North Las Vegas City Council and Redevelopment Agency Meeting - September 2, 2026

The North Las Vegas City Council and Redevelopment Agency met on September 2, 2026, in a joint session that included an invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, council member comments, presentations, public hearings, appointments, and a city manager's report. The meeting featured recognitions for a local health center, library card sign-up month, and quilts for veterans, as well as a detailed presentation from the Clark County School District on student safety and connectedness.

Consent Calendar

• The Redevelopment Agency approved its regular meeting agenda and consent agenda (two items) without discussion.
• The City Council approved its regular meeting agenda (Item 4) and consent agenda (Items 5 through 14) without discussion.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Redevelopment Agency Public Forum – Elihu Palmer: Mr. Palmer urged the agency to remove regulations that negatively impact citizens' rights, citing a home bakery case in Las Vegas and referencing the Nevada State Constitution’s protections of life, liberty, and property. He characterized Las Vegas officials as “corrupt socialists” and urged North Las Vegas to avoid following their example.
• City Council Second Public Forum – Elihu Palmer: Mr. Palmer returned to argue that Christian ethics are antithetical to America’s founding, which he said was based on reason and natural rights inherent in existence, not a deity. He called for a return to individualism to save the country from decline.

Discussion Items

• Council Member Comments: Councilman Baron reported on the CCSD Bright Futures Community Walk (August 25-26), an upcoming fishing trip for youth at Sunset Park Pond, and the sixth annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at Craig Ranch Regional Park on September 19, 2026, from 3 p.m. to evening. Councilwoman Goynes-Brown discussed a tour of the SNWA Garnet Valley Apex water and sewer system (a $800 million public investment employing up to 1,100 workers, 90% local), a bike club ride at Craig Ranch Park, and the ribbon cutting for Visions Park (99 apartment units for visually impaired/blind residents). Councilwoman Black noted the seventh graduation of the youth court cohort, a Day of Service event that packed 54,000 meals, and a media interview about City Hall. Councilman Churchill gave updates on the Veterans Community Commission meeting, the Citizens Police Academy opening, and a “Taste of Skyview” event at the multi-generational center.
• Presentations & Recognitions:
  • Business of the Month – Hope Christian Health Center: Recognized for providing primary care, women’s health, behavioral health, and pharmacy services on a sliding fee scale, accepting all patients regardless of insurance. In the past year, they logged over 32,000 patient visits. CEO Steve Flores accepted the certificate.
  • Library Card Sign-Up Month Proclamation: The council declared September 2026 as Library Card Sign-Up Month. In fiscal year 2026, North Las Vegas Libraries circulated 635,702 items, hosted 866 programs with 20,259 attendees, and served 3,390 kids’ cafe meals. Special 80th anniversary library cards were offered free for September. The library also announced a “Golden Library Card Hunt” with prizes including Kindles, a Las Vegas Aces signed basket, and a Vegas Golden Knights signed hockey stick.
  • Quilts of Valor Recognition: The council honored the Quilts of Valor Foundation for providing handmade quilts to veterans at treatment court graduations. The organization gave out 327 quilts last year, all handmade with donated materials. The presentation highlighted the work of North Las Vegas’s two Veterans Treatment Courts.
• Clark County School District Presentation: Region 1 Superintendent Lancy presented a disaggregated survey on student perceptions of safety and connectedness. Key findings: elementary students reported the highest connectedness in the district; secondary schools showed strong positive trends in safety and connectedness across all student groups. Principals from Kaelin, Lincoln, Priest, and other schools shared celebrations: Kaelin Elementary saw 9.9% growth in ELA, 10.3% in math, and 12.9% in science on the SPAC assessment. Priest Elementary had 25% of English language learners exit the WIDA assessment (15 points above the district average) and 78% met adequate growth. Jim Bridger Steam Academy received a 2026 Nevada MTSS Platinum Implementation Award, and its Mariachi Ensemble was invited to perform at Carnegie Hall in June 2027. Cram Middle School reported collaborations with 100 Black Men and Shoes for Scholars, and a visit from alumni Jeremy Bernard, drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers. The new school start times were discussed: middle schools start 30 minutes earlier, with attendance rates improving, and high schools start at 8:30 a.m., with positive student feedback.
• Appointments to Library Board:
  • Mayor Goynes-Brown appointed Melinda McDuffie as a public member trustee for a term ending November 30, 2026. The council ratified the appointment unanimously.
  • Cynthia Dunn was appointed as an at-large public member trustee for a four-year term, also approved unanimously.
• City Manager’s Report:
  • Team Member of the Month: Parking Services Manager Javier Lamelli was recognized for his leadership, website liaison role, and graduation from the city’s leadership academy.
  • Fire Station Visit: The city manager spent a morning with A-Shift at Fire Station 53, observing station operations and drills.
  • LEED 365 Pilot Program: A new aspiring leader initiative concluded with 12 high-performing team members completing a three-day program.
  • IT Performance: In July, the IT team opened 1,713 service tickets and closed 1,661, up from June’s 1,333 opened and 1,372 closed.
  • Upcoming Event: Glotoberfest will be held on October 2, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Craig Ranch Garden Plaza, featuring glow-in-the-dark items, bikes, scooters, and walkers. Registration is open.

Key Outcomes

• Votes: The Redevelopment Agency agenda and consent agenda were approved. The City Council agenda and consent agenda were approved. Public hearing Item 15 (vacation of right-of-way at Lake Mead and North Fifth Street) was approved unanimously. Appointments of Melinda McDuffie and Cynthia Dunn to the library board were ratified unanimously.
• No Action Taken: The CCSD presentation was for discussion only; no vote was required. Public comments from the second public forum will be referred to staff for potential future action.
• Next Steps: The council directed staff to set hearing dates as needed. The city manager noted ongoing strategic plan implementation and upcoming events.