We will be convening our meeting in 30 seconds. [laughter] The February 4th, 2026 meeting of the city council 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 CoxCable channel 2. You can also watch the meeting live online and access other city content by visiting Las Vegas nevada.gov/connect. The proceedings will be rebroadcast on City of Las Vegas TV on Wednesday of the meeting at 8:00 PM, also on Friday at 4:00 a.m., Saturday at 700 p.m., Sunday at 7 a.m., and the following Monday at 5:00 p.m. This building is protected by a state-of-the-art fire detection and pre and suppression sprinkler system. If alarm 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. 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Please note, if you are parked in the parking garage across the street, a self- validation machine is located in the foyer between city council chambers and the security desk you walk through to enter these chambers. You must have your ticket with you to use the machine. If you do not have your ticket, see security personnel when exiting for a validation coupon. Before we proceed with the agenda, would everyone please rise for the invocation given by Rabbi Felipe Goodman of Temple B Shalom and please remain standing. Ribonos Shalam, Master of the Universe. We pause before the work of this day to acknowledge something both simple and sacred. That gathering for the sake of the public good is holy work. Our tradition teaches justice justice shall shall you pursue not once but twice because justice must shape both our goals and the way we reach them. Not only what we decide but how we decide. We give thanks for the privilege of serving this city. A city unlike any other here in Nevada. A place built in the desert by courage, imagination, and hope. A place where languages, cultures, fates, and stories meet each other on every block. Where diversity is not a slogan, but daily life. In Jewish life, we say Israel Z. We're all responsible for one another. Today, we widen that circle. All who dwell in this city are responsible for one another. Help us, oh God, remember that every policy touches a family, that every budget line touches a human life, that every vote carries a weight of trust. Grant these leaders wisdom to listen deeply. Grant them the humility to disagree with dignity. Grant them the strength to seek the common good over personal gain. Bless the city of lights that it may also be a city of light, a beacon of cooperation, creativity, and compassion. Bless the people of this community, longtime residents and newcomers alike. Bless this country we love, the United States of America with renewed faith in one another and confidence in a future we build together. And may the work begun here this morning helpless beggars continue to be not only a place where people come to dream but a place where people truly belong. Kenya son may this be God's will. Amen. >> Thank you Rabbi. Uh Rabbi before we proceed to the pledge I'd like to ask you to um say a few words and lead us in a moment of silence. uh this community lost two um very important leaders over the last few days. People that I know you know very well because they're part of your congregation. I understand that you married Alex. Um you were the officient at her wedding and the Mack family has been a part of uh the Temple Balom family for decades. Um would you mind acknowledging and leading us in a moment of prayer for Michael Mack, former city councilman and for Alex Ebstein who is the executive um vice president of the Elcortez Hotel. Thank you Mayor Berkeley for the opportunity. It is with a heavy heart that we stand here this morning and remember two lives cut too short from this world. Alexander Epstein and Michael Mack. There is an incredibly powerful moment in the book of Leviticus when God takes the lives of Aaron's children at Avanavil at a young age. And Aaron's reaction is one of those reactions in scripture that stays with us forever by Maharon. And Aaron was silent. Sometimes silence is the most important expression of grief because our words can't fully explain what our heart is feeling. So please join me in a moment of silence for Alex Epstein and Michael Mack Zrona. Rabbi, thank you so much. >> Thank you, mayor. >> I will lead everybody in the pledge. I >> aliance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for it stands one nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all. >> All right. Okay. We will now proceed to the ceremonial portion of our meeting. Good morning again everybody. This is the ceremonial portion of our council agenda. And for the first item, Councilwoman Olivia Diaz will recognize our citizen of the month. Councilwoman, thank you, Mayor Berkeley. Good morning, everyone. Welcome to City Hall and your council chambers this fine February morning. It's hard to believe we're in the second month of 2026. And is it it is with great honor that I was um offered the opportunity to uh acknowledge the hard work of someone in Ward 3 that makes life better for all of our residents. And um after many many um just highly praised uh feedback that I got about this one individual from both constituents and small business owners. I figured out uh pretty quickly that I needed to make him my citizen of the month today. So, before I announce who it is, let's have um our texts roll the video so we all know who we're talking about and who we're celebrating this morning. [music] >> [applause] >> I'm Captain Adam Cely from Downtown Area Command with LVMPD. I'm out here today with for a community cleanup with a bunch of our partners from the community. We've got the Raiders, Downtown Area Command, uh, Kasa Deus, and a bunch of variety of other partners that are here to help us clean up the area. >> That's a big one. That's a big one. Big plastic. Classic is double. Here we go. Downtown Area Command, we try to partner as much as we can uh with uh members of the community so that they see us out there. It's a really special thing when I've got officers out here. I'm out here myself and we're literally picking the garbage up off the streets. [crying] >> So, we've been doing this several times a year now. Uh this is the third time that we've done it this year. And for us at LVMPD, it's important that we get out, we walk with the community, they see us, they know that we have a partnership with them. We're here to support them through everything from public safety to literally cleaning up the neighborhood. Anybody that wants to participate, we have them come out. Everybody gets a picker and a bag. We walk around and we clean up the area. And then we usually end it at Stupac Park, Stupac Community Center with a community event where everybody comes together. [music] >> We have all s embodies these uh first of all, he's highly involved in the community and the policing in general. He's not afraid to try new things. He's a trailblazer. Um the thought of something not having been done before doesn't scare him at all like it does some people. He treats everyone like a friend from the from every employee, our front staff all the way up to uh to chiefs. That's that helps a lot. >> Congratulations, Captain Celely, on your citizen of the month award. You certainly deserve it. And if I could give a bigger award, I would. The arts district businesses are so very, very lucky to have you leading downtown area command. Your experience, your willingness to help, your innovative ideas have benefited us so much. We're very, very grateful. >> Hey, Adam, it's Maggie from Kasa de Loose. Uh, congratulations. You deserve this. Working with you through Safe Village and the initiative down here. Things have changed so much um over the last few years. families are outside, kids are playing, people feel safe, and that's because of all the hard work and dedication that you've poured into this community, but also you've just brought warmth and friendship to that, too. And I really appreciate that. Coming to all the events, coming to the park, spending time with the kids, being a goalie, but really just being somebody that's approachable, so whenever the community needs you, they know they can reach out to officers because they care. So, I really appreciate it. You deserve this. >> I'm Julie. I go to Kasa Deloo. And after you came, I've like wanted to been going outside because you kept the neighborhoods clean. Before you came, I didn't want to go outside because it's been like dirty and like trash around. But now I could get to play outside with my brothers. I play tag and stuff. Thank you for keeping us safe. [cheering] >> Come on down, Captain Sely. [applause] [applause] Can't say it any better than the children and all of the folks that acknowledged his hard work at the helm of DTAC now for how long have you been with us? Two years. That's a long time for keeping a captain. And um we're so grateful that Metro hasn't moved him yet on us because I've I think had five captains in six and a half years that I've been the council woman for W 3. So, um it really matters that we have someone like Adam um at the helm at DTEK. As the children stated, he's down to earth, he's fun, he's caring, and um he knows how to have fun. Like he really um knows how to connect with our youth. And I think that that makes us stronger as a community and it definitely um he's the bridge between law enforcement and our community so that when things go south they know that they can entrust their safety to our um law officers in uniform. Um, Captain Cely again uh has served with the Metropolitan Police Department since 2008, bringing nearly two decades of experience, professionalism, and integrity to every role he has held. These roles have included patrol and investigative assignments with Southern Nevada Human Trafficking Task Force and the Narcotics Community Impact Team. He also served as lieutenant in the Internal Affairs Bureau and the Southern Nevada Counterterrorism Center. Since joining DTAC in the spring of 24, Captain Celely's leader leadership and partnership has definitely helped us as a city navigate so many challenging times. Copper thefts were at an all-time high um that spring, which affected many business owners in the arts district. He helped us bring a safety coalition to the area. Uh he also has made himself um available to affected parties um every turn of the corner whether it's regarding a squatter house, whether it's regarding um just a lot of rampant criminal activity that is um escalating in a neighborhood. He had we had an intervention with the Mayfair community recently. He's just always always there to ensure that we are making steps towards keeping our neighborhoods safe and crimef free. That's what we're striving every single day here at the city of Las Vegas to do. So, in less than two years, Captain Celely has successfully led all of these different campaigns. What I'm most grateful for, though, is his continuence of the safe village initiative that captain, past captain or started in Naked City or Gateway District. Um, and we've continued with that work with Gasa Deloo and he already said, "We got to get cranking in 26. When's our next cleanup?" So you saw him there doing we do several cleanups in that area uh in that part of the city and we're um already gearing up for 2026. So again, Captain Cely, thank you so much for everything you've done. Um your commitment uh we can see it through and through every day. Um and I always am praying that you know we you stay safe. Um you know, every day that you and your patrolman and officers are out doing God's work in our communities that you continue to stay safe. I want to acknowledge that his wife came here um to be uh presencing this moment and so is his mom, proud mom of uh Captain Celon. We'll have him come up in a little bit. But before then, I just want you to offer some remarks about what it means to be February. Mr. February, he's telling me he is Mr. February. Not just February, you know, he's not just February citizen of the month. He's Mr. February, but he deserves that and so much more. So, here you go, Adam. >> [applause] >> Uh good morning. Uh thank you so much for the award. We have a saying about the style and type of policing that we do in our downtown communities and that is we don't police in our communities, we police with our communities. So any success that I've seen, Downtown Area Command has seen over the past two years has simply been because of the partnerships and the collaborations that we've created and that people have come out um of the neighborhoods, out of the businesses and told us how much they care about public safety and how much they care about keeping our community safe. That's the reason we've seen historical decreases in violent crime to include both property uh crimes to include both violent crimes in addition to constantly putting together community events and partnering with the community. It would be impossible for me to stand up here and go through the incredible amount of people that I've talked to over the past two years, but I'm going to try to really quick. Uh so to start off, the city of Las Vegas are incredible. Um city marshalss have been nothing but supportive of us the entire time. Uh the Yeah, we could clap for that. Yeah, we could clap for that. Uh [applause] the county as well, there are some parts of the uh downtown area command, this county, we have had the full support of the county. Um our school district, our school police, again, unwavering support the entire uh time. There's a lot of historical neighborhoods in downtown. I want to make sure that I say as many as I can think of off the