Public Meetings - Clark County, Nevada

The Board convened at 8:00 AM to hear appeals on property valuations. The meeting included decisions on notices of appearance for seven cases, approval of assessor recommendations for three escaping taxation cases, and a contested hearing on the valuation of the Tuscan Highlands apartment complex (Case 65). Consent Calendar - The Board approved the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and sworn in petitioners and assessor staff. Notice of Appearance – Denied Jurisdiction - For cases 931, 932, 933, 934, 935, 936, and 917, the assessor's office reported that the agent (Mercy Galindo) failed to provide proper written authorization within 48 hours after the appeal deadline. The Board voted unanimously to deny jurisdiction on all seven cases based on untimely filing. Escaping Taxation – Added to Roll - Case 741 (Sataray Properties Group LLC): Improvements on a duplex at 2127 Ellis Street, North Las Vegas, had not been on the tax roll since 2022/2023. The Board approved adding improvements for fiscal years 2022-2023 through 2025-2026 with a 15% functional obsolescence adjustment, totaling taxable values from $384,461 to $453,551. - Case 598 (KW-HS Lot Option Pool 01 LLC): A 12.59-acre vacant land parcel near I-11 and Sky Canyon was erroneously valued at zero as common element. The Board approved adding a taxable value of $5,791,400 ($460,000 per acre) for both fiscal years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026. - Case 1136 (Puppy Playhouse Craig Holdings LLC) was postponed due to inability to contact the owner. Discussion Items - Case 65 – Veneto Tuscan LLC (Tuscan Highlands Apartments): Petitioner James Susa argued that the assessor's valuation of $73 million (approximately $242,000 per unit) was too high because the property was in receivership and faced market challenges. The petitioner's property manager testified that the property's net operating income (NOI) would be between $2.5–$3 million, far below the assessor's estimate of $4.3 million. The assessor's office provided an income approach using market vacancy of 11% and a 5.5% cap rate, supported by comparable sales. After discussion, the Board voted to maintain the assessor's recommended taxable value. Key Outcomes - Denied jurisdiction on cases 931–936 and 917 (all due to lack of proper agent authorization). - Approved escaping taxation for case 741 (Sataray Properties) for four fiscal years and for case 598 (KW-HS Lot Option Pool) for two fiscal years. - Upheld assessor's value for Case 65 (Veneto Tuscan LLC / Tuscan Highlands). - Accepted assessor’s recommendations on all remaining cases (stipulated, withdrawn, or where petitioners did not appear) with the exception of case 1136. - The next hearing is scheduled for February 11, 2026, with 64 cases.

The Clark County Board of Commissioners met on February 5, 2026, at 7:45 PM to consider routine agenda items, including approval of prior meeting minutes, a resolution authorizing general obligation bonds for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, and the reappointment of chair and vice chair. No public comments were heard. All items passed unanimously. Consent Calendar - No consent calendar was designated; each item was voted on separately. Public Comments & Testimony - The board opened the public comment period twice (once before item one and again before adjournment). No members of the public spoke, either in person or by phone. Discussion Items - Item 1 – Approval of Agenda: Approved unanimously by voice vote after a motion by Commissioner Naft and a second by Councilman Stewart. - Item 2 – Approval of Minutes (December 4, 2025): Commissioner Naft moved approval, seconded by Councilman Stewart. Councilwoman Kelly abstained because she had not yet been sworn in at the prior meeting; however, her vote did not affect the unanimous outcome. The minutes were approved. - Item 3 – Resolution on General Obligation Bonds for Southern Nevada Water Authority: County Counsel Anna Danchuk presented the resolution, noting it was the third time the board had seen the proposal. The bonds are for refunding purposes issued by the county, with proceeds passed to the Water Authority, which repays the county. Estimated savings are conservatively $5.4 million (3% of principal), with current market conditions potentially yielding $9 million (5%). The bond sale is planned for July 2026, closing in August, with no impact on the tax rate. A commissioner asked whether issuance costs were included (yes). The board requested notification when the bonds go to market. The resolution was approved on a motion by Councilman Churchill, seconded by Commissioner Naft, and carried unanimously. - Item 4 – Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair: Commissioner Naft moved to reappoint Commissioner Kirkpatrick as chair and Councilman Ann Stewart as vice chair. The motion was seconded by Dan Shaw. No other nominations were made, and the motion carried unanimously. Key Outcomes - Agenda – Approved unanimously. - Minutes (Dec. 4, 2025) – Approved unanimously with Kelly abstaining. - Bond Resolution – Approved; staff directed to notify the board when bonds go to market. - Leadership – Commissioner Kirkpatrick reappointed as chair, Councilman Ann Stewart reappointed as vice chair. - Public Comment – No speakers; meeting adjourned after the second public comment period.

