year-over-year. - Mike Hoffman opposed the ordinance, stating the 1,000-foot distance separation should remain to prevent flooding near the Strip. - Ash Romero criticized the four-year delay and advocated for a 600-foot rule instead of 1,000 feet. - Cheryl Woods expressed cautious optimism about the process changes. - Campaign Contributions (Agenda Items 6, 7, 19): A speaker detailed campaign contributions from companies on the consent agenda, totaling $135,000, and urged transparency. - Other Public Comments: - Margaret Ann Coleman spoke on allocation disputes and her inability to return to her home due to short-term rental issues. - Eric King advocated for tree planting near bus stops and comprehensive planning for BLM land sales. - Tim Ross, Ethan Lawrence, Venetia Kelly, and others spoke in favor of extending land leases for hangars at North Las Vegas Airport, highlighting youth aviation programs (Civil Air Patrol, EAA). - A speaker urged removal of prayer from the agenda. Discussion Items - Recognition of Poet Laureate (Item 1): Elle Hope was recognized as the new Clark County Poet Laureate for a two-year term. She presented a poem titled “Evergreen Hymns” and outlined plans for community poetry projects. - Short-Term Rental Ordinance Amendments (Item 31): Deputy District Attorney Jeff Rogan presented amendments to address the federal court injunction (December 2025). Key changes include: - Reopening the application process with rolling intake appointments (starting January 5, 2027) instead of a one-time lottery. - Imposing a 45-business-day deadline for the county to decide on applications (with exceptions for cluster reviews, applicant delays, and inspections). - Requiring applicants to respond within 14 days to requests for information, or face denial. - Shifting fee payment to after approval to avoid delays. - Reducing the appeal period from 30 to 14 days (via separate introduced ordinance). - The 1,000-foot distance separation rule remains unchanged due to state law and policy. Board discussion focused on applicant notification methods and clustering impacts. Commissioner Kirkpatrick emphasized the need for multiple contact methods. Director Keanu noted 242 licensed short-term rentals as of the meeting, with 47 applications pending. The board approved the ordinance (vote not specified but motion passed). - Airport Special Facility Revenue Bonds (Item 32): Public hearing on a resolution approving issuance of up to $50 million in bonds for a 5.24-acre aircraft storage hangar site at Harry Reid International Airport (three hangars, 75,000 sq ft). The bonds are without recourse to Clark County. The board approved the resolution. - Introduction of Ordinance – Appeal Period Reduction (Item 33): Introduced an ordinance to reduce the appeal period for business license decisions from 30 to 14 calendar days. A public hearing was set for November 17, 2026, at 10 AM. - Appointment of Justices of the Peace Pro Tempore (Item 35): Approved appointment of 66 individuals to serve as substitute justices of the peace from December 2, 2025, through December 31, 2026. Commissioner Gibson disclosed his relationship to nominee David S. Gibson Sr. and abstained from voting on that appointment only; the overall motion passed. Key Outcomes - Approved consent agenda (items 5–30) unanimously. - Approved short-term rental ordinance amendments (Item 31) to implement a new application process, effective in two weeks, with applications available December 1, 2026, and appointments starting December 15, 2026, and first processing on January 5, 2027. Director Keanu will provide quarterly updates to the board. - Approved resolution for up to $50 million in airport special facility revenue bonds (Item 32). - Introduced ordinance to reduce appeal period from 30 to 14 days (Item 33); public hearing set for November 17, 2026. - Approved appointment of 66 justices of the peace pro tempore (Item 35). - Deleted Item 36 (Clark County Redevelopment Agency Relocation Assistance Policy) from the agenda; no action taken. - Closed session held pursuant to NRS 241.015 for potential litigation and labor negotiations (Item 37).

