Commissioner Michael Naft is on a mission to make Clark County's roadways safer for everyone. Thanks to a newly passed ordinance— brought forth by the Commissioner and supported by his colleagues on the Board—all roadways 60 feet or larger will now require detached sidewalks.

As well as their added aesthetic benefit, detached sidewalks are immensely safer than sidewalks adjacent to a curb. Detached sidewalks, which provide a landscaped buffer between roadways and walking paths, provide much-needed separation for prime walkability in neighborhoods.

As a champion for traffic safety and pedestrian protection since his start on the Board of Clark County Commissioners, the passage of this ordinance is a step forward.

On June 3, Gun Violence Awareness Day, Commissioner Naft joined Nevada State Treasurer Zach Conine and Moms Demand Action, a grassroots organization part of Everytown, at the Las Vegas Welcome Sign. There, all stood in solidarity against gun violence and to raise awareness about the importance of responsible gun ownership.

In addition to raising awareness of the issue, both Commissioner Naft and Treasurer Zach Conine took steps in their respective roles to begin divestments from businesses that profit from the sale and/or manufacturing of assault-style weapons.

Clark County School District K-9 Officer Anthony Cooke has been with the school district for 22 years. He and his partner, Oreo, are beloved members of the community. They are dedicated to keeping students around the Valley safe—Oreo is a substance-sniffing dog—and they have been integral in shedding a positive light on police officers.

When this duo enters a school, they are celebrities; everyone looks up to them. Recently, when Officers Cooke and Oreo heard a student was being treated unkindly by her classmates, they took it into their own hands (and paws!) to help. While patrolling the school where the bullying was occurring, the duo stopped by the class to let her know how important and special she was; she was made to feel like a celebrity, too! This shows that Officers Cooke and Oreo provide above-and-beyond service, and Commissioner Naft was glad to recognize them.

Officer Oreo is so popular in our community, he is somewhat of a celebrity on Instagram. Visit his page here! 

With the onset of mosquito season in Southern Nevada, the public can help eliminate the blight and health dangers of green pools by reporting them to local code enforcement agencies. If located in unincorporated Clark County, call (702) 455-4191 or file a complaint through the County website here.

Green pools are pools that have been neglected for so long that their water has turned green from algae and bacteria. Green pools, ponds and other standing bodies of water can become breeding grounds for mosquitos, which can carry serious diseases such as the West Nile and Zika viruses. Last year the County responded to 168 complaints about green pools.

Families and youth in need of counseling, tutoring and other support services over the summer are reminded that the Harbor juvenile assessment program is here to help.

The Harbor has five locations in the Las Vegas Valley, operating seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Harbor assists families coping with problem behavior and other concerns. Signs that children and teens may need help include depression, anxiety, drug or alcohol use, isolation, bullying, delinquency or changes in behavior. Appointments can be made by calling the program’s main number at (702) 455-6912.  Walk-ins are accepted. Locations and more information about the program are listed on its website at www.theharborlv.com.