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May 2023
 Dear District G Residents,
Spring is the perfect time for us to get outside and enjoy a variety of community events and activities. At Sunset Park last month, we reopened the renovated Sand Volleyball courts and held the 3rd Annual Commissioner's Cup Pickleball Tournament! Coming up on May 13th, we are holding the Grand Opening of the long awaited Whitney Water Park! The aquatic facility is an impressive addition to our community center and I believe you will agree. Please join me from noon to 4:00pm for live music, free food, giveaways and more! Registration is required so please register by clicking here. There is also more information in the flier below.
The new watering schedule is in effect. From May 1 through Aug. 31, watering restrictions allow watering Monday through Saturday. However, sprinkler irrigation between the hours of 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. is prohibited. Water your landscape early in the morning, before sunrise, to reduce evaporation caused by wind and heat. Sprinkler watering on Sundays is prohibited. Watering on days other than assigned watering days and watering during restricted hours are considered water waste and may result in a fee. Conservation and water efficiency are critical to meeting Las Vegas’ current and future water needs, so if you don't need to water your landscape daily, you can adjust your watering schedule accordingly.
As always, do not hesitate to email me at DistrictG@clarkcountynv.gov or call my office at (702) 455-3500 with any questions or concerns you may have. You can also follow me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Jim
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Hundreds of kids came out on April 29th to Clark County Wetlands Park to enjoy our first annual BioBlast at the Nature Center. There were dozens of science stations, including looking at several native Wetlands species through microscopes, learning about the importance of Wetlands ecosystem and of course, celebrating World Migratory Bird Day!
At a recent Board of County Commissioners meeting, I was honored to recognize the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's first woman Assistant Sheriff, Yasenia "Yaz" Yatomi (in conjunction with Assistant Sheriff Sasha Larkin). With more than 23 years of law enforcement experience, we appreciate Assistant Sheriff Yatomi's hard work and dedication to the citizens of Las Vegas and Clark County.
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After several meetings with the volleyball community and many, many months of planning and construction, I am thrilled that the sand volleyball complex at Sunset Park has been renovated and has re-opened! Along with new nets and sand, we have added multiple shade structures throughout the complex, a new water bottle filler, and a new storage building.
On April 15th we held the Grand Reopening with a great turnout on a gorgeous day. To kick off the celebration, we held a tournament between the Metropolitan Police Department and Clark County Fire Department. For the players and attendees, we provided free T-shirts, water bottles and sunglasses as well as free burgers and drinks served by the ever popular In-N-Out Cookout food truck. It's a beautiful complex so if you get a chance, check it out!
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What a great day for some Pickleball! I was happy to kick off day one of the 3rd Annual Commissioner's Cup at Sunset Park on April 29th. Teams competed in the Men's Doubles and Women's Doubles events as well as Mixed Doubles. Thank you to Excel Pickleball and the great Clark County Parks & Recreation Sports staff for putting on such a fantastic tournament.
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 Hollie Chadwick has been selected to serve as the new Police Chief of the Henderson Police Department. Chadwick will take the Oath of Office on Tuesday, May 2. A veteran of the Henderson Police Department for 21 years, Chadwick has held several leadership positions, including sergeant of the patrol and problem-solving unit, lieutenant overseeing SWAT, K9 and Armor, Captain and most recently, Deputy Chief.
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Grab your favorite breakfast treat, and chat with your Council representative! Get answers to your questions and learn about exciting new updates happening in your neighborhood.
Drop-in! No RSVP required. See dates, times and location at cityofhenderson.com/mayorandcouncil
 Adventure awaits as teams embark on a journey around the Heritage Park Aquatic Complex on May 13. Each leg of the race will be timed and include a physical or mentally challenging activity that will introduce you to some of Henderson’s best kept secrets. Find out more, cityofhenderson.com.
 It's time to Slide into Summer on May 26! Take a trip down the water slide, challenge yourself on the inflatable obstacle course, play lawn games, and learn water safety tips, to prepare yourself for an awesome Summer! Visit cityofhenderson.com to learn more.
 Cinco de Mayo | May 5 | Water Street Amphitheater
We are celebrating with special live performances by Ellas and the Villalobos Brothers at the Water Street Amphitheater. On the plaza, enjoy Mexican cuisine and drinks from your local food truck favorites! Join us on May 5 from 5pm to 8pm. More information is available at https://www.cityofhenderson.com/residents/special-interest/cinco-de-mayo-fiesta-2023.
Art Festival | May 13 & 14 | Water Street District
Check out one of the most popular Art Festivals in the region! This Mother's Day tradition features a variety of contemporary artists and fine unique crafts. Visitors will see live art demonstrations such as glass blowing and chalk artists along with daily entertainment. Come down to the Water Street District on May 13 & 14 from 9am to 4pm. Visit https://www.cityofhenderson.com/residents/special-interest/art-festival for more information on must see activities, artists, and more!
Shakespeare’s The Tempest | May 18-20 & 25-27 | Water Street Amphitheater
The Nevada Shakespeare Festival returns to the Water Street Plaza with a special production of The Tempest! This play is a true wonder of comedy mixed with themes of loss, power, magic, and illusion. Come get swept away by this enchanting, delightful and unique interpretation! Tickets are $15, please visit https://www.cityofhenderson.com/residents/special-interest/shakespeare-in-henderson to purchase tickets.
Join Henderson Libraries' free program that encourages kids to read 500 books before they begin middle school! Reading provides a solid foundation for academic success, and one of the best ways to encourage reading is to do it every day.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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500 books are a lot! How can my child possibly read that much? Reading two books a week equals 104 books in one year, 208 books in two years, 312 books in three years, and so on. Audiobooks count, too!
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Can my child read the same book over and over? No, each of the books logged should be different, but they can definitely be part of the same series.
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What ages can participate? Ages 6-11 (typically kindergarten to 5th grade).
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How do I sign up? Sign up and track progress online on your computer or download the Beanstack Tracker app for your mobile on the App Store or GooglePlay. Once you have downloaded the Beanstack Tracker app, search for "Henderson Libraries" to register with us!
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Does my child receive anything for reading so many books? After reading 50 books, your child will receive a chain and bead/charm. For every 50 books after that, they'll receive another bead/charm. Once they read 500 books, they will receive a coupon for the Friends of Henderson Libraries book sale.
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Are we limited to just reading library books? Kids can read anything! Books from home, the library, a grandparent's house, anywhere. Even listening to audiobooks.
Questions? Stop by the Youth Services desk at any of our locations or call (702) 707-BOOK (2665).
  
 
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