The Clark County Planning Commission convened on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Commission Chambers. The meeting included routine approvals, several rezonings, plan amendments, and a highly contested indefinite hold for a major subdivision proposal in Overton. The commission emphasized resolving water and fire safety issues for rural projects and improving developer communication with residents. Consent Calendar - Items 4 through 16 were approved in a single motion. These included extensions of time (Item 4), tentative maps (Item 5), vacate and abandonments (Item 6), and the companion applications for Blue Gomer LLC (Items 7-11) and Blue Hual LLC (Items 12-16), which were forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners. Public Comments & Testimony - Overton Ranch (Items 32-35): Over a dozen residents from the Moapa Valley/Overton area testified in opposition to the proposed 82-lot subdivision. Key positions and facts presented include: - Water Supply: Garen Lee Fulmer and others stated that no water service application or water rights dedication was on file with the Moapa Valley Water District as of October 27, 2026, as required by the 2005 Water Dedication Ordinance. - Fire Safety: Testimony confirmed that no fire prevention review from the Moapa Valley Fire District was on file and that only one existing hydrant was identified on the development map. - Traffic Safety: Luke Whitney noted that nine lots would have direct driveway access onto Lewis Avenue, a designated arterial, creating safety hazards. Matthew Noto submitted that NDOT traffic counts on Moapa Valley Boulevard rose from 4,900 vehicles per day in 2018 to 6,000 in 2025 and that the applicant requested no traffic study. - Design Waivers: Multiple speakers, including Luke Whitney and Rebecca Muhlstein, criticized the proposals to eliminate all 16,400 square feet of required common open space and waive all sidewalks and streetlights, calling it unsafe for pedestrians. - Master Plan Consistency: Mark Jensen argued the proposed density (82 units on 9.19 acres) contradicted the Corridor Mixed-Use land use designation and would rob the community of future business vitality, referencing a Governor's Office of Economic Development study citing a shortage of supporting businesses. - Notification: Diane Lanasa demonstrated ongoing communication failures, noting a letter dated October 28 was postmarked October 29 and received November 2, the day before the meeting, with no mail delivery on a holiday. - Refuse Transfer Station (Item 26): - Lexa Green (representing Soil Tech) spoke in opposition to the use, describing it as too intense for the industrial area dominated by professional offices. She acknowledged productive discussions with the applicant and requested mitigations including a decorative CMU wall, traffic management, and litter control. - General Public Comment: None. Discussion Items - Overton Ranch (Items 32-35) – Indefinite Hold Request: - The applicant (Mark Mulhall for B.R. Cubed) requested an indefinite hold to resolve water and fire service issues, acknowledging the project's dependence on these approvals and promising future re-notification. - Commissioner Reutman expressed concern over the repeated holds, stating it creates a perception of gamesmanship and harms public trust, and suggested strong protections for neighbors. - Commissioner Kalarski voiced opposition to the indefinite nature of the hold, preferring a firm deadline to give neighbors certainty, but acknowledged the difficulty in predicting water rights resolution. - Commissioner Kirk warned residents that the property would be developed eventually and urged them to stay involved. He stated he could not support a design that eliminated all open space. - Commissioner Stone made a motion to grant an indefinite hold on the condition that: 1) A neighborhood meeting is held at least 30 days before the item returns to the commission; 2) All water and site plan issues are fully resolved; 3) This is the absolute final hold on the application. The motion carried. - R & S C Rentals (Items 17-21): - The applicant presented a 12-lot subdivision in Red Rock transitioning from RS-80 to RS-10. Commissioner Kalarski sought assurance that the minimum lot size (10,000 sq ft) would set a precedent for the area. The items were approved. - Car Wash (Items 22-25): - The applicant presented a plan for a vehicle wash in Enterprise. No public testimony was offered. The companion items were approved. - Refuse Transfer Station (Item 26): - The applicant (Western Elite) argued the site is ideal due to its industrial zoning, proximity to rail, and location on the south side of the valley to reduce truck miles. - The applicant agreed to several mitigations following neighbor input: a 10-foot decorative CMU wall on all four sides; capping truck trips at 10 per hour between 4 PM and 6 PM; and litter pickup a minimum of three days per week. The commission approved the Use Permit and associated waivers with these conditions. - Roohani Khusrow (Items 27-29): - The applicant requested waivers for lot 9 and 10 setbacks. Commissioner Mohica added conditions mandating Lots 9 and 10 be single-story and maintain a 20-foot side yard setback on their south and north portions respectively. Approved. - Morones Family Trust (Item 31): - Waivers for an existing single-family residence. The applicant's back neighbor provided a letter of consent. Commissioner Kalarski visited the site and motioned for approval with staff conditions and an extended 18-month timeline for compliance. Approved. Key Outcomes - Indefinite Hold Granted (Items 32-35): The Overton Ranch subdivision (82 lots on 9.19 acres) was placed on indefinite hold. Conditions were attached requiring a neighborhood meeting 30 days prior, full resolution of water and fire safety issues, and no further holds. - Use Permit Approved with Conditions (Item 26): The Western Elite refuse transfer station was approved with strict conditions including a 10-ft decorative CMU wall, afternoon traffic caps (10 vehicles per hour between 4 PM and 6 PM), and weekly litter patrols. - Consent Calendar Approved (Items 4-16): Routine items including zone changes, plan amendments, and tentative maps for residential developments were approved in one motion. - Subdivision Approved with Setback Conditions (Items 27-29): Approved with specific lot conditions (single-story, 20-foot side yard setback modifications). - Various Approvals (Items 17-21, 22-25, 30, 31, 36): Plan amendments, zone changes, a car wash use permit, a text amendment to allow banquet facilities in certain residential zones (RS-20, RS-40, RS-80) with a Special Use Permit, and other minor waivers were approved. - Forwarded to BCC: All items requiring final action (Items 7-25, 32-36) will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for final action on December 2, 2026.

