Public Meetings - Clark County, Nevada

The Clark County Board of County Commissioners met on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM, to consider a range of zoning, subdivision, and planning items. The meeting included a consent calendar covering routine items 4–15, followed by individual public hearings on items 16–52. Several items were held to future dates, and numerous waivers, use permits, plan amendments, and zone changes were approved with conditions. Consent Calendar - Items 4 through 15 were approved in a single motion as routine action items, subject to staff recommendations. These included sign design reviews, extensions of time, tentative maps, development agreements, and zoning map amendments. Public Comments & Testimony - Margaret Ann Coleman spoke during the first public comment period on personal matters not on the agenda; she was asked to speak later in the meeting. - Jenna Waltho (resident of Raven Avenue) commented on items 26–30, opposing the termination of Park Street to the south, citing safety concerns and prior board approval for termination at Pebble. She requested termination to the south as well. Discussion Items - Items 17–19 (County of Clark Aviation parcels): Tony Sless (Pulte Homes) presented a proposal for an 8-lot single-family subdivision on 4.02 acres in the Neighborhood Protection Overlay. The applicant requested waivers for setbacks (with condition that no more than 50% of homes encroach) and for streetlights along Arville (to preserve dark skies). Commissioner added a condition limiting lots 6 and 8 to single-story. Approved. - Item 23 (WS-26-0004): Marissa Furman (applicant) sought amended waivers for an existing outdoor storage yard on 4.25 acres. Several waivers were withdrawn, including street lights along Lamont (applicant agreed to install). Commissioner Kirkpatrick supported the reduced landscaping (rock and boulders) and increased fence height, but stressed maintenance. Approved. - Item 24 (WS-26-0106): Owner Charles Stankowsky requested waivers for his single-family residence on 0.77 acres in a commercial zone, to keep the home conforming to neighborhood. No public opposition. Approved. - Items 26–30 (All Investments, LLC): Susan Florian (applicant) presented a plan for 25 single-family lots on 2.99 acres. Jenna Waltho’s public comment raised safety concerns about Park Street connectivity. Commissioner Jones noted a median on Blue Diamond would prevent cut-through traffic and emphasized connectivity for emergency vehicles. Motion approved with an additional condition for the applicant to coordinate off-site improvements along Blue Diamond Road with MDOT and Clark County Public Works. - Items 31–34 (Zheng Da, LLC): Renee Roland (applicant) presented a proposal for a commercial building with outdoor dining on 0.85 acres. Commissioner Jones held items 31–34 to May 6, 2026, for further design review, citing public works concerns and the need for updated plans. - Items 35–40 (Regional Maryland, LLC): Jennifer Lazovich (Beezer Homes) presented a 46-unit townhome development on 3.92 acres with full-length driveways and centralized open space. Approved. - Items 41–44 (Buffalo Las Vegas Land, LLC): Bob Gronauer (applicant) presented a Tesla dealership on 9.67 acres. Waiver 3 (detached sidewalk) was withdrawn. Added conditions for a license and maintenance agreement and a cost contribution to the Beltway frontage project. Approved. - Items 45–46 (Strike Industries, LLC): Applicant presented a small office/warehouse on 0.46 acres. Several waivers were addressed; public works concerns resolved. Approved. - Items 47–48 (Fraga-Candelario): Dave Turner (applicant) sought a zone change and use permit for truck parking/staging and outdoor storage on 1.64 acres. Commissioner Kirkpatrick added conditions: 24-hour guard shack, contact info on fence, no stacking above fence line, no inoperable vehicles, alternative landscaping per SID, and participation in upcoming SID. Waivers 3, 5, and 6 were withdrawn. Approved. - Item 49: Discussion to initiate a Master Plan Amendment to the Clark County Trails Map to add an alignment on Walnapi between Gomer and Blue Diamond (part of the Vegas Valley Rim Trail). Direction given to staff. - Item 50: Discussion to initiate an amendment to the Clark County Master Plan adding a heat mitigation plan, updating exhibits and statistics. Staff directed to incorporate policies from AB96, including cooling stations. Commissioner raised concern about gray color schemes increasing heat; staff agreed to investigate. - Items 51–52: Ordinances introduced: (51) Development agreement with MEQ-Cactus & Rainbow, LLC for a commercial shopping center; (52) Amendment to official zoning map. Public hearings set for May 6, 2026. Key Outcomes - Routine items 4–15 approved unanimously. - Items 17–19 approved with additional conditions (single-story lots 6 & 8, 50% setback limitation). - Item 23 approved with staff recommendations; waivers 4, 5B, and 5C withdrawn. - Item 24 approved with waivers 1–7. - Items 26–30 approved with condition to coordinate off-site improvements on Blue Diamond. - Items 31–34 held to May 6, 2026 for further review. - Items 35–40 approved. - Items 41–44 approved with waiver 3 withdrawn and added conditions (license/maintenance agreement, cost contribution). - Items 45–46 approved. - Items 47–48 approved with conditions from Commissioner Kirkpatrick and withdrawal of waivers 3, 5, 6. - Items 49 and 50 provided direction to staff for plan amendments. - Items 51–52 introduced; public hearing set for May 6, 2026. - Meeting adjourned after final public comment period with no speakers.

