Redevelopment Agency Meeting Approves CVIP Grant for Wonder Fine Liquids on March 18, 2026
Redevelopment Agency Meeting Approves CVIP Grant for Wonder Fine Liquids on March 18, 2026
The Las Vegas Redevelopment Agency met on March 18, 2026, to consider routine consent items and a major grant application for a new business in the Arts District. The meeting was called to order, properly noticed, and broadcast live. No public comments were received.
Consent Calendar
- The consent agenda (Item 5) was approved by unanimous vote, comprising routine items recommended by the department.
Public Comments & Testimony
- No members of the public spoke during the public comment period or the subsequent citizen participation period.
Discussion Items
- Item RA-7-2026: Discussion and possible action on a resolution for a Commercial Visual Improvement Program (CVIP) agreement between the RDA and Nevada Good Luck Investments LLC, 1301 Commerce LLC, and Wonder Fine Liquids LLC for property at 1309 South Commerce Street. The proposal included a $50,000 RDA grant to support exterior improvements for a new bar and restaurant called Wonder Fine Liquids, owned by James Manos. The total project investment is $1.25 million, with $150,000 allocated for exterior work. This is the first grant at the higher $50,000 level (previously $25,000). The applicant, James Manos, described his vision for a family-friendly, all-ages venue that would serve lunch and late-night food, focusing on local products and in-house production. He has a history in the Arts District, having co-founded Able Baker Brewing. Councilwoman Diaz expressed support for the project, noting the need for food offerings alongside alcohol and a family-friendly atmosphere. She moved to approve the item.
Key Outcomes
- The agency approved the resolution (RA-7-2026) and authorized the execution of the CVIP agreement not to exceed $50,000 from the RDA Special Revenue Fund, Redevelopment Area 1, Ward 3. The motion carried unanimously. The project is expected to be completed by late Q2 2026.
Meeting Transcript
The redevelopment agency meeting of March 18th, 2026 is called to order. This meeting has been properly noticed and posted in compliance with the open meeting law. These proceedings are being video recorded and can be viewed live on City of Las Vegas TV on Cox Cable Channel 2. You could also watch the meeting live online and access other city content by visiting Las Vegas Nevada.gov slash connect. The proceedings will be rebroadcast on City of Las Vegas TV, the Wednesday of the meeting at 8 p.m. And also on Friday at 4 a.m., Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 7 a.m. and the following Monday at 5 p.m. This building is protected by a state-of-the-art fire detection and suppression sprinkler system. If alarms should activate during today's meeting, please evacuate using the exits at the back of the chambers out to the mezzanine, proceed out the double doors to the terrace and down the back staircase. For anyone that has difficulty with stairs, please check with a marshal or fire official for assistance. Once outside, assemble on the northeast corner across the street from City Hall at Lewis and First Street. Employees wearing safety vests or our city marshals will inform you when it is safe to re-enter the building. Cards are available in the clerk's office or at the rear of the chambers. If you do not submit a card, it does not prevent you from speaking under public comment, citizens' participation, or specified public hearing items. If there is anyone present today that has a need for hearing impaired equipment, please see the city clerk's staff. And please note if you parked in the parking garage across the street, a self-validation machine is located in the foyer between council chambers and the security desk you walk through to enter these chambers. If anyone submitted a speaker card or who wishes to speak under this portion of the agenda, please come to the podium and state your name for the record. You may also address the agency members at the end of the meeting during citizens' participation regarding matters within the jurisdiction of the redevelopment agency. Although you are not prohibited from speaking during both public comment periods, we kindly ask you that your comments are not repetitive. We will set the time at one minute. Does anyone wish to come forward? Seeing no one, we will move to item number four. For possible action to approve the final minutes by reference of the regular redevelopment agency meeting of February 18th, 2026. Mayor Pro Tem, is there a motion to approve the minutes? Motion to approve. Please vote. My computer. Ah, here we go. Okay, is it working now? Yes, and my computer's not on. Not on. Okay. All right. Please post. Motion carries. Agenda item number five. Item number five is on the consent agenda, is considered to be routine, is recommended for approval by the department, and may be enacted in one motion. Mayor Pro Tem, may I have a motion for the consent agenda? Move to approve. Please vote. Post. Mo I believe motion carries. Agenda item number six. RA-7-2026 discussion for possible action regarding a resolution finding the project proposed by the commercial visit visual improvement program agreement between the City of Las Vegas Redevelopment Agency and Nevada Good Luck Investments LLC and 1301 Commerce LLC and Wonder Fine Liquids LLC located at 1309 South Commerce Street to be in compliance with and in furtherance of the goals and objectives of the redevelopment plan and authorizing the execution of the CVIP agreement by the RDA not to exceed $50,000. RDA Special Revenue Fund Redevelopment Area 1, Ward 3, Ms. Diaz. Please note this item is related to Council Item 17, R 17 2026. Ms. Babsky. Yes, good morning, Mayor, City Council members, Dean Babski with EUD.
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