The Clark County Board of Equalization convened on February 5, 2026, at 8:00 AM at the Clark County Government Center. The board heard two property tax appeals, approved prior meeting minutes, and accepted a slate of Assessor-recommended valuation adjustments. All votes were unanimous unless noted. Consent Calendar - Agenda adoption: Approved unanimously. - Approval of minutes: Minutes from the February 10, 2025 and February 13, 2025 Board of Equalization meetings were approved unanimously. - Assessor Recommendations (Attachment 1): The board approved the Assessor’s recommended valuation adjustments for 27 parcels (listed on pages 5–7 of the agenda). The adjustments were based on findings that the previous valuations exceeded full cash value or were income-based, with reductions ranging from roughly $10,000 to $300,000. Specific examples include: - Parcel 001-08-311-002 (McGuirk): land reduced from $153,125 to $109,375. - Parcel 137-14-420-022 (Johnson): improvements reduced from $126,454 to $114,800. - Parcel 160-14-316-034 (Jaret): improvements reduced from $546,638 to $479,500. - Parcel 186-08-310-027 (BC Hwy Properties): improvements reduced from $166,521 to $109,138 (income-based reason). Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made at the beginning or end of the meeting. Discussion Items - Case 496 – Wilson/Billy & Sherry (FY 2026‑2027): The petitioner (represented by Robert Apat) argued that the property’s taxable value of $1,413,839 exceeded its full cash value of approximately $1,289,620 based on a cost approach and sales comparison analysis. The Assessor’s Office, represented by Rachel Papazian, presented an equity grid and comparable sales analysis showing the value was in line with similar homes and below the median sale price of $1,663,000. The board noted the property was purchased in December 2025 for $1.7 million, which could reflect special demand. After deliberation, the board found the equity argument unsupported and accepted the Assessor’s recommendation (no change). - Case 211 – Hernandez Michelle (FY 2026‑2027): Petitioner Michelle Hernandez appealed the $583,998 valuation of her 2023‑built home in a neighborhood where most homes are 40‑70 years old. The Assessor’s comparable sales included homes from widely varying years (1975 to 2003). The board noted a lack of truly comparable new construction in the immediate area and that the property had been on the market for over a year before selling for $595,000. Chairman Dugan argued the property had economic obsolescence due to its location. After discussion, the board reduced the total taxable value to $525,000, citing the property’s superiority over a $500,000 sale on the same street but inferiority to newer homes in better areas. Key Outcomes - Case 496 (Wilson): Motion to accept the Assessor’s recommendation (no change to taxable value of $1,413,839) passed unanimously (5-0). The petitioner was informed of the right to appeal to the State Board. - Case 211 (Hernandez): Motion to reduce the total taxable value from $583,998 to $525,000 passed unanimously (5-0). The reduction was based on full cash value considering the property’s condition and location. - Remaining cases: The board accepted the Assessor’s recommendations for all other cases on the agenda (withdrawn, stipulated, or no-show petitioners) in a single unanimous motion (5-0). These included approximately 364 pending cases across subsequent hearing dates. - Assessor Recommendations: The board approved the 27 stipulated adjustments without objection.