top of my head, but Mayfair, Crestwood, Beverly Green, uh, Huntridge, Arch District, Gateway, uh, District, Naked City, the there isn't another place in Las Vegas where more people care about public safety and feeling safe than those communities. And again, I'm eternally grateful of the people that I've met, the residents, the um business owners that have come forward with the unwavering support that we've gotten so far. And I'll just close with this is we're just getting started and the best is yet to come. [applause] So with that, I'm presenting Captain Adam Celely his certificate. Um your image will also be on the corner of Maine and is it Goodman Plaza Way now? Um, so you need to make sure that you also take a picture with your picture um out there at some point uh before March comes. All right. All right. Um, we'll take a picture and then if um wife and mom can come and join a picture as well. Thank you so much. [applause] >> Do you want the underhair, too? [applause] >> The under. >> Congratulations. >> You didn't mention you learned it all from Balden. That's both you right up There you go. And a special shout out to >> Yes. Yes. Yes. [applause] Dep under Are you deputy sheriff? >> Under sheriff. >> Okay. Under sheriff Walsh who was a past DTAC captain and I know has trained Adam so well to be doing the job that he does. Right. >> Yes. uh hold me accountable. >> Yeah, we we we talk a lot and uh you know, it's I'm really proud of the work, Adam, that you've accomplished and it really is, you said a lot and the relationships and uh but to see your family here, you know, for those in the audience that don't understand how often that phone rings when you're the captain in that position, it's a special job, but it takes a special commitment. But Adam wouldn't be successful if it wasn't for his family, especially his wife. And Erin, I know you're out there too as his assistant that uh you know, it's just it's neverending work, but it's important work and it takes a special person to do what you've done down here, Adam. So, congratulations. You deserve it. >> And your two boys are going to watch this later cuz they couldn't get off the hook from not missing school. But can you mention them? >> Yeah. Yeah, of course. And uh as the under sheriff mentioned, you know, the amount of phone calls that I get in the middle of the night and have to jump out of bed and wake her up is unbelievable. And then uh obviously my two sons, Orion and Finn, my twin eight-year-old sons. I just want to say hi to them so we can watch this later. [applause] >> All right. Thank you. >> Thank you. For our next item, Mayor Prom Brian Kenudson will recognize the work of a great organization that is connecting children in need of a permanent home to caring families. Mayor Prom. >> Thank you very much, Mayor. So, I'm going to ask the staff from Raise the Future to come on down in a nice orderly fashion. Uh while they're doing that, give them a round of applause. [applause] Sir, earlier this morning in our in our prayer, the rabbi said in his prayer, which was meaningful, we are all responsible for each other. >> And that that is something that resonates with me every single day, our most vulnerable population are those children who have been left behind. Um, and this is the group of people that raises them up. This is the group of people that teaches parents how to parent. This is the group of people that takes those most vulnerable, most underserved children and helps them find forever homes. And it's a variety of skills talents education and experience that allows for that to happen. But each one of them touches a child or a parent or a family member's life and changes them forever. So, as a city of Las Vegas, you make the world a better place. You put Las Vegas on uh as a spotlight for how we treat children, how we treat the most underserved, underprivileged children. And this has been a career of mine focusing in on how we help those who are underserved. And you guys are the best part of my career. Um the very best part. And I am the not yet. Stop. [applause] I haven't done anything yet. Uh so I am a proud board member of Raise the Future as is our Barahus uh who is our neighborhood services director with the city of Las Vegas. Uh but again for each and every child and family and community person that you interact with it is it is so so vitally and critically important to everything that I believe in. So uh so grateful and Jess is going to be able to say a few words about what the organization is and does. But I would encourage everyone to look at uh raisethe future.org. Go online and see the services. If you're a parent that needs help, this is a great place for you to go to. Uh if you're wondering about those children who are at Child Haven right now, it's a great place to go to. Um, but it's a great place to learn about how to treat other people well, how to treat other people with respect, and how to be responsible for those around us. And Jess, I know Jess is departing the organization. Jess started the organization here in Nevada. Uh, she gets all the credit. Everything goes to her. And so, I'm going to let her say a few words about what the organization is and how it uplifts the Las Vegas community. [applause] Thank you, Councilman Kenson, for those kind words and introduction. Today, we recognize Raise the Future Day, a moment to shine a light on children and youth experiencing foster care, the families who open their hearts and homes, and the people who work every day to make permanency possible. For those who may be hearing about Raise the Future for the first time, our organization exists to ensure that children and youth experiencing foster care don't grow up waiting in foster care. We design and implement evidence-based programs that reduce the amount of time that youth spend without a permanent family and increase the likelihood of lasting, healthy connections. At our core, we believe that belonging is not a privilege, it's a right. The need for this work is real and ongoing. Children continue to enter foster care every day, often carrying trauma, loss, and uncertainty that no child should have to burden. Families want to help, but they need support, training, and encouragement to say yes and to continue saying yes. Our work lives at the intersection of urgency and care where timeline matters but relationships matter more. What really makes this work possible is people. I have had the privilege of leading this organization for the past 12 years and I want to take a minute to acknowledge the team behind the mission. They bring skill, compassion, and unwavering commitment to some of the most complex work in our community. They show up for children, for families, and for systems that need thoughtful, healthy disruption, and steady partnerships. This team understands that permanency is not a placement. It's a promise. A promise of consistency, advocacy, and long-term support. They lead with both accountability and heart, and they hold hope for children and families even on their hardest days. Raise the future day reminds us that change doesn't happen by accident. It happens because people choose to act, to invest time, resources, and belief in outcomes that may take years to build. And when we do that together, futures are changed for the better. Because we know that the future is not something that we wait for. It's something we actively build together. Every partnership, every shared commitment, every act of support, each one moves a child closer to belonging. Those outcomes are strong when we share and invest in what we know is in the best interest for children and families. I want to offer my sincere gratitude to Council Kudson who consistently shows up for children and families. Your leadership goes beyond policy. You lean in, you listen, and you live the values that put children and families at the center of decisions. Thank you for your commitment, your heart for this work, and for continuing to be a champion for those whose voices are often um left unheard. Thank you to Mayor Berkeley. Oh, yes. Absolutely. I can [applause] pause. Thank you to Mayor Berkeley and members of council for recognizing this work and the importance of investing in children, families, and safe, lasting connections. Thank you for standing with us, for believing in what's possible, and for helping ensure that every child has not just a tomorrow, but a place to call home. Thank you. >> [applause] >> Really quick, this is the best part of this whole proclamation to read. I don't read all the other stuff because you should go online and read about what great things they do. But in the city of Las Vegas, we call all citizens to observe this day to be recognized for the importance of supporting children and families in the foster care system, appreciating the dedicated work of Raise the Future, and committing to efforts that help every child experience connection, healing, and the opportunity to thrive. And we, the mayor and members of Las Vegas City Council, do hereby take great pride in proclaiming February 4th, 2026 as Raise the Future Day. [applause] Baby, >> I know. >> Okay, this is when you scoot together >> like this. >> Owen, John, come on down. >> It's a family thing. You got it. >> Totally. >> You're going to have to get scoot. Scooch more. How do we get so heavy? [snorts] >> [applause] >> And I need my uh Yeah. Get my Okay. Okay. Yeah. That's perfect. That That's it. That's it. Okay. >> [laughter] >> For our final item, we have some special guests to help celebrate the Lunar New Year. I'm going to ask the city council to please uh have a seat in the front uh so that we can observe and welcome the Lohan School of Sholan Lion Dancers to perform. May I ask them to do so now? [snorts] Please come on up. Okay. Leave my back. Oh god. Okay. Shining. [music] [music] [music] >> [music] [music] >> 3 2 3 4 [music] Hey, [music] [music] [music] hey, hey. Heat. Heat. N. [music] [music] Heat. [music] Heat. [music] Heat. [music] [music] [music] Hey Heat. >> [music] [music] [music] [music] >> Woo! Woo! [cheering and applause] Heat. Heat. [music] [music] [applause] >> [music] >> Up [music] 62. [screaming] [applause] [cheering] >> [music] >> Thank you. [cheering] [applause] >> Lovely. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. >> Thank you so much. What a wonderful uh performance as we celebrate the year of the horse. And at this time, I'd like to invite my friend uh Janie uh to join us up here and we [applause] will you tell us a little bit about Luna New Year. >> Absolutely. Thank you, Mayor Councilwoman Francis Alan Pinsky and all council members. You know what? I'm going to follow you, Councilman. Can I bring the culture ambassadors please come up just because as Okay. So, as a tradition, we like to give all of you our Thank you, Armstrong. All right. Thank you so much. And I'm going to actually invite Derek to come up because he's a better MC than I am, Councilwoman. But thank you for making this happen. I know Jerry, Sarah, all Jace, wherever you are. I know you're running around the whole team. Thank you so much. So, culture ambassador and Derek, why don't you take this because he do it so well. [laughter] >> Oh, thank you, Janet. You're so kind. We should get together sometime, huh? Or >> Mayor Berkeley. >> Yes, sir. >> Council members, distinguished guests, and members of the community. Good morning, and thank you for the opportunity to be here today. We thank you as well for your continued leadership and support of the diverse communities that make Las Vegas such a vibrant and welcoming city. As our nation prepares to mark a historic milestone, the 250th anniversary of the United States, we are reminded that America's story is not a single narrative, but a tapestry woven from many cultures, traditions, and contributions. And it is in that spirit that we are proud to share an exciting announcement today. This year in 2026, Chinese New Year in the Desert has been officially recognized as a partner of America 250. [applause] As one of the largest Lunar New Year celebrations in the United States, Chinese New Year in the desert has for more than a decade showcased the richness of AsianPacific American heritage while celebrating the values that unite all of us as Americans, community, resilience, and opportunity. Now entering its 15th year, Chinese New Year in the Desert returns to Las Vegas from February 19th through February 21st, ushering in the year of the horse with dynamic performances, cultural programming, and culinary experiences across the city. This festival has been recognized by Forbes magazine as one of the eight great places to celebrate Chinese New Year. It continues to draw residents and visitors from across the region. What began in 2012 on Fremont Street has grown into a citywide celebration spanning iconic venues such as the Palazzo Theater, downtown Las Vegas, downtown Container Park, and more. This growth reflects not only the success of the festival, but also the city of Las Vegas's commitment to embracing cultural diversity as a strength. As an official partner of America 250, Chinese New Year in the Desert proudly aligns with the mission of honoring the contributions of all Americans and ensuring that every community sees itself reflected in our American story. We are deeply grateful to the city of Las Vegas, to Mayor Berkeley and council members, and to our partners and sponsors who make this celebration possible year after year. Your support sends a powerful message that cultural heritage, inclusion, and civic pride belong at the heart of our city. As we look ahead to 2026, we invite everyone to join us in celebrating not only the Lunar New Year, but also 250 years of the American journey. Thank you very much, [applause] >> Danny. Could I ask you to join us? Sure. Um, on behalf of my colleagues on the city council, first I want to thank you so much for being here and and the remarkable presentation. What a wonderful way to start our our city council meeting. And I've got two certificates from the office of the mayor in honor of CNY in the desert. And I'd like to present that to you. >> Thank you. and [applause] honoring the Lohan School of Shaolin. Thank you so much there. [applause] Thank you so much. And may I give that to [cheering] you. And now if you will all join join me for a giant picture that would be terrific. Everybody >> come behind the people. [laughter] >> We have more. But wait, there's more. Anyway, >> of course we can echo the lowh. Almost. Thank you, [laughter] >> mayor. Thank you so much. >> Oh, thank you. Thanks for Thanks for doing this. It's so good. Thank you. >> Love it. >> I do indeed. Of course you >> Thank you. Thank you for this. Okay. We will reconvene our city council meeting in two minutes. [laughter] >> Kind of send everybody We will be starting our city council meeting in one minute. If you no longer have business in front of the city council, will you please leave? [laughter] >> Get out. >> Get out. [laughter] Okay. One, two. Well, there's only three of us. Okay. Well, okay. Okay. We have a quorum. Agenda item number seven. Public comment during this portion of the agenda must be limited to matters on the agenda for action. The amount of time any single speaker is allowed may be limited. All comments made will be cross referenced to those specific items. 