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July 6, 2023
Dear Neighbors,
Can you believe that we're halfway through the year? The Ward 6 team hit the ground running and is continuously working to serve our community with open ears and transparency. Two weeks ago, city staff and neighbors gathered for our "First 150 Days Town Hall" to offer insights into what we've accomplished, what's currently in the works for future development, and the chance for neighbors to share issues that matter to them. If you weren't able to join us, here were some of the biggest takeaways (click on links below to see presentation slides):
- From the Ward 6 Office, we gave an overview on:
- Key Policy Developments, Community Engagement, and Capital Expenditure updates.
- From our Community Development Department, city staff provided an overview on the:
- From our Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department, city staff provided an overview on the:
- Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Capital Improvement Projects and new parks coming to Ward 6.
- From our Public Works Department, city staff provided an overview on:
- Current and Upcoming Design Projects, Traffic Studies, and Key Ward 6 Nevada Department of Transportation Projects.
- We also heard from our Department of Public Safety, the City Attorney's Office, and our Economic and Urban Development Department!
If you were unable to make our town hall, or were in attendance and would like a copy of the information presented, click the links above or email us and we'll happily share it!
Councilwoman Brune joined by Darren Waller (left) and David Riggleman (right) to discuss substance abuse and the Darren Waller Foundation.
In case you missed it, the latest episode of “Access City Council” is airing! I was pleased to chat with Darren Waller, tight end for the New York Giants and former Las Vegas Raider, for a thoughtful conversation on substance abuse in our community and how the vital work of his foundation, The Darren Waller Foundation, fulfills its mission to equip youth to avoid and overcome addiction to drugs and alcohol, and to provide recovery services.
In closing, I hope you're taking advantage of Parks & Recreation Month! To celebrate Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs in our community, mark your calendar and bring your family to a city of Las Vegas park near you for free pop-up fun. There will be sports, field day games, crafts and other fun activities led by Parks and Recreation staff and community partners. Look for the mobile city of Las Vegas Recreation van and registration table at the days and times listed below. While the activities planned for July 2-8 have been cancelled due to inclement weather (i.e., extreme heat or cold, high winds and rain,) attend these parks during better weather throughout July!
- Patriot Community Park, 4050 Thom Blvd. – 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 11.
- Angel Park, 241 S. Durango Drive – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 12.
- Alyn Beck Memorial Park, 9220 Brent Lane – 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 13.
- Rafael Rivera Park, 2850 Stewart Ave. – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 14.
- East Las Vegas Library, 2851 E. Bonanza Road – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 15.
- Angel Park, 241 S. Durango Drive – 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 18.
- Pioneer Park, 7449 Braswell Drive – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 19.
- Justice Myron E. Leavitt & Jaycee Community Park, 2100 E. St. Louis Ave. – 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 20.
- Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 21.
- Centennial Hills Park, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive – 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 25.
- Woofter Family Park, 1600 Rock Springs Drive – 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 27.
- Ernest & Betty Becker Family Technology Center and Recreation Park, 2221 Maverick St. – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 28.
As always, if there is anything Team Brune can do to assist you, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
 Nancy E. Brune, Ph.D.
ward6@lasvegasnevada.gov
702.229.5463
From start to finish, this Fourth of July was jam-packed with festivities. From the Summerlin Parade to our fireworks show at Floyd Lamb Park, thank you to everyone who came to celebrate our nation's birthday with us.
Summerlin Patriotic Parade
We handed out over 2,000 flags at the Summerlin Parade! We couldn't have done it without the help provided by Pack 679.
July 4th Celebration at Floyd Lamb Park
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Councilwoman Francis Allen-Palenske and I had a blast! Thank you for everyone who came to celebrate our nations's founding with us at Floyd Lamb Park!
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 Handing out glowing patriotic necklaces with Ward 4 Councilwoman Allen-Palenske at the park July 4.
