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April 2021
 Hello District G Residents,
While COVID-19 and the mitigation efforts have been on the forefront of our work for the past year, I wanted to thank each and every one of you for your contribution to the success of these efforts. It has been a community response and we have come together to meet these needs head on. A huge milestone of one million COVID-19 vaccine shots was recently met here in Clark County. I am proud of what we have accomplished as a community and while we can't become lax in our efforts, I know there is hope on the horizon, especially since everyone aged 16 and over is now eligible for vaccination. Please visit the Southern Nevada Health District to schedule your appointment today. If you know of homebound individuals or someone that needs special assistance getting vaccinated, check the available resources available by clicking here.
With Spring in the air, many people are going out and enjoying the outdoors at our local parks. A great way to enjoy the warm weather while making a positive impact on our community is to participate in a neighborhood cleanup. I will be co-hosting an Earth Day Cleanup at Sunset Park on April 23rd starting at 9am. Please come out and help clean up our park so everyone can enjoy its natural beauty. To register, please click here.
There are a number of helpful and interesting articles available in this month’s newsletter including drowning prevention tips, UNLV's Virtual Super Saturday and upcoming events and programs available at Whitney Recreation Center. When you have a few minutes, I would highly recommend taking time to see what’s happening in our community and how we’re trying to make it better.
As always, do not hesitate to email me at ccdistg@clarkcountynv.gov or call my office at (702) 455-5561 with any questions or concerns you may have. You can also follow me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Jim
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April is National Poetry Month and Clark County Poet Laureate, Heather Lang-Cassera, is partnering with Poetry Promise, Inc. to host two online events featuring South Dakota Poet Laureate Emeritus Lee Ann Roripaugh:
- a free Poetry Reading by Roripaugh on Thursday, April 8th, at 7:00 pm
- a free Writing Workshop led by Roripaugh on Saturday, April 10th, at 2:00 pm
For the full article and more information, please click here.
With the arrival of spring, swimming pool season has officially arrived in Clark County, and officials are reminding the public to keep careful watch over children to prevent water-related injuries and drownings.
There are thousands of residential and commercial swimming pools and spas in Clark County, making drownings a year-round concern, but the risk becomes greater each spring when the weather warms up and swimming becomes a popular pastime for children and families. Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death among children ages 1-4 with most deaths occurring in residential pools, according to the Southern Nevada Health District.
“Spring is a good time of year to remind the public about the importance of drowning prevention and water safety awareness,” said Clark County Fire Chief John Steinbeck. “Unfortunately, drownings can happen in a matter of seconds, without a sound. It is important that everyone makes sure children are always supervised any time they are around water and to make sure kids cannot gain access to your pool when adults aren’t present.”
For more information, please click here.
 Virtual Super Saturday is around the corner on Saturday, April 24th from 10am to 12pm. This FREE, vritual event is for CCSD parents and students grades K - 12. The session offers assistance with the following:
- Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
- Stress and the Brain
- Navigating the College Admissions Process
- The Truth About College
- UNLV Student Panel
- Virtual UNLV Campus Tour
Please click here for more information and how to register.
Several communities around the country have recently encountered violent acts against their residents including the senseless shootings at a shared multi-use building in Orange, California, at a grocery store in Boulder, Colorado and the spas in Atlanta, Georgia. We know what these communities are going through at a time like this. There is no way to understand why these crimes occur and they seem impossible to stop, but we can all do our part to stay vigilant in our community and take action when we can.
Take this time to remember that you aren’t powerless, you have a voice, good judgment and the ability to let our local law enforcement authorities know when you see or hear something out-of-the-ordinary. We know the mantra—See Something, Say Something—it works. When plots of violence fail, it is usually because a community member has had the awareness and personal strength to bring something unusual to the attention of police. These community members could be a neighbor, a family member, a coworker, a church parishioner or you.
When you are out and about at work, at lunch, running errands, or walking around your neighborhood—locations with which you are familiar, pay attention to your surroundings. If something doesn’t seem quite right, maybe it isn’t. Use your best judgment, notify authorities when you believe you should.
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As of April 5th, all Nevadans ages 16 and older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. They’re safe, effective, free, and available at Southern Nevada Health District and community partner locations throughout Clark County. Please visit the Southern Nevada Health District's website to schedule on appointment by clicking here.