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. This is your opportunity to address the council, but the council is not able to respond or engage in dialogue. Please note this will also serve as a public hearing for item 17. Will the set t we will set the time at two minutes. Does anybody wish to come forward and address the council? >> Okay, please come forward and state your name. >> My name is >> I think you need to come to the come right to the front. >> Uh, my name is Sebastian Crawford. S E B A S T I A N. Last name Crawford. C R A W F O R D. Um, my concern has to do with docket items were regarding housing. Um, basically, not only was I born in this city, borderline homeless, barely scraping by, living pizza to pizza on Little Caesar's $5 pizzas, I had to watch these multi-billion dollar properties be built. And not only did you city council members agree to our wages to not be correlated whatsoever to the profit generated by these companies, you have decided that we have basically zero rights as employees because everyone that I work with is scared of being fired because they have jobs that finally allow them to not be borderline poverty. Okay. So now now what we're looking at is we're looking at a housing crisis and [clears throat] the people that are profiting are the city members sitting on this council right here. Okay. So what we're seeing is that the housing prices have literally gone up 60% in the last 5 years. And what this means is that each and every single city member sitting at this council has profited off this issue. Okay? And so the point that I need to bring forward is the fact that my generation is getting completely screwed. Not only do we go to work to generate profit for these multi-billion dollar companies that pay me barely enough to get by. I'm seeing my rent, my prices of electricity, gas, everything go up every single year. It's getting to the point where I'm looking at all these companies and I'm wondering who's actually benefiting from this. It's one person. It's two people. It's the owners of these companies. But company profits do not generate without workers. This is something that this city I don't know how we've built the whole city around this concept being avoided. But companies do not generate profits without workers. I don't know how any of you do not understand this, but in my generation, I'm going to make sure that the profits of companies go to the workers who generate that profit. Okay. >> Okay. Thank you very much. >> Mayor, if I might just you want me to Jeff? >> Yes. >> Do you want me to He's leaving. Uh, and Mr. Nimrod, for you, just a reminder, the opening comment is for an agenda item. So, we got to be on agenda point, not a general comment. But >> this is for the >> Yeah. No, >> thank you. >> Yeah. Just make sure you do the agenda item like usual. Thank you. >> Yeah. What I usually do, what's the what's [laughter] what's what's the thing? >> Because the guy before you forgot. >> Yes. >> Yeah. No, no, no, no, no, no. But I remembered. I remembered. Hello there. >> Welcome. >> Okay. The great mayor, great council. How do y'all do today? Yes. My name is Eric Melzdc, Christ Nimrod. You can find uh Hebrews the 2 chapter the 14th to the 15th verse says about my twin brother Jesus Christ that he became a man flesh and blood like we are that through death he would destroy him who had the power of death that is the devil and free those who through fear of death were all their lifetimes subject to bondage. So Jesus conquered death and came as a man to free us from the fear of death which is the greatest fear on the planet. People are always fearful of dying because that Roman cross represents death and have a body stuck to it. Now, for my friend here, I'm in agreement with agenda 29, $45,000 for 45 youth related projects. Actually, that's like $1,000 each project. I would imagine a little bit more money would be nice. Thank you. [laughter] >> Thank you very much. Is there anyone else wishing to address the city council at this time? Seeing no one, we will move to agenda item number eight for possible action. Any item from the 9:30 a.m. session that the council staff andor applicant wish to be stricken, tabled, withdrawn, or held in obeyance to a future meeting may be brought forward and acted upon at this time. Mayor Prom. >> Yes, Mayor. I have one item. It's item 3925-0583 EOT1 third extension of time special use permit applicant owner Pacific Classic LLC at the northwest corner of Iron Mountain Road and Sky Village Road. There's an oveance request by the applicant to the April 15th, 2026 city council meeting and that'll be my motion. >> Thank you so much. Um all those in favor, please say I. >> I'm sorry. Please vote. [laughter] Please post. is everybody's not working. >> All right. >> Okay. A motion passes. Agenda item nine for possible action to approve the final minutes by reference of the January 7th, 2025 regular city council meeting. Mayor Prom, may I have a motion to approve the minutes? >> Madam Mayor, move to approve. >> Please vote. Post. The motion carries. Thank you so much. Agenda item number 10. Item numbers 10 through 28 are on the consent agenda, are considered to be routine, are recommended for approval by the departments, and may be enacted in one motion. Are there any other items the council wishes to bring forward? >> Mayor, we'd like to bring >> Sorry, I believe item 10 was going to be brought forward. I will bring that forward. >> Okay. Uh Mayor Pro 10, may I have a motion for the uh consent agenda uh for items 10 through 28, knowing we're pulling out agenda item 10? >> Move to approve the consent agenda items 11 through 28. >> All those in favor Oh, never mind. Please vote. Post motion carries. We'll bring bring uh the uh agenda item number 10 forward. of possible act a possible action to exercise the first option term to extend the master services agreement between the city of Las Vegas and the mayor's fund for Las Vegas life for one year $466,000 from the general fund. This impacts all wards. Could I um could I ask um uh Sabra and Miss Nubie and um Sally to please come forward. Thank you, Madame Mayor. For the record, my name is Sabra Nubi. I'm a deputy city manager. Uh the item before you today is the first of the optional years in a contract with the um mayor's fund for Las Vegas Life. Um, as you may recall, the initial contract was for three years and then it also includes two one-year options. This is the first of those two years and the fiscal impact is 466,000 from the general fund. Um, I'll turn it over to Miss Dobler who can talk a little bit more about what the mayor's fund does. >> All right. Thank you so much. >> Thank you, Sabra. And uh for the record, I'm Sally Dolbler, CEO for the Mayor's Fund for Las Vegas Life. And I want to thank the council and the mayor for uh the attention to our item this morning and for the opportunity to tell you a little more about how we actually operate the mayor's fund for Las Vegas Life. From 2017 to 2023, the Mayor's Fund was run as a department within the city and not as a nonprofit organization because it was in the city. When we separated in July of 2023, we became a third-party partner and had to educate the public as well as the city staff, including leadership and the departments, as to how we would work together and secure grants, work with donors, and more. And additionally, there was limited public knowledge as to what the mayor's fund even was outside of the halls, the walls of city hall. We had to build that awareness from the ground up and there's still considerable misconceptions as to what the mayor's fund does as an independent nonprofit. Every year since we launched, we've established an operating budget that is approved by our board and includes our revenue goals. And these goals represent the revenue that are the programming funds that we will grant back to the city. We exceeded our goals for the first years and have for forecasted an increase for this fiscal year which is aggressive in today's fundraising climate. Uh but we are almost at half at that for midpoint for this fiscal year. It's important to know that we are a two-person organization that processed 300 separate donor transactions last year. Uh this includes each transaction requiring time and solicit solicitation, procurement, financial compliance, stewardship for our donors and more. Um note the goals for this fiscal year do not include the veterans memorial as we are treating that as an independent project in our organization. It has come to my attention there's been some misunderstanding as to whether our board members and I assume our advisory committee, which is not governing, were advised that they would be tasked to fund raise for the veterans memorial. In reality, the only members of these groups who are working on fundraising actually volunteered to help us. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to the city, to our organization, and most importantly to our precious veterans. The mayor's fund has established pillars for fundraising that we revisit at least twice a year. And for 2026, we blended our pillars with the newly established pillars for the city. If we felt as your being our partner with the city, that was appropriate. Uh the mayor's fund is a unicorn in that there is not another hybrid nonprofit like it in the state. And while there are other mayor's funds around the country, they all have different missions and structures. After two and a half years, we are closer to understanding the community's appetite for working with an organization like the mayor's fund and have a better understanding for potential grant award success based on our history of applications. The bulk of our fundraising is through private and not federal grants and private donations. And as kind of a side note, more and more corporations and private donors are requiring a formal grant process because of the deluge they have from solicitations from nonprofits. However, pass through donations do allow the city to have significant benefit and revenue they would not otherwise be able to solicit and receive. And as evidenced by the $125,000 CES donation that we were able to turn around in a matter of days in December and currently the three-year $2 million campaign that we're launching right now with a national fitness campaign that will fund the outdoor fitness courts that will be in all of the city wards. When I gave my first presentation to our board in September of 2023, I gave them the these necessary objectives. understanding the mission, vision, goals, and needs, aligning funding needs with mission and value, and then creating a fundraising plan and a development plan. And this is not information, particularly with a hybrid organization, that can be determined in a short period of time. It can only be determined by our working experience, real world, working with a city and our donors. And these things take time. It's clear to us that we will need to revise our bylaws as we have evolved from the original predictions as to how the organization would operate most efficiently and we welcome the city to sit with our board and discuss with the the a greater understanding of what the roles and governance should be. We see the city as our partner in any successful ballist uh in any successful business relationship. The partners work hand in hand in harmony for the greatest success of the organization. This is what we want to do with the city. So we stand ready to have those conversations that clarify uh the expectations so we can create that that relationship and then with the help of our generous donors we can achieve success for this organization. So, I want to thank you for indulging me and happy to answer any questions that you may have. >> Uh, thank you so much. Are there any questions or comments from, uh, the members of the city