On stage with Councilwoman Francis Allen-Palenske (Ward 4) and Councilwoman Olivia Diaz (Ward 3)
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Our Las Vegas Community Development department was also in attendance, with the important job of gathering community input for our future Kyle Canyon Special Area Plan. A huge THANK YOU to Ian Rynex for braving the heat and speaking with our Ward 6 residents.
If you would like to complete our survey, please visit online https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/fd2c69509a2140fcb94cae208f19135e.
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Splash Back-to-School Party and School Supply Drive
Councilwoman Nancy E. Brune invites you to our free Ward 6 Splash Back-to-School Party and School Supply Drive on Friday, July 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Centennial Hills YMCA Community Center and Pool (6601 N. Buffalo Drive). Please join as we party right before school begins again for the 2023-24 school year. All collected supplies will go back to our community through our partners at Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth, Child Haven and Foster Kinship.
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Health District Offers Back-to-School Vaccinations
Students Can Receive Immunizations at Locations Throughout Southern Nevada
The school year begins Monday, Aug. 7, and Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) immunization clinics will be offering expanded dates and times so parents and guardians in Clark County have plenty of time to ensure their children are appropriately immunized and ready for the first day of school. SNHD encourages parents and guardians to make an appointment now for their kindergartners, seventh- and 12th-graders at one of its immunization clinics for their mandatory school vaccines so they can beat the back-to-school rush.
The Clark County School District (CCSD) requires the following vaccinations for students enrolling in school: chickenpox (varicella), hepatitis A, hepatitis B, polio, tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (DTaP and Tdap), quadrivalent meningitis, and measles-mumps-rubella (MMR). Parents who recently moved to Nevada should note hepatitis A vaccination is required in our state. Immunizations that were up to date in other states that do not require hepatitis A vaccination might not be current in Nevada.
Students enrolled in the 12th grade in Nevada public, private, or charter schools must receive the meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the start of the 2023-2024 school year. MenACWY also is required for students entering seventh grade and for students entering the eighth through 12th grades who are new to Nevada schools, including private or charter schools, and CCSD schools. In addition, seventh-graders must receive their tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (Tdap) vaccine. For more information on required vaccinations, visit Immunize Nevada’s School Vaccinations page.
Mandatory back-to-school vaccinations, as well as recommended vaccinations, are available at the following SNHD locations by appointment only:
- Main Public Health Center, 280 S. Decatur Blvd.
Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. (closed noon-1 p.m.)
Special back-to-school dates and times at this location:
Fridays: July 28 and Aug. 4, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Saturday: Aug. 5, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
- East Las Vegas Public Health Center, 2950 E. Bonanza Road
Tuesday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. (closed noon-1 p.m.)
Special back-to-school dates and times at this location:
Mondays: July 31 and Aug. 7, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
To make an appointment, call 702.759.0850 or visit www.snhd.info/bts.
SNHD accepts most insurance plans. Not all immunizations are covered by insurance. Vaccine costs vary based on the type of immunization required. In addition to the vaccine costs, SNHD charges an administration fee of $20 per person for one vaccine and $8 for each additional vaccine. For more information, visit www.snhd.info/bts.
Mandated back-to-school vaccinations will also be available at the CCSD Family Support Center, 1720 S. Maryland Pkwy., as follows:
- July 12, July 19 and July 26, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-3:30 p.m.
Immunizations at the CCSD Family Support Center will be provided at no cost, and appointments are not necessary.
Following is the back-to-school Tdap, MCV4 and HPV vaccination schedule for students 11-18 years old:
Fremont Public Health Center, 2830 E. Fremont St.
- Tuesday-Friday during July, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Monday-Friday, July 31-Aug. 11, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Appointments are required; call 702.759.0850 or visit snhd.info/bts.