The Clark County Board of Commissioners convened a joint meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM in the Commission Chambers. The agenda included recognitions, public hearings, consent agenda, business items, and a discussion on resort corridor noise. Key actions included approval of bond issuances for charter schools, collective bargaining agreements, and a special event permit for a motorcycle jump. The board also received presentations from the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District and the Clark County School District non-voting trustee. Consent Calendar - Items 9-37 (with item 10 deleted): Approved unanimously. Included routine purchasing contracts, interlocal agreements, aviation leases, public works resolutions, real property management, budget reallocations, and various administrative items. - Item 10 (deleted at staff request): Amendment with Acme Electric for traffic signal maintenance was removed from the agenda. Public Comments & Testimony - First Public Forum (agenda items): - Shoshana (resident): Cited Nevada Revised Statute 241.021 to assert a right to speak on matters not on the agenda; objected to the invocation as a violation of separation of church and state. - Miguel Canales (lead organizer, Culinary Union) and Jacob Ramos (worker, Day One Group): Expressed support for workers at Harry Reid Airport (item 19), stating that after three months of negotiations, the company (DBE) had not offered a fair contract and workers remain the lowest paid at the airport. - Melissa Bordenau (worker): Described being misclassified as a kitchen/food server instead of a bartender while paying bartender union dues; requested back pay and accountability from the company before it disappears. - Brian Ayala (Day One Group): Reported progress in off-the-record discussions with the union and expressed optimism for a resolution. - Public Hearing on Item 40 (DAIA Fact-Finding): - Adam Levine (attorney for DAIA): Argued that the neutral fact-finder recommended compensation increases because the county’s own study showed entry-level investigator salaries were 29.6% below market, midpoint 21% below, and top-out 16% below. Criticized the county for previously rejecting fact-finding recommendations and spending thousands on outside counsel before ultimately accepting them. Pointed out that the fiscal impact summary mislabeled wage adjustments as COLAs. - Final Public Comment: - Shoshana (resident): Again urged elimination of prayer from meetings, noting the Satanic Temple would give the invocation on May 19, 2026. Cited biblical passages to argue that the source of invocations is problematic. - Daniel Stanford (resident): Supported reviewing noise ordinances but cautioned against infringing on political speech or creating loopholes; urged compromise between performers and businesses. Discussion Items - Library District Presentation (Item 48): Executive Director Kelvin Watson reported year-over-year gains: 23% more customers, 56% increase in program attendance, and 72% surge in website visits. The new library grand opening drew over 1,000 attendees. Good Springs Library will relocate from a 600 sq. ft. trailer to a 1,372 sq. ft. home. Watson was recognized as 2026 Librarian of the Year by Library Journal. The district served 371,390 meals through Three Square partnership since 2023. A $10,000 grant from Pizza Hut supports Barbershop Books; a $25,000 donation funds activity kits at Enterprise Library. The Star Lab portable planetarium launched in April. Summer Challenge runs May 15–July 15 with early registration May 1. - Clark County School District Trustee Report (Item 49): Trustee Lisa Satori provided updates on education priorities. Good Springs School may close due to low enrollment; board vote April 23. Pre-K: added 500 seats, plans to add 1,720 more with a $2.2M grant. Early literacy: 39 reading skill centers showed 14–48% higher growth for English learners. Middle school math: Project Millie saw 81% of participating schools increase student achievement. Workforce/college readiness: new career guides, expanded advising. Staffing: support professional surplus dropped from 534 to 408; licensed professionals from 707 to 337, with 103 remaining. Graduation rate 86.6%; 136 schools improved star ratings; 16,000 classrooms staffed. $15.8M in philanthropic gifts secured. Facility master plan: over 40 community forums scheduled. Destination district survey: 48,000 responses, 63% from students. - Resort Corridor Noise Discussion (Item 50): Commissioner Gibson led discussion on excessive noise from commercial activities on Las Vegas Boulevard. Lieutenant Timothy Mullins and Officer Stephanie Scott (City of Las Vegas) described Fremont Street regulations: performance circles (6-ft radius), decibel limits (107 dB from 1 ft, 85 dB from 25 ft), distance requirements (40 ft between performers, 20 ft from doors/ATMs). Captain Chris Dennis (Metro) noted challenges with battery-powered Bluetooth amplifiers and acoustical instruments; obstruction laws are enforceable but noise complaints from outdoor dining are harder to address. Commissioner Naft raised concerns about trash and the strip cleanup contract. Commissioners directed staff to study the issue and return with process recommendations. Also noted the need for elevator/escalator maintenance on pedestrian bridges. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda Approved: Items 9-37 (minus item 10) passed unanimously. - Ordinance Introduced (Item 44): Introduced an ordinance to amend UMC governing board selection process; public hearing set for May 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM. - Reappointments (Item 46): Approved reappointment of Anna Danchik, Joseph Piurkowski, and David Dobrzynski to the OPEB Board of Trustees effective July 1, 2026. - LLEAC Appointments (Item 47): Approved appointment of three commissioners (Segerblom, McCurdy, Naft) and two Las Vegas City Council members (Allen-Palenske, Diaz) for a one-year term expiring April 15, 2027. - Public Hearings (Items 38-43): - Items 38 & 39: Approved resolutions for bond issuances (up to $35M for Somerset Academy, up to $20M for Quest Preparatory Academy). - Item 40: Received the non-binding fact-finding report on the DAIA collective bargaining agreement; no vote required. - Item 41: Approved LOAs with SEIU, IAFF, CCLEA effective July 1, 2026, extending same salary/benefit changes to non-union employees. - Item 42: Approved ordinance correcting clerical errors in gas quantity ranges and standpipe permit fees. - Item 43: Approved special event permit for a motorcycle jump on May 17, 2026, at Caesars Palace (Omnia Day Club grand opening/Caesars 60th anniversary). Sidewalk closure from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM with security, Metro, and AMR. - Directive on Resort Corridor Noise (Item 50): Staff directed to analyze complaints, review Fremont Street model and other jurisdictions, and return with recommendations for process and potential actions.