council? I'm going to do >> N uh, Miss Miss Rooney or Nope. Okay. Councilwoman Kelly, >> um, thank you very [clears throat] much. I have no questions at this moment for um Miss Stobler. She has spent extensive time uh answering many of my questions about the budget. She has been made herself uh at a moment's notice readily available. I feel uh very good about uh I I do have some comments to make in general, but if this is the time, >> this is the time. >> Thank you. Thank you, Mayor. Um, so I I have I have spent my staff has spent a lot of time trying to um get myself up to speed being the new kid on the dis and um trying to understand the history and where we are. I f I've um as a [clears throat] result uh found it easier to focus on the last few years and particularly under Sally's leadership. I I have come to the conclusion um well first of all it's important I think to say that I am very [clears throat] excited about the potential of the mayor's fund as I think most have been uh when the idea was first introduced to the city and as we look to how other funds like these can help fill in the gaps or support what the city is trying to do particularly uh if we if we can use it in a way that leverages private dollars uh and private philanthropists and how they may want to support uh what we're doing at the city. Um and and I know that there's a big focus on youth and and and some other guidelines that you have. The mayor's fund does provide more benefit to the city than uh the contribution that it will uh receive from or assuming it may receive from the city today. and and your finances here to date have shown that. I think it's also important to note that the mayor's fund is audited and all of their accounting is according to general accepted accounting processes and there's no management consideration that was given by the auditors on how they account for their funds. And that is really important for a nonprofit to be able to be um assured by a third party that its accounting is is what it needs to be. And it's an important assurance to be able to provide as Sally's nodding and nose uh public uh the public and for private entities. I know that the city uh is in the is in in the midst still of a multipleyear cost savings uh measure measures uh frozen positions including uh going into this budget year with a proposed 2 and a half% budget reduction for this upcoming fiscal year. And in that environment, it feels uh to me inequitable for the mayor's fund to receive its full allocation. I think that the uh that along you know the the the mayor does receive this cash contribution and then does receive some some full uh I mean some inind support uh as office space etc. And the uh the mayor's fund audit for 25 indicated that the funding sources are not narrow. That's not a surprise to anybody. In fact, uh it's one of uh Sally's missions and may in fact be one of your goals by your board. But I know that expanding that fund th the the number of funding sources is something that you have shared as a great desire on many occasions. I think continued support of the mayor's fund does prevent long-term benefits by leveraging the public funding to attract private contributions for programs benefiting Las Vegas residents and the um and as I said the fund does operate uh as a net benefit to the city. I recommend that the city approve a contribution that reflects the city's financial situation. And um while I'm open to hearing others uh level uh of what that might be, I can support this item if there is a reduction in the level of support. I think an adjustment encourages greater operational efficiency. Um, it's not without understanding that it's an impact to what you're trying to achieve, but I think it uh uh while recognizing the measurable value that you contribute, recalibrating the city's financial support will promote fiscal responsibility in improve organizational efficiency and I think more importantly show to the rest of the the city staff and employees that when we are looking at asking to to take additional deficits again if that is so it has it is so at this entire this particular point I think it's incumbent upon us when we're looking giving money to uh other parties that we incorporate that fiscal restraint as well um I will say finally that one of the things that has been difficult for me to grasp What is the process or at least the process we're in now where we're looking at um an agenda item that is for the ne next fiscal year yet. The budget process has not even been pres I mean is is is ongoing through the staff but we don't even see the budget um until March for the first time. And ideally, we would not be considering contributions that are included in the budget until after we would see the budget as a whole. That makes more process sense to me. Um, but I but also I will uh note that this being my first and last budget cycle um I may be just be seeing that in a way that is unique. Thank you, Mayor. >> Thank you so much. Um Miss Rooney. Thank you, mayor. So, and thank you for polling this. I I just wanted to share I will be voting no on this item, but I wanted to provide some context um because I want to make it clear that I support the mayor's fund. I have been a long champion of the mayor's fund from its inception because our community desperately needs a successful mayor's fund. Unfortunately, uh, as my colleague alluded to in his member comments, in its current configuration, the mayor's fund has some significant governance challenges and what I would call messiness, which is ultimately preventing the mayor's fund from being and becoming the success we need it to be for the sake of our community. Now, I will share that my perspective may be a little biased because I founded and ran a nonprofit. And so, I think I have some strong opinions about governance and some experience understanding how a nonprofit should operate and how the board should interact with the executive director and community partners and how they should be involved. So, at this time, I just want to put some of my concerns on record. In its current form, it's not clear who is driving the mayor's fund. There are issues about whether the board is truly a governing board deciding the priorities, executing the mission or whether this organization is simply a function of the city as it was in its original configuration. I'm troubled that we've lost board members because of this governance ambiguity or what I would call messiness. And I've heard from several people in the community that they still don't understand what the mayor's fund is is trying to do. So I think the governance messiness um is again preventing us from being effective. We are almost three years in in its current form and we don't have a strategic plan and while the organization is independent so that we at the city shouldn't have input into the way the funds are spent um under the m the funds that the mayor's fund controls. I do have concerns about the extraordinary use of or over reliance on consultants. a concern that has actually been shared with me by several board members as well. My hope is that the board which has a new chair which um who I'm I've talked to several times and the city can work together in a more robust proactive way over the next year to finalize a strategic plan and come up with a clear mission and develop some very clear aggressive performance metrics. But unfortunately in its current form with the governance challenges, I can't in good faith vote to allocate almost half a million dollars when we have so many competing important needs in our community. Thank you. >> Thank you so much. Is there anybody else that wishes to comment? U Miss Palinski. >> Thank you, Madam Mayor. Um just by way of explanation kind of my own perspective uh larger big picture I was elected three years ago to this esteemed body and uh I came as a mom of two kids in local schools. I wanted to make an impact and come to find out when you serve on the city council you have no authority over the school district or the schools. So I thought, how can I best um make a difference in the school ecosystem? And myself and my W4 team came up with a concept of awarding an excellence in teaching award to an elementary school, a middle school, and a high school teacher in Ward 4. And it has been so warmly received. and we show up with a ginormous oversized check like we're the publishers clearing house circa 1995 if anybody remembers and gifts for the teacher. It's a remarkable thing. We have very little impact on schools. But I couldn't do this program without the mayor's fund. No one as an elected official wants to go out and solicit money. A it's not pleasant. B people say untored things. So having this vehicle, this mayor's fund, our sponsors write checks to the mayor's fund. They are completely a 501c3, meaning the people who contribute get a tax deduction for it. I never touch the money. I don't want to touch the money. And the money goes directly to those teachers that we choose every year. It's a beautiful thing. It couldn't happen without this vehicle. I just want to highlight the positive that uh without your organization, Sally, this program wouldn't be able to uh to really flourish. And uh with I would hate to see that when I go back and ask these sponsors to help pay for this year's uh distribution of uh teachers excellence award uh checks that their checks in the future might have to be bigger because they have to pay for the administration. the evolution of time. It used to be a city organization. Uh but when we solicit funds for the mayor's fund, it's very important for us to be able to tell the donor that the city picks up the administrative costs. All your money, your contribution will go directly to the good. So let's keep that in mind. Overall, we need to maintain this. Uh whether the distribution goes up or down, we can debate here on the dis all day long. But we need to have this vehicle. This vehicle needs to be self- sustaining and we don't want to ask our donors to pay for administrative cost. >> Thank you, Madame Mayor. Thank you so much. Is there anybody else that wishes to speak before I call upon the mayor prom? >> Mayor Prom, >> did you care to say something? Okay. Um, Miss Summers Armstrong. >> Thank you, Madame Mayor, and thank you so much um Sabra and um Sally for your presentation and the clarity. Thank you for taking the time to sort of educate me because I'm the newbie and um don't necessarily know all the inner workings. Um for me, I am um extremely glad that we now have an organizational structure um that has a board that has responsibilities um that can have governance. Um and I understand that there could be some still some things shaking out. Uh Rome wasn't built in a day. City of Las Vegas certainly wasn't built in a day and we are always evolving as new ideas come on board and new people come with um prior experiences and that's here to make us better. Um I'm not expecting any one person to fix everything. I think we have an opportunity to work collaboratively here um to sort of iron out the wrinkles. Um and I'm willing to give um time to get that done. Um I agree with my colleague that we want contributions from our um businesses to go to do the good work. Um, this past Christmas we were able to um ask local businesses to contribute to a huge event that we um partnered with uh Commissioner William McCertie to put on in our parks and wreck folks did at the Dittle Community Center that was absolutely phenomenal. and any person that I asked um they were willing to give. And when I was clear with them that their contribution would go to this particular thing and that it was a 501c3, they were even faster to respond. So I think we have um a need for this. Um and I think that the things that folks are concerned about um can be worked out. It's our responsibility as um a city council um to do that to work on what we believe this should be from our own personal perspective right now um as a new organization as a new leadership team and I'm grateful to have the vehicle and I'm willing to do whatever we need to to put my time in to help address some of the concerns of my colleagues. I think they're real and I'm not going to discount them. But I, as I've said to my colleagues, we have to do more than just complain about it. We have to be willing to put the work in. And I am. And I want to thank you very much for all that you've done so far. And we're going to get better. Thank you. >> Thank you so much, Miss Diaz. >> Thank you, Madam Mayor. And to echo the sentiment of um Councilwoman Summers Armstrong, I I think um MPT and I were here prior to the establishment of this new organizational structure and I think that it is imperative that we have an organizational structure that is not within our wheelhouse. It needs to be separate. The bright line needs to be there and it needs to be its own creature and it has to be its own 501c3 um independent of us the city. Everything in its infancy sometimes is not going 100% and I mean the baby gets sick, it starts to walk, it takes a fall. Um, but I think the purpose and the intent and the mission and the heart is there of of wanting to do more by our communities and having an avenue by which we can pursue some of these projects that if we don't do it philanthropically, we're not going to really see them materialize. And we're going to have to keep kicking the can down the road instead of tending to the needs in the community because we don't have the means and we don't have a way to attract people to give to those projects that are so so needed now. not 10 years