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 Southern Nevadans reached a new milestone in their unparalleled response to the COVID-19 pandemic as more than one million doses of vaccine have been given in Clark County. As of April 5, the Southern Nevada Health District, Clark County, University Medical Center, the Nevada National Guard, the local cities, EMS providers, pharmacies and other community partners have initiated 663,905 doses of the vaccine, completed 362,208 doses, and administered a total of 1,026,113 COVID-19 vaccines. Please click here for more information.
The Health District now has homebound vaccine services. People who are homebound, including those needing medical equipment to leave their home such as a wheelchair, a walker or crutches, or are bedridden can call 702-455-0696 or email homeboundvaccine@clarkcountynv.gov to schedule services. The Janssen vaccine will be administered through this program, and participants must be 18 years of age or older. For more information, please send an email to homeboundvaccine@clarkcountynv.gov by clicking here.
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 Paradise Town Advisory Board
Click here for the most recent agenda, minutes and audio.
Whitney Town Advisory Board
Click here for the most recent agenda, minutes and audio.
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 The City of Henderson is pleased to offer COVID-19 vaccination appointments in Henderson. Visit cityofhenderson.com/covid19 to schedule an appointment or contact us by phone at 702-267-INFO (4636), Mondays-Fridays from 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
 The City of Henderson recently unveiled its new Open Data Portal platform that provides residents, visitors and businesses with timely and accurate City-generated data they can readily access online. The new portal contains links to information including City finances, operational data, City and County demographics and permitting. In addition, portal users can access the City’s GIS portal where data can be found on our public services like waste collection and landscape watering days. There’s even a Henderson-specific COVID-19 dashboard where you can view up-to-date information on the City’s pandemic efforts. The Open Data Portal is open to everyone and no registration or login is required.
 Battle Born Kids and Teens are all-day recreational programs that support distance learning. Held at five recreation centers, the programs provide dedicated time for distance learning and planned activities. Safekey and Teen Scene are before- and after-school recreational enrichment programs that provide homework time, activities and a snack. Safekey is held at every Henderson elementary school and Teen Scene at every Henderson middle school. All programs follow the Clark County School District calendar.
 We’re ready to provide memorable summer camp experiences for children ages 3-18. Our camps feature engaging activities, an upbeat atmosphere, and convenient hours and locations. Information on our summer camps will be available beginning April 9 at cityofhenderson.com. Get ready for an action-packed summer!
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 Being alone and isolated is one of the greatest fears of older adults. COVID-19 has intensified these feelings of loneliness in the past year. The Boulder City Police Department’s ‘You Are Not Alone’ (YANA) program is a FREE service conducted in partnership with the Boulder City Senior Center that allows older adults to have comfort and security in the knowledge that someone is checking in on them on a regular basis.
YANA is a FREE service coordinated by Police Department Volunteers who make regular contact with YANA participants both by phone and with home visits. The mission of the program is to promote peace of mind and security for Boulder City’s older adults living alone and their families. YANA is an excellent resource for seniors who enjoy living independently but do not have friends or family available to regularly check in on them. For more information, please click here.
The current pool is forty years old and has reached a critical point. In order to offer the programs that the community has come to appreciate, to keep up with current health code and to be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, Mayor Kiernan McManus developed a Municipal Pool Ad hoc Committee to review alternatives regarding the repair or replacement of the municipal pool, and advise the City Council of possible alternatives.
The City employed SCA Design to assess the condition of the existing pool facility, and determine what improvements are needed to the existing facilities to meet current health and building codes. SCA concluded that "the building and many components are 40+ years old and past their intended life expectancy," but estimated that it would cost approximately $6,690,613.00 to bring the current facility up to code. SCA Design is also in the process of developing a conceptual design and cost estimate for a new pool facility that is expected to be completed April 2, 2021 and will be made available on the City’s website. To continue reading, please click here.
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 Time is running out to nominate a property for the 2021 Boulder City Historic Preservation Award! The award recognizes outstanding projects involving the preservation, rehabilitation and enhancement of Boulder City’s historic buildings and neighborhoods. The award recipient will be recognized in a video broadcast on BCTV and posted to the City’s webpage and social media accounts during Historic Preservation Month, May 2021.
Nomination information, forms and online submissions are available through Sunday, April 18, 2021 at www.bcnv.org/HPAwards2021. Nominations can also be mailed to the Community Development Department, City Hall, 401 California Avenue, Boulder City, NV 89005.
