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Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting - May 5, 2026

Public Meetings — Tuesday, May 5, 2026
BodyLas Vegas, Nevada
SessionPublic Meetings
DateTuesday, May 5, 2026
StatusFILED
Video Record
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Transcript — Verbatim
1:04

Hey, uh today is May 5th.

1:06

Uh it's four o'clock in this the city of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting.

1:12

Uh I'd like everybody to know on the front end that all items listed on the agenda may be taken out of the order presented.

1:17

Two or more agenda items for consideration may be combined, and any item on the agenda may be removed, or related discussion may be delayed at any time.

1:25

Backup material for this agenda may be obtained from Luan D.

1:28

Holmes City Clerk at the office of City Clerk, 495 South Main Street, second floor, or on the city's webpage at Las Vegas Nevada.gov.

1:37

I'd now like to um call this meeting to order and have roll call, please.

1:43

Chair Becker.

1:44

Uh here.

1:45

Vice Chair Niger.

1:46

Commissioner Armenian is excused.

1:49

Commissioner Gabray.

1:51

Here.

1:52

Commissioner Keller is excused.

1:54

Commissioner Zamora is excused.

1:57

Commissioner Burgos is excused.

1:59

Commissioner Cornwell?

2:01

Here.

2:01

Commissioner Robinson?

2:03

Present.

2:03

Commissioner Vaucitts?

2:04

Present.

2:05

Commissioner Jones.

2:06

Is excused.

2:07

Commissioner Wool.

2:09

Is excused.

2:10

Commissioner Sleezer.

2:11

Present.

2:12

Commissioner Taylor.

2:15

Commissioner McGedigan.

2:16

Present.

2:17

Thank you, Chair.

2:18

You have a quorum.

2:19

Excellent.

2:20

I'd now like the announcement regarding the compliance with the open meeting law.

2:23

Are we in compliance?

2:24

Yes, we are, Chair.

2:25

Excellent.

2:26

Thank you.

2:34

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

2:37

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

2:44

Seeing nobody for public comment, I will move to agenda item number four.

2:53

Agenda item number four for possible action to approve the final meeting minutes by reference to the regular meeting of April 7th, 2026.

3:08

Who's the who is that?

3:11

Oh, Brian.

3:13

Don't forget to um uh commissioners, please don't forget to mention who your name and your the award you represent.

3:19

Commissioner Vok.

3:21

It's ward one.

3:22

I move approval.

3:23

Thank you.

3:23

Um do I have a second?

3:25

Commissioner Sleezer Ward 4.

3:27

I second.

3:28

Excellent.

3:29

I have a motion and a second for the approval of the final minutes.

3:32

Uh all those in favor?

3:34

Say aye.

3:35

Aye.

3:35

Aye.

3:36

Aye.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Public Safety████████████14%
Procedural███████████13%
Technology and Innovation████████10%
Public Engagement████████9%
Summary of Proceedings

Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting - May 5, 2026

The Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission met on May 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Chair Becker presided with a quorum present. The meeting included reports on public safety in parks, park maintenance updates, recreation center updates, and public comments.

Consent Calendar

  • Approval of Minutes: Commissioner Vok (Ward 1) moved to approve the final meeting minutes from April 7, 2026, seconded by Commissioner Sleezer (Ward 4). The motion passed unanimously with all commissioners in favor.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Citizen Comment (read by Chair Becker): A letter from John Arthur Perrazzo, a resident living across from Lorenzi Park on West Washington Avenue, expressed appreciation for the speed limit feedback signs installed along Washington Avenue. Perrazzo noted the signs reduced drag racing and made the street more peaceful, and thanked the commission and staff. He also mentioned a Facebook page for Lorenzi Park with 3,500 followers and a 90% recommendation rate.
  • Staff Update during Citizens' Participation: Pat O'Mara, Deputy Director, provided an update on the upcoming CAPRA (Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies) accreditation visit, rescheduled to May 26–27, 2026. He invited commissioners to attend a breakfast meeting with the visitors and noted that a full debrief would be provided at the June meeting.