when the when our budgets can afford it. So, I understand, but even the budget decrements that we're requesting of different departments are not a for sure thing yet. We're still holding all of our fingers and toes crossed that that um all of the revenue that's coming in is staying steady and not at a delta in the negative, but just staying even. And I think that as long as we see that, I don't think we're going to have to request the the the other um departments take decrements. We are asking, embracing and preparing. It is a preventative drill. And I think that then if we do start to see the delta in revenue going in the wrong trajectory, then we have that conversation during budget conversations and then we brace ourselves for the what we should do in the future. But um I think that it would be very damaging and paralyzing if we try to just not continue to do the good work that the mayor's life fund and I feel at ease that we are being audited. It's passing with flying colors. There are no concerns being raised. Um that for us I think is the biggest thing is that to ensure that what we're saying we're going to use the money for and that it's going to go to the community goes to the community and nothing else. So, um I'm going to be supportive of continuing to support and trying to figure out what the best path for um the mayor's life fund to is to to just get you all on track and making sure that we're doing the best that we can with given the situations that we're going to confront because no one has a crystal ball and we don't know where what's going to happen in six months from now. But I would like to have this as a fundraising um uh capability for the city to meet the needs and the demands that we will face or might. >> Uh thank you so much Councilwoman Mayor Pro Tim. >> Thank you mayor. I just I've probably been working with mayor's fund more so than anybody outside of Councilwoman Diaz because I was with the city 10 years ago or maybe I'm older than that 15 years ago. Um but it started because of a lot of the work that the city was doing in education. We had donors coming forward saying they wanted to give money but would not give money to the city. And that's how the conversation started. That's how the evolution has have has evolved. That's how we've evolved as a community. And this is something that we see in most major cities around the country is an investment in the future because there are people out there that don't want to give money to a city. They want to give it to something like a mayor's fund. So you see it in cities around the country. I've personally worked with the mayor's fund. I think it's important and I'm I'm going to put a plug in because I want to continue to work with you Sally. Um the the first time was with so a little bit of controversy around mental health programming um and the city's role in mental health programming for youth. So I convened a coalition of group a coalition of people that wanted to really focus in on teaching hope to young people. And there was donors that wanted to come forward and support me in that effort. The only way they would give money is through the mayor's fund. And through that funding we're able to provide training and services for staff at the city. We were also able to provide messaging throughout the community around the importance of hope for children. Um other initiatives have included higher education uh and the local school district and the school district was a challenge at that point. They'll be better next and I hope to come to you and ask for you for your board's support in allocating funding towards youth. Um and then the next initiative I I talked with the mayor. I'm working really closely with a lot of the all of the presidents and of the universities and colleges in Nevada around our mental health and health care pipeline and I have a a strong gut feeling is that I'm going to be calling on you and your board to support efforts on behalf of donors uh to give greater access to health care within our community. So I think the role as city council person allows me a bully pulpit to stand on and when you do that people come forward and say let me help you and it's very easy to say I know how to let you help me and here's Sally. Uh and so I hope we can continue this relationship because I have a lot of ideas. I have a lot of coalitions that I've built and I'm going to need a funnel of of of a funnel for for donors out there who want to give and support uh our vision for for a better community and a better Las Vegas. So, I'm in full support. I would make a motion to approve, but before I do that, u I had promised a commitment. I put my money where my mouth is and on behalf of the mayor because I told her I would give because I missed her birthday party. Uh I do have a check for you. So, I'm going to I'm going to ask Miss Lewan to hand over my contribution to the mayor's fund that I owe you that uh and so uh with that madame mayor, I'm comfortable with the item as is. I've heard all the discussion. >> I was also a consultant to most of the major nonprofits in town and there wasn't a single nonprofit that I ever went to that didn't bring up governance as one of their major issues. So, it is something that you continually work towards. I am certain you heard the messaging today to we always need to improve and I am there to help help you improve where you need to. And with that, I'm ready to make a motion to approve the item as is. And thank you for your help. >> Thank you. >> Please vote. >> Post. Motion carries. Thank you very, very much. >> Thank you very much. And we look forward to an even deeper in partnership with you. So, thank you. >> Thank you. And thank all of my colleagues for speaking out. I think we could always do better. And the comments that were made today, I am sure uh will be taken to heart and we will be a better and stronger mayor's fund for life in the future. Agenda item number 29, discussion for possible action on the Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program, grant review board recommendations to allocate $45,000 for 45 youth initiated projects general fund. This affects all wards. Dr. Malich. >> Thank you, Madame Mayor, City Council. Dr. Tammy Malich, director of youth development and social initiatives for the city of Las Vegas. And except for the mayor, I have the best job in the city. Um, because I get to hang out with our future leaders. And today is going to be an exercise where you all get to see that. It's exciting because this is our 26th year for Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program, YAP. And to date, the program has funded $735 projects totaling $729,344 of city investment with a match of 7.2 almost $7.3 million. The return investment is pretty extraordinary. Um, in order to be eligible, it is open to youthled, youth initiated neighborhood associations, social organizations, religious groups, and or educational institutions. They do have to have an adult advisor. And our 2024 25 lineup recipients created positive impact within the community by completing their projects on time. Our young people this year had very unique and compassionate projects and I want to applaud them in advance for their commitment to the community. You will be able to see that these young people are future leaders and they are also leading in the present while they're dealing with an uncertain world. Our WEAP youth are breaking down barriers and helping others during their time of need. Before I hand it over to my fabulous co-presenters, I would like to recognize all of our youth WineApp recipients and adults who are in the audience today. Please stand. [applause] >> [applause] >> So for anyone out there that is concerned about our youth and our future, I think this is a testament to we're going to be just fine. With that said, the WEUP board is recommending 45 neighborhood projects to be funded for a total of $45,000. I would be remiss if I did not thank our grant review board and who volunteered their time for this process. Um, I also want to thank our mayor and city council for the funding for this. This has continued before I got to the city and it continues today. Our city staff that helps make this possible. The city attorney's office, specifically Carmen Gilbert and Michelle Alanis. the city clerk's office, specifically Brian Carroll, Nick Crawford, Ivette Lzoya, Samantha Dicola, and Gabby Portio, and other city staff, Jana Hudson, LSanna Smith, and Jeffrey Bazo um for helping us uh accommodate setting this up, reviewing the presentations. This board actually views all presentations and and then deliberates and makes a determination. Um, at this time I would like to h turn it over to our fabulous WEAP board chair, Ayana Castro, and Khloe Camaro, the WEAP board vice chair. They're going to go through the rest of the presentation. And I want to point out that these two young ladies have interned at the city. They've been WEAP recipients. They're part of our youth leadership advisory council. Um, Ayanna has done teen talk at KC radio. These young ladies are incredible and so it is my pleasure to turn it over to them so that they can take you through the presentation. >> Thank you. [applause] >> Good morning, Madame Mayor and City Council. My name is Ayanna Castro and I'm an Arborview High School student. I'm a junior. This is my second year serving on the WAP Grant Review Board. This program is unique, offering endless opportunities to youth members and the community. I was amazed by the beautiful stories from the youth organizations that only wish to improve their communities. I leave I leave here very inspired and tremendously grateful for this opportunity. It was remarkable that not only the youth built such a strong idea, but also presented their exceptional thoughts with a clear mission and passion for what they are doing. This year, I'm honored to serve as the chair of the Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program Review Board. I am beyond impressed with my fellow board members and all the youth groups who have partnered who have participated in this year's funding cycle. This year showed us how important giving back to our communities can be. But what is really amazing is our youth paving the way for others. Good morning, madame mayor and city council. My name is Chloe Camrio. Chloe Kh Lamaro C A M A R I L L O. and I am a freshman at Northwest Career and Technical Academy. Uh this is my third year serving on the WEAP Grant Review Board and I have applied for and received the WEAP grant five times before. Uh this year I have the pleasure of serving as the vice chair. I want to thank you for such a fantastic opportunity to serve on the WAP board again and again. Um, I have learned and gained so much experience this year and I hope to use this experience as I continue to grow and encounter opportunities to serve. Chloe and I would like to recognize this year's 17 board members, nine of whom are adults that mentored and guided our eight youth members and thank them for volunteering this time for the grant review process. If any of our board members could attend, please stand when we call your name to recognize you. Starting with our adult members, Alex Bernal, Erica Borgs, Samantha Bergus, Marquetta Marquetta Deville, Elizabeth Lopez, Delator, Bren, Brenda Frank Flank, Maria Jose Travena, Espinosa, Julius Lightfoot, and Eda Edo Ed. [laughter] And our youth members are Ayanna Castro as our chair, myself, Khloe Camaro as vice chair, Jericho Cruz, Harley Quinn Jane Diaz, Pearla Hernandez, Sky Jones, Zeon Moore, and Scarlett Moda. >> [applause] >> This year, the wager review board recommends 45 projects for a total of $45,000 in grant funding. Together, these projects will provide will provide within the city match of $67,216 in volunteer hours, in kind donations, and financial contributions. 15 community service projects such as collecting supplies and distributing care packages for marginalized populations and essential workers. 12 community community education projects such as advancing literacy efforts, learning new skills, and increasing awareness of community health and safety issues. Oh, I'm sorry. Four community improvement projects focus on creating a clean and safe community free of trash and dangerous debris. 14 projects that encompass two or more focus areas in their community focused work improvement service and or education. In word one, care for change amount uh recommended $1,000. Camera kids through the eyes of youth $700. Crown Together Crown Care $1,500. Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada, Troop 760, Snuffle Love, $1,500. Magic Moment Makers, The Healing Hands, $700. Read Up Youth, Little Libraries, Big Futures, $1,500. Soul Fruit Food Kids, Hole in the Wall, $1,000. Western Family Suitup for Summer $1,400. In War Two, Enriching, Enriching Explorations and Engineering, Lab Rats, $1,000. Eva Wolf, Project Sunshine, $1,000. Phoenix Effect Operation Team Champion, $800. The All Sparks Robotic Mixer, $1,400. In word three, Equipo Academy, Pet City, Protect Protecting Stray Animals, $500. Equipo Academy, Time Flies, Honoring Our Elders, $1,000. John C. Fina Fremont PDMS Leadership Community and School Recycling Hygiene and Sustainability Initiative, $1,000. Continuing on with word three, Las Vegas Academy, Black Student Union, Black Brilliance, Pathways to Academic Power, $1,000. Stars Community Development Corporation, Loving Them Pause and Claus Community Giveback and Showcase, $1,400. STEMreneurs STEMreneurs Roboticis Roboticism, Innovation, and Financial Literacy, $1,000. Valley HSMS STEM Ready Prep Go, $1,000. Ward four, community projects, arts and reading, a book tasting, $1,000. Hearts of compassion foundation, heart of the community, $600. Sense size and samuris moments music matter, $600. Tara Academy of International Studies, Grower Garden, $1,000. And continuing, the mahogany experience, the beauty and bold, $700. Top Enrichment Community Development Corporation, Top Enrichment CDC Literacy and Reading Enrichment Program, $600. In word five, Las Vegas Alumni Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Dr. Betty Shabbaz, Delta Academy, Rose Book Drive for Kids, $1,300. A Techch Mental Health Club Awareness Empowerment Health Fair, $700. Advanced Technology Academy, Black Student Union, Colors of Courage, $1,000. AKA Teens Youth Enrichment Group, AKA Teens Serving Our Community, $900. Ward Five continued. Black Student Union, GVHS, Hearts in a Box, $600. CYTN Project 8,000 or 89,16 Never Give Up on Your Dreams, $1,500. Cheyenne High School Batteries Included. Readers Reaching Readers $500. Hearts and Harmony Youth, Hearts and Harmony, 6 $600. Heart, Heroes and Hearts, the Blessing Project, $1,000. Continuing on, Jump Squad, Inc. Pack of Hope $1,500. KO Canut Academy of Arts, Black Student Union Club, Being a Service to Others, $600. Mass Liberation, Roots of Liberation, The Healing Garden Circle, $900. National Honor Society, CNHS West, Project 150 for School, $1,000. Nevada Volunteers, Nevada Volunteers, Youth Commissioner Project, $1,000. Operation Chill Crew, Beat the Heat Baskets, $1,000. Ward six, K. Carl K. Carl Elementary School Student Council, KCES Community MVPs, $1,000. KCES drama club from classroom to curtain call. Inspiring youth performance at K. Carl Elementary, $1,000. Project Real Book Drive and Holiday Care Kit for Youth, $1,000. Summerskit, Kai Point Junior Lighthouse, Books for Brave Kids, $1,500. And this next one is for all words. Hearts in Motion, Dancing My Movie, Moving Bodies, $1,500. Ayanna and I want to give a big thank you to each of the youth groups who presented. I commend them on their courage to stand before such a large board of individuals who sh who share their ideas with us. They did an excellent job and their projects were not only creative but also served a variety of essential community needs. On behalf of the WAP grant review board, we would like to thank the mayor and council members for your continued support of YAP. We would also like to thank all of the youth supporting adults who are giving back to the community. Additionally, I would like to thank the de the department of youth development and social initiatives and the director Dr. Tam Malage for believing in youth in our communities. Finally, our gratitude to the entire staff who made YAP successful. A special thank you to Tara Manor and her leadership and guidance throughout the YAP process. We could not have we could not have done this without her support. So, thank you so much. >> Thank you. >> Thank you. Thank you, Madame Mayor, City Council. That concludes our presentation. With that, we are asking for approval of the WAP of the Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program recommendations for the allocation of $45,000 to the youthled projects. Thank you. >> Thank you so much. And a splendid job, ladies. Thank you so much. Is there anybody on the council wishing to say a few words before we vote? >> No. [laughter] Okay. No. Yes. No. Okay. >> Madam Mayor, if I can just uh commend the young ladies, Miss Castro and Miss Camaro for an excellent presentation, but also dedication. I'm hearing it's many cycles of WEAP that you've been involved. So, um the future is really bright. uh makes my heart happy knowing that we have committed youth that will succeed us um in the years ahead. So well done ladies. And then Miss M Dr. Malich is it the first is is 45 a top number of funded projects? I just just for a frame of reference this is the most we've ever funded in a cycle. >> That's uh through you madame mayor. Um, in response to Councilwoman Diaz's question, the $45,000 is the amount that the city provides for this project and program. Since I have been at the city for six years, it has been 45,000. >> Thank you. >> Yes, Miss Rooney. >> Thank you. I had the same question and I would love I love this program. I think it does so many great things in terms of promoting youth development and also really promoting civic engagement and addressing community needs. And so I would love um our city manager if we could maybe think about actually increasing the budget if it's been 45,000 because I noticed that we actually have more applications. So the overall amount So the overall amount was reduced this year. So, I would love if we could have a conversation about maybe increasing that, please. Thank you. >> Thank you. Thank you so much. Um, Miss Kelly, did you care to say comment? There's no need to. >> Thank you. I just I I'm just very proud. It it I'm just very proud and it's really exciting to see our youth getting involved and making recommendations on how to improve our communities. So, I I I'm speechless. Thank you. >> Thank you. >> Um I've had the opportunity this morning to meet a number of aspiring future mayors of the city of Las Vegas. I have promised them all that I will keep the seat warm until they're ready. [laughter] And with that, Mayor Prom. >> Thank you, Madam Mayor. I was just going to point out Miss Ayanna was my intern over the summer and presented to the Southern Nevada Regional Planning Coalition and convinced them to end that organization and create the Southern Nevada Council of Governments. So, thank you for changing Nevada forever today and with the Council of Governments. And with that, I will move to approve all of your recommendations. >> Please vote. Post. >> Motion carries. Thank you all so very much for being here. Agenda item number 30, boards and commission discussion for possible action regarding the appointments of city of Las Vegas employees Tom Hornsby and Yafrey Yered Techlo as board members. Pardon me Mr. Techlo for that. um and Taylor Fishell as alternative to the sewage and wastewater advisory committee. The three members and alternates appointed by the city are required to be city employees are actively engaged in operations or management of sewer facilities. John Benort was appointed to the board in 2014 and Dan Combmes was appointed in 2024. However, they no longer work for the city and replacements must be named. I move to approve the appointments. Please vote. Oops. Post. Motion carries. Agenda item 31, recommending committee bills eligible for adoption at this meeting. Bill number 2026-2. Councilman Kenson, would you like to have the bill read, >> please, Mayor? >> Bill number 2026-2, an ordinance to adopt that certain document entitled development agreement for property formerly known as Cachman, including the incorporated cashman site development standards and other incorporated elements, and to provide for other related matters. >> Move to approve. >> Please vote. Post. Motion carries. Agenda item 32, bill number 2026-3. Councilman Kenudson, would you like to have the bill read? >> Yes, mayor. >> Bill number 2026-3, an ordinance to adopt that certain document entitled development agreement for property formerly known as Grant Sawyer, including the incorporated Grant Sawyer site development standards and other incorporated elements and to provide for other related matters. >> Move to approve. >> Please vote. Post. Motion carries. Agenda item 33, new bills. Items 33 through 37, bills 2026-4, 56,7, and 8 will be heard at the recommending committee meeting on Tuesday, February 17th, 2026. City attorney, would you read the new bills? >> Yes, ma'am. Bill number 2026-4, an ordinance to amend LVMC section 2.26.40 40 pertaining to the compensation for alternate municipal judges and to provide for other related matters. Bill number 2026-5, an ordinance pertaining to community redevelopment, adopting a third amended and restated redevelopment plan for the redevelopment area commonly known as redevelopment area 1 to expand the redevelopment area associated with that plan and providing for other related matters. Bill number 2026-6, an ordinance of the city council of the city of Las Vegas, Nevada, authorizing the issuance of its city of Las Vegas, Nevada general obligation limited tax city hall refunding bonds, additionally secured by pledged revenue series 2026 C for the purpose of refunding certain outstanding bonds, providing the form, terms, and conditions of the bonds and the security therefore and other details in connection therewith, providing other matters relating there to, and providing the effective date thereof. Bill number 2026-7, an ordinance providing for the issuance by the city of Las Vegas of its general obligation limited tax medium-term various purpose bonds series 2026D in the amount aggregate principal amount of $24 million for the purpose of financing the cost of recreational projects providing details concerning the bonds the project and general tax proceeds and providing other matters relating there too. Bill number 2026-8, an ordinance providing for the issuance by the city of Las Vegas of its general obligation limited tax medium-term building bonds series 2026E taxable in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $10 million for the purpose of financing the cost of building projects providing details concerning the bonds the project and general tax proceeds and providing other matters relating there too. >> Thank you so much. New bills 2026-4,567 and 8 are assigned to the February 17 2026 recommending committee members Councilman Kenudson and Councilwoman Palinsky and DAS. If any so designated or unable to attend, the clerk's office will coordinate finding substitutes as necessary at my direction. And I thank you. Agenda item 38. Item 38 is on the consent agenda is considered to be routine and is recommended for approval by the department or community of community development. Mayor Pro10. May I have a motion to approve this consent agenda? >> Move to approve the consent agenda. >> Please vote. >> Oops. Post. Motion passes. Agenda item 38. This item was held in obeyance till the April 15, 2026 city council meeting. >> Agenda item 40. Let's set the date on any appeals filed or required public hearings. I would instruct the city clerk to set the public hearing dates and appeals from the city planning commission meetings and dangerous buildings or nuisance litter abatements. >> We'll do. Thank you. >> Thank you so much. Agenda item 41, citizens participation. Public comment during this portion of the agenda must be limited to matters within the jurisdiction of the city council. No subject may be acted upon by the city council unless that subject is on the agenda and is scheduled for action. If you wish to be heard, please come to the podium. Give your name for the record. The amount of discussion on any single subject as well as the amount of time any single speaker is allowed may be limited. This is your opportunity to address the council, but the council is not able to respond or engage in dialogue. Are there any members of the public who wish to speak under this portion of the agenda? >> I wish to speak. >> Well, please go ahead. [laughter] >> Marvelous Mayor Shel and the great council. My name is Eric Melzdc Christ Nimrod. Um, my twin brother Christ Jesus said in John 10:10, "The thief, the devil, and his pagan religions come only to kill, steal, and destroy. But I have come that you might have life and that more abundantly, not death." I don't know why people worship this dead man on the cross. They on the cross. He's not on the cross. He's on the throne. read Revelation 3:21. Anyway, I'm here to uh discuss um agendas 2227, extensions of contract expiration dates between the city of Las Vegas and the regional transportation commission. The this is all about extending contracts. the um the bus company should run more punctually and not extend the time in which they want. If they come at 10:30, they should be there at 10:30, not 11:45. Thank you. >> Thank you very much. Is there anyone else that wishes to address the city council? Would you please state your name again for the record? >> Uh once again, my name is Sebastian Crawford. S E B A S T I A N last name Crawford C R A W F O R D. If I all if I came here today trying to sell you a 2000 Toyota Camry for the price of a MSRP Toyota uh Camry that is selling at a brand new dealership, you would all laugh at me and you would say uh you're smoking meth or you're doing something uh insane. And what all of you are trying to do and members of this city are trying to sell me a house for a million dollar that they bought for $50,000. Not only is this irritating because my my wage does not match the price of a home, you are trying to profit off of a housing crisis. Okay? So, we need to look in the mirror today and realize that you're not going to make money off the backs of other people. Okay? You're not going to make money off of a housing crisis. What the city needs to do is pass an ordinance saying if you cannot afford the house at the price you are trying to sell it, you will not be able to sell that house. Not only is it just is it just, it is fair. Why is it fair? It's fair because you are not going to profit off of a depreciating asset. It would be like profiting off a 2000 Toyota Camry. What? That's It doesn't make any sense. You're profiting off a house that hasn't been updated in 20 years. This doesn't make any sense. And not only that, zoning accounts for 20 to 25% of the cost of a