Staff and commissioners reviewed the upcoming November 3, 2026 Planning Commission agenda during a briefing that began at 6:00 PM. No formal votes were taken; after hearing public comments, the chair said he would pull held-over items 32–35 and hear them in the regular meeting rather than automatically granting an indefinite hold. The briefing adjourned until 7:00 PM for the regular meeting. Staff Briefing on Agenda Items - Staff reviewed a first extension of time for waivers to reduce setbacks and separation for an accessory structure on a single-family property. An active code enforcement case exists, but the applicant removed a shed and cleaned part of the property; staff and the town board recommended approval, with two opposition letters received. - Staff reviewed a tentative map for one commercial lot, with staff and town board recommending approval. - Staff reviewed a vacation and abandonment of easements of interest and a portion of right-of-way, with staff and town board recommending approval; two support and two opposition letters were received. - For companion Red Rock overlay items 7–11, staff recommended approval of a plan amendment from Outlying Neighborhood (ON) to Ranch Estate Neighborhood (RN) on 5+ acres at one dwelling unit per acre, a zone change from RS-80 to RS-20, a vacation/abandonment, a one-foot retaining wall height increase waiver and design review, and a tentative map for 10 single-family lots on 5.3 acres. The Red Rock board did not meet due to a posting error, so the items were forwarded without a recommendation; opposition letters ranged from 11 to 13, with 2–3 support letters. - For similar companion items 12–16, staff recommended approval of an ON-to-RN plan amendment on 5.31 acres, an RS-80 to RS-20 zone change, a vacation/abandonment, a one-foot retaining wall height waiver, and a tentative map for 10 lots and common lots on 5.31 acres. The Red Rock board again did not meet; opposition ranged from 9 to 11 letters, with one support letter. - For companion items 17–21, staff recommended denial of the plan amendment from ON to Low Intensity Suburban Neighborhood, the RS-80 to RS-10 zone change, and the tentative map for 12 lots on 5.29 acres because the proposed density of up to two units per acre would be inconsistent with development patterns west of Walpei Way and would conflict with master plan policies preserving the open rural character of the Red Rock overlay and neighborhood preservation. Staff supported the vacation/abandonment, but not the wall-height waiver or design review; it could support the waiver for modified driveway geometrics. Opposition letters ranged from 16 to 19, with two support letters. - For vehicle wash companion items 22–25, staff supported the plan amendment from Mid-Intensity Suburban Neighborhood (MN) to Neighborhood Commercial on about two acres of a just-over-eight-acre site and the related RS-20 to CG zone change, but the town board recommended denial. Staff did not support the vacation/abandonment because the easements contained street lights and traffic control devices and full street improvements on Casis Avenue and Valley View Boulevard were not proposed, and did not support the use permit/design review because the site layout required waivers that could be reduced or eliminated through redesign. Opposition letters ranged from 10 to 16; one support letter was received for the zone change and use permit. - For item 26, a use permit for a refuse transfer station with waivers on 10 acres, staff and the town board recommended denial due to the high-intensity nature of the use and close proximity to nearby businesses; seven opposition letters were received. - For companion items 27–29, staff and the town board recommended approval of the vacation/abandonment, but recommended denial of waivers to increase retaining wall/fill height and reduce setbacks, and denial of the tentative map for 10 lots, because a redesign could avoid the waivers. Opposition letters numbered five and six. - For holdover item 30, a single-family home with an accessory dwelling unit built without a permit and an active code enforcement case, staff and the town board recommended denial because the construction preceded permits and the requests were self-imposed; 13 opposition letters were received. - For holdover item 31, waivers to reduce setbacks and building separations and increase hardscape for accessory living quarters constructed before permits, staff recommended denial and the town board recommended denial; three support and one opposition letter were received. - Staff reviewed item 36, a text amendment to allow banquet facilities in RS-80, RS-40, and RS-20 zones with a special use permit; one opposition letter was received and town board recommendations varied. - Staff noted that an upcoming ordinance will revise child care regulations in response to state licensing issues, and that no administrative items were on the briefing agenda. Public Comments & Testimony - Mark Jensen, 5409 North Moapa Valley Boulevard, Overton, spoke with more than 20 community members for the third time in two months about items 32–35, a proposed residential development in downtown Overton. He said the applications had