Boulevard Mall (in El Mercado), 3528 S. Maryland Parkway
- Tuesday-Friday during July, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Saturdays, July 8, 22 and 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- The clinic is located in Suites 703-705 on ‘Avenida 5 de Mayo.’ Appointments are required; call 702.759.0850 or visit snhd.info/bts.
Parents vaccinating a child at an SNHD clinic should bring immunization records. Parents who cannot locate immunization records should contact their health care provider. If their children were immunized in Nevada, parents can also visit Nevada WebIZ, a statewide immunization registry, at https://izrecord.nv.gov/public/Application/PublicPortal or call Nevada WebIZ at 775. 684.5954. Non-custodial adults may accompany a child; however, written consent must be provided to SNHD from the parent or guardian at the time of service.
Extreme Heat Safety For Pets And People
Excessive heat can cause injury and illness because most people are not acclimated to the heat; it can also increase the chance of fires in homes and businesses. Las Vegas Fire & Rescue & Animal Protection Services share tips below for keeping pets and humans alike safe in the summer heat.
Las Vegas Fire & Rescue
Heat-related calls average one or two a day into the Las Vegas Combined Fire & Medical Communications Center. During an excessive heat warning, they can go to as many as 50 calls per day.
Most importantly, NEVER leave pets or people locked in hot cars, even for just a few minutes. The temperature can rise to 135 degrees in less than five minutes, which can cause death for children and pets. If you see a child or pet unattended in a parked car, you should call 9-1-1 and alert authorities.
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can happen quickly. With heat exhaustion, the victim will suffer dizziness, light-headedness and sweat profusely. Have the victim rest in a cool place and drink fluids, such as water. This condition should clear in a few minutes. Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Usually the person will faint and may remain unconscious. Their skin will be hot, red in color and the victim will not be sweating. You should move the victim to a cool place, wet the skin with cool, wet cloths, and do not give the victim anything to drink. Call 9-1-1.
Tips for Your Home and Vehicle During Extreme Heat
Many people have refrigerators or freezers in the garage or in a storage room that is not cooled by an air conditioner. To keep the interior of the refrigerator/freezer cold, the compressor has to work extra hard. If the room or garage is very hot, it means the compressor on the refrigerator/freezer could work almost constantly. When the compressor is working, even properly, it gets extremely hot and can cause a fire.
Extension cords should not be used with refrigerator/freezer or air-conditioning units. If they are running constantly and the extension cord is not designed to carry the required electric load, the cord will heat up quickly and cause a fire.
Any chemicals that are left exposed to direct sunlight in this extreme heat can cause a fire. Paints, fuels, and the like can cause explosions in some cases. One house on the north side of our city was completely destroyed because the occupant was painting on the patio and left a small can of paint thinner exposed to the sun in extreme heat. Within minutes the thinner ignited, started the back of the house on fire and spread quickly.
Equipment, regardless of what it is, needs to be maintained from time to time. Check units for frayed wires, and keep units clean and free of debris. Fans accumulate dust and dirt around the motor, which has caused many fires. Vacuum the fan from time to time to keep the motor clean. Air-conditioner units should be maintained by a qualified air-conditioner technician at least once every two years to make sure they are clean and working efficiently and safely.
Any type of aerosol can should not be left in vehicles, especially in direct sunlight. Other items, such as videotapes, CDs or DVDs, can be damaged. And small electronic equipment, such as cell phones, cameras, DVD players, IPODs and the like, can be damaged because of the heat, which may reach as high as 160 degrees in a vehicle.
Animal Protection Services
We have Animal Protection Services officers working seven days a week and they are available to help make sure pets are being properly cared for. Never leave pets locked in hot cars, even for just a few minutes. If you see an unattended pet in distress in a parked car, call 9-1-1 and alert authorities. Please do not take it upon yourself to break the window of a car; wait for the authorities to arrive.
Pets in Las Vegas are significantly at risk of overheating. Know the symptoms of overheating in pets, which include excessive panting or difficulty breathing, increased heart and respiratory rate, drooling, mild weakness, stupor or even collapse.