house according to the developers that are developing here in Las Vegas. I worked in the building department. I see what kind of revisions need to get approved and they do it to increase the profit that the building department generates. I mean, the reason why this whole zoning department exists has a good reason, right? We want to make sure our city is planned, but it's literally accounting for 20 to 25% of the cost of new build homes. And these new build homes are cheaper than these homes that have been here for 40, 50 years that have increased in value for no reason. They I I'm going to these houses that are for sale. They haven't been renovated in 20 years and they're trying to charge me $2,000 a month that you guys pay for your five-bedroom houses. Is that is that just for anyone? How is that just for you? If you want money, you are going to work for it like everyone else in this city. You're not going to profit off of the housing crisis. And there's plenty of land. We can sell this land to these developers. If you go on Dr. Horton, uh, which is a building developer. If you go on their website, they say they're actively ready to acquire land to build properties for people to live in. The city of Las Vegas has land to sell. The federal government owns 88% of the land, but we can talk to the federal government and get that land to Dr. Horton. Can we not? >> Mr. Crawford, thank you so much. Is there anyone else? Please come me uh state your name for the record. You'll have two minutes. >> Good morning, Madame Mayor. My name is Nathan Atkins. I am the executive director with the Veteran Advocacy Council and I am here to just inform you about a veteran pinning ceremony. We are going to be pinning veterans February 26th at 3 p.m. at the Dolores Werta Center in North Las Vegas. This is to honor the Black Veteran leaders uh during Black History Month. >> Thank you. >> Would you state the date and time and location one more time? >> Certainly. It is February 26th starting at 3:00 p.m. It's from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and it's at the Dolores Werta Community Center in North Las Vegas. >> Thank you so much. >> Thank you. >> Is there anybody else wishing to address? Please come forward and state your name. You have two minutes. >> Hello, my name is Shosana and I would like to offer a bit of history. give your last name as well. >> Shashana. I just go by Shashana. >> Okay. Thank you. >> Okay. Um and I would like to offer a bit of history regarding the pledge of allegiance which is recited at every Las Vegas city council meeting. The pledge of allegiance was written in 1892 by Francis Bellamy. Although Bellamy was a religious man and became a Baptist minister, he was also a strong proponent of the absolute separation of church and state and he opposed government sponsored prayer which we do here. As such, the original pledge made no reference to any god. It reads, "I pledge allegiance to my flag and to the republic for which it stands, one nation indivisible with liberty and justice for all." But in the 1950s, the Christian nationalist movement and its alliance with top politicians was in full force. It was not until 1954 that the words under God were added to the pledge during the presidency of Dwight Eisenhower. And then in 1952, the National Day of Prayer was approved by President Harry S. Truman. Back to Eisenhower in 1953. The National Prayer Breakfast was established in 1954. In God we trust was added to our postage stamp. In 1955, in God we trust became the official verbiage on our currency. In 1956, our national motto became in God we trust. These developments marked a departure from the original intent of the US Constitution, which deliberately established a secular government and protected both freedom of religion and freedom from religion. The separation of church and state safeguards religious liberty for everyone by ensuing that government does not favor one belief system over others or over none at all. As our city continues to serve a diverse and non-religious population, I encourage reflecting on how religious expressions and invocations are incorporated into government proceedings. like other countries where there one particular religion is the law of the land and freedoms are barely existent or non-existent especially for women's autonomy and the LGBT comm community the goals of the Christian national movement across this country are no different >> thank you so much >> thank you for listening and thank you for learning >> I appreciate it very much >> thank you >> anybody else wishing to address the city council seeing no one, we will emerg agenda item number 42, council emerging issues. Discussion regarding potential items for future city council agendas or awards. Any discussion must be limited to whether or not such proposed items shall be placed on a future agenda. No discussion regarding the substance of any proposed topic shall occur. No action may be taken. Do any members of the council have any topics they would like to bring forward under this item? Seeing none, we will move to agenda item number 43. Council members recognition. Comments made by individual city council members during this portion of the agenda will not be acted upon by the city council unless that subject is on the agenda and scheduled for action. Why don't we start with Miss Summers Armstrong? >> Thank you, Madame Mayor. We have had a very busy start to Black History Month. Um, and it's was wonderful to see uh the celebration of Chinese New Year as well. So, there's a lot of uh nexus in this interest in sharing and um honoring all c cultures. So, on the 4th of uh on January 23rd, uh we were at the Dittle uh active adult center um with the Nevada Free Taxes Coalition to help them kick off their volunteer income tax assistance program. Uh this program is to help folks with lower incomes and their families to to file their taxes for free. Um, so if you are one of those folks and you need some assistance, uh, please go to their website. We actually have a flyer later in our presentation. Um, they the appointments fill up quickly. Um, but they are here to help and we don't want folks um missing out on getting their taxes refunded, but also this is a great opportunity for you to get your taxes filed in order to ensure, especially our seniors, that no one is falsely using your identity. Um, so please avail yourselves of that. On January 24th, we had sharing with Shandra. uh that took place at the Becker Tech Center uh uh in Ward 5. It was amazing. We had wonderful presentations and I'm grateful to the community members who came out to to uh chat with us and learn about um the many services that are available and to have their questions answered. Also on January 24th, we were at the Nevada Partners uh facility with um Congressman Horford and Commissioner McCertie for the CBC Tech Brain Trust Las Vegas Tech Summit. That is a mouthful but I will tell you its purpose was uh to pre prevent to present um interesting information about te emerging technologies that are available and could provide uh economic growth and mobility in our communities and the opportunities that are available there. It was amazing and um we had folks from the city of Las Vegas there um to really also observe and we will be trying to uh incorporate some of these um new technologies into what we are teaching our young people uh in uh the city of Las Vegas. That same night also at Nevada Partners was their inaugurable inaugural lift someone up dinner. It was a great opportunity. I want to just mention that the uh picture on the far right lower corner is my handsome son Brandon. Uh he was the uh violinist for that evening uh and uh son of this community. It was a beautiful event and uh raised um awareness and funding for community uh partnerships. On the 31st of January, I attended the annual African Community Leaders Networking Breakfast and Convening also at Nevada Partners. Um we had a wonderful time. Uh we had community leaders like um Commissioner McCertie II and uh my friend that assembly men Yui Wyn there and community advocate Tara Hessabula with ACOU there really talking to um the African diaspora about uh what is going on in our country and how they can uh inform the members on how to stay safe and just how to participate in our local economy. It was wonderful that night. Um I this is a special shout out to Elder Christian Holmes. He was inducted um as the pastor of Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church. Um they had a wonderful celebration for him. Many faith leaders and community members were there at that event and it's always wonderful to gather and celebrate the growth of a son of the community. Um, on February the 2nd, uh, right here in the city of Las Vegas at the corner of or near the corner of Ogden, um, and near Fremont Street, we had the, uh, reveal of Waiting on a Light on the Corner by Sound Exchange by artist David Ryan. Uh, this is a public art uh, exhibit. Um, we had staff there. Uh, Mr. Ryan's family came from Texas uh and all around the city to uh celebrate him. Um I'm encouraging our community members to go out and look at what is happening in our city. This is a wonderful example that the arts are just as important as a public works um project. We need to make space for our young people who want to be in the arts. let them know that we will work with them to place their art throughout the city in recognition of their talent. It was a beautiful day and a beautiful exhibit and I was really happy to participate. Lots of upcoming events. Again, the volunteer income tax assistance program. Uh please avail yourselves if you need their services. They are here for our community and I encourage you um especially our seniors and those um who have limited income to participate and let them help you with your taxes. We've got some events coming. Tow tag monologues February the 7th at um the West Las Vegas Theater. This is uh really an exciting uh event. Uh please avail yourselves. that talks about what is happening in our community and how we can protect our children uh from things like drug abuse, human trafficking, and how to deal with school violence. Um that same day, we have a night of expression at the Sammy Davis Junior Plaza. Bring your loved ones lawn chairs and blankets uh and see how um our community uh talent can uh just it's going to be great. So, um it's going to be a wonderful event. Please bring your families out. Uh February the 21st, our uh seinal event, Love on Jackson on Jackson Avenue between D and F Streets. Music, food, games. It is going to be amazing. Last year was the largest event and this year it looks like we're going to have to add another block uh to this event. So uh if you interested in participating, please uh use the QR code for vendors. Uh but if nothing else, come with a few bucks in your pocket to eat, uh your tennis shoes so you can walk up and down the street and and just enjoy a beautiful day. Um always want to remind our community that we've got Splash Spring Break March 16th through the 20th uh at the municipal pool on uh Bonanza Road. Uh we want our children to be water safe and this is a great opportunity for them to um get some recreation time in but also learn some pool safety. And then we have our Patriot Park cleanup February the 28th. Um this is in the north end of Ward 5. This park is at Alexander Road and Tom right near Parson's Elementary School. Come out and join us um to help keep our community clean and beautiful. And finally, uh, if you need anything from W 5, my awesome team, Nora, Julius, and Aura are here to serve. Our number is on the screen. We also can be reached by email at ward 5 vegasnvada.gov. We are here to serve our community. And I encourage the young man that's here, Mr. Crawford. My staff is here, uh, Julius to the side. I would love to talk to you, um, about our housing crisis. I've been a an advocate for years. I understand um where your concerns are and I would love to talk to you about it more. Thank you. >> Thank you so much, Miss Summers Armstrong, Miss Alan Pollinski. >> Thank you, Madame Mayor. On Jur, January 22nd, I participated in a television interview to discuss the upcoming pickle ball court installation at Wayne Bunker Park uh and also explain the sniploma process. Even with the short notice, uh this interview was that this interview would take place. The community came out uh in spades. The pickle ball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and seeing that energy firsthand confirms that these courts are going to be a phenomenal addition to Ward 4 and the entire city of Las Vegas. Thank you to everyone who came out to show their support. Next up, registration for Dazzler Prom. Dazzle Prom will be held Friday, February 13th from 5 to 7:00 p.m. This event will be a magical evening where individuals with different abilities can dance, celebrate, and make unforgettable memories. Please RSVP by Monday, February 8th. And just a point of personal pride, uh there is discussion that Dazzle Prom will be replicated in different jurisdictions in California and potentially in the next year be rolled out across the country. So, uh, when the dog days of representing and running for office and serving get me down, I think about this singular event and how wonderful it has been and how it may help people across the country. It it's fuel to keep going. Uh, next up, there are eight missing teens from our community. If you have any information that could help, please contact LVMPD missing person detail at 702-8283111. If you are at risk youth that want to come home, please