numerous flaws and should not be approved in their current form. He recounted that the applicant told the Moapa Valley Town Advisory Board on August 26 that the applications were complete, but the board unanimously recommended denial; the applicant then requested holds on September 1 and September 15, and on October 28 requested a third indefinite hold for unspecified reasons. He argued that Title 30 and Nevada law allow no more than two holds without good cause, that residents had driven 60 miles each way three times, and that 938 residents had signed a petition opposing the project. He asked the commission not to approve the indefinite hold and to consider recommending denial. - Luke Whitney, 293 Pescado Grande Avenue, Overton, said the repeated postponements burdened rural residents and created uncertainty. He said residents had called planning offices repeatedly and were told a hold was up to the commission, leaving them to monitor agendas for another 120-mile round trip. He asked the commission to require the applicant to explain the repeated holds on the record and to hear the application and recommend denial rather than grant another postponement or indefinite hold. Commission Discussion - Commissioner Kalarski expressed reluctance to approve Red Rock overlay items without a town board recommendation. Staff explained that the Red Rock board did not meet because of a posting error; the items were scheduled to go to the town board on November 23 and to the Board of County Commissioners on December 2. Commissioner Mohica added that the error was a librarian's error, not the county's, and that the preferred approach was not to delay the project further. - Commissioner Stone asked staff to read the applicant's letter requesting an indefinite hold on items 32–35. The letter, from Bob Gronau of Camp Kanford Krull on behalf of C Bay C Bay LLC Series Overton Ranch, requested holds from the November 3 Planning Commission and December 2 Board of County Commissioners hearings without stating a justification. Staff said an indefinite hold would mean held to no date until the applicant requests scheduling, and renotification would be required. - Commissioners asked about the earliest possible rescheduling if the hold were granted; staff estimated it could be heard as soon as December 15, and not before the next two meetings. Commissioner Kalarski expressed concern about neighbor notification and renotification fees after 90 days. A commissioner suggested that the applicant should re-notify and meet with the public in Moapa before returning, stating that as a preference. Key Outcomes - No formal votes were taken during the briefing. - After public comments, the chair said he would pull items 32–35 and hear them in the normal course of the regular meeting rather than automatically granting the indefinite hold; Commissioner Stone suggested hearing those items first. - The briefing adjourned until 7:00 PM for the regular Planning Commission meeting.

This public fact-finding review was convened on October 28, 2026, by presiding officer Ozzie Fumo under Clark County Ordinance Chapter 2.12 after the Clark County District Attorney's Office made a preliminary determination that no criminal prosecution of the involved officers was appropriate. The proceeding was not a trial; its purpose was to present the essential facts surrounding the death of Quentin Baker, who was fatally shot on February 3, 2026, at the 8400 block of South Maryland Parkway in Las Vegas. Chief Deputy District Attorney Hillary Heap presented the review, Detective Brian Walter of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Force Investigation Team testified, and Josh Tomchuk served as ombudsman for the public and the Baker family. Proceedings Overview - Presiding officer Ozzie Fumo explained that the review was required by Clark County Ordinance Chapter 2.12 after the District Attorney's Office declined to prosecute. - The ordinance did not provide subpoena power and did not allow other parties to call witnesses; the ombudsman was permitted to ask questions of the witness. - The rules of evidence were not strictly enforced, and no formal determination regarding the manner or cause of death was to be rendered. - Members of the public could submit written questions; none were offered. Incident and Investigation Findings - The decedent, Quentin Baker, was 28 years old and a Las Vegas resident. The child victim, Kentray Baker, was 3 years old and was Quentin Baker's son. - If he had survived, Baker's applicable charges would have included murder with a deadly weapon, kidnapping with a deadly weapon, two counts of assault with a deadly weapon, domestic-violence-related assault with a deadly weapon, battery domestic violence, strangulation, child abuse, and battery with a deadly weapon against a first responder. - Autopsies conducted by Dr. Nathan Schaller on February 4, 2026, determined the cause of death for both Quentin Baker and Kentray Baker as multiple gunshot wounds; the manner of death was homicide. Quentin Baker's toxicology was positive for cannabis and ethanol. - Kentray Baker's gunshot wounds were described as an intermediate-range gunshot wound of the left buttocks with partial exit