The Clark County Board of County Commissioners held a zoning meeting on February 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM in the Commission Chambers. The meeting covered routine consent items, non-routine public hearings, and introductions of ordinances. Several items were held, withdrawn, or subject to conditions. Consent Calendar - Items 4 through 20 were approved together in one motion. Included were design reviews, use permit extensions, plan amendments, zone changes, sign design reviews, and development agreements. Item 11 (VS-25-0796) and item 12 (WS-25-0797) had an added public works condition: "applicant to vacate post road between Lindell Road and Mohawk Street." Items 4 (DR-25-0849), 22 (UC-25-0870), 30 (WS-25-0461), and 34 (WS-25-0843) were held or withdrawn prior to the consent vote. Public Comments & Testimony - Items 37-40 (Russell Road warehouse): Two residents spoke in opposition. Stephanie Reiner (5330 West Quail Avenue) objected to the rezoning from Neighborhood Commercial to Business Employment, citing a 35-foot wall behind her home and disruption to the neighborhood. Bruce Cowan (5840 Mohawk) opposed the plan, noting the county staff recommendation of denial, a 5-0 unanimous opposition from the town board, and violation of master plan policies. Both urged denial. - Final Public Comment: Al Rojas addressed the board on homelessness issues, recommending enclosed dumpsters for new developments, enforcement against open dumpsters, and arrest of ordinance violators. He referenced a recent town hall meeting. Discussion Items - Item 21 (Sign Design Review, Maryland Parkway): Applicant Tony Sliss presented a 35-foot pylon sign for a Buffalo Wild Wings to-go restaurant. He withdrew two sub-items (2C and 2D) because the sign exceeded the 100-foot distance from residential uses and agreed to a 25% illumination reduction. Commissioner Gibson praised the project and moved approval subject to Paradise Town Board conditions. Motion carried. - Items 23-25 (Vacation, Amended Use Permits, Stables, Enterprise): Applicant Adrian Plata requested a vacate (23) and amended use permits (24, 25) for two lots to increase horse capacity and waive parking and throat depth standards. Commissioner Jones expressed concerns about parking (required 6, provided 4) and throat depth, and moved to hold all three items to February 18, 2026. Motion carried. - Items 26-27 (Vacation, Waivers, Lone Mountain): Applicant Jesse Patchett presented a two-residence project. He withdrew sub-items 1B (side yard setback for south lot) and 4 (street landscaping waiver). Commissioner Becker moved approval, and motion carried. - Item 28 (Waiver of Conditions, Temporary Parking Lot): Tony Sliss requested removal of a 3-year review condition for a 492-space parking lot with outdoor storage. He noted $2.8 million in improvements and pending tree-in-lieu fee ($55,000-$60,000). Commissioner Becker moved approval with a condition that the site be used for operable vehicles only (max 492) and that trailers be allowed. Motion carried. - Item 29 (Waiver of Conditions, Clubhouse CO): Lexa Green requested a waiver to allow certificates of occupancy for the first 15 units of Phase 2 before the clubhouse CO. The clubhouse was expected to be done by April/May while units were completed in March-May. Commissioner Jones moved approval. Motion carried. - Item 31 (Waivers, Single-Family Home, Lone Mountain): Susan Florian presented a proposed home with waivers for landscaping, setback, fill height, and retaining walls. She withdrew the building height waiver (reduced to 35 feet). Public Works added a condition limiting retaining wall height based on drainage study. Commissioner Becker moved approval with conditions. Motion carried. - Item 32 (Waivers, Tavern, Red Rock): Oleen presented a two-story tavern with rooftop deck on 5.04 acres. He withdrew the attached sidewalk waiver. Commissioner Jones moved approval. Motion carried. - Item 33 (Waivers, Minor Subdivision, Moapa Valley): Amy Hughes requested a five-foot setback waiver (3 inches over) and waiver of full off-site improvements on dirt roads. Commissioner Kirkpatrick moved approval, noting the rural nature and that off-sites were waived despite typical partial paving. Motion carried. - Items 35-36 (Front Setback Waivers, Single-Family Models): Tony Sliss requested a waiver for front yard setbacks on two Pulti homes projects (12.45 and 14.39 acres) due to options (casita, RV) that could exceed 50% house width. Commissioner Becker moved approval with a condition that the waiver applies to a maximum of 50% of lots on each site. Motion carried. - Items 37-40 (Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Vacation, Waivers, Warehouse, Spring Valley): Bob Gronauer presented a warehouse/distribution center (initially 76,000 sq ft, reduced to 70,000 sq ft) on 4.61 acres. Site plan changes addressed public works concerns about circulation and queuing. Applicant agreed to conditions: 30 trees along west elevation (minimum 10-foot at planting), eight-foot wall with double row of trees, metal canopies on west elevation windows, architectural detailing (recesses, varied colors, windows for light), and four-sided architecture. Commissioner Becker moved approval. Motion carried. - Item 41 (Reconsideration, Cannabis Retail Store): Michael Cristali explained the application was for a retail store, not a dispensary, to correct a previous misunderstanding. Commissioner Sagerblum noted that state law merged medical and recreational licenses. Motion approved. Key Outcomes - Items 4-20: Approved as consent agenda with one added condition. - Items 23-25: Held to February 18, 2026. - Items 26-27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 35-36, 37-40, 41: Approved with conditions as noted. - Item 42 (Title 30 Cannabis Licensing): The board directed staff to amend Title 30 to eliminate the medical cannabis dispensary category and remove outdated findings. - Ordinances 43-45: Introduced; public hearings set for February 18, 2026. - Agenda modifications: Item 4 (DR-25-0849) held to March 4, 2026; items 22 (UC-25-0870) and 30 (WS-25-0461) held to February 18, 2026; item 34 (WS-25-0843) withdrawn.

