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Dear Ward 3 Neighbors,
Happy Nevada Reading Week! The highlight of my week was reading to second and third graders at my alma mater, Sunrise Acres Elementary School. While Nevada Reading Week is an annual event, our Ward 3 schools always enjoy a guest reader. Please contact my office if you're interested in being a guest reader in our Ward 3 schools.
You're cordially invited to an important upcoming neighborhood meeting Wednesday, March 12, at the East Las Vegas Community Center to learn about a big transformation planned for Stewart Avenue from Sixth Street to Nellis Boulevard. The city received an almost $23 million federal grant to make drastic improvements to this very busy corridor in the ward. Please join us March 12 to learn more about this project and share your thoughts on this significant infrastructure project that will benefit our community. A flyer with event and project details is included below.
Yours in service,
Olivia Díaz
P.S. Meet Randy Robison, director of Government Affairs at the city of Las Vegas, on my latest "Access City Council" television episode to learn about the city's efforts at the current legislative session.
OUT & ABOUT IN WARD 3
Spanish Incubator Program Graduation
The city hosted a successful third annual Spanish Incubator Program in partnership with Nevada Small Business Development Center and UNLV’s Office of Economic Development. Forty-two entrepreneurs and small business owners completed a six-week series of classes that included topics like business development, licenses, contracts, marketing and financial overview. I’m incredibly proud of this program that offers entrepreneurs the tools they need to succeed as business owners.
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ALT Rebel Grand Opening
There’s a new clothing store on Main Street. I was very happy to join Taylor Rice at the Grand Opening of Alt Rebel. This secondhand clothing store is a good place to shop, sell or trade clothing, shoes and accessories. Shop in person at 1425 S. Main St. or online at shopaltrebel.com.
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Park Cleanups In Partnership With
Get Outdoors Nevada
Thank you to all the amazing volunteers that joined us at the first two Ward 3 park cleanups of 2025 in partnership with Get Outdoors Nevada. I was very proud to see so many youth engaged in these service projects that helped beautify the East Las Vegas Family Park and Stewart Place Park. Save the date! Our next cleanup event will be April 18!
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Sunrise Acres Champions
I am very proud of the Sunrise Acres flag football players that gave their all to finish the season 10-0 (undefeated) to win the Las Vegas Raiders-sponsored, Silver and Black Citywide Championship against Democracy Prep. Congratulations Jaguars! Kudos to you all for your hard work, teamwork and sportsmanship! A big thank you to your coaches for helping lead you to this victory and to your cheerleaders who believed in you every step of the way!
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Valentine Visits With Senior Communities
I hope you all had a beautiful Valentine’s Day. I had a great time visiting senior valentines at communities throughout Ward 3. I dropped off sweet treats and shared the amazing resources and programs that the city offers our seniors, like the Sewer Rebate Program and our Care Coordination program. Please call 702.229.1200 if you are a senior that needs assistance navigating any essential service.
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Sayulita's Grand Opening
Mayor Shelley Berkley and I were very excited to welcome Sayulita's to downtown Las Vegas last Saturday! Tea Guerrero has worked hard over the last year to make this special Filipino-infused Mexican restaurant a reality. We applaud her vision, dedication and her passion for bringing our community together through delicious food. Stop by for one of their famous burritos at 616 E. Carson Ave, suite 120!
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Don't miss world-renowned, 3-D artist Adry del Rocío at the East Las Vegas Community Center next Tuesday, March 11, for a special artist talk and art workshop from 5 to 7 p.m. The center is at 250 N. Eastern Ave. Register via QR code today or go to https://gqr.sh/ye5u to RSVP.
I'm grateful for all the wonderful volunteers that have made the first two Ward 3 Park Cleanups with Get Outdoors Nevada a great success. Don't miss an opportunity to join us for an upcoming cleanup and planting at the Healing Garden.
Please sign-up to volunteer today! Volunteers are always needed.
Friday, April 18, 9-11 a.m. - Healing Garden Maintenance Day and Planting
Stewart Avenue Complete Streets Neighborhood Meeting
Registration Open Now For Spring Break Camps
And No-School Fun Days
Youth in kindergarten through eighth grade are eligible for a week of city of Las Vegas spring break camps, March 17-21, at six of the city's community centers, Municipal Pool and Charleston Heights Arts Center. Ages and prices vary by location. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Register for spring break camps and No School Fun Days today!