and a contact entrance gunshot wound of the head with exit. - Baker's firearm was a Glock 43X 9mm. Investigation revealed that seven rounds were fired from it, with one spent cartridge case jammed in the chamber and one live round remaining in the magazine. - Officer Damon O'Donnell, 26, hired in 2024, fired two rounds from a Springfield Prodigy 9mm. Officer Jonathan Lowe, 39, hired in 2019, fired three rounds from a Geissele MK4 .223 rifle. Lieutenant Peacock did not fire his weapon. All three had body-worn cameras activated. Timeline of Events - At 0119:23, RP called 911 and reported that Baker had slapped TIJ and was trying to take their son Kentray. At 0127:08, dispatch updated that Baker had shot TIJ's tire and left with Kentray. - Officers located Baker's unoccupied, running vehicle at the apartment complex entrance at 0131:53. Officers met and spoke with TIJ and RP at 0136:49. A spent cartridge case was located in the parking lot at 0139:26. - At 0152:07, Baker exited the apartment holding Kentray and walked toward officers. At 0153:09, Officer O'Donnell fired the first shot, followed closely by Officer Lowe. Baker also fired his weapon as he fell. - Officers approached to take Baker into custody at 0153:35; canine officer Camacho moved Kentray away at 0153:37 and carried him to the front of the complex at 0155:32 as an ambulance arrived. - Officers began life-saving measures on Baker at 0201:54. Clark County Fire Department arrived at 0210:2 and ceased medical aid for Baker at 0214:5. - Kentray arrived at UMC at 0221:52 and was pronounced deceased by Dr. Lewis at 0231. Victim Account and Threats - RP told investigators that she and Baker had been dating for seven years and had one child together. After Baker disclosed to TIJ that he was gay, an argument began. - According to RP, Baker slapped TIJ, pointed a gun at TIJ, punched RP in the head multiple times, and choked RP until she believed she was going to die. - Baker took Kentray, shot TIJ's vehicle tire, and later told RP that if police got involved he would kill Kentray and himself. He reportedly said, "If you don't tell them to call this shit off and if they try to come up these stairs I'm blowing Kentray's brains out and blowing mine out," and added that police would have to kill him. Officer and Witness Statements - Lieutenant Peacock stated he treated the incident as a hostage barricade, was concerned for Kentray's safety, and told the officer with the rifle to take the shot if he had it. After the shooting, he moved Baker's gun away and had Baker handcuffed. - Officer O'Donnell stated he saw Baker holding a handgun pointed at Kentray, gave verbal commands, and fired his second shot because Baker was still standing and still pointing the gun at Kentray after the first shot. He said he did not hear Lieutenant Peacock's "take the shot" command due to auditory exclusion. - Officer Lowe stated he aimed at Baker's right torso to avoid hitting Kentray and fired three shots because he feared for the safety of Kentray and his fellow officers. - Sergeant Allen stated he believed Baker also fired his weapon four or five times and that Officer O'Donnell may have thought Lieutenant Peacock's command was directed at him. - Detective Walter expressed the view that Baker "dictated the series of events" and that officers had no choice once Baker exited the apartment holding his son with a gun pointed at the child. He also acknowledged that firing at Baker created a potential risk to the child. Ombudsman Inquiry - Ombudsman Josh Tomchuk asked about the dynamic nature of the incident, dispatch codes, containment versus immediate action, why SWAT was not called, the air unit's recording, the source of the child's gunshot wounds, and whether officers' firing increased the risk to Kentray. - Detective Walter testified that body-worn camera evidence indicated Officer O'Donnell fired first, followed by Officer Lowe, and then Baker. He stated that Baker's repeated trigger pulls suggested voluntary discharges, though Baker could not be interviewed. - Detective Walter could not identify which weapon fired the bullets that struck Kentray, and the coroner did not attribute the child's wounds to a specific firearm. - Detective Walter confirmed that an air unit was overhead but that its recording did not capture the shooting because the camera was switching between normal and infrared modes at the time. No officer reported that helicopter noise impaired communication. - Detective Walter did not know why other armed witness officers present did not fire. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke or submitted written questions during the review. Key Outcomes - The review concluded without any formal determination regarding the manner or cause of death. - The Clark County District Attorney's Office's preliminary determination that no criminal prosecution of the officers was appropriate was the basis for the review; no contrary ruling was made. - The law enforcement investigation documents provided by the District Attorney's Office to the ombudsman and presiding officer were identified as public record. - A video recording of the entire proceeding was stated to be available on the Clark County website.