The Clark County Planning Commission met on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Commission Chambers, Clark County Government Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. The meeting was called to order by Chair Edward Frasier III and adjourned at 9:35 PM. The commission considered routine action items, several non-routine public hearings, and heard public comment. Key actions included approvals of extensions of time, use permits, waivers, tentative maps, and zone changes, as well as denials of a proposed residential subdivision in the Enterprise area. Consent Calendar (Items 4–22) The routine action items were approved in one motion (7-0), except Item 11 (withdrawn). Items approved subject to staff conditions include: - Item 4: Extension of time for parking reduction and design review for a restaurant/retail pad site. - Item 5: Second extension of time for alternative design standards for accessory structures. - Item 6: Tentative map for 1 industrial lot on 4.32 acres. - Item 7: Tentative map for 1 commercial lot on 3.54 acres. - Item 8: Use permit for office (business services). - Item 9: Use permit for retail as principal use. - Item 10: Use permit for outdoor dining, drinking, and cooking. - Items 12–16: Various vacate and abandonments and tentative maps. - Item 17: Waiver to allow accessory structure (wall) prior to primary structure. - Item 18: Waiver to reduce setback for a second-floor balcony. - Items 19–22: Plan amendment, use permits for senior housing, and waivers for a mixed-use development (forwarded to BCC May 20, 2026). Public Comments & Testimony - Routine items: Steve Small (8565 South Warbonnet) approached the dais to request items 30–34 be heard separately, but those items had already been held per the applicant; Chair noted he could speak at the end of the meeting. - Non-routine items (49–53): Two speakers opposed the Cimmaron Spring Deaux LLC proposal. Steve Small argued it was spot zoning and would set a precedent for further densification. Andrew Acunia (8460 Warbonnet Way) opposed the density of 12 lots on 2.43 acres, stating it was too dense for the area and that a neighborhood meeting was poorly attended. One letter of support was submitted; 13 opposition cards were turned in. Discussion Items (Non-Routine Action Items) - Item 23 (SC-26-0136): Withdrawn per applicant. - Item 24 (UC-26-0142): Held until May 5, 2026, per Commissioner Roitman for Spring Valley Town Board review. - Item 25 (WS-25-0827): Amended holdover waivers for a single-family residence in Mt. Charleston. Applicant spoke; no other speakers. Approved unanimously (7-0) with staff conditions. - Item 26 (WS-26-0051): Waiver to eliminate setbacks for an accessory living quarters (363 sq ft casita) on 0.13 acres. Applicant Jaime de la Vega described the structure as built without permits; letters from two neighbors supported. Commission debated impacts on infrastructure and safety. Approved 4-3 (Mujica, Kilarski, Roitman in favor; Brady, Kirk, Stone opposed) with conditions: roof redesigned to not encroach on neighbors, one year to complete building permit and inspection process, and a one-year review before the commission. - Item 27 (WS-26-0062): Waivers for multiple setbacks (carport, south patio, lattice, sunroom addition) on 0.14 acres. Applicant Adrian Plata presented neighbor support but noted adjacent property is vacant. First motion for approval failed (3-4). A subsequent motion to hold until June 16, 2026, passed (7-0). The applicant was advised to work with staff to redesign the structures and return. - Item 28 (WS-26-0117): Waivers for building separation and side setback for a carport on 0.61 acres. Applicant Paul Chandler explained the carport would provide shaded access for his aging mother’s ADU; neighbor letter in support. Approved unanimously (7-0). - Item 29 (WS-26-0132): Waivers for a shed (180 sq ft, no utilities) on 0.11 acres. Applicant Eric Jones; no opposition. Approved unanimously (7-0). - Items 30–34 (Buffalo Amigos, LLC et al.): Held until May 19, 2026, per applicant (all votes 7-0). - Items 35–39 (ZSKSMAZ Township Family Trust & Malik Umer TRS): Companion items for a proposed restaurant on 1.25 acres near Pyle Avenue and Arville Street. Applicant Robert Cunningham described the plan; staff noted concerns about reduced throat depth and departure distance. Commission approved the plan amendment (7-0), zone change to CN (Commercial Neighborhood) (7-0), vacation (7-0), waivers with condition to work with public works (7-0), and tentative map (7-0). All forwarded to BCC May 20, 2026. - Items 40–44 (Finley, Davis W & Nancy N): Companion items for an industrial development with outdoor storage yards on 2.91 acres. Applicant Dustin Schweise described the project; no public speakers. Approved unanimously (7-0) after discussion about throat depth and screening. Forwarded to BCC May 20, 2026. - Items 45–48 (South Decatur Holding Co, LLC): Held until May 5, 2026 (7-0). - Items 49–53 (Cimmaron Spring Deaux, LLC): Requested a plan amendment, zone change, vacation, waivers, and tentative map for 12 single-family lots on 2.43 acres. Commissioners cited concerns about density, encroachment