Apply To The Utility Tax/Sewer Rebate Program
By March 14!
The Utility Tax Rebate Program is offered by the city of Las Vegas to low-income seniors who reside within the city limits. Applications may be filed with the city through March 14, 2025. Seniors ages 60+ who qualify may receive a rebate on the franchise tax they paid for local utilities throughout the 2024 year. These utilities include electric power, land-line telephone and natural gas.
Drip Repair & Intervention Program
Available To Homeowners
The Las Vegas Valley Water District is collaborating with the city of Las Vegas to operate the Drip Repair and Intervention Program (DRIP). DRIP aims to address and remediate active water leaks that cause higher water bills in qualified homes, as well as reduce water waste.
Free Lead Paint Remediation Program
For Qualifying Las Vegas Residents
Families living in homes built prior to 1978 are likely to be exposed to lead hazards. These hazards include: lead-based paint, lead contaminated dust and soil. Exposure to lead can cause serious health problems, particularly in young children. Their smaller, growing bodies make them more susceptible to absorbing and retaining lead. Lead poisoning is often not diagnosed until moderate or severe symptoms appear. The good news is that you can protect your family from lead poisoning.
For more information and eligibility requirements, please email SHIFT@LasVegasNevada.Gov or call 702.229.7444.
Free Tax Preparation Assistance
Volunteers from AARP and the Internal Revenue Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will offer residents free assistance with personal income tax form preparation and electronic filing at three city of Las Vegas active adult centers. VITA Volunteers are trained to assist in filing tax forms and basic schedules including 1040, 1040A, and 1040EZ, for those having a taxable income up to $67,000.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers provide in-person and virtual tax assistance to anyone free of charge, with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 or have low-to-moderate income. Taxpayers with complex returns are advised to seek paid tax assistance by both groups. Advance appointments are required at all locations; appointments can be made now.
VITA Free Tax Form Preparation (ages 18+)
Monday-Thursday, by appointment only. Appointments available through April 10, 2025, 5-7 p.m.
East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., 702.229.1515.
Please log on to https://www.nvfreetaxes.org/ to make an appointment, or call 702.987.4625.
AARP Tax Aid Free Tax Form Preparation (ages 50+)
Tuesdays, through April 8, 2025, by appointment only.
Lieburn Active Adult Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., 702.229.1600.
Call 702.229.1600 for information and appointments.
VITA Free Tax Form Preparation (ages 18+)
Monday-Thursday by appointment only. Appointments available through April 15, 2025, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Doolittle Active Adult Center, 1930 N. J St., 702.229.6125.
Please log on to https://www.nvfreetaxes.org/ to make an appointment or call 702.987.4625.
ARTS & CULTURE
Don't miss "High Roller Blooms," a solo exhibition by talented local artist Lolita Develay. Her exhibition explores the intersection of luxury and nature through immersive, large-scale watercolor paintings. Contrasting elements will ask viewers to contemplate the fleeting nature of beauty against the allure of material luxury.
Gallery Hours: Thursdays 4-8 p.m., Fridays 4-8 p.m., Saturdays 12-4 p.m.
See the exhibition through April 25, 2025.
Call for Guest Curators
The city of Las Vegas Public Art and Gallery Program seeks individuals interested in submitting their qualifications for fine art gallery exhibition and temporary public art project curation. The team wishes to explore new ideas and perspectives by inviting guest curators to share their process and vision for our community’s public spaces.
Project Budget $500 - $2,000.
Seniors Celebrating Life! Juried Art Competition
In celebration of Older Americans Month May 2025, the city of Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Arts Commission are sponsoring the annual fine arts competition, “Celebrating Life!,” to recognize the talents of Southern Nevada artists age 50 and better. This is the 25th year for this popular art competition for seniors.
Entries will be accepted Monday-Wednesday, April 28-30, by appointment at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, located at 800 Brush St. Make an appointment to drop off artwork here or call 702.229.ARTS (2787). There is no fee to enter, but only one work per artist may be submitted for jury.
Get Ready To Set Your Clocks Forward Sunday!
Daylight Saving Time goes into effect Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 2 a.m. and continues through Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. Set clocks and watches forward one hour March 9!
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