This public fact-finding review was held because the Clark County District Attorney's Office made a preliminary determination that no criminal prosecution of the officers involved in the death of Sebastian Gomez is appropriate. Clark County Ordinance Chapter 2.12 requires a public review following such a determination. The hearing, held on October 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM in Las Vegas, Nevada, presented essential facts surrounding the death of Mr. Gomez on August 8, 2025. Chief Deputy District Attorney Sam Kern presented the case, and Jeff Banks served as the ombudsman for the public and the Gomez family. Discussion Items - Presentation by Detective David Brooks (North Las Vegas Police Department): Detective Brooks presented a PowerPoint summarizing the investigation. The incident began at 1:43 PM on August 8, 2025, when Maria Gomez called 911 reporting that her son Sebastian had punched her in the face and was armed with a knife. Officers Swanson, Castro, and Messias arrived and located Sebastian Gomez in the 3100 block of Emmons Avenue, holding a knife in each hand. Officers repeatedly commanded him to drop the knives in English and Spanish, but he refused and walked away. At 1:50 PM and 18 seconds, Officers Castro and Messias discharged their firearms, striking Gomez five times. Officers rendered aid, and he was transported to UMC Trauma, where he was pronounced deceased at 2:21 PM. The autopsy by Dr. Lisa Gavin ruled the death a homicide due to multiple gunshot wounds (two to the neck, one to the left shoulder, one to the abdomen, one to the right forearm). Toxicology was negative for alcohol or illicit drugs but positive for aripiprazole, an antipsychotic used for schizophrenia. Officer Messias fired six rounds; Officer Castro fired three rounds. Both officers stated they feared for their lives and the safety of others when Gomez lunged at them. The officers' body-worn camera and cell phone video were shown. Detective Brooks noted that Gomez had a prior arrest history including domestic battery and resisting with a deadly weapon (knife). - Ombudsman Jeff Banks' Questioning of Detective Brooks: Banks asked about the consistency of gunshot wounds with officer descriptions, the ability to determine which officer fired which shots (ballistic report existed but details not recalled), the impact of bystanders on officer focus, the lack of specially trained crisis intervention officers on scene (though crisis negotiation was requested), the availability of less-lethal options (taser was present but deemed ineffective due to distance and sunlight; baton and OC not used; less-lethal beanbag not available), the possibility of shooting to wound (detective explained officers are trained to shoot center mass to stop the threat, not to wound), and why officers did not wait for backup (Gomez began advancing toward them). Banks also asked about communication of Gomez's psychiatric history to the officers—Detective Brooks confirmed it was not relayed before the shooting. Banks noted the family's questions and that no department contact was maintained with the family after initial investigation. Regarding first aid, it was rendered immediately after the shooting. Public Comments & Testimony - Written Question from Audience: A question submitted from the public asked why the video shown was edited and not in full, noting the video released to the media was different. Detective Brooks responded that the video of medical aid being rendered was omitted out of respect for the family. The ombudsman requested a follow-up but then declined. No other public comments were made. Key Outcomes - The fact-finding review concluded with the presentation of evidence and questioning. The Clark County District Attorney's preliminary determination that no criminal prosecution of the officers is appropriate was upheld, as the hearing served to inform the public, not to render a new decision. No vote or further action was taken. The complete video of the proceeding is available on the Clark County website.

The board convened on October 22, 2026, to approve routine items and discuss a personnel matter. The meeting included roll call, approval of prior meeting minutes, approval of the consent agenda, and consideration of a probationary extension for an employee. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the regular meeting of September 24, 2026, were approved by motion and second, with the motion carrying. - Consent Agenda: The board approved 10 civil service lists: 5 open competitive positions (police recruit, corrections recruit, cadet, forensic lab aid, crime analyst) and 5 promotional positions (accounting specialist for payroll, accounting specialist for accounting section, community outreach coordinator, senior crime scene analyst, corrections captain). Discussion noted that the corrections recruit list historically has low numbers; only one person applied, consistent with past years (e.g., 2 in 2020, 5 in 2023, 1 last year). Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public offered comments during either public comment period. Discussion Items - Probationary Period Extension for Mr. Vanderpool: The board considered a request to extend the probation of an employee promoted on March 8, 2025. His probation ended March 8, 2026, but he received scores of 14/30 and 15/30 (both “does not meet”) in his first two evaluations. He was extended six months (September 8 to December 8, 2026) but continued to struggle despite a performance improvement plan, coaching, and training. He requested and was approved to reduce to his prior role (police dispatcher professional), effective November 7, 2026. The extension was requested to ensure a smooth transition. A board member noted he had no performance issues in his previous role, attributing the problems to a lack of supervisory skills. Key Outcomes - The board approved the minutes of September 24, 2026. - The board approved the consent agenda, including all 10 civil service lists. - The board granted a second extension of Mr. Vanderpool’s probationary period. All motions carried without dissent.

