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Record of Proceedings

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting - April 7, 2026

Public Meetings — Tuesday, April 7, 2026
BodyLas Vegas, Nevada
SessionPublic Meetings
DateTuesday, April 7, 2026
StatusFILED
Video Record
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Transcript — Verbatim
0:37

Yeah, I'd like to welcome everybody to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting of April 7th, 2026.

0:50

So just so you know, the items listed on the agenda may be taken out of the order presented.

0:54

Two or more agenda items for consideration may be combined.

0:57

And any item on the agenda may be removed or related to discussion, may be delayed at any time.

1:02

Backup material for this agenda may be obtained from Lou N D.

1:05

Holmes City Clerk at the office of City Clerk.

1:08

495 South Main Street, second floor on the city's web page or on the city's webpage at Las Vegas Nevada.gov.

1:16

I'd like to go to agenda item number one, which is a call to order and roll call, please.

1:23

Chair Becker.

1:24

I hear.

1:26

Excuse Commissioner Armenian.

1:29

Excuse Commissioner Gabra.

1:33

President.

1:34

Commissioner Keller.

1:35

Present.

1:36

Commissioner Zamora.

1:38

Excused.

1:39

Commissioner Burgos?

1:40

Here.

1:41

Commissioner Cornwell.

1:42

Here.

1:43

Commissioner Robinson.

1:45

Present.

1:45

Commissioner Vaucit.

1:47

Present.

1:48

Commissioner Jones.

1:50

Excuse.

1:51

Commissioner Wool.

1:52

Excused.

1:53

Commissioner Sleezer.

1:55

Present.

1:56

Commissioner Taylor.

1:57

Present.

1:57

Commissioner McEdigan.

1:59

Present.

2:00

You have a quorum.

2:02

Excellent.

2:02

Thank you.

2:03

Agenda item number two is the announcement reply regarding compliance with the open meeting law.

2:10

Are we in compliance?

2:11

We are.

2:12

Excellent, thank you.

2:14

Agenda item number three for public comment.

2:16

Comment during this portion of the agenda may be limited to matters on the agenda for action.

2:20

If you wish to be heard, come forward and give your name for the record.

2:23

The amount of discussion as well as the amount of time any single speaker is allowed may be limited.

2:28

Um I do have a few things.

2:30

I don't see anybody here for public comment, but I do have a couple things I'd like to start off with today.

2:35

I just want to welcome um a new Ward II Commissioner, uh Michael M Magedigan.

2:40

Uh he's gonna be taking over for uh Res Martin.

2:43

And uh I'd like to go ahead, Mike, if you'd like to uh introduce yourself and tell us you have a this he has this phenomenal story.

2:49

I don't even want to attempt to step on it because it's just so amazing.

2:53

You really have to hear it from him.

2:55

Okay, thank you for that introduction.

2:57

Um as he said, my name's Mike McGued again.

3:00

I've been uh resident of Las Vegas now for 20 years, been participating in corporate challenge for probably 19 of those 20 years.

3:09

Uh but the story that he brings up is four years ago, um I went into acute liver failure.

3:17

And I was in a coma for about a week and a half.

3:21

Uh during that time I went from Southern Hills Hospital here down to Loma Linda in California.

3:27

Uh became the number one recipient in the Southwest United States for a liver, was able to get that liver, obviously, before I passed.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Parks and Recreation█████████████████████████████████████████████60%
Public Safety█████████████17%
Procedural██████████13%
Youth Programs███4%
Education███4%
Arts And Culture██2%
Summary of Proceedings

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting - April 7, 2026

The Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission convened on April 7, 2026, with a quorum present. The meeting included approval of prior minutes, departmental reports on park safety and maintenance, recreation program updates, and rescheduling of the November meeting due to Election Day. A new commissioner was introduced, and a moment of silence was observed for a former commissioner.

