Clark County Commission Joint Meeting – May 19, 2026

The Clark County Board of Commissioners, sitting jointly as the Water Reclamation District Board, UMC Board of Trustees, and Liquor and Gaming Licensing Board, held a full-day meeting on May 19, 2026, at 9:00 AM in the Commission Chambers. The meeting included recognitions, public hearings, approval of a major UMC/UNLV affiliation agreement, a presentation on the A's stadium construction, adoption of several ordinances, and a discussion on the Las Vegas Grand Prix extension. The meeting concluded with the public comment period and recess until the next day.

Recognition and Proclamations

• Recognized Nevada Mother of the Year recipients (Sarah Banda, Mary Beth Scal, and others).
• Celebrated Asian Pacific Islander Middle Eastern (APIME) Heritage Month, honoring 14 individuals including Coach Capp, Jenna Strasser, Dean Leah Chan Grinvald, and others.
• Designated May 2026 as National Mental Health Awareness Month, unveiling a video campaign in partnership with Cook Center for Human Connection.
• Presented a retirement proclamation to Steve Grierson, Court Executive Officer, after 29 years of service.
• Recognized the LIMA Program (Law Enforcement Intervention for Mental Health and Addiction) and its staff.
• Honored Clark County Social Services and Nevada Senior Services for the Hospital 2 Home program, which annually serves over 740 individuals and saves an estimated $11.9 million in avoided readmissions.
• Recognized Clark County Value Champions, including Josh Erickson and the Fire Department IT division.

Consent Calendar

• Unanimously approved the minutes of the April 21, 2026 meeting.
• Approved the agenda with item 43 (UMC/UNLV affiliation agreement) taken separately.
• Approved the consent agenda (items 11–50) en bloc, which included numerous purchasing contracts, grant applications, license approvals, and routine administrative actions.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Miguel Canales and Chris Sines (item 71): Representing DBE workers, they urged the board to pressure companies to sign a contract agreement, noting a 19-day delay since the union accepted the proposal.
• Brian Ayala (item 71): Speaking for the DBE companies, stated that an agreement has been reached and only final signatures remain.
• Lisa Mayo D'Eriso (item 72): Opposed the Las Vegas Grand Prix resolution amendment, citing months of disruption, traffic, and harm to small businesses. She noted the proximity to early voting and urged voters to vote against incumbents.
• Gwen Dwiggins (item 43): Urged the board to reconsider exclusivity for UMC in pediatric residency placement, arguing it limits access to care and that a standalone children's hospital is needed.
• Cyrus Hojati (item 72): Representing cab, limo, and rideshare drivers, opposed the Grand Prix, citing increased stress, traffic, and reduced earnings. Suggested the event be held every three years.
• Eric Ballou (item 43): Shared the story of his son Tyler, who died from cancer after requiring out-of-state treatment. He advocated for pediatric specialty training in Las Vegas and opposed exclusivity.
• Virginia Valentine (item 48): Supported funding for AB4 implementation reporting requirements.
• Al Rojas (item 77): Supported the closure of the pedestrian trail along I-11, citing homeless encampment issues.
• Alan Snell (item 73): Expressed strong support for the Complete Streets policy and highlighted the need for safer roads for all users.

Discussion Items

UMC/UNLV Affiliation Agreement (Item 43):

• Staff read two amendments: a five-year term with no auto-renewal, and non-exclusive language for pediatric residency programs.
• Commissioner Kirkpatrick emphasized the need for a separate Graduate Medical Education (GME) oversight board to ensure transparency and mission alignment. She expressed concern about the lack of pediatric specialists and other gaps in care.
• Commissioner Sagerbloom noted that UMC is under the county's control and that the board can be involved in meetings.
• The motion passed with the amendments and a commitment to revisit the GME governance structure.

A's Stadium Development (Item 74):

• Tyler Vanicott (Mortenson McCarthy) reported 550 craft workers on site daily, with all primary permit packages approved. The project is on schedule, with 15% small business commitment ($155 million) and 78% workforce diversity.
• Sandy Dean discussed phasing of the southeast garage (1,500 stalls initially, expandable to 2,500) and the central utility plant (phased due to hotel tower timing).
• Commissioner Gibson directed staff to administratively handle the garage and CUP phasing.
• Commissioner Kirkpatrick praised the A's for community engagement, including supporting a youth baseball team without fanfare.

