Public Meetings - Las Vegas, Nevada

The recommending committee convened on June 29, 2026, to approve the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting and consider Bill 2026-26, which proposes amending LVMC 19.12 to allow rental stores in the professional office zoning district via a special use permit. Discussion Items - Bill 2026-26: Sponsored by Councilwoman Olivia Diaz, this bill amends LVMC 19.12 to permit rental store use within the professional office (PO) zoning district through a special use permit. Peter Lonstein, representing the sponsor, detailed that ancillary retail sales incidental to the rental merchandise are allowed, while outdoor storage and display of rental merchandise are prohibited. The bill is intended to apply to four existing uses already underway in this district. Key Outcomes - Approval of Minutes: The committee approved the minutes of the June 15, 2026 recommending committee meeting by voice vote, with a motion and second. - Bill 2026-26: The committee voted to advance Bill 2026-26 to the next council meeting scheduled for July 15, 2026. The motion carried. - Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned with no further business.

This meeting of the Board of Civil Service Trustees was called to order at an unspecified time on June 24, 2026, with Chair Brown presiding. Roll call was taken: Chair Brown, Vice Chair Ponchello, Member Hesh, and Member Jimenez were present; Member Stamper was excused. A quorum was confirmed, and compliance with open meeting law was affirmed. No public comments were offered. The board considered four action items, all of which were approved unanimously with four aye votes (Chair Brown, Vice Chair Ponchello, Member Hesh, Member Jimenez). Key Outcomes - Item 4 – Approval of Minutes: The board voted to approve the final minutes of the regular meeting of June 10, 2026 (corrected from June 4). Motion by Member Hesh, seconded, passed unanimously. - Item 5 – Certification of Eligible Lists: The board certified the eligible list for the following positions: Deputy City Chair Marshal (lateral/open), Plant Operator (1X open), Recreation Leader (open), and Streets and Sanitation Crew Leader (open). Motion by Member Hesh, passed unanimously. - Item 6 – Certification of Classification Specification: The board certified the classification specification for Fire Investigator/Fire Investigations Lieutenant. Motion by Member Hesh, passed unanimously. - Item 7 – Abolition of Eligible List: The board voted to abolish the eligible list for Production Technician. Motion by Member Hesh, passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned following Item 8 (Citizens' Participation), with no public comments offered.

The Historic Preservation Commission convened on June 24, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The meeting included a certificate of appropriateness approval, a budget report, project updates, recognition of a retiring commissioner, and discussion of future agenda items. All votes were unanimous unless noted. Consent Calendar - Approval of the final minutes from the regular meeting of May 27, 2026. Motion by Commissioner Cosgrove, seconded, and approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public came forward during either the agenda-specific public comment period (Item 3) or the general citizens' participation period (Item 12). Discussion Items - Item 5 – Hundredge Theater Report (1208 East Charleston Boulevard): Principal Jay Dapper was absent. Staff requested an abeyance to the July 22, 2026 meeting. The commission voted to approve the abeyance. Commissioners expressed questions to be addressed at the future meeting, including: total city funds provided to the project, discussion with the city prior to the Dapper Companies' nonprofit proposal, the role of the cultural resources report, the city's decision-making process, and impacts of construction staging on the structure. - Item 6 – Certificate of Appropriateness for 556 Ellen Way: Applicant representative Michael Yunkin presented a proposal to replace exterior walls, hardscape improvements, and a trash enclosure, using materials matching the historic character of the Beverly Green Historic District. The commission approved the request unanimously. - Item 7 – Budget Report: Staff reported on the fiscal year 26 budget. Starting balance: $244,584; expenditures: approximately $32,000; remaining balance: $212,656.76. Expenses focused on conferences, training, surveys, and memberships. Active projects include the Johnny Toko's National Register nomination ($17,200 total, with a $12,200 SHIPO grant and $5,000 commission match) and other upcoming work. The commission discussed capacity for additional projects (estimated 2–3 more per year). - Item 8 – Director's Updates: Seth Floyd reported no specific updates. - Item 9 – Project Update List: Staff provided updates on the Old Mormon Fort nomination (awaiting SHIPO approval), Johnny Toko's gym (grant pending), Floyd Lamb Park signs (proposal at July meeting, with shared costs), camp training (state camp September 24–25, local camp dates to be polled), and a $90 million Conserve Nevada grant to Springs Preserve for an immersive Colorado River exhibit. Commissioner Hollis Gillespie was recognized for her service and retirement; she received a certificate of appreciation, flowers, and a card. - Item 10 – Historic and Archaeological Resources in Local Media: A collection of media links was provided for information. No questions or comments. - Item 11 – Future Agenda Items: In addition to the Hundredge Theater questions, Commissioner Laramie suggested a discussion and potential action on projects for the next fiscal year. Key Outcomes - Motion to approve minutes (Item 4): Passed unanimously. - Motion to abey Item 5 to July 22, 2026: Passed unanimously. - Motion to approve certificate of appropriateness for 556 Ellen Way (Item 6): Passed unanimously.