Consent Calendar

  • Approval of Minutes (March 3, 2026): Motion carried with Commissioner Keller abstaining due to absence. Minutes approved by reference.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • New Commissioner Introduction: Commissioner Michael Magedigan (Ward 2) introduced himself, sharing his story of surviving acute liver failure and winning gold medals in swimming at the 2024 Transplant Games. He expressed interest in the new Pavilion Center pool.
  • Remembrance: Chair noted the passing of former Commissioner William McCurdy Sr., who served for 23 years. The commission observed 30 seconds of silence in his honor.

Discussion Items

  • Department of Public Safety Report (February 2026): Lieutenant presented ward-by-ward arrest and citation data. Key statistics:

    • Ward 1: 53 year-to-date (YTD) arrests/citations (+6% due to increased park presence); top location: Rainbow Family Park; top charge: remaining in park after hours.
    • Ward 2: 31 YTD (+93% due to increased traffic patrols at Kellogg’s Air and Angel Park); top charge: stop sign violations.
    • Ward 3: 138 YTD (-21% due to decrease in park violations); top location: Justice Levitt Park; top charge: remaining in park after hours.
    • Ward 4: 11 YTD (level); top location: Cliff Shadows Park; top charge: remaining in park after hours.
    • Ward 5: 88 YTD (-5.4% due to decrease in lodging issues); top location: Lorenzi Park; top charge: remaining in park after hours.
    • Ward 6: 10 YTD (level); top location: Floyd Lamb Park; top charge: remaining in park after hours.
    • Upcoming events: April 18 – Pets in the Park at Ward 4 Police Memorial Park.
    • Commissioner Gabriel (Ward 5) requested increased patrols for speeding at Children’s Memorial Park; Lieutenant agreed to raise at lieutenant’s meeting.

  • Parks Maintenance Updates (All Wards): Steve Glimp reported:

    • Ward 1: Anson Park renovation – new playground, surfacing, shade replacement.
    • Ward 2: Wallapai Trailhead – new bike racks; Kellogg’s Air – National Fitness Court Exercise Pod (completing this week).
    • Ward 3: Healing Garden – commercial-grade irrigation installed; upcoming painting at JC Levitt restroom.
    • Ward 4: Buckskin Park – playground shade replaced.
    • Ward 5: Heritage Park – perimeter fencing replaced to address unhoused access issues.
    • Ward 6: Centennial Hills Amphitheater – repainted; upcoming soft surface replacement at Stell Nil playground.
    • Commissioner Burgos (Ward 6) noted maintenance issues at Floyd Lamb Park compost area; Glimp agreed to address.

  • Recreation Center and Sports Updates:

    • Lisa Tovar reported:
      • Doolittle Active Adult Center: $12,500 Raiders Foundation grant for 500 one-month fitness passes and 18 free lunches for 50 seniors each.
      • Becker Tech: Kidcaster Studio podcast program launched; full session with waitlist.
      • Spring sports: 25 pickleball leagues (400+ players); 24 softball teams; 18 basketball teams (expected). Youth soccer: 68 teams, 7775 players (largest season). New girls soccer division: 8 teams, 85 participants. East Side Schools division: 10 teams, 140 players. Flag football: 48 teams, 485 players (largest). Baseball/softball: 22 teams, 295 players (largest). Indoor hockey: 18 teams, 175 players. Kickball: 55 players. Youth pickleball: 155 players (full). Competitive basketball: 21 teams, 4 divisions.
    • Latanya Lomax reported on summer camp:
      • Weekly enrollment: 550 spots in kids’ camp, 143 in teen camp.
      • Free Application for Free/Reduced (FAF) revamped to 75% (up from 50%) to serve low-income areas.
      • CIT program revamped with HR training.
      • Specialty camps: junior lifeguard, vet, Becker Tech.
      • Field trips planned.
      • July 4th week: Hawaiian shaved ice; all camps celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.
      • Seasonal pools: hiring fairs at Pavilion and Munipool; Pavilion outdoor pool hours not finalized.
    • Commissioner Keller asked about marketing recreational sports; staff will provide flyers to commissioners.
    • Commissioner Jones requested age group for girls basketball; staff will follow up.
    • Commissioner Sleezer asked about policy prohibiting concurrent adult/youth use of complexes; staff indicated no formal policy but some parks designated for youth.