Complete Streets Policy (Item 73):

• Dennis Cederberg (Public Works) presented a report on the 2022 Complete Streets Opportunities Report, showing completed projects on Twain, Spring Mountain, Carey, and other corridors.
• Commissioner Jones noted the policy is in the master plan and asked how it filters into design. Cederberg responded that projects include buffered bike lanes, sidewalks, and street lights.
• Discussion included monthly district meetings to improve project coordination and concerns about vacancy rates in Public Works.

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (Item 75):

• Steve Hill (LVCVA CEO) reported on destination performance: 2025 visitation down slightly, but first quarter 2026 showed improvement. He announced that Las Vegas was awarded the World Gymnaestrada 2031 (25,000 participants).
• Highlighted summer marketing, including fireworks on eight weekends, and the return of the Michelin Guide.
• Commissioner Jones discussed economic diversification and the need to tell success stories.

Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) (Item 76):

• Commissioner Jones proposed reducing the committee from 36 to 7 voting members (one per commissioner district) and 3 non-voting members from partner cities. The board generally supported the reduction, prioritizing unincorporated Clark County projects, and requiring branding on funded projects.
• Staff was directed to bring back an ordinance in two weeks.

Las Vegas Grand Prix Resolution Amendment (Item 72):

• The resolution to recognize the Grand Prix as an annual event through 2037 was approved. Management noted infrastructure improvements (track lighting, permanent gates) to condense the timeline.

Other Items:

• Item 70: Reappointment of Mary Sabo to the Art Committee approved.
• Item 71: Business Impact Statement for airport fee changes accepted.
• Item 77: Removal of a pedestrian trail segment between Sandhill and Boulder Highway approved, due to persistent homeless encampments.

Public Hearings

• Special Improvement Districts (Items 51–55): Public hearings held for SIDs 97B, 114B, 126B, and 162B. No protests. Resolutions adopted and ordinances introduced, with public hearings set for June 2, 2026.
• LVMPD Fund Augmentation (Item 56): Approved to use prior year savings for salaries and supplies.
• Air Quality Regulations (Items 57): Adopted amendments to incorporate serious nonattainment requirements for ozone.
• Water Park Ordinance (Item 58): Adopted to allow alcohol service at private events in water parks (e.g., Cowabunga Canyon).
• Tunnel Ordinance (Item 59): Adopted Chapter 42 of the International Fire Code for single-lane tunnels. Discussion on fire department response vehicle specs; Commissioner Kirkpatrick requested a timeline for completion.
• HUD Annual Action Plan (Item 60): Approved submission of the FY 2026-2027 plan.
• TEFRA Hearings (Items 61–63): Approved resolutions for tax-exempt bonds: Intermountain Health (up to $864M for children's hospital), Amplus Academy ($10M), and Delta Academy ($35M). These are not county obligations.
• Amusement Ride Code (Item 64): Adopted new code replacing the 2008 version, applicable to permanent rides (e.g., roller coasters, monorail), not traveling carnivals.
• Special Event – She's Got Game (Item 65): Approved a free public parade and concert on July 16, 2026, celebrating female Olympians, featuring Flavor Flav.

Key Outcomes

• UMC/UNLV Affiliation Agreement: Approved with amendments (5-year term, no auto-renewal, non-exclusive pediatrics). Board committed to establishing a GME oversight committee.
• A's Stadium: Staff directed to administratively handle garage and utility plant phasing; project on schedule for opening day.
• Las Vegas Grand Prix: Resolution extended through 2037, with expectations for condensed disruption.
• Complete Streets: Policy reaffirmed; quarterly reports to include complete streets elements.
• CDAC: Reduce to 7 members; prioritize county projects; require branding. Staff to draft ordinance.
• Pedestrian Trail Removal: Approved for I-11 segment; will be closed.
• All votes were unanimous unless noted (no dissenting votes recorded).

Public Comments (Second Session)

• Shoshana and Aaron Ra (Satanic Temple) urged removal of invocations from meetings, citing separation of church and state.
• Eric King requested improved accessibility at construction sites and advocated for heat mitigation (trees).
• Lindy Schumacher urged the board to insist on a GME oversight committee, warning that UMC may be undermining UNLV's medical school.
• Al Rojas proposed an exploratory committee for hosting the Olympics in 2040.
• Lynn requested an AC repair ordinance for rental properties during extreme heat, citing 513 heat deaths in 2024 and 284 in 2025.
• Alan Snell reiterated the importance of Complete Streets, noting that four Clark County school children were killed walking or biking to school in the past year.

Meeting Adjournment

• The meeting recessed at approximately 1:00 PM, to reconvene on May 20, 2026, at 9:00 AM for zoning and subdivision matters.