on the Neighborhood Protection (RNP) overlay, and the use of a hammerhead street. Denied unanimously (7-0) for all items, forwarded to BCC May 20, 2026. Key Outcomes - Approvals (all unanimous unless noted): Routine action items (4–22) approved 7-0; Items 25, 28, 29, 35–39, 40–44 approved; Item 26 approved 4-3 with added conditions. - Denials (unanimous): Items 49–53 (Cimmaron Spring Deaux) denied 7-0. - Holds: Items 24, 27 (to June 16), 30–34 (to May 19), 45–48 (to May 5). - Withdrawals: Items 11 and 23. - Forwarded to Board of County Commissioners (May 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM): Items 19–22, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 49–53 (denied items also forwarded). - Appeals deadline: Appeals must be filed by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

The Clark County Planning Commission held a briefing on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers. Chair Edward Frasier III presided, with all seven commissioners present. The meeting focused on a staff presentation of 53 items scheduled for the upcoming Planning Commission meeting, along with discussion of ordinances and administrative items. No public comments were made. The briefing adjourned at 6:40 p.m. Consent Calendar - No consent calendar was presented; all items were reviewed as part of the briefing. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke during the public comment period. Discussion Items - Staff Presentation of Agenda Items: Assistant Planning Manager Negar Masoomi reviewed all 53 items, summarizing staff recommendations, town board recommendations, and public input (cards of support/opposition). - Item 11 – Vacation of Easements: Originally recommended for hold by Paradise Town Board due to applicant no-show, but later withdrawn by the applicant. The withdrawal was noted during the briefing. - Item 24 – Use Permit for Banquet Facility: Spring Valley Town Board recommended holding the item to April 28, 2026, after the applicant was a no-show twice. Commissioner Michael Roitman supported the hold, which was accepted by the commission. - Items 15 and 16 – Vacation and Tentative Map: Vice-Chair Leslie Mujica inquired about the proposed use. Staff indicated the site had a prior non-conforming zone change for a commercial complex, but specific uses were unknown. Staff agreed to verify before the meeting. - Items 35–39 – Restaurant/Tavern Proposals: A plan amendment from LN to NC and zone change from RS20 to CG were recommended for denial by staff due to incompatibility with adjacent residential uses. Enterprise Town Board recommended approval but suggested a less intense CN zone. Discussion revealed the proposed use is a tavern with a drive-thru. Commissioners questioned the intensity of CG versus CN zoning. Staff clarified that CG allows many uses, while CN restricts to neighborhood-serving uses. No decision was made during the briefing. - Items 30–34 and 49–53 – Proximity Inquiry: Commissioner Vivian Kilarski asked about the distance between two groups of items. Planning Manager Jason Allswang explained that Items 49–53 (Shelbourne Avenue and Miller Lane) are located north of Items 30–34 (Buffalo Drive and Torino Avenue), about three-quarters of a mile apart. - Zoning District Clarification: Commissioner Kilarski asked about the CP zoning district. Staff explained the differences between CG, C1, C2, CN, and CP districts, noting that CN is similar to the old C1 but less intense, and CG is a combination of old C1 and C2. - Building Permits Condition: Vice-Chair Mujica questioned why obtaining proper permits would be a condition of approval. Staff explained that all Planning Commission or Board of County Commissioners approvals require subsequent compliance with building permits. - Item 18 – Waiver for Setback Reduction: Discussion included the rationale for reducing front setback from 15 to 12 feet due to topography and mature trees. Mount Charleston Town Board recommended approval. - Items 19–22 – Multifamily/Mixed-Use Development: Companion items for a three-phase development including senior housing and mixed-use. Staff supported the plan amendment and waivers, citing infill compatibility. Spring Valley Town Board recommended approval. Nine cards in opposition were received. - Other Waiver Items: Several waiver requests (Items 25–29) were discussed, with staff generally unable to support significant reductions in setbacks or building separations, citing code violations and lot size concerns. Town board recommendations varied. Key Outcomes - Withdrawals: Item 11 (Vacation of Easements) was withdrawn by the applicant. - Items Held: Item 24 (Use Permit for Banquet Facility) was held to the April 28, 2026, Spring Valley Town Board meeting per commission consensus. Items 30–34 had been requested to be held, and the commission agreed. - No Formal Votes: The briefing did not include any final decisions or votes; these will occur at the April 21, 2026, Planning Commission regular meeting. - Next Steps: Staff will provide additional information on Items 15/16 uses before the regular meeting. The commission will proceed with the regular agenda items as outlined.