Note: The agenda and minutes indicate the meeting took place on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 7:04 p.m. However, the provided timestamp states 2026-02-04 15:00:00+00:00. This summary uses the timestamp date per instructions, with the discrepancy acknowledged. The Clark County Planning Commission met on February 4, 2026 (based on provided data) to consider 41 agenda items, including routine approvals, public hearings on land use applications, and an ordinance review. The meeting was chaired by Edward Frasier III. All commissioners were present. The meeting adjourned at 10:55 p.m. Consent Calendar - Items 4–26 (routine action): Approved in one motion with staff conditions, except for items pulled for separate discussion (see below). Items 18–26 were forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) for final action on March 4, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., unless appealed. - Items 4, 11, 12, 18–21, 22–26: Heard separately as requested by commissioners or the public. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 4 (A & J Rentals, extension for fence/structures): One speaker (Russell Valentine, 745 N. Hog Street) opposed, citing a graffiti-covered container and lack of long-term plans. The applicant requested a second extension, stating permits and violations were addressed. - Items 11 & 12 (BFH Vegas I, vacate and gas station): Two speakers opposed (Laura Eisenberg, Dr. DiAdre Locato) citing air pollution, crime, and traffic impacts on the residential community. One speaker (Tim Fichter) supported, noting added landscaping and block walls to mitigate issues. - Items 18–21 (Isabelle Investments, shopping center): One speaker (Mark McIntyre, 3408 Wilmont Street) supported redevelopment but raised concerns about lack of infrastructure, traffic, and potential nightclub use. He suggested orienting the project toward Frontier Street. - Items 32–35 (Banyai, 8 single-family homes): Five speakers opposed (Barry Katz, Francis Schwartz, Margaret Rodriguez, Julie Katz, Patricia McLean) citing traffic, density, loss of rural character, and lack of notification. Four speakers supported (Luz Almanza, Sandra Flores, Raleigh Bautista, one other) arguing the project would improve safety and property values. - Items 36–40 (Mai Huan Quan & Zhong Qing, senior housing): Four speakers opposed (Mark Holman, Johnny Messer, Jim Henning, Renee Pineda) citing incompatibility with the surrounding single-family neighborhood, traffic, fire access, and privacy concerns. One speaker (Wayne Brown) supported, noting the current vacant lot is a nuisance (homeless, trash). - General public comments: None at the start or end of the meeting. Discussion Items - Item 4 – Waiver of Development Standards Second Extension: Commissioners questioned the applicant about long-term plans. Commissioner Kilarski noted the property had been under development since 2020. The applicant stated a tentative map, zone change, and waivers were scheduled for February 26th. Approved with a 6-month completion condition. - Items 11 & 12 – Vacate and Gas Station: The applicant (Jennifer Lazovich) presented conditions from town board: painting walls, new block wall, landscaping (8 Chir Pine, 7 Texas Mountain Laurel), four “No Overnight Parking” signs, and replacement of parking lot lights. Commissioners discussed traffic (site fronts Tropicana Avenue, an arterial), crime (vacant property breeds blight), and need for NDOT curb-cut approval. Approved unanimously. - Items 18–21 – Shopping Center (Isabelle Investments): The applicant (Sheldon Collin) described a 51,000 sq ft retail/restaurant project with internal storefronts and a two-story parking structure. Commissioner Kirk noted the project lacks a guaranteed curb cut from NDOT. Commissioner Gibson praised the design. Approved forwarded to BCC. - Item 27 – Outdoor Storage (McGill Kimberly): The applicant (Ben Super) sought to keep a 500 sq ft yard for a mattress company. The business owner (Hector Munoz) said the yard is used for a dumpster and delivery truck. Commissioners requested a 1-year review period due to past cleanliness issues. Approved with review. - Items 28–30 – Residential Waivers: Item 28 (wall height) and item 29 (non-decorative fence) approved unanimously. Item 30 (balcony/observation deck) sparked debate; commissioner argued the observation deck would invade neighbor privacy. Motion to approve only the patio cover (no stairs/observation deck) passed after applicant initially sought both. - Items 32–35 – Banyai Subdivision: The applicant (Peter Banyai) presented