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February 2024
 Dear District G Residents,
There is a lot going on in Clark County this month with "The Big Game" right around the corner. We have the opportunity to showcase our wonderful city with the entire world watching. I hope you are able to attend some of the NFL events being held around town in order to experience this phenomenon.
After years of planning, I am delighted to announce the opening of the EmployNV Career Hub at Whitney Recreation Center! Please join us on February 8 as we cut the ribbon to this exciting addition to our district. We will also be holding a Clark County Hiring Event immediately following the ribbon cutting. More details are below.
Black History Month is upon us and Whitney Recreation Center always has an educational and informative display. They also have numerous events all month long, including the Shades of Black event on February 24th. Check out the flier below for more information.
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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Drought continues to reduce Southern Nevada’s water supplies, and the community is being asked to do its part in helping to conserve precious natural resources. Removing unused grass helps saves water and many homeowners find cost savings on their water bills as well. The Southern Nevada Water Authority is making it even easier to convert unused grass by offering a temporary increased rebate of $5 per square foot of grass converted to water efficient landscaping. This enhanced incentive is available only to homeowners who complete landscape conversions by the end of 2024.
This temporary increase is funded by a $24 million grant provided by the State of Nevada through the American Rescue Plan Act. For program conditions and to take advantage of this limited time $5 incentive, visit snwa.com.
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 The City of Henderson is making plans to enhance the I-215, and we want you to learn more about it! A virtual meeting is available now through February 15 for residents to view and submit feedback on the below enhancements:
- Improved interchanges and ramps
- A new diverging diamond interchange at Green Valley Parkway
- A new pedestrian bridge over Green Valley Parkway at Village Walk Drive
- Widening I-215 from Pecos Road to Stephanie Street with two additional lanes in each direction
From parks, recreation centers, sports leagues, Citywide events and more, Henderson's award-winning Parks and Recreation program is invaluable to providing a premier quality of life for residents. At the next Council Conversations, your Henderson councilmember will share their favorite amenities, and you can meet some of the team behind it all.
Have questions or feedback for your councilmember? Be sure to check the full Council Conversations schedule for upcoming dates and locations.
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 It’s your dog’s favorite day of the year! The Henderson Bark in the Park returns to Cornerstone Park on March 2 from 10am to 2 pm.
Watch demonstrations, visit interactive pet friendly vendors, and enjoy food and beverages. This year's event will feature three 30-minute performances by the Canine Stars, a rescue dog stunt group.
 The Big Easy is coming to Water Street Plaza on February 13 for an authentic Mardi Gras celebration with two-time Grammy winner BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet. Pair the tunes of authentic Cajun music with delicious food and drinks! Tickets for the event are $15 and can be purchased at cityofhenderson.com.
 Yeehaw! The Family Hoe Down is back at Black Mountain Recreation Center. Put your boots on and mosey on over for this annual event of music, games, refreshments and dancing.
Don’t miss out on a night we reckon you won’t forget! Purchase tickets in advance to secure your spot today.
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 Make a difference with us and help save water! The City of Henderson is supplementing Southern Nevada Water Authority's Water Smart Landscape rebates for residents up to $575 who choose to remove water thirsty grass for desert landscaping.
Take advantage of these rebates and help be part of the solution!
 The Henderson Fire Department will offer fentanyl awareness and response training as part of the First Six Community Lifesaver Training curriculum. Up to 30 overdose kits will also be available at each class, based on availability, in conjunction with the City's Risk It All with Fentanyl awareness campaign and the Southern NV Health District.
Classes are hosted monthly, and registration is open to adults and children aged 12 or older with an adult. For more information and to register, visit cityofhenderson.com/fire.
 The call is out for a Youth Poet Laureate! We are supporting the Nevada Youth Poet Laureate in their search for their next featured poet. Children ages 13 – 19 can apply in throughout February for this coveted distinction. The winner will be invited to perform at our upcoming Poets on the Plaza event in April.
 Henderson residents can enjoy a 20% discount ticket offer for the upcoming Celebrity Flag Football at The Dollar Loan Center! Get out and watch RGIII, Rob Riggle and more celebrities hit the gridiron on February 8 at 7 p.m.
Use code COH to claim your offer!
 Join us on Water Street for the 56th annual Southern Nevada’s Sons and Daughters of Erin St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Parade. This year’s celebration is a three-day event from March 15 to March 17. Enjoy carnival rides and games, a car show, entertainment and so much more!
For a full schedule of events, visit cityofhenderson.com!
The 15th Annual Teen Writing Contest at Henderson Libraries has returned! With over a month before the submission deadline of February 29, there’s still time to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard or whatever your preferred method) and craft a winning piece of poetry, a short story, or an essay. Winners will be announced at a private reception in Spring 2024 featuring a special guest speaker.
Clark County, Nevada residents in grades 6-12 are eligible to participate in the contest. Works of poetry, short stories, or essays will be accepted for consideration; however, only one entry per person in the provided category of their choice is allowed. Submissions must be completely original and unpublished¾no school assignments will be accepted. Likewise, submissions that are deemed inappropriate, culturally inaccurate, or possess negative stereotypical characterization will be disqualified. For a complete list of rules and submission instructions, please visit https://hendersonlibraries.com/teen-writing-contest. Winning entries will be published in Unlocked Voices, an annual digital magazine produced by Henderson Libraries. To read last year’s winning entries, please visit http://hendersonlibraries.sobeklibrary.com/AA00000577/00001.
The Teen Writing Contest is produced in conjunction with ThinkArt (thinknwonder.org), which provides the judges and commentary back to the teen entrants. ThinkArt also mount the works for display at the ending reception.
Established in 1944 as a single library in Downtown Henderson, Henderson Libraries operates five locations in Henderson, providing free access to materials, programs, and services to meet the diverse and varied needs of the community throughout Southern Nevada. For more information, please visit hendersonlibraries.com.
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