The Clark County District Attorney's Office convened a public fact-finding review on April 15, 2026, at 6:00 PM, following a preliminary determination that no criminal prosecution of the officers involved in the death of Kyle Norris is appropriate. The proceeding, required by Clark County Ordinance Chapter 2.12, presented the essential facts surrounding the death of Mr. Norris, who was fatally shot by Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Officer Samuel Garcia on September 20, 2024. The review was presided over by a hearing officer, with Chief Deputy District Attorney Banu Pala presenting the state's case, and Michael Torriano appointed as ombudsman representing both the public and the Norris family. Summary of Incident On September 20, 2024, at approximately 0910 hours, LVMPD responded to a call at 5145 Rawhide Street regarding a suspicious person attempting to open car doors. The subject, Kyle Norris (age 42), had earlier met two civilians via a dating app, acted erratically, threatened one civilian, and was asked to leave. Officers arrived and attempted to detain Norris, who retrieved a metal baseball bat from his vehicle. Despite multiple commands to drop the bat, Norris raised it above his head and advanced toward officers. Officer Palmira and Sergeant Quintero deployed their ECDs (tasers), which were ineffective. Officer Garcia then fired two rounds from his service weapon, striking Norris. Norris died from gunshot wounds to the chest; an autopsy listed the manner of death as homicide. Officers provided medical aid until paramedics arrived. Toxicology reported high levels of methamphetamine in Norris's system. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public submitted written questions during the review. Discussion Items - Detective Mark Cologne of LVMPD's Force Investigation Team testified that the investigation gathered evidence, conducted interviews, and compiled a report submitted to the DA's office, which makes the final decision on justification. Detective Cologne noted that Officer Garcia (age 21, hired in 2022, approximately two years on the force) declined to provide a formal statement after his walkthrough, but his walkthrough was conducted with his attorney, David Roger, directing yes/no questions. Officer Garcia did not provide a statement directly. - Two taser deployments by Officer Palmira and Sergeant Quintero were ineffective; Detective Cologne cited possible reasons including both prongs not making contact and the decedent's methamphetamine use reducing effectiveness. - The decedent's criminal history was not extensive, but officers did not know his history at the time of the incident; charges that would have been filed had he survived included assault with a deadly weapon on a police officer and resisting a public officer with a weapon. - The decedent's next of kin could not be located despite coroner’s office efforts. - Ombudsman Michael Torriano questioned whether the inability to hear directly from Officer Garcia hindered the investigation; Detective Cologne acknowledged that direct testimony is more valuable but stated all evidence was considered. Key Outcomes - The Clark County District Attorney’s Office made a preliminary determination that no criminal prosecution of the officers is appropriate. This public review fulfills the ordinance requirement for transparency. - The full video and transcript of the proceeding will be available on the Clark County website. - No formal determination regarding the manner or cause of death was rendered, as per the ordinance. - The parties stipulated that LVMPD's Force Investigation Team does not make a recommendation; the DA's office has sole authority to decide whether to charge subject officers.

The board of the Clark County Water Reclamation District held a meeting on April 15, 2026, with Chair Parker presiding. The board approved the agenda, the minutes from the previous meeting, and a resolution authorizing the refunding of existing bonds. No public comments were received during the two designated comment periods. Consent Calendar - Approval of Agenda: Moved by Councilwoman Kelly, seconded by Commissioner Becker, and approved unanimously. - Approval of Minutes: The minutes of the regular meeting of February 5, 2026, were approved via motion by Commissioner Becker and second by Councilwoman Kelly, with all in favor. Discussion Items - Resolution for General Obligation Refunding Bonds: The board considered a resolution to approve, adopt, and authorize the chair to send a resolution regarding the issuance of Clark County Water Reclamation District general obligation refunding bonds. Kathy Siselak (municipal advisor) and Ryan Henry (bond counsel) presented the refunding opportunity for the district’s 2015 and 2016 bonds. The estimated gross savings are approximately $7.5 million, with net present value savings of about $6.18 million, representing 3% of the refunded bonds. The bonds will be repaid from district revenues, and no ad valorem tax rate is anticipated. Coverage ratios exceed 2x and reach 6x, indicating sufficient revenue. The board will be notified of the actual savings after the bonds are sold. A motion by Councilwoman Kelly, seconded by Commissioner Becker, carried unanimously. Key Outcomes - The board approved the refunding bond resolution, enabling the district to proceed with issuing refunding bonds when market conditions are favorable. - The district’s financial team will report final savings figures to the board via email following the bond sale. - The meeting adjourned after a second public comment period, during which no comments were received.