a plan for 8 homes on 1.12 acres after reducing from 10. Commissioners discussed traffic on Apricot Lane (a narrow rural road) and the need for half-street improvements. Vice-Chair Mujica noted the applicant had worked with staff for 13 months. Approved 5-2 (Commissioners Gibson and Kilarski dissenting). - Items 36–40 – Senior Housing (Mai Huan Quan): The applicant (Bob Gronauer) detailed a 167-unit senior apartment complex (not assisted living) on 4.7 acres, reduced from 4 stories to 3 with pitched roofs (37.5 ft; elevator shafts 43.5 ft). The building is set back 83 feet from adjacent homes with double-row landscaping. Commissioners discussed fire access, traffic (right-in/right-out only), parking (167 spaces, but only 58% of residents own cars per applicant’s data), and privacy. Approved unanimously with conditions: senior housing only, 3-story max, height limits (39 ft for building, 45 ft for elevator shafts), and an advisory for large box trees. - Item 41 – Ordinance Review: Staff presented an ordinance to modify Title 30 fee schedule and regulations (accessory living quarters, multi-family in commercial districts, street landscaping, parking, affordable housing review procedures, etc.). Commissioner Kilarski noted a concern about attached sidewalks (related to item 35). No vote; item scheduled for BCC on February 18, 2026. Key Outcomes - Item 4: Approved (7-0) with 6-month completion condition. - Items 11 & 12: Approved (7-0) with additional conditions. - Items 18–21: Approved, forwarded to BCC (7-0). - Item 27: Approved (7-0) with 1-year review. - Item 28: Approved (7-0). - Item 29: Approved (7-0). - Item 30: Approved (7-0) for patio cover only. - Items 32–35: Plan amendment approved (5-2); zone change, vacation, and waivers approved (5-2). Forwarded to BCC. - Items 36–40: Plan amendment, zone change, use permit (with conditions), vacation, and tentative map all approved (7-0). Items 36, 37, 39 forwarded to BCC; items 38 and 40 are final action unless appealed. - Item 41: Reviewed; no action taken; forwarded to BCC on February 18, 2026.

The Clark County Board of Commissioners met on February 3, 2026, at 9:05 AM in the Commission Chambers. The meeting included consent agenda approvals, introduction of an ordinance, a report on conditions of confinement at county jails, a discussion on amending the liquor code to relax structural barrier requirements, and public comments primarily focused on the need for designated large-scale public assembly spaces for peaceful protests. Consent Calendar - Items No. 4 through 23 were approved in one motion, with Item 5 (Task Order for Supplemental Animal Shelter) taken separately. - Item 5: Approved a task order with Tate Snyder Kimsey Architects for the design of a supplemental animal shelter in District F. Commissioner noted this is an important step to tackle overcrowding at the existing shelter. Introduction of Ordinances - Ordinance to amend Title 2 of the Clark County Code (Chapter 2.68.060) was introduced to allow the County Manager or designee to authorize additional compensation for a hearing officer. A public hearing was set for February 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Discussion Items - Item 25: Emerging Issues – No issues were raised from the board. - Item 26: Appointment to Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife – Aaron Leifheit was appointed to a three-year term (February 6, 2026 to February 5, 2028). - Item 27: Appointments to Family Services Citizens Advisory Committee – Angela Cook, Tammy Malich, Shannon Bilbray-Axelrod, and Madyson Weir were appointed for three-year terms ending January 2, 2029. - Item 28: Appointment to 9-1-1 Emergency Response Advisory Committee – Billy Samuels, Brian O'Neal, and Chris Wardlaw were appointed as members, and Imad Bachir as alternate, for four-year terms ending February 3, 2030. - Item 29: Resolution on Bond Refunding – Approved a resolution finding no increase in ad valorem tax is anticipated for the payment of the "Clark County, Nevada, General Obligation (Limited Tax) Bond Bank Refunding Bonds (Additionally Secured by SNWA Pledged Revenues), Series 2026" in the maximum principal amount of $177,140,000, and requesting the Debt Management Commission to convene to approve the finding. - Item 30: Report on Conditions of Confinement – Deputy Chief Nita Schmidt presented the biannual report covering July 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025. Key statistics: Over 50,000 bookings and releases in 2025, average daily population of 2,600 (a 10% decrease from the prior