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Are you seeing orange cones in your neighbor hood or on your way to work? The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada has an interactive website that can help you look up projects by clicking here. |
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 The Inaugural Commissioner's Cup Pickleball Tournament is coming to Sunset Park. We will be celebrating a the grand opening of the new Sunset Park Pickleball Complex with a tournament, ribbon cutting, food trucks, and more on Saturday, May 8th. More information and registration to follow.
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The Whitney Senior center is now open. Patrons must have proof of receiving at least 1 dose of the vaccination dated no less than 14 days prior to entry. Registration is required and capacity is limited. Face masks are required, even if one decides to wear a face shield, a face mask is still required. Please contact the Whitney Recreation Center for more information at 702-455-7576.
The Whitney Recreation Center's Open Recreation Program has resumed in a limited capacity. The Open Recreation Program is free and open to the public for children ages 6 to 17. Children ages 6 - 12 will have access to game room activities and older children ages 13 - 17 will have access to the basketball gym Registration is required and capacity is limited. Please contact Whitney Recreation Center at 702-455-7576 for more information and how to register.
The Culinary Academy of Las Vegas will be hosting a Pop-Up Community Food Assistance Program on Tuesday, April 20th starting 9am at Whitney Recreation Center. Supplies are limited. Whitney Recreation Center is located at 5712 Missouri Ave, Las Vegas NV 89122. There are additional Pop-Up Food Assistance Program events schedule for the following months.
If you are in need of assistance or know someone that is, please help spread the word and come out to this important event.
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Whitney is the oldest unincorporated township in Clark County. The community dates back to 1931, when Stowell Whitney subdivided his Whitney Ranch. Whitney was a Clark County pioneer, born in Bunkerville in 1884. He partnered with Ed Clark and others on a dairy ranch eight miles southeast of Las Vegas, later buying Clark out in the 1920s. When the state wanted to build a road from Fremont Street to the Boulder City construction site, Whitney donated land for the road. He then subdivided his property into parcels along the new Boulder Highway. At first, because of the Depression, only bootleggers could afford to buy the parcels. By 1931 the population was about 250. The Whitney Post office was established on March 28, 1932. In 1936 Stowell Whitney moved with his wife and six children to Logandale.
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Whitney Township was formally created in 1942 when the Basic Magnesium plant opened in Henderson. One of the original Whitney town board members was Nina Cassedy Davis, who, with her husband Bill, operated a disposal company and an ice company. Cassedy Davis, who was also a teacher and later a rancher, helped bring in paved roads, streetlights and water and sewer line. The township eventually boasted its own school district (called Duck Creek for some years) and water company.
The Whitney name was changed to East Las Vegas in 1958 and back to Whitney in 1993. Clark County built Whitney Park in 1974. The community center began in 1983 in a remodeled fire station and was replaced in 2005 by the current recreation center. The current senior center opened in 1997.
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The Whitney Family is still in the area today and they have recently visited the Clark County Whitney Recreation Center. Pictured here with Chanel Smith, Supervisor at Whitney Recreation Center, are the grandchildren of Mr. Whitney. The family was able to visit with the staff at Whitney Recreation Center and share fond memories of their family. |
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The Clark County Law Library was created by the enactment of Ordinance #1 of the Clark County Board of Commissioners on January 5th, 1923. For nearly a century, the Clark County Law Library has served the legal research needs of the bench, bar, and public of Southern Nevada. The Clark County Law Library derives its income from a portion of the filing fees in selected civil cases heard in the Justice and District Courts of Clark County. Therefore, the Law Library is supported by litigants, who derive the main benefit from the Library, rather than by general tax funds.
The Clark County Law Library is a public law library open to everyone and there is no fee to use the library. The Law Library maintains in its collection both state and federal statutes, regulations, and cases, as well as commentary (in the form of treatises and periodicals). The entire collection contains more than 103,500 materials in a variety of formats including: books, serials, loose-leafs, microfiche, audio, video, CD-ROM and electronic databases. The Library also has access to over 270,000 legal resources through its subscription databases. Nine computers are available for legal research purposes. There is no fee to use the computers, but you must sign in at the Reference Desk and present a photo ID. The computers are available during normal business hours. Please note that the computers shut down 15 minutes prior to closing.
The Law Library is governed by the Law Library Board of Trustees--seven members drawn from the general public and the Clark County bench and bar. The Law Library is administered by the Law Library Director, Chanteyl Hasse.
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