This meeting consisted of a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training demonstration focused on techniques for moving survivors through confined spaces and using different carries. The session covered a six-person carry through a narrow door, a two-person lift using a chair, and two-person carries (Georgia Street carry) for both flat terrain and staircases. The instructor provided step-by-step guidance, emphasizing safety, communication, and proper lifting mechanics. Demonstration of Six-Person Carry Through a Door - The instructor demonstrated moving a survivor on a tarp using six CERT members plus a leader at the head, who maintains cervical spine control and calls all movements. - Members were assigned numbers (1-6 plus leader as 7) and called out their number as they passed through the door to coordinate the stagger. - Key instructions: lift with knees, keep arms relaxed straight down, sidestep to reduce tripping risk, and lower on count. - The technique ensures the survivor can be moved through a standard door opening while maintaining spinal precautions. Two-Person Lift Using a Chair - The instructor advised against using a chair with wheels unless it has secure side rails, and emphasized using a chair with arms to prevent the survivor from falling off. - With two people, one lifts the legs and the other lifts the back; the person at the head calls the shots. - The person at the feet moves backwards, so a spotter is recommended when available. - The demonstration included a lift, walk, and lower sequence (count 1,2,3). Two-Person Carry (Georgia Street Carry) - For an unconscious or non-ambulatory survivor with only two rescuers: one reaches under each arm and grabs the wrists (head), the other grabs under the knees. - The head person calls the movement; on count, lift and move. - This carry was demonstrated with a mannequin, noting it is easier with a live person. Two-Person Carry for Stairs - A variation where the person at the knees faces forward instead of backward, allowing both rescuers to move forward down stairs. - This eliminates the need for a spotter behind the leg lifter, increasing safety on stairs. - The same lift and move sequence was performed, then lower on count. Key Outcomes - The training successfully demonstrated four techniques for moving survivors in emergency situations. - Emphasis was placed on communication (head person calls shots), matching heights for six-person carry, proper lifting technique (use knees, not back), and safety considerations for stairs and chair selection. - No formal votes or decisions were taken; this was a hands-on instructional session.

This session was a hands-on training demonstration on the use of wooden cribbing blocks for rescuing survivors trapped under debris. The training emphasized safety, technique, and the importance of using materials that provide warning before failure. Discussion Items - The trainer explained the process of building cribbing blocks in a Lincoln-log style, using two blocks in one direction and two in the opposite direction to ensure stability. Wood was chosen because it cracks audibly before failing, unlike metal or steel. - Each cribbing block can hold 6,000 pounds per corner, totaling 24,000 pounds per crib box. The demonstration used a single person to lift debris with a crowbar while building crib boxes on each side for stability. - The rescue operation requires four to six people to move a survivor six inches at a time. The person maintaining the survivor’s airway and cervical spine makes the calls. Safety of the rescuer is paramount; rescuers must not reach under the debris pile. Key Outcomes - The demonstration successfully showed the lift and cribbing process, with wedges used to fill voids to prevent movement when lowering. - The survivor was extricated using a team of three (for demonstration purposes), moving six inches per count, with assistance using two-by-fours to push without reaching under debris. - The training reinforced that cribbing is labor and time intensive, and that rescuer safety is the top priority.