period), average length of stay of 20 days (a 3% increase). Total bookings decreased by 9%, releases by 10% compared to the prior year. There were six in-custody deaths reported (all male; two at hospital, four in detention; five pending medical examiner findings). No suicides occurred in 2025. Updates included: South Tower renovation (phases ongoing), addition of a medical housing unit, lobby renovation, and progress on the UMC hospital ward (8 rooms, capacity 10 inmates, expected to open within weeks). The SMART unit (Specialized Mental Health and Recovery Treatment) reported over 600 enrollments since June 2024, with over 70% of participants 100% medication compliant and 64% attending 100% of group programming. Commissioner Gibson clarified that medication is not forced. Commissioner McCurdy inquired about intake assessments and medical examiner report timelines. - Item 31: Amendment to Liquor Code (sitting as Liquor and Gaming Licensing Board) – Director of Business License presented a proposal to amend the Clark County Liquor Code to allow an alternative to the structural barrier requirement between minors and bar/lounge areas in restaurants and taverns. The alternative would be approved by the director via a security plan. This would align Clark County with other local jurisdictions that do not have such a barrier requirement. Commissioners directed staff to draft the code amendment and bring it back for a vote. - Item 32: Family and Juvenile Justice Services Policy and Fiscal Affairs Board – This item was deleted from the agenda. Public Comments & Testimony - Designated Assembly Spaces (Multiple Speakers): Over a dozen speakers (including Barbara Wolf, Kathy Blair, Barbie O'Quinn, Barbara Wells (President, League of Women Voters of Nevada), Beisha Torres Miranda, Karen Newcomer, Ashley Lovell, Joy Hoover, Zachary Blake, and others) urged the Board to address the lack of adequate, affordable public spaces for large peaceful political demonstrations. They described challenges: prohibitive costs (e.g., $20,000 for street closure), long advance booking for parks, lack of centralized civic plazas, and safety concerns from overcrowding on sidewalks. Speakers requested a future agenda item to identify designated assembly areas, review county-owned properties, and provide cost accommodations for constitutionally protected assemblies. Many noted their organizations (Indivisible Las Vegas, National Action Network, PLAN, etc.) have maintained peaceful, cooperative relationships with Metro. - Flock Camera Surveillance (Brandon Bunts, Izzy McLean): Two speakers opposed the deployment of Flock automated license plate reader cameras by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, arguing they constitute mass surveillance without adequate public oversight, due process, or transparency. They requested the Board stop deployment and establish strict policies and audits. - Water Safety (Laura Bautista): Raised concerns about a water pressure drop event in a Las Vegas Valley Water District zone on December 16, 2024, near a property later raided for biohazardous material. She alleged the district failed to follow standard safety protocols (e.g., issuing boil water notices) due to an overly narrow loss-of-pressure trigger (only zero PSI at the pump), and that models showed pressure dropped to 1.78 PSI. She requested public notification and testing improvements. - Jail Conditions (Ed Eulin): Questioned whether the jail conditions shown in the report accurately reflect all areas of the detention center, describing personal experience of a different environment. - Liquor Code (Ed Eulin): Suggested lowering the drinking age to 18 instead of amending barrier requirements. - Neighborhood Watch (Al Rojas): Supported law enforcement and the use of surveillance tools like Flock cameras, stating they aid safety and that illegally gathered evidence is not admissible in court. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved (items 4-23, with item 5 approved separately). - Ordinance introduced (hearing set for Feb 17, 2026 at 10 AM). - Appointments made for Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife, Family Services Citizens Advisory Committee, and 9-1-1 Emergency Response Advisory Committee. - Resolution for bond refunding ($177,140,000) approved. - Jail report received and acknowledged. - Liquor code amendment directed to staff for drafting and future action. - Item 32 deleted from the agenda. - The meeting was recessed to February 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM, followed by a closed session.