The Clark County Board of County Commissioners held a zoning meeting on April 8, 2026, at 9:00 AM (2026-04-08 17:00:00+00:00 UTC) in the Commission Chambers. The meeting covered routine and non-routine land use items, including a large data center, a transportation facility expansion, a solar/battery project, multiple residential and commercial developments, and an appeal regarding chickens. Several items were held to future dates. Public testimony was heard on numerous items. Consent Calendar - Routine action items (4–26) were approved in one motion, except for items 8–12 and 14–16, which were pulled for separate hearings. Items 13, 28–30, 37, 38, 43–46 were held to future dates (April 22, May 6, May 20, or June 17, 2026). - Item 4 (Holdover Design Review) had an added condition: Building M to be a maximum of 6,372 sq ft with a minimum of 21 parking spaces. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 7 (Routine): Al Rojas (2095 Home Stake Mine Court) requested a one-month delay for the extension of time (ET-26-400011) due to code violations on the property, including trash and open dumpsters. He provided photos of the issues. - Items 8–12 (Switch Data Center): Multiple residents expressed concerns: - Tommy Lepresti (9341 Dean Martin Drive) criticized the lack of neighborhood outreach and the nine waivers of development standards, particularly the elimination of interior landscaping. - Pam Kaiser (3485 Vicky Avenue) requested increased landscaping to mitigate heat and improve aesthetics. - Jade Fletcher (4813 West Richmar Avenue) said the data center was not what she expected when she purchased her home in 2025; she cited noise, light pollution, and well contamination risks. She requested more landscaping and fewer waivers. - Items 14–16 (Winstar Lines Expansion): Residents living near Maul Avenue testified: - Kenny Apardo Moscoso (2100 East Maul Avenue) asked for white noise backup alarms and continuous noise monitoring. - Gino Yates (2072 Culmination Lane) played a recording of loud beeping from buses backing up and requested white noise alarms. - David Ivey (2056 Culmination Lane) said he felt "muscled" into approving the plan because current conditions were unbearable. - Johnny Flanagan (1745 Rockwell Lane) raised concerns about carbon monoxide poisoning from buses. - Item 31 (Solar/BESS): Alison Farr (Solar United Neighbors) expressed general support for large-scale solar but did not take a position on this specific project. Manuel Santa Maria (Veterans Power America) and Christian Bato (former DOE advisor) spoke in favor. - Item 41 (Fence Height): Neighbors Biagio Guerra, Nancy Ruco, and John Paul Caprudo opposed an eight-foot fence but supported a six-foot wall. - Items 49–53 (Townhouses on Betty Lane): Al Rojas (Sunrise Manor resident) and Douglas Germano (1675 Sherwin Lane) opposed the density, citing insufficient parking and incompatibility with the neighborhood. - General Public Comment: John Ogg (6755 Coast to Place) showed photos of a neighbor's property that has been an eyesore for over four years, asking for code enforcement help. Al Rojas discussed homeless issues and suggested mandatory treatment and an exploratory committee for the 2036 Olympics. Discussion Items - Items 8–12 (Switch Data Center at Serene/Decatur): Ed Garcia (representing Switch) presented a revised plan for a data warehouse with three buildings and two substations on 55.1 acres, replacing a previously approved 10-building industrial park. He noted the project uses non‑evaporative cooling with lower water impact, provides a 30‑foot buffer to the north, and includes ongoing negotiations with adjacent neighbors. Waivers requested include eliminating street landscaping along Serene, reducing throat depth, and waiving off‑site improvements. Commissioner Jones clarified that landscaping requirements only waived interior trees, not all landscaping. He noted that if Switch later purchases adjacent lots, a new application would be required. The board approved items 8–12. - Items 14–16 (Winstar Lines Transportation Facility): Dionisio Gordillo (applicant) outlined a zone change, vacation, and design review to expand an existing bus yard from 1.2 to 3.2 acres. He read 11 conditions of approval, including a one‑year review, no on‑street parking, designated ingress/egress driveways, a 10‑foot decorative block wall, landscaping, driver training, and a maximum of 52 buses. Commissioner Gibson added a condition requiring the applicant to study white noise backup alarms and implement them if OSHA‑ and insurance‑compliant. The board approved the items subject to all conditions. - Item 27 (Third Extension for Multifamily on Stephanie Street): Jennifer Lazovich (applicant) requested a third extension of time for a multifamily project. She noted that on‑street parking had been moved on‑site, civil plans were approved and bonded, and $156,000 had been paid to NV Energy and Southwest Gas. Public Works confirmed the off‑site permit had been renewed for one year. Approved. - Item 31 (Bonanza Solar/BESS Project): Levi Cox (EDF Power Solutions) presented a 5,131.7‑acre solar and battery storage facility south of US 95. Staff recommended approval. Commissioner Becker noted the application began in 2008 and required construction within two years. Approved. - Items 32–34 (Pulte Homes – Single-Family Subdivision): Tony Celeste (Pulte) described a 15‑lot subdivision north of Warm Springs Road and east of Valley View Boulevard. Waivers included reduced setbacks and elimination of street lights along Kappavia and Procyon to preserve RNP character. Public Works revised conditions to have the county install off‑site improvements with a contribution from Pulte. Approved with modified conditions. - Items 35–36 (Summerlin Gateway Plaza Shopping Center): Mark Mulhall (applicant) proposed a 7.88‑acre commercial plaza anchored by EOS Fitness, with two quick‑service restaurants, retail, and a vehicle service center. Waivers