Ian Adams, a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) instructor, conducted a training session on the START (Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment) system for mass casualty incidents. The session covered the triage algorithm, patient assessment parameters, and color-coded classifications. Triage Training Overview - The START system is used when victims outnumber rescuers in a mass casualty incident. - Triage is a rapid assessment of patient status with a goal of spending no more than 15–20 seconds per patient. - Three primary assessment parameters: respirations, capillary refill, and mental status. - Respirations: Rate greater than 30 breaths per minute is a red flag; less than 30 is a green flag. - Capillary refill: Time greater than 2 seconds is a red flag; under 2 seconds is a green flag. Alternate sites (e.g., forehead) can be used. - Mental status: The "can do / no can do" mantra. If the patient can follow commands or answer appropriately, green flag; if not, red flag. - Color classifications: - Green: Stable, can walk, and may assist with further triage. - Yellow: Meets all green criteria but cannot move (e.g., broken leg). - Red: Any red flag, or if a tourniquet is applied, or if airway is opened and breathing resumes (automatic red). - Black: Deceased – if airway is opened twice with no breathing, leave in place and move on. - Triage teams perform rapid assessment and tag patients; a separate team transports reds first, then yellows to medical operations. - No medical treatment is performed during triage; treatment occurs in medical operations. Key Outcomes - Participants learned the START algorithm and the decision-making process for assigning triage colors. - Emphasis on speed (15–20 seconds per patient) and the use of green patients as helpers.

This session consisted of a detailed demonstration of emergency medical assessment and patient care techniques for Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members. The training covered airway management, head-to-toe assessments for conscious and unconscious patients, and the recovery position. No city council or board business was discussed. Training Overview - The session began with instruction on opening the airway of a patient with a suspected neck injury using the jaw-thrust maneuver, followed by a step-by-step head-to-toe assessment for an unresponsive patient. - A second demonstration covered the same assessment for a conscious patient, including obtaining consent and explaining each step. - The training concluded with instructions on placing a patient in the recovery position to maintain airway patency and prevent aspiration. Key Procedures - Jaw‑thrust maneuver: Positioning oneself facing the patient’s feet, using fingers and thumbs on the cheeks to move the mandible forward without compromising a neck injury. - Unresponsive patient assessment: Checking for responsiveness, then palpating for DCAP‑BTLS (deformities, contusions, abrasions, punctures, burns, tenderness, lacerations, swelling) from head to toe, checking gloves for blood after each region. - Conscious patient assessment: Introducing oneself, obtaining permission, explaining each step, and checking for motor and sensory function in all extremities. - Recovery position: Placing one arm under the head, extending the upper arm, and bending the top leg to stabilize the patient and protect the airway. No votes, public comments, or board decisions were recorded. The session was purely instructional.