The Clark County Planning Commission held a briefing meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Commission Chambers. Chair Edward Frasier III presided. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM and adjourned at 6:44 PM. Commissioner Michael Roitman arrived at 6:05 PM. The briefing covered agenda items for the regular hearing later that evening, a discussion of upcoming ordinances, and no public comments. Consent Calendar (Routine Actions Discussed) - Staff presented routine items 1–26, including extensions of time, use permits, tentative maps, vacations of right-of-way, plan amendments, zone changes, waivers, and design reviews. Most had staff and town board recommendations. Notable items: - Item 4 (first extension of time, accessory structures, fence height): Commissioner Kilarski pulled this item for separate discussion. - Item 8 (temporary events, live entertainment, farmer's market in Summerlin): Applicant requested hold to March 3, 2026; staff reported 21 cards/1 letter in support, 16 cards/4 letters in protest. - Item 9 (kennel on Flamingo Road): Town board tied 2-2, no recommendation; 2 cards in protest. - Item 13 (vacation of Hawk Street): Town board recommended denial (concerns about removing north-south route); 5 cards in support. - Item 15 (drainage easement vacation in Searchlight): Public Works clarified easement will be privately maintained; staff recommended approval; 2 cards support, 2 cards protest. - Items 11/12 and 16–26: Various approvals/denials with card totals noted. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke during the public comment period. Discussion Items (Non-Routine Actions and Ordinance Update) - Non-Routine Items (27–40): - Item 27 (outdoor storage, waivers, design review on Kimberley Avenue): Staff recommended denial; revised plans reduced outdoor storage to one yard in southwest corner, but screening still inadequate per staff. Commissioner Kirk questioned whether screening requirements were met; staff stated they are not, and outdoor storage must be accessory to indoor use behind front face. Commissioner Kilarski noted the area was once industrial but now residential. - Item 28 (wall height waiver on Monte Cristo Way): Staff and town board recommended denial; 5 cards/1 letter support, 2 cards/1 letter protest. - Item 29 (6-foot non-decorative fence in front setback on Viking Road): Staff and town board recommended denial; 5 cards in protest. - Item 30 (balcony on patio cover, Lone Mountain): This item was held from January 6 meeting. Commissioner Gibson asked about two requested letters from neighbors; staff had not received them. If only the patio cover (without balcony stairs/deck) is approved, plans could be redlined. Vice-Chair Mujica noted the applicant was told to work with staff; no new letters in file. - Item 31 (height increase in Mount Charleston): Applicant requested hold to no date; town board had discussion only on January 29; 3 cards support, 7 cards/8 letters protest. - Items 32–35 (Smoke Ranch Road area – plan amendment, zone change, vacation, waivers): Staff recommended denial for plan amendment and zone change; approvals for vacation and some waivers. Protest letters: 9–11 cards and 2 letters. - Items 36–40 (Silverado Ranch area – plan amendment, zone change, use permit for senior housing, vacation, tentative map): Staff and town board recommended denial for plan amendment and zone change; staff recommended approval for vacation (town board recommended denial) and tentative map. Items 36,37,39 would go to BCC March 4; items 38,40 would be final actions at the regular PC meeting. - Ordinance Update: - Jennifer Ammerman, Deputy Director, presented an ordinance to be introduced February 4 and set for public hearing February 18. Key changes: - Increase sign notification fee from $200 to $300. - Waive H2 zone change fee indefinitely (previously two-year sunset). - Implement AB 241: allow multifamily in commercial districts as conditional use with mixed-use; standalone multifamily requires a use permit. - AB 396: remove lot size restrictions for accessory dwelling units but keep 4,000 sq ft minimum; special use permit for smaller lots. - Require 10-foot landscape strip along state highways (e.g., Boulder Highway). - Revise parking standards for warehouses to 5 spaces plus caretaker units. - Correct sidewalk requirement on frontage roads to detached. - Limit private street driveways to 24 ft width; no waiver for more than 6 units on short private streets. - Codify expedited review for affordable housing per AB 540. - Limit administrative extensions of time to first extension only; clarify time frame matching. - Limit off-site improvement extensions to two one-year extensions; director may allow one more. - Minor definition updates for inflatables, community facilities (cannabis), recreational vehicles. - No administrative items were discussed. Key Outcomes - No votes were taken; this was a briefing meeting. Commissioners received information to prepare for the regular hearing. - Item 4 was pulled by Commissioner Kilarski for separate hearing. - Item 8 was held to March 3, 2026 per applicant request. - Item 31 was held to no date per applicant request. - Staff recommendations and card tallies were noted for all items. - The ordinance update will be introduced at the Board of County Commissioners meeting on February 4, 2026, with a public hearing on February 18, 2026.

A regular meeting of the Civil Service Board for the Metropolitan Police Department was held on January 22, 2026. Board members present included Scott Davis, Charlotte Bible, Elgin Simpson (Chair), Greg Smith, and Cameron Daggett. Representatives from the department included Talisa Mike Morris, Captain Williams, and Counsel Jamie Frost. The meeting lasted from approximately 10:15 AM to 10:20 AM, covering routine approvals and adjournment. Consent Calendar - The board approved the minutes of the regular meeting held on December 18, 2025, via a motion by Mr. Smith, seconded by Miss Bible, with a unanimous vote. - The board approved the consent agenda consisting of seven eligibility lists: police recruit for December 2025, police recruit NTN for December 2025, and corrections recruit for December 2025. The lists are valid for 18 months and were updated to reflect an expiration date of July 22, 2027. Motion by Miss Bible, seconded by Mr. Daggart, carried unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made during the meeting, either regarding items on the agenda or other matters. Discussion Items - No discussion items were considered; the meeting proceeded directly through routine agenda items. Key Outcomes - The board unanimously approved the minutes of the December 18, 2025 meeting. - The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including the updated eligibility lists for police recruit, police recruit NTN, and corrections recruit, with a validity period through July 22, 2027. - The meeting adjourned without further business.