Discussion Items

  • Public Safety Report (Agenda Item 5): Lieutenant Sarkees of the Las Vegas Deputy Marshal's office presented a review of arrests, citations, and calls for service at city parks. Year-to-date resident citations decreased by 9% citywide, with the top violations being remaining after hours, unlawful presence at children's-only parks, misuse of parking, lodging without consent, and speeding.
    • Ward 1: 86 arrests/citations (increase of 7.5% due to training units). Top parks: Rotary Park (children's only), Rainbow Family Park, Gary Dexter Park.
    • Ward 2: Focus on speeding at Killages Air Park; issues with parent behavior at All American Park football games.
    • Ward 3: Hot spot – 79 arrests/citations at Justice Levitt Park; discussions on adding cameras. Other parks: Gary Reese Freedom Park, Rafael Rivera.
    • Ward 4: Low activity: Durango Hills Park (5 arrests/citations), Cliff Shadows Park.
    • Ward 5: Lorenzi Park saw crime reduction due to proactive enforcement.
    • Ward 6: Issues with juveniles on dirt bikes at Floyd Land Park; officers do not chase but engage when possible.
    • Upcoming events: COP physical fitness events, e-bike education programs with Metro and school police.
  • Parks and Grounds Maintenance Report (Agenda Item 6): Steve Lemp, Parks and Grounds Maintenance Manager, reported recent projects:
    • Ward 1: Repaired playground shades at Gary Dexter Park; replacing outfield fence at Rainbow Family Park.
    • Ward 2: New National Fitness Campaign exercise pods installed at KZ Park (half-size, 16x16 feet).
    • Ward 3: Similar exercise pod at East Las Vegas Family Park; soccer net replacement at Rafael Rivera.
    • Ward 4: Field slats at Majestic; flag planting for Police Memorial Day.
    • Ward 5: Gate and column replacement at Ethel Pearson; soft surface playground and swing installation at Bertha Johnson.
    • Ward 6: Garden beds via volunteer project; new swing set and rubber surfacing at Stelle Neal.
    • Pat O'Mara added that the city has six of these fitness amenities (two new pods installed) and plans to expand to 30 locations, ensuring at least two per ward. The new pods are the first of their size in the nation. Future installations are planned for Wildwood Park and Here's Park (both Ward 5), with shade structures to be added.
  • Recreation Center Report (Agenda Item 7): Lisa Tover, Recreation Manager, announced the 90 and Up Banquet on May 21, 2026, at Doula, honoring seniors aged 90+. She also reported on the success of the new universal fitness membership program launched in 2024, which simplified pricing and increased access. The program resulted in more memberships, higher scan rates (visits), and increased revenue. Commissioner McGedigan inquired about the new pool at Pavilion Center; grand opening is scheduled for June 24–25, 2026. Tover also noted recent Nevada Parks and Recreation Society elections: she was elected President-Elect, Jordan Duncan as Member-at-Large, and Pat O'Mara as Vice President. Next year's conference will be in downtown Las Vegas.
  • Commission Reports and Events (Agenda Item 8):
    • Ward 2: Aquatics hiring fair on May 9, 2026, at Pavilion Center Pool; Memorial Day ceremony on May 25, 2026, at Lake Sahara South Park.
    • Pat O'Mara provided the CAPRA visit update (as noted in Public Comments).

Key Outcomes

  • Approved Final April 2026 Meeting Minutes: Unanimous vote.
  • Acknowledged Public Safety Report: Commissioners commended the department’s proactive work, especially at Lorenzi Park and Freedom Park. The increase in citations was contextualized as a result of increased enforcement, not rising crime.
  • Noted Park Maintenance and Fitness Pod Progress: The two new exercise pods are operational; future installations are in design. Shade structures are planned.
  • Recreation Program Success: The universal fitness membership model will continue; senior banquet and new pool opening are upcoming.
  • CAPRA Accreditation Visit: Scheduled for May 26–27, 2026; commissioners will be invited to meet the visitors.

Meeting Transcript

Hey, uh today is May 5th. Uh it's four o'clock in this the city of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting. Uh I'd like everybody to know on the front end that all 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 discussion may be delayed at any time. Backup material for this agenda may be obtained from Luan D. Holmes City Clerk at the office of City Clerk, 495 South Main Street, second floor, or on the city's webpage at Las Vegas Nevada.gov. I'd now like to um call this meeting to order and have roll call, please. Chair Becker. Uh here. Vice Chair Niger. Commissioner Armenian is excused. Commissioner Gabray. Here. Commissioner Keller is excused. Commissioner Zamora is excused. Commissioner Burgos is excused. Commissioner Cornwell? Here. Commissioner Robinson? Present. Commissioner Vaucitts? Present. Commissioner Jones. Is excused. Commissioner Wool. Is excused. Commissioner Sleezer. Present. Commissioner Taylor. Commissioner McGedigan. Present. Thank you, Chair. You have a quorum. Excellent. I'd now like the announcement regarding the compliance with the open meeting law. Are we in compliance? Yes, we are, Chair. Excellent. Thank you. 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 of any single speaker that is allowed may be limited. Seeing nobody for public comment, I will move to agenda item number four. Agenda item number four for possible action to approve the final meeting minutes by reference to the regular meeting of April 7th, 2026. Who's the who is that? Oh, Brian. Don't forget to um uh commissioners, please don't forget to mention who your name and your the award you represent. Commissioner Vok. It's ward one. I move approval. Thank you.

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