The Clark County Redevelopment Agency met on October 21, 2026, to consider adoption of a new Relocation Assistance Policy and receive a feasibility study on the potential rehabilitation or demolition of properties at 900 Liberace Avenue. The board extensively debated the relocation policy and ultimately voted to hold the item to a future meeting, while directing staff to begin work on a specific relocation plan for New Orleans Square in the interim. No action was taken on the feasibility study. Public Comments & Testimony - During the second public comment period, Monica Gresser, owner and architect at Brazen Architecture located at 900 Liberace Avenue, spoke in favor of renovating the building rather than demolishing it, noting its character and history. She acknowledged the increased budget estimate but urged the board to continue considering renovation. Discussion Items - Relocation Assistance Policy (Item 3): The board reviewed a proposed 69-page policy restating federal and state relocation laws. Commissioners raised concerns about not having enough time to review the document, questions about definitions of displacement, and what portions of the policy go beyond existing legal requirements. Commissioner Kirkpatrick expressed frustration with the pace and requested that the policy be held to the November 3rd Board of County Commissioners meeting to allow for proper review. Several commissioners also urged simultaneous development of a specific relocation grant program for New Orleans Square, which had been under discussion since July. Staff noted that while the policy largely mirrors existing law, some details—such as the need for a dedicated relocation coordinator—may require additional staffing or contracts. - Feasibility Study – 900 Liberace Avenue (Item 4): Shauna Bradley, Director of Rural Property Management, presented updated cost estimates: full demolition at $3.8 million, a tier‑one code-required renovation at $21.4 million (to bring the buildings to code‑compliant status), and a tier‑two leasable‑space renovation at $25.3 million. The presentation noted additional deficiencies discovered, including path of travel, building envelope, and electrical system issues. Commissioner asked for a future list of all consultant spending by the redevelopment agency. Key Outcomes - Item 3 (Relocation Policy): The board voted to hold the item until the November 3, 2026 BCC meeting, giving commissioners time to review the 69‑page document. Simultaneously, the board directed staff to begin developing a specific relocation grant program for the New Orleans Square commercial center, with the expectation that a program should be ready for adoption by the end of the year. Chair Knap noted the importance of moving forward after months of discussion. - Item 4 (Feasibility Study): The board received and noted the report; no further action was taken. Discussions indicated that additional pro forma and leasing feasibility analysis would be presented at a future meeting.

The Clark County Board of Commissioners, sitting jointly with the Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection Districts, Water Reclamation District, University Medical Center Board, and Liquor and Gaming Licensing Board, convened on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The meeting featured recognitions for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the introduction of a highly debated short-term rental ordinance, approval of major bond resolutions, a report on Clark County School District performance, and two robust public comment periods covering topics from campaign finance to airport safety. Recognition & Proclamations - The Board honored numerous breast cancer survivors and advocates for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, including Stephani Getz, Michelle Marie Miller, Dr. Avis Brown Riley, Tammy Moel, Dr. Joshua Goldman, Crystal Galindo, Ashley Van Son, and the Las Vegas Breast Cancer Warriors organization. - A proclamation was presented to Dr. Victoria Farley in recognition of National Latino Physicians Day, joined by UNLV Future Latinos in Medicine students. - Clark County Value Champions Michelle O’Tarrow (Coroner’s Office) and a representative from the Public Guardian’s Office were recognized for their dedication to public service. Public Comments & Testimony (First Session — Agenda Items) - Laura McSwain (Water Fairness Coalition) addressed Item 28 (Septic Conversion Program), questioning the expenditure of public funds for private property improvements, the lack of metrics on water actually recovered, and the failure to exclude properties with private wells from the program. She requested stricter eligibility rules and transparency on the $20,000 septic waiver fee. - Ed Ulin sharply criticized Item 53 (Business Impact Statement for short-term rentals), calling it a “phony” process that failed to meaningfully engage affected parties, arguing the 1,000-foot proximity rule is intended to eliminate the STR industry. - Eric King advocated on several agenda items for planting trees at traffic signal projects, improving stormwater management to capture runoff rather than channeling it directly to Lake Mead, and enhancing ethics oversight. - Shoshana disclosed campaign contributions totaling $56,165.29 from Gary Ackerman, Gaudin Motor Company, and related entities to multiple commissioners in connection with Item 12 (Ford Captive Parts bid). She called for greater transparency in the bidding process. - Liz Diaz expressed support for short-term rentals, arguing they are a convenient scapegoat but not the primary driver of rising housing costs in Southern Nevada. - Jackie Flores (Greater Las Vegas Short-Term Rental Association) acknowledged improvements in the proposed ordinance (elimination of the lottery system, removal of the violation history bar) but strongly opposed reclassifying STRs as a conditional commercial use, arguing it mischaracterizes residential property use and invites further litigation. She