The Clark County Board of Commissioners, sitting in its zoning capacity, held a public meeting on January 21, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM in Commission Chambers at the Clark County Government Center. The agenda included a consent calendar of routine items, several non-routine public hearings, discussions on fee schedules, and a reconsideration request. Multiple items were held to future meetings, and most applications approved with additional conditions. Consent Calendar - Items 4–19: Routine action items were approved in a single motion. These included design reviews, extensions of time, zone changes, plan amendments, and development agreements. No separate public hearings were held, and no opposition was voiced. Public Comments & Testimony - General Public Comment: William Bradley (2700 Las Vegas Boulevard South) commended the county for notifying residents about the Resorts World development, expressed support for it, and raised concerns about HOA governance and enforcement, urging commissioner participation in an upcoming joint task force meeting. - On Individual Agenda Items: No members of the public spoke in opposition or support during the public hearings for non-routine items beyond the applicants’ representatives. Discussion Items - Item 21 – Extension of Time for Cannabis Consumption Lounge: Applicant requested a first extension of time for a use permit and waivers for a cannabis consumption lounge. Staff and town board recommended approval. Commissioner Sagerbloom noted the hearing was mandatory but without opposition and moved to approve. Approved. - Items 24 & 25 – Sign Design Review and Waiver of Conditions for Cannabis Retail: Bob Gronauer, representing the applicant, proposed adding seven 36-inch box African sumac trees along the southern property line, limiting chase lighting to off between 10:00 PM and 6:30 AM, and not illuminating the sign until trees are planted. Approved with those three conditions read into the record. - Items 27–32 – Nevada International Invest, Ltd. – Residential Development: Plan amendment from Entertainment Mixed-Use to Compact Neighborhood, zone change from CG to RS2, waivers, design review, and tentative map for 48 single-family lots on 5.03 acres. Applicant Tony Sless explained the project matches adjacent residential uses and that NDOT will construct the sound wall along I-15. Conditions added: low spreading plants/rocks in the five-foot landscape strip along Endsworth Street, and disclosure in sales agreements about the future Brightline train alignment and an existing billboard. Approved. - Item 33 – Waiver of Streetlights for Toll Brothers Development: Applicant Michael Bradshaw requested waiver of off-site streetlight improvements on Riley Street. A condition was added to install conduit and pull boxes for future streetlight installation. Approved. - Items 34 & 35 – Zone Change and Design Review for Vehicle Sales Facility: Applicant Nathan Taylor withdrew two waivers and agreed that all ingress/egress would be from Charleston Boulevard. Commissioner Sagerbloom praised the applicant for revitalizing a vacant site. Approved with the single-access condition. - Items 38–40 – Zone Change, Vacation, Use Permits for Landscape Company: Application for zone change from RS20 to IP, vacation of patent easements, and use permits for outdoor storage and caretaker unit. Applicant Melissa Uri confirmed no objections from Nevada Division of Lands and the National Guard base. Commissioner Jones moved to remove a staff condition limiting outdoor storage to covered parking, allowing full use of the courtyard. Approved. - Item 41 – Modification of Title 30 Fee Schedule: Staff recommended extending the fee waiver for H2 zone reclassification applications indefinitely. The waiver, which sunset on January 1, 2026, had saved applicants approximately $55,000 across about 40 applications. Commissioners directed indefinite extension and encouraged proactive rezonings. - Item 42 – Reconsideration of Previous Approval: The board considered a request to bring back ET-25-400129 (ZC-23-0272), previously approved on the routine agenda, to allow a public hearing for opponents. The motion to reconsider was approved, and a public hearing was set for February 18, 2026. Ordinances – Introduction - Items 43–47: Ordinances for development agreements (RLS Granite LLC, 215 Properties LLC, KB Home Las Vegas Inc., etc.) and a zoning map amendment were introduced. Public hearings were scheduled for February 4, 2026 (corrected from December 4, 2026). Key Outcomes - Approved (with conditions): Items 21, 24–25, 27–32, 33, 34–35, 38–40. - Approved as Consent Calendar: Items 4–19. - Held to future meetings: Items 20, 22, 23, 26, 36, 37 were deleted from the agenda and rescheduled. - Direction to Staff: Extend the H2 zone change fee waiver indefinitely. - Reconsideration Granted: Item 42 will have a public hearing on February 18, 2026. - Ordinances Introduced: Public hearings for items 43–47 set for February 4, 2026.