Ward 1 Community Update August 2019

City of Las Vegas sent this bulletin at 07/29/2019 11:51 AM PDT

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Brian Knudsen
Swearing In

Dear Neighbors,

After being sworn in as your City Council representative July 3, my team and I immediately went to work. Along with council briefings and orientations, we have been meeting with stakeholders and businesses regarding development, homelessness, public education and healthcare. We’ve been learning more about incredible incentives available to attract businesses to our city, and to the greatest extent possible, we will make ourselves part of those conversations to ensure that the growth continues to be thoughtful in our ward. In that effort, we welcomed Jeff Rogan as the new planning commissioner for Ward 1. We also have appointed Kathleen Bienerstein to our Senior Citizen Committee, and, for my office, Kimberly Reid and Dorian Stonebarger as my special assistants. Huge thank you to previous Ward 1 Planning Commissioner Vicki Quinn for assisting us as we transition.

I plan to use this newsletter to keep you informed of our progress, as well as opportunities and events that are happening in the greatest ward in the city.

With gratitude,

Brian Knudsen

City Councilman, Ward 1

Board Appointments

Councilman Knudsen will be serving the city on the following boards:

 

City of Las Vegas Audit Oversight Committee

 

Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance

 

Nevada League of Cities

 

Southern Nevada Health District

Click here to watch Councilman Knudsen's first episode of "Access City Council," where he introduces his team, Kim Reid and Dorian Stonebarger, and discusses forging closer ties with Clark County to jointly tackle the biggest issues facing our valley with Commissioner Justin Jones.

1st Access City Council

Click the above photo to see the "Access City Council" show with the latest in Ward 1 news.

Business Incentives

Click for an overview of some incentives the city of Las Vegas offers to attract new and thoughtful development to Ward 1.

Learn More
City Hall
Give Kids a Boost

Check out all of the arts and cultural events happening in Ward 1 by visiting www.artslasvegas.org.

SafeKey Registration Open Now

Register for youth and adult sports leagues as well as SafeKey for the 2019-2020 school year by visiting city of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation online.

Questions?  Call 702-229-PLAY (7529).
METRO BADGE

 

LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT

CRIME PREVENTION TIPS FOR RESIDENTS

Home Security:

  • Get to know your neighbors. Be able to recognize someone who does not belong.
  • Watch for suspicious activity or individuals you do not recognize.
  • Lock your doors and windows at all times. We recommend two locking devices per door/window.
  • Check the lighting around your home to make sure it is working. Replace non-functioning equipment as soon as you are able.
  • Do not leave valuables visible from your windows so that those passing by can easily see them. Use curtains or blinds to limit a criminal’s view inside your home.
  • Check out any home improvement-type store and see what inexpensive items are available to upgrade your home security.

Vehicle Theft Prevention & Parking Lot Safety:

  • Lock your vehicle at all times
  • Do not leave your car running while you check your mailbox or do other "quick" things requiring you to leave your car unattended.
  • Remove any visible items from your vehicle. Do not use your car for storage.
  • Do not lend your keys to someone else.
  • Consider adding an anti-theft device to your vehicle.
  • If you do not have assigned parking, vary where you park your car to avoid patterns.
  • Be on the lookout for vehicles that look unattended or abandoned.
  • Do not allow yourself to be in close contact with someone who may be trying to get your attention or engage you in conversation.
  • Keep your hands as free as possible when traveling to and from your vehicle. This keeps your focus on your surroundings.

Common Areas:

  • Always be aware of your surroundings when doing the laundry, getting the mail, taking out the trash, etc.
  • Avoid people or situations that make you feel uncomfortable.

 

EMERGENCY NUMBER IS 9-1-1. NON-EMERGENCY NUMBER IS 3-1-1.

For more information, contact the Crime Prevention Specialist at the

Spring Valley Area Command -- 

702-828-1650 or email at h15918m@lvmpd.com
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Councilman Brian Knudsen was sworn into office July 3, surrounded by his family and members of the City Council.