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December 2023
 Dear District G Residents,
The holiday season is here and in full force! I hope you had a nice Thanksgiving filled with family, friends and good food. December reminds us of the spirit of giving, and if able, it's a wonderful time to help those in need, especially children. We just held a heartwarming event at Robert Taylor Elementary School providing each student with a brand new pair of shoes. The excitement and gratitude from the kids were inspiring!
Also in the spirit of giving, we are holding a Pickleball Police & Fire Paddle Battle and Toy Drive at Sunset Park on December 8th. Please consider attending and bringing an unwrapped toy to the event. All collected donations will be provided to the Clark County Paradise Community Center. More details are in the flier below.
The cities of Henderson and Boulder City are also holding several events to celebrate the holidays. See the fliers under their sections for more information.
I hope you have a safe holiday season and I wish you a very Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Kwanzaa!
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 X.
Jim
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On November 28th, we held our annual Whitney Community Tree Lighting event. Along with District G staff, Whitney staff and volunteers, I was joined by LVMPD's Southeast Area Command Captain Jeff Clark. Christmas carolers from Vegas Voices provided the festive entertainment and cookies and delicious hot chocolate were served to those in attendance. It was a festive way to kick off the holiday season.
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Also on November 28th, in partnership with Shoes That Fit, we were able to provide each student at Robert Taylor Elementary School a brand new pair of shoes! A big shout-out to the Henderson Police Department for volunteering and providing new socks to go along with the new kicks. Many thanks to School Principal Mrs. Basham and her team, Spread the Word Nevada, the Sun City Women's Club and all the volunteers who took part in putting smiles on these kids' faces. It was a heart-warming morning just in time for the holidays and I was pleased to be a part of it.
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We've decided to add a new section to the District G newsletter highlighting some commendable crime-fighting efforts in protecting locals and tourists alike. Along with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's Convention Center Area Command who oversees the tourist corridor on Las Vegas Boulevard, security personnel of our resort hotels are a vital part of keeping The Strip safe. Here are just a few (of many!) examples in the past couple of months of what they face day in and day out. Thank you to the hotel security teams and our Metro officers for their selflessness and dedicated hard work.
- At a Strip resort in September, hotel security officers contacted a distraught female who appeared to be a victim of human trafficking. The female was scared, had bruises and cuts on her body and stated she was being physically abused by her pimp. Due to the security officer's awareness and compassion, they were able to get the victim the help she needed to get her home safely.
- On 09-16-2023, a hotel resort security team collaborated with LVMPD detectives to create a case against two subjects who attempted to pick pocket a victim inside of their casino. Security personnel were able to detain two subjects who attempted to steal items from a victim’s purse as she was walking through the casino floor. The two subjects were ultimately arrested for Conspiracy Larceny From Person.
- Also in September, security personnel responded to an auto burglary occurring in their parking lot. Call details stated a subject was attempting to break into vehicles by pulling on door handles. The subjects inside of the vehicle were contacted and security personnel were able to assist LVMPD in apprehending a subject who had an outstanding warrant. A fast coordinated response ensured others would not be victimized by these suspects
- Resort security personnel located a subject walking on Las Vegas Blvd wearing a facemask and a trench coat. The subject was making gun gestures with his hands and stated he was carrying a gun. Security contacted the LVMPD and assisted Officers in locating the subject. The subject was ultimately taken into custody and was found to have a glass breaking tool, seatbelt cutter, and a kitchen knife on his person. He was charged with Carrying Concealed Weapon without a Permit, Possession of Burglary Tools, Disorderly Conduct, and Obstruction. Security surveillance did a great job locating this subject as the male was not in the proper mental capacity to be carrying a long-bladed object around the strip corridor where many citizens and tourists gather.
The Clark County Fire Department is partnering with the Firefighters of Southern Nevada Burn Foundation to support the 23rd annual “Fill the Fire Truck” holiday toy drive for the first three weeks of December.
Starting Friday, Dec. 1, the public can drop off new, unwrapped toys or gift cards at any Clark County fire station during business hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week through Monday, Dec. 18. Rural volunteer fire stations are accepting donations through Friday, Dec. 16. To find the location of a Clark County fire station near you visit the Department’s website by clicking here.
The last day to drop off items for the toy drive at the Burn Foundation is Dec. 18. The office is located at 3111 S. Valley View Blvd., Suite B-111, and will be open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. that day. Toys and gift cards collected through the holiday drive will be distributed to more than 40 local organizations including the Boys and Girls Club, Salvation Army, and schools and churches. In 2022, more than 28,000 toys were collected for the effort. For more information about the toy drive or the Burn Foundation, contact the organization at (702) 485-6820.
 
  
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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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 Passport Services are offered at Henderson City Hall Monday through Thursday. Starting December 4, appointments will be required for passport services from 8:30am-11am. Walk-ins will be accepted Noon-3:30pm. Visit cityofhenderson.com/passports to make an appointment.
 The City of Henderson is supplementing SNWA's Water Smart Landscape Rebate!
SNWA offers $3 per square foot of grass removed and replaced with desert landscaping. City of Henderson will add an additional rebate of $575! Working together, we can make a difference and save water in our community. Learn more at cityofhenderson.com.
 This holiday season, give a loved one the gift of piece of mind. With an annual LifeRide Ambulance Membership plan, your Henderson ambulance rides will be covered, so you or your loved one can focus on recovering. Learn more about plans at cityofhenderson.com/fire.
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On October 17, Henderson Mayor and Council appointed Ramona Esparza-Stoffregan to serve as Henderson’s non-voting representative on the Clark County School District Board of Trustees. Ramona is a former teacher and former principal of Valley High School. She currently serves and president of the Leadership Institute of Nevada and has a history of working in educational advocacy and leadership transformation processes. Congratulations, Ramona!
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 Henderson Police Department would like to remind you to have a safe holiday. Remember to stay alert to your surroundings, park in a well-lit space, make a plan in case of separation when shopping with children. Read more Holiday Safety Tips at cityofhenderson.com/policeevents.
 t’s the most wonderful time of the year! The City of Henderson is the place to be this holiday season with plenty of jolly festivities. Activities are available for all ages. Learn more at cityofhenderson.com. Happy Holidays!
 Join Ward lV Councilman Dan Stewart at Henderson Multigenerational Center on December 6 at 6:30pm. Learn about new updates in your area and give us your thoughts on what’s important to you. Complimentary refreshments will be available. This event is free to attend, no registration is needed.
 It may be cold outside...but these classes, workshops and events are hot! No matter your age or interest, there is something for you. Visit hendersonhappenings.com to see what we have coming up. Registration opens December 12.
 Join HPD for festive music and holiday cheer December 14 from 5pm-7pm at The District! Officers will be collecting gently used or new coats, warm outerwear, clothing, and new, unwrapped toys to support children in our community. Visit cityofhenderson.com/policeevents for more information.
 Make a dash from Cornerstone Park to the Pittman Wash Trail this winter for a jolly good time! All of Santa’s little helpers are encouraged to don their most cheerful costumes or ugly holiday sweaters. Souvenir T-shirts are guaranteed for the first 300 participants. All ages and fitness levels are welcome! Register on Active.com today!
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