included increased maximum parking and reduced residential adjacency standards. Public Works deleted a condition related to a western driveway after the applicant moved it east to avoid conflicts. Approved. - Item 38 (Parking Lot in Searchlight): Mr. Benson (applicant) requested to keep existing pavement on 0.43 acres without full off‑site improvements, intending to lease/sell the property for a future store. Public Works agreed to condition future development when an application is filed. Approved. - Items 39–40 (Single-Family Subdivision on Eldora Avenue): Mark Mulhall (applicant) revised the plan from 27 to 25 lots to allow single‑story homes adjacent to RNP neighbors. A waiver for attached sidewalks on five lots was requested. Approved. - Item 41 (Fence Height on Placid Street): Carlos Hernandez (owner) requested an eight‑foot front fence for coyote protection, with six‑foot side/rear walls. Neighbors opposed the eight‑foot height. The board compromised: front fence to be 36 inches of solid wall with wrought iron above for a total eight feet, side/rear walls at six feet. The applicant withdrew the waiver for the west property line. Approved. - Item 42 (Minor Subdivision in Moapa Valley): Dave McCaffrey (applicant) sought waivers for setbacks, separation, and driveway changes to regularize his property. Commissioner Kirkpatrick noted the neighborhood is non‑conforming and the applicant committed to meeting setbacks after relocation. Approved. - Items 47–48 (Car Sales Facility on Boulder Highway): Edgar Montalbo (applicant) proposed a zone change and use permits for a vehicle sales and repair facility. The board required that all work be contained, no parts storage, and the maintenance facility kept clean. Approved with conditions. - Items 49–53 (Townhouses on Betty Lane): The applicant proposed 24 townhouse units on 1.59 acres. Residents opposed due to density and parking concerns. Commissioner Sagerbloom noted the project provides affordable housing ($300,000) and includes guest parking. Public Works confirmed detached sidewalks. The board added conditions: garages must be used for parking only, and the developer withdrew waivers for attached sidewalks. Approved. - Items 54–56 (Office/Warehouse on Cimarron Road): Jennifer Lazovich (applicant) presented two warehouse buildings on five acres near the UNLV research park. Waivers addressed taller walls for drainage and reduced setbacks. Town Board had recommended approval. Approved. - Item 57 (Appeal – Reasonable Accommodation for Chickens): The appeal concerned 13 chickens at 5614 Stingaree Circle. Commissioners Becker and Gibson visited the site and found it clean. The board granted the appeal with conditions: reduce to 10 chickens immediately, then to five over time as birds die or are sold, with no replacement beyond five. Approved. - Item 58 (Title 30 Amendments Discussion): The board discussed potential amendments, including distance separation for live entertainment, agricultural overlays, rural signage, non‑conforming subdivision standards, revised plan process, and off‑site improvement alternatives (asphalt sidewalks for trails). Staff was directed to bring back proposals periodically. - Item 59 (NPO-RNP Standards Discussion): The board discussed rural off‑site improvements and

The Clark County Board of Commissioners convened a joint meeting on April 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The agenda included proclamations, routine consent items, public hearings on HUD grants and code amendments, and business items ranging from appointments to policy direction for special events. The meeting also featured a closed session for litigation and labor negotiations. Consent Calendar - Items 7–36 were approved in one motion, with three deletions: Item 34 (grant for Extended Young Adult Support Services Program), Item 38 (HOME/AAHTF funding allocation), and Item 46 (appointments to the Local Law Enforcement Advisory Committee) were removed from the agenda prior to the vote. - Routine approvals included contract amendments, interlocal agreements, donations, property management actions, and budget resolutions. Public Comments & Testimony - First public comment period (on agenda items): A resident (Shoshana) attempted to speak about the invocation practice but was redirected to the later general public comment period. She briefly stated support for Item 25. - General public comment (end of meeting): - Shoshana (resident) argued for separation of church and state, stating that opening meetings with prayer excludes non‑religious people and is improper. She described biblical passages as gruesome and requested the practice be stopped. - Grace Albanese expressed concern that Las Vegas has become dangerous because people are selling pictures of her thoughts and dreams, leading to deaths. She called on President Trump to address the issue, referencing a 2018 photo with President Putin. - A third speaker (name not given) supported the invocation, stating that removing God from schools and communities leads to violence. She referenced an F‑15 pilot’s rescue and noted “In God We Trust” on currency. - Delon Baber and Heidi Baber (residents) shared the story of Delon’s brother Dion, who died in a motorcycle accident on the Desert Inn arterial bridge over I‑15 after being ejected onto the interstate below. They requested safety fencing or taller containment barriers on overpasses, noting a similar fatality in 2007. Discussion Items - Emerging Issues (Item 43): Commissioner Segerblom requested staff begin the process to rename Cesar Chavez Park in East Las Vegas, citing “horrifying revelations” about Chavez. The Chair also announced Bring Your Kid to Work Day on April 23, with commissioners invited to welcome children to the chambers. - Special Events Requirements (Item 49): Commissioner Jones proposed changes to remove small events (farmers markets, holiday events) from preliminary approval requirements, exempt HOAs operating at county parks from the process, and allow a waiver process for distance separations for live entertainment. No vote was taken; staff was directed to implement the changes. - Closed Session (Item 50): The board entered closed session pursuant to NRS 241.015(4)(c) and NRS 288.220 to discuss potential litigation and labor negotiations. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda approved as amended (items 7–36, with 34, 38, 46 deleted). - Emergency Solutions Grant (Item 37): Approved allocation of $744,845 in FY 2026‑2027 ESG funds, including $609,962 for four homeless‑service projects, $55,000 for administration, and $79,000 for the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). - Barrier Alternative for Minors (Item 39): Approved ordinance amending Code Title 8, Chapter 8.20 to allow a written security plan instead of a structural barrier to separate minors from bar/lounge areas in restaurants and taverns. - HUD Consolidated Plan Amendment (Item 40): Approved amendment to the FY 2025‑2029 HUD plan to add affordable housing as an allowed CDBG activity and update the economic development section. - Big Bend Water District Agreement (Item 41): Approved resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement for up to $2 million for a hydraulic study and water‑tank design, with construction (up to $9 million) to return to the board. The loan from the Fort Mojave Valley Development Fund carries a 30‑year term, zero interest, and forgiveness of any unpaid balance at term end. - Appointments: - Reappointed Christopher Stolworthy and Joe Davis to the Moapa Valley Fire Protection District Advisory Board (two‑year term ending April 7, 2028). - Appointed Jeffrey Banks as an additional Ombudsperson for the Police Fatality Public Fact‑finding Review Process. - Appointed Christopher Laurent and Nihat Deniz Bayramoglu as Justice of the Peace Pro Tempore for Henderson and Outlying Justice Townships (term through December 31, 2026). - Business Impact Statement (Item 48): Accepted for the proposed ordinance correcting clerical errors in building permit fee tables. - Ordinance Introduction (Item 42): Introduced an ordinance to correct clerical errors in Title 13, Chapter 13.04; public hearing set for April 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM. - Special Events Direction (Item 49): Staff directed to amend requirements to exempt small events and HOAs, and to create a waiver process for distance separations.

The Clark County Planning Commission met on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at the Clark County Government Center. All seven commissioners were present (Vice-Chair Leslie Mujica attended via teleconference). The meeting covered routine consent items, non-routine public hearings, and several items were held to future dates. Consent Calendar - Items 4–10 (Routine Action Items): Approved in a single motion with staff recommendations and conditions. These included: - Extension of time for fence/wall height waiver (Item 4, Stoltman) - Vacation of right-of-way (Item 5, County of Clark & EJM Arroyo) - Use permit and design review for transportation service (Item 6, County of Clark & EJM Arroyo) - Use permits and design reviews for gravel pit/rock crushing (Item 7, American Eagle Ready Mix) - Use permit and design review for kennel (Item 8, Chon Young Trust) - Use permit for banquet facility (Item 9, Barrington Properties) - Waiver to increase fence height for church (Item 10, Church LDS) Public Comments & Testimony - Opening Public Comments: No speakers. - Closing Public Comments: One speaker asked to confirm Items 4–10 were approved (he was the applicant for Item 9). No others spoke. Discussion Items - Item 11 (UC-26-0032) – Accessory Living Quarters: Applicant requested second accessory dwelling on 4.51 acres in Red Rock. Staff recommended denial due to size and architectural incompatibility. The applicant presented neighbors' support and argued compatibility. An initial motion to deny failed (2–5). A subsequent motion to approve passed (5–2), with conditions including drainage study, paved access, and health district coordination. - Item 12 (UC-26-0049) – Outdoor Storage/Holdover: Applicant sought outdoor storage with waivers. Commissioners raised concerns about site plan accuracy (hand-drawn, not to scale), lack of landscaping, and possible vehicle sales/repair requiring additional permits. The item was held to May 19, 2026, with direction to work with staff on a scaled site plan and clarify uses. - Item 13 (WS-26-0076) – Rear Setback Waiver: Applicant requested to reduce rear setback from 15 ft to 10 ft to enclose an existing patio cover. Commissioners supported the request. Approved unanimously with staff conditions. - Item 14 (WS-26-0096) – Setback/Separation Waiver: Applicant sought waivers for an existing shed (installed before home purchase). Neighbor provided letter of support. Approved unanimously with a 1-year completion period. - Item 15 (WS-26-0097) – Fence Height/Trellis: Applicant requested waivers for a fence/trellis she described as security for homeless intrusion. Neighbors testified it was a chain-link fence, not a trellis, and structurally unsafe. Commissioners unanimously denied the application, finding it not a trellis, aesthetically problematic, and a poor precedent. Motion to deny passed 7–0. Key Outcomes - Routine Items (4–10): Approved as a consent calendar (7–0). - Item 11 – Accessory Living Quarters: Approved (5–2). - Item 12 – Outdoor Storage: Held to May 19, 2026 (7–0). - Item 13 – Rear Setback Waiver: Approved (7–0). - Item 14 – Setback/Separation Waiver: Approved (7–0). - Item 15 – Fence/Trellis: Denied (7–0). - Items 16–20 (Peaceful Sundays Trust) were held to May 5, 2026, per the applicant's request during agenda approval. These include a plan amendment, zone change, vacation, development standards waiver, and tentative map for a residential development on 2.05 acres in Enterprise, NV.