  • Rescheduling November 3, 2026 Meeting: Discussion due to Election Day. Commissioner Taylor moved to reschedule to November 5th; motion seconded and carried. Commissioners noted day after election may be less fatiguing than day before.

  • Commissioner Reports on Ward Events:

    • Commissioner Burgos (Ward 6): April 11 – “A Night Among the Stars” stargazing at Floyd Lamb Park (7:30-9:30 PM). April 18 – Sky Canyon Pickleball Social (full).
    • Commissioner Sleezer (Ward 4): Mountain Ridge Little League awarded District 4 Little League All-Star Tournament (July 8 opening ceremony, July 9-18 games). 60-foot field tournament winner advances to regionals/World Series.
    • Commissioner Taylor (Ward 6): Thanked city for allowing student intern Sebastian Rios (UNLV, criminal justice and political science) to attend.
    • Chair (Ward 2): Breakfast Buzz with Councilwoman Kelly on April 25 (9-10 AM at Veterans Memorial Community Center). Discussed park issues on CTLV TV. Upcoming VA Games (June 22 opening at Kellogg’s Air). Met with Arts Commissioner Craig Gladdy regarding art in Ward 2 parks. Reminded commissioners to use the Parks Ambassador app.
    • Commissioner Cornwell (Ward 6): Floyd Lamb Park open house April 25 (10 AM-2 PM) for Hayborn and courtyard gazebo. May 7-8: Forever One Memorial display. August 16: benefit concert.

Key Outcomes

  • Approved minutes of March 3, 2026 meeting.
  • Rescheduled regular meeting of November 3, 2026 to November 5, 2026 due to Election Day.
  • Directed DPS to increase patrols at Children’s Memorial Park for speeding.
  • Directed Parks Maintenance to address compost area issues at Floyd Lamb Park.
  • Noted new programs and grants: Raiders Foundation grant, Kidcaster Studio, and expanded summer camp access.
  • Acknowledged record participation in youth sports leagues.

Meeting Transcript

Yeah, I'd like to welcome everybody to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting of April 7th, 2026. So just so you know, the items listed on the agenda may be taken out of the order presented. Two or more agenda items for consideration may be combined. And any item on the agenda may be removed or related to discussion, may be delayed at any time. Backup material for this agenda may be obtained from Lou N D. Holmes City Clerk at the office of City Clerk. 495 South Main Street, second floor on the city's web page or on the city's webpage at Las Vegas Nevada.gov. I'd like to go to agenda item number one, which is a call to order and roll call, please. Chair Becker. I hear. Excuse Commissioner Armenian. Excuse Commissioner Gabra. President. Commissioner Keller. Present. Commissioner Zamora. Excused. Commissioner Burgos? Here. Commissioner Cornwell. Here. Commissioner Robinson. Present. Commissioner Vaucit. Present. Commissioner Jones. Excuse. Commissioner Wool. Excused. Commissioner Sleezer. Present. Commissioner Taylor. Present. Commissioner McEdigan. Present. You have a quorum. Excellent. Thank you. Agenda item number two is the announcement reply regarding compliance with the open meeting law. Are we in compliance? We are. Excellent, thank you. Agenda item number three for public comment. Comment during this portion of the agenda may be limited to matters on the agenda for action. If you wish to be heard, come forward and give your name for the record. The amount of discussion as well as the amount of time any single speaker is allowed may be limited. Um I do have a few things. I don't see anybody here for public comment, but I do have a couple things I'd like to start off with today. I just want to welcome um a new Ward II Commissioner, uh Michael M Magedigan. Uh he's gonna be taking over for uh Res Martin.

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