The Las Vegas Arts Commission met on June 18, 2026, with a quorum present. The meeting was properly noticed and posted in compliance with Nevada Open Meeting Law. The commission welcomed new Commissioner Thompson, who introduced his background as a 46-year resident of Las Vegas, Bonanza High School graduate, UNLV music degree, and executive director of Jazz Outreach Initiative. Community Announcements - Staff promoted upcoming events: Juneteenth Festival (June 20, 4-9 PM at Symphony Park), Crit Chat (June 23, 5:30-7:30 PM at Historic Fifth Street School), and Django Vegas jazz concert (June 27, 6-10 PM). - Commissioners announced additional events: Donna Beam exhibit, 90 Years of Reflection with photojournalist Clinton Wright (July 11, 1-3 PM), Nevada Black Artists and Elders in Conversation (August 20, 5:30 PM), Jazz Outreach Initiative free summer camps, and Las Vegas Youth Jazz Orchestra auditions in August. Discussion Items Item 6: Artists' Housing Initiatives in the Arts District Alex Drosser from Economic and Urban Development reported on the city's efforts to create affordable artist housing. A 1-acre site on Las Vegas Boulevard was purchased. An RFP for a minimum 100-unit, 3+ story development with ground-floor commercial/artist space (minimum 2,500 sq ft) received 12 proposals. The top five were interviewed, and a developer was selected within the last two weeks; negotiations are ongoing. Commissioners discussed their role in supporting the project, including outreach to artists, reviewing affordability, and ensuring studio space. Commissioners offered to help with community engagement and advocacy. Item 7: Monthly Summary of Current Initiatives – Cultural Affairs Staff Staff provided updates on multiple public art projects: AMP cabinets (10 artists, 7 completed), Cheyenne Ave cabinets (6 of 10 painted), Cimarron Rose Community Center mural, Pop Squires Park mural, Huala Bay Canyon Trailhead Environmental Public Art (artist Luis Varela Rico), and the Arts District Garage Mural (artist Victoria Hart selected). Also reported on conservation: graffiti abatement, bronze sculpture restoration at Anson and Lorenzi Parks, repair of Snowball in Vegas sculpture, and condition assessments. New exhibitions: Rhythm and Resilience, Six Ways of Seeing (closing next week), and Somos Magia (call for art juried by Heidi Calle, fall show transferring to Mexican consulate). The commission noted no meetings in July and August. Item 11: Artificial Intelligence Policy Discussion The commission discussed a potential policy on AI use in public art and gallery submissions. Commissioners suggested requiring disclosure of AI use, a tiered system (e.g., ideation vs. full AI generation), and percentage of AI involvement. Concerns included copyright infringement, equitable evaluation, and the evolution of art. No action was taken; the discussion will inform future policy development. Item 12: Future Agenda Items Commissioners proposed future topics: (1) inviting educators to discuss AI in art, (2) using AI for scoring RFP submissions, and (3) adding public art at Ethel Pearson Park in Ward 5 to commemorate its history. Key Outcomes - Item 8: Appointment of Second Vice Chair – Commissioner Galati was nominated by Commissioner Clevin, seconded, and unanimously approved to serve as second vice chair until the September meeting. - Item 9: Purchase of Artwork from Rhythm and Resilience Exhibition – The commission approved the purchase of four pieces for the permanent collection: Avis Charlie's "We Are the Facts" ($18,000 from Capital Improvement Funds), Chase McCurdy's "Suspended" ($15,000 from Capital Improvement Funds), Adolfo Gonzalez's "New Town Tavern, Midnight Mass" ($12,000 from Capital Improvement Funds), and Harold Bradford's piece ($30,000 from a Community Development Block Grant). Total $75,000. All pieces will tour with the exhibition before permanent installation on the historic West Side. - Item 10: Purchase of Artwork from Urban Sketchers Exhibition – The commission approved the purchase of Eric Roberts' sketch of the pavilion pool for $125 from the Percent for the Arts fund. No public comments were received. The meeting adjourned.

In a special meeting held on June 18, 2026, the Las Vegas City Council convened to certify the canvas of election returns for the June 9, 2026 municipal primary election. Dr. Luann Holmes, city clerk, presented detailed turnout and integrity statistics. The council unanimously approved the certification after discussion. Discussion Items - Presentation of Election Certification: Dr. Luann Holmes reported that the June 9, 2026 primary election had 419,556 active registered voters, with 76,856 ballots cast (18.32% turnout). Of those, 43,889 (10.56%) voted by mail, 18,351 (4.37%) voted early, and 14,497 (3.46%) voted on election day. The register of voters identified 15 discrepancies: three voters left voting machines before casting ballots and two reactivation errors; no tabulation errors occurred across 236 precincts. Of 128 provisional ballots, 119 were verified and counted; nine were not accepted. Audits required by NRS 293B were performed before early voting, the day before election, and after election day; all systems tested 100% accurate. - Council Questions and Comments: Council members asked about the audit process, the new ballot printing system, and efforts to increase voter turnout. Dr. Holmes noted that the new system should allow faster tabulation in the general election and that the city has civic engagement programs with schools and community partners. Council members expressed appreciation for the integrity work. Key Outcomes - Certification Approved: Councilmember Kelly moved to approve the certification of the June 9, 2026 primary municipal election results. The motion carried unanimously without opposition.