cited a court ruling that Clark County has interfered with protected property interests. - A resident from the Ann and Durango area opposed land sales planned in Item 25 and city annexation policies, warning they undermine rural zoning protections and the county’s semi-rural lifestyle. Consent Calendar - The Board approved the minutes of the September 15, 2026, meeting. - The agenda was approved with a correction to Item 28’s staff report (changing “Southern Nevada Water Authority” to “Las Vegas Valley Water District”). - All 37 consent agenda items (Items 7–43) were approved in a single motion. These included contracts for election services, crossing guards, traffic signals, the supplemental animal shelter, mutual aid agreements, the Phase 2 septic system conversion pilot program, UMC clinical engineering services, opioid settlement participation, and various public works and land use approvals. Introduction of Ordinances & Business Impact Statement - Item 45 (STR Ordinance): An ordinance was introduced to amend Clark County Code regarding short-term rental regulations, including reclassifying STRs as a conditional commercial use in specific zoning districts. A public hearing was set for Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM. - Item 53 (Business Impact Statement): Mike Harwell (Business License) presented the BIS for the STR ordinance. Staff stated it was sent to over 1,000 licensees and applicants, yielding 13 written comments. Based on feedback, an amendment was made allowing applications to be processed in any order unless a proximity conflict exists. The Board approved the statement. Business Items & Reports - Emerging Issues: Commissioner Gibson announced Las Vegas ranked 1 for hosting the largest trade shows in the U.S. (32 of the Gold 100 shows). Commissioner Jones announced the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGA) had been renamed the Las Vegas Regional Economic Partnership (LV REP). - Appointments: Demecina Gray (Member At Large), Alexia Chen (Architect, second term), and Kenneth Ruffin (Member At Large, second term) were appointed to the Art Committee. Eric Jeng (Chair) and Monica Gresser (Vice Chair) were appointed to the Community Development Advisory Committee. Ryan Dennett (Attorney) and four lay members (Donald Bordelove, Troy Hildreth, Amy Lahav, Mary Wagner) were appointed to the Air Pollution Control Hearing Board. The County Manager’s execution of a First Amendment to the interlocal agreement with the City of Las Vegas on corporate boundaries was ratified. - Bond Actions (Items 54 & 55): The Board approved resolutions to (1) refinance up to $217,035,000 in General Obligation Bond Bank Refunding Bonds, and (2) issue up to $222,525,000 in general obligations for building and park projects. Both require further action by the Debt Management Commission. - Clark County School District Report (Item 56): Trustee Lisa Satory delivered a quarterly update. Key data: Declining enrollment (kindergarten/first grade hardest hit) is projected to reduce state funding by $100 million. Safety metrics improved: weapons on campus (-29%), fighting (-17%), suspensions (-5%), chronic absenteeism (26.9%, down from 28.2%). Restorative practices usage increased 53.8%. The Facilities Master Plan gathered 90,000+ feedback pieces from 6,102 participants, representing every CCSD school. The district received an overall Level 2 (pilot) rating on the new Nevada District Performance Framework, but a Level 1 rating for the distribution of qualified educators in Title I schools. Commissioners Gibson and Segerblum discussed the COSA program, teacher incentives for Title I schools, and potential school closures. Trustee Satory confirmed the district is not pursuing a new Flock camera MOU. Public Hearing (Item 44) - A public hearing was held for the proposed issuance of $45,770,000 in general obligation (limited tax) hospital improvement bonds for UMC. No members of the public testified on the bond issuance itself. Eric King was ruled out of order when attempting to speak on broader UMC access issues not directly related to the bond. Public Comments & Testimony (Second Session — General Public) - Eric King advocated for slowing stormwater runoff to recharge aquifers and support tree growth rather than rapidly channeling it to Lake Mead. - Shoshana urged the Board to eliminate the invocation from meeting agendas, citing a $20,000 settlement involving religious sermons in the Las Vegas City Jail as a cautionary example of government entanglement with religion. - Mark Altschuler requested the Board’s assistance in reforming NRS 278.02095, arguing that the mobile home age restriction (banning homes over six years old) constitutes economic discrimination and deprives the county of property tax revenue. - Tim Ross raised safety concerns regarding the North Las Vegas Airport expansion, citing an October 18 aborted takeoff incident (Falcon 50 overrunning a fence) and arguing that larger aircraft pose greater risks to surrounding residential and commercial areas. - Randy Gow (realtor) urged the Board to reconsider the 1,000-foot proximity rule in the STR ordinance, warning it could force a flood of sales and crash the housing market. - Ed Ulin reiterated his criticism that the Business Impact Statement process is being weaponized to destroy the short-term rental industry, which he claims injects hundreds of millions of dollars directly into the local economy. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved with a staff report correction. - Short-term rental ordinance introduced; public hearing scheduled for November 3, 2026. - Business Impact Statement for STR ordinance approved. - $217M refunding and $222.5M new financing bond resolutions approved. - Multiple board appointments finalized. - CCSD quarterly report received; direction given on COSA program, Title I equity, and health services coordination. - Meeting recessed until Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM for scheduled zoning matters.