give it a call. There's always a free bus ride home. And next up, you can stay up to date with community news, upcoming events and updates, all the happenings in Ward 4 by following me on Facebook, Instagram, X, all the things. Please don't hesitate to call the oldfashioned way 702-229-2524. We are always here to provide any assistance that we can. Thank you. >> Thank you so much, Mayor Prom. >> Thank you, Mayor. Today is World Cancer Day. It's observed every year on February 4th to raise global awareness and encourage cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment. and I'll be happy to celebrate the grand opening of comprehensive cancers in Ward 5 in the medical district. It'll be an excellent addition to the city of Las Vegas and that's coming up pretty soon. Uh and then it's no school funday is Monday, February 9th at the Mirabelli Community Center in Ward 1. Kids K through 8th grade can attend from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for $35 with a full day of fun, recreation, and enrichment. More locations are available throughout the city, and you can look at the flyer there to figure out where to go. And that's all I got. Thanks, Mayor. >> I thank you very much, Mayor Prom. Um, Miss Diaz. >> Thank you, Madame Mayor. Um, on my first slide, it's just a recap of what happened the evening of the last city council meeting day. Um, we finally were able to host our fourth annual Honor Latino Awards. Um, the holidays get too busy. September, the fall gets too busy. So that's why it got pushed out to January when everyone's kind of rejuvenated and rested a little bit. We uh took the time, the mayor and I, to spend a night celebrating the seven recipients of this year's Ono awards. And I want to make it known that these are all through nomination. A over a hundred folks were nominated to receive um this award in different categories. Uh yet the selection committee identified the following honores. Emerging leader award went to Esmela Veda. Advancing arts and culture award went to Isela Gutierrez. Business and economic advancement award went to the owner um and founder of Tortier Los Aaros, Jose Gutierrez. Advancing equity and healthc care award went to um Margarita Romano who runs mental health um offerings for uh the community. spiritual community trailblazer award was um a priest that I saw growing up uh who was the priest at uh my Catholic church um Reverend Jose Manuel Kintterero uh educating our community trailblazer award Helen Juan Lopez and outstanding leadership trailblazer award went to Mma Varela. I just want to just say thank you to Ramro Reyes and of course always our amazing special events crew with Christy Garnes and her team uh making sure that everyone um was having a lovely time. And I also want to say thank you to Rosa Cortez, our deputy city manager who also was present as well as Randy Rubeson. um everyone felt the city's love and love being here in city hall for this uh much much needed um recognition event on January 24th. Um I am the lucky gal that has the Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada um nestled in her ward. And so year after year we have the cookie rally. And it's also just awesome to come together with other female leaders like Councilwoman Brun, like Mayor Berkeley, um us and motivating um the future leaders of tomorrow, all of those Girl Scouts that are doing the cookie rally and the launch of selling their um decadent and menacing cookies for our waistline. So many of us trying to stay so true to our goals, our fitness goals in 26, but yet the cookies come and it's out the window. But it's a great cause to support. Um the girls do amazing every year. And please um check out their uh website www.girlcoutsennv.org um to see how one you may want to sign up your daughter for Girl Scouts, but two how we can support this incredible organization that's um building future leaders in our community. On January 26, I uh was just very delighted to finally be able to tour what the offerings of the Miles Apartments complex or project is going to be offering to our community. It's currently under construction and slated to lease this spring. Um Cedar Street Companies is bringing 311 thoughtfully designed units ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments. Um and I can't wait for it to open later this year. Residents will enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere with amenities including a stylish lobby, an amazing fitness center, a collaborative workspace, and stunning rooftop sky deck with a pool and an oversized TV. All right, just for events coming down um this weekend, we will along with Get Outdoors Nevada have a cleaning effort out Cedar Drainage Trail Cleanup um 555 North Honolulu Street. So, if you know where Orin Gregson Elementary School is, that's kind of the meeting point for this trail cleanup, register today. Um, volunteer.getoutdoorsnavvada.org. And it will happen this Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. And I hope to see those of you who have some time, roll up your sleeves and get out there to clean. Um, just want to let everyone know, seniors, um, we have the the utility tax sewer rebate program. Uh, we do this every year. It starts January 2nd, ends March 3rd, 2026. We know how hard it is to make everything um out of our fixed income. So, we try to make your life a little bit easier um and wor less worrisome. So, please uh take a look at how you could potentially qualify for this muchneeded rebate. You can also call our community centers throughout the city to um that that all of the folks are trained and are willing to offer assistance to you. So, go to your nearest community center. Um, also want to let everyone know that another crit chat is um happening. And for those of you that don't know what a crit chat is, um, it is a supportive meetup for visual artists to share ideas, get feedback, and talk art and culture in a fun, open environment. So, whether you're looking for input on a work in progress, or you want to bounce around new concepts, it's a safe environment with other artists to meet other creatives. So, come on down. The next one is on 3326 at 5:30 at East Las Vegas Community Center. Bring your sketchbooks, finished um works in progress or pieces and just um ideas or questions or just just yourself. Maybe you just want to kind of see what other people are working on. So save the dates. So 3326 is one and 42126 is the next one. And I didn't know this myself. So, the last slide is announcing the farmers market at Civic Plaza. Every 2nd and fourth Thursday of the month from 400 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. there will be a market in the plaza. So, um this is really cool. Uh maybe I'll be inclined to stay a little extra late on Thursday so I can make it across the way and take part of that farmers market offering. And this is in cooperation and partnership with the First Friday Foundation. So, that's it for me, mayor. The folks know how to get a hold of us. phone, email, they can scan to sign up to our newsletter. And as always, we're here to serve you. >> Thank you, Councilwoman. Councilwoman Brun. >> Thank you, Mayor. Again, my thoughts are with the Epstein and Mack families as they navigate these tragic losses. As the former councilman for Ward 6, Michael Mack was both a mentor and a friend. Next, uh, I was pleased to join my colleagues to attend the Girl Scouts Cookie Rally. I appreciate the Girl Scouts commitment to building the next generation of strong women and entrepreneurs. Next, we surprised David Wgleman, our city's director of communications during one of his final Access City Council episodes. We wish you all the best, David, on your retirement. I know you're watching. Thanks for keeping the city council and our residents informed and engaged for 26 years. Wow. I had the pleasure of presenting a proclamation to Darnell Elementary School for its amazing work. They broke records this past year by moving from a onestar school to a four-star school, and they were one point away from being a five-star school. Congratulations to the leadership team for making this happen. Last week, I enjoyed hosting a condo development workshop in partnership with the city and the Nevada Housing Coalition. Over 60 folks came together to discuss ways to increase condo development in our valley, leveraging the new funds allocated by the governor through the Nevada Housing Division. I enjoyed attending the state of the district where Superintendent Eird described the district's priorities and new programs. Congratulations to Arborview High School for its innovating new innovative new programming that allows students to develop as entrepreneurs. They will be uh working on cars and building tiny homes and have the opportunity to actually sell them. Last week, we hosted our quarterly community connections event to bring building growth and water information to our neighbors. Thanks to Michael Cunningham, city deputy director of planning and building, and Fred Solis, city planning manager, as well as Doa Ross, uh the general manager of engineering for the deputy general manager of engineering for the water district. Um, they answered great questions from our residents. Wart 6 has started a new monthly event series to bring Northwest women together for conversation and connection. Last week, we visited while enjoying warm beverages. Our next event in our connector series is our Valentine's Day event at Vibes Do-It-Yourself Studio in the Norman Rockwell area on February 19th. This past weekend, I visited with the Divich Elementary School community to support the students and families making care kits as part of the America 250 service project. Earlier this week, to commemorate the start of Black History Month, I welcome the Black Student Union Network at city hall. Students from eight BSU clubs participated in the annual Black History Challenge. Congratulations to this great group of bright, engaged students. And thank you to our own Crystal Allen for supporting and mentoring this group of remarkable students. Moving to upcoming events, we have a busy week coming up. Join us next Wednesday, February the 11th, uh on uh for our small business breakfast. As always, we'll be at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center starting at 8:30. Please RSDP so we have enough breakfast food. We have two speakers and a delicious breakfast bread awaiting you. Next Thursday, we'll be hosting our monthly Bocaditos with Brunie from 9 to 11:00 at our satellite office at the Centennial Hills Y. And then on Friday, we'll be trading in our heels for dancing shoes as we head over to Dazzle Prom. Spots are filling up fast, so please RSVP today. And then Saturday, March 7th, we're partnering with Metro to host a Celebrating Our Community 11 to 2 in the Norman Rockwell business area and the Pop Squires Park in Ward 6. There will be fun for everyone. Please stay in touch with us. Call us at 7022295463 or email us at ward 6 at los vegasnvada.gov. Thank you. >> Thank you so much, Miss Kelly. >> Good morning. We were thrilled. Um we went out into our community for our first office hours and uh were able to meet several constituents and hear some of their challenges which was terrific. I was thrilled to be there for the 99 Ranch Market grand opening in Bokeh Park. They have over 12,000 items. If you haven't visited, uh I encourage you to do that, including live fish. And we were so thrilled to be there with uh Alex Chen, the CEO, and her um other family member who's the chairman of the board, Mr. Chin. And of course, we were at David Ruggleman's retirement party. This is a different version than I'm looking at down here. Uh I was uh al also thrilled to be able to be at the Polei Ranch HOA meeting as I continue to reach out to the many constituents in my district. We also were um at the next slide we've uh were touring well this is breakfast buzz so it is different but um we what was great at breakfast buzz this year this this time is we had not only a wonderful uh attendance a much bigger attendance than we usually get. uh commander the uh command lieutenant Arnold from Metro was there as as well as our city marshal Harts who talked about uh the issues within their district and a particular interest on on park safety is always important to our constituents. We also welcome special guest Noel Garcia from the Nevada Real Estate Division and she's from the AB Budsman's office and helps our constituents when they have issues with HOAs or neighborhood associations and she talked about some of the valuable services they offer. Next, please. And then we have another office hours in uh coming up uh Thursday, February 19th at the Veterans Memorial Memorial Community Center. I was also thrilled to um host um my next series of small business uh spotlight filmings and those are being done once a month and represented um a very a very eclectic representation of small businesses in my ward. That's always so fun to talk about uh what are the offerings in our our individual wards the from small business community and I um would just remind everybody that uh this is this is starting to be the great time of year for being um at outside food festivals and open markets and farmers market and in more two there is a farmers market every Wednesday at the Bruce Trent uh at the Bruce Trent park from 2 to 8:00 p.m. So after you're done checking out the one in uh ward 3 um at the civic center, you can certainly uh the following week check out one in ward two. So thank you so much. Thank you very much. Uh this city council meeting is now adjourned.