Keep your pets indoors if you can. Due to the scorching pavement, avoid walking your pet during high heat temperatures. The pads of dogs’ feet can easily become burned. Pavement in direct sun gets hot enough to cause second- or third-degree burns. Precautions need to be taken if pets are taken outdoors that include wearing dog booties to protect their feet. Pets can get dehydrated quickly, so give them plenty of fresh, clean water and don’t take them for walks during the hottest parts of the day.
We’ve strengthened our animal cruelty laws to help protect pets. You are required by law to provide ample shade and access to cool water for your animal. Furthermore, when a heat advisory is anticipated, you must provide a method for your animal to avoid overheating. Items such as misting systems, air conditioners, and swamp coolers can be utilized.
The Las Vegas City Council has updated the city’s Municipal Code related to animal cruelty by requiring:
- Cooling devices when the temperature is expected to exceed 105 degrees (misters, swamp coolers, or air conditioners)
- No animal is tethered, tied, or restrained for more than 10 hours in a 24-hour period; and
- No animal can be tethered during a National Weather Service heat advisory.
- You can always report concerns to city of Las Vegas Animal Protection Services by calling 702-229-6444, option 2.
For more tips on how to stay cool, visit Stay Cool Clark County.
Emotional Intelligence Opportunity
The city of Las Vegas, in partnership with GENOS International and GENOS North America, has launched an Emotional Intelligence program available to all city employees, community partners and residents across our city.
Genos International Founder and CEO Dr. Ben Palmer addressed the kick-off attendees, shared the value of emotional intelligence and provided an overview of the impact it can have on our personal and professional lives as a community.
The program will go through the end of June 2024 with the possibility of extension, depending on the overall success of the initiative. Interested in learning more? Watch a clip from the kick-off event: https://vimeo.com/835984820.
Have more questions? Email InfoEI@lasvegasnevada.gov for more information!
Firefighter Explorer Program Recruitment
Interested In A Career As A Firefighter?
The Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Explorer Program is holding an open recruitment for ages 15.5 to 25 at Cashman Center Complex, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Park in the lower west parking lot, accessible from Washington Avenue. Applicants must attend all three meetings to be eligible for acceptance to the program:
- July 9, 2023, Noon to 1 p.m. - Orientation Day
- July 16, 2023, Noon to 1 p.m. - Written Test
- July 23, 2023, Oral Interviews (times to be determined).
Updating The Public Art Master Plan
The city of Las Vegas is initiating a campaign to update the Las Vegas Public Art Master Plan, a citywide, multi-phase project that will lead to a comprehensive vision for the operation of the Public Art Program. Through July 2023, community members who live, work, play, and visit the region will have the opportunity to share their feedback on how public art can best embrace the city’s diversity and improve its appearance and appeal.
The city of Las Vegas prioritizes arts and culture and celebrates its unique and iconic character through public art. Home to more than 640,000 residents, the city is in a valley infused with natural beauty, cultural diversity, creativity and a rich history. Las Vegas’ public art embraces and reflects those qualities in its approach to planning, commissioning and installing artwork and ensuring the long-term care of the collection.
The city of Las Vegas Public Art Program serves valley residents and tourists by commissioning and installing artworks at city-owned properties and supporting community-led projects.
Working in partnership with Art Builds Community, a public art planning firm, the city will start a new phase of public art programming that expands upon the initiatives outlined in the city of Las Vegas 2050 Master Plan. The planning process will include community-based participation, both virtual and in-person. It will also include individual interviews, focus groups, surveys, and booths at local upcoming events. Art Builds Community will host engaging art activities that aim to encourage community members of all ages to imagine how public art and cultural arts programs can be an integral part of the city’s landscape and identity.
Community members can stay updated on project announcements and opportunities to participate through email, completing a survey or signing up for a newsletter.
Citizens Police Academy Opportunity
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