Weekly Update

March 26, 2025

No Parking On Garage Ramps

Parking Enforcement has begun to enforce no parking on the garage ramps at 500 S. Main St., the City Hall Parking Garage.

• Oversized vehicles which cannot be accommodated in the garage due to their size should commence parking in the oversized spaces located just outside the  City Hall Garage in the surface lot on the north side of the garage and west side of Main Street.  (See map above.)
• City vehicles which are not oversized must park in spaces identified as "City Vehicle Only" spaces or a standard parking space.
• Please do not park in spaces marked “Reserved Parking,” as they are assigned to a specific person.  

We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our parking facilities safe for all.

ICYMI: Badlands Update Message From The City Manager

March 19, at about 4 p.m., the terms of the Badlands settlement were fully completed, such that the three remaining lawsuits have now been dismissed. As such, the eight-plus-year Badlands saga is now officially over!

I want to thank all of you for your support during this very difficult process. Many of you have offered words of encouragement and provided ideas to help us navigate the financial elements, and this was very much appreciated.

I want to end this message by saying how great it was to see the entire City Manager’s Office, City Attorney’s Office, Mayor, and City Council work so well together over the last few months to get this to the finish line. We succeeded in bringing this matter to a close by working together as a TEAM.

Mike Janssen

City Manager

City Hall Garage Pedestrian Access Changes

Pending traffic control approval this week, construction activity for Civic Plaza will cause a  shift in the walk from the 500 South Main Parking Garage to adjacent work locations. Those headed to City Hall or the Municipal Court will want to use the south crosswalk at Main Street and Goodman Way (formerly Clark Avenue) as you walk from the parking garage (please see map below). We expect this change will last two to three weeks as new sidewalk and cement work is completed. There will wayfinding signage to help guide pedestrians when the detour is implemented. Thank you for your understanding and patience as the Civic Plaza construction is moving into the final phases. 

Food Truck Thursday March 27

Ready to try something new? Food trucks offer delicious options 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Clark Avenue in front of Municipal Court. This Thursday's scheduled food trucks are Birria Brothers Tacos & More and Hapahaole’s Hawaiian Street Tacos. Food trucks are subject to change without notice.

Upcoming Dependent Eligibility Verification Audit

The city is committed to providing comprehensive healthcare benefits to eligible employees and their dependents. One way of ensuring these benefits remain financially sustainable and compliant with health plan requirements is to confirm that only eligible dependents are enrolled in coverage.

With approval from the City Manager’s Office, the Human Resources (HR) benefits team will be conducting an ongoing dependent eligibility verification to ensure information is current and accurate. This audit will begin April 1, 2025, with all documentation due no later than April 30, 2025. Any dependents who do not meet the eligibility requirements, or for whom HR staff do not receive current documents, will be removed from city of Las Vegas healthcare coverage.

The week of April 1, all employees enrolled in the city's healthcare benefits who have one or more dependents covered will receive an audit packet in the mail. If you have dependent coverage, and do not receive your audit packet by mail, please check Oracle Self Service to ensure your mailing address is correct and then email HRBenefits@lasvegasnevada.gov or call extension 5432. HR benefits is available to answer any questions and provide assistance throughout this process. We appreciate your cooperation in helping maintain the integrity and affordability of our healthcare benefits.

You may also view frequently asked questions online for additional information. 

Corporate Challenge Update! ✨

The Softball team is in urgent need of two more female softball players to compete tonight and Thursday night at Lorenzi Park at 6 p.m. If you can participate, please contact Nate Carlson at ext. 5475 at once. 

We’re off to an incredible start and holding strong in FIRST place with 32 points! But it’s a close race — Aristocrat is right behind us with 31 points and Clark County is trailing with 28 points.

A shout out to our volleyball team for taking second place! Way to bump, set and spike your way to success!

Team Vegas Volleyball squad (from left): Chad Paddock, Jered Mackelprang, Alex Bravo, Jake Christensen, Ashlynn Werner, Nicole Jolly, Carla Espinoza, Ydo Yturralde.

Congratulations to Nikki Foster for taking the bronze in singles Table Tennis!

Corporate Challenge Table Tennis Singles third-place winner Nikki Foster.

A valiant effort by the Range Shooting Team brought them an eighth-place finish. From left: Brenton Messner (captain), Kevin Tanksley, Adam Ozuna and Matt Luttinen.

TABLE TENNIS – Team city took fifth place!
RANGE SHOOTING – Team city took eighth place.

TRACK & FIELD - Ninth place.

TRIVIA CHALLENGE - Second place.

INDOOR VOLLEYBALL - Second place.

How can we stay on top and secure first place? ✅ Sign up for these upcoming events that need more participants!

• 5K Run – 7:30 a.m. Saturday, April 12, at Kellogg Zaher Sports Complex. Contact Amy Veras (averas@lasvegasnevada.gov | 702.229.0323) to join the team! Every participant helps us earn points! We need male and female runners/joggers/walkers in every age group to score points for our team.
  
  
• Swimming – April 13. Contact Daniel Malloy/Sean Simoneau at 702.229.1493 or email ssimoneau@lasvegasnevada.gov. Every participant helps us earn points!
  
  
• Walk Race – Thursday, April 24, at 5:30 p.m. at Kellogg Zaher Sports Complex. This is an individual event with two female and two male walkers allowed in each age category, for a possible team total of 44 walkers. The course is 4.2 miles of walking as fast as you can; no running or jogging allowed. Male participants are desperately needed! There are still many slots open in different age categories. Contact Christine Wittwer at ex. 6954 or email cwittwer@lasvegasnevada.gov. Every participant helps us earn points!  
   
• Bike Race – Contact Oscar Garcia at 702.534.8093 or email ogarcia@lasvegasnevada.gov for details. Pedal your way to glory Wednesday, April 23, 5:30 p.m. IN JEAN, NEVADA! Bike riders will meet at 1 Main St. in Jean in the northeast corner of the parking lot of the former TERRIBLE'S HOTEL CASINO, across the street from Terrible's Gas Station. Race in your age category (18+ to 65+)—no practice needed! We need riders to represent our team! 

Upcoming Events – Come Cheer Us On!

Show your support and bring the energy to these competitions!

FLAG FOOTBALL - Cheer on the team at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 3, at All-American Park.

ESPORTS - Cheer them to victory at 8 a.m. at Ernest & Betty Becker Family Technology & Recreation Park.

BOCCE - Watch our team win at 1 p.m. at Justice Myron E. Leavitt & Jaycee Community Park.

TRAP & SKEET SHOOTING – Spots Open! Competition is Sunday, April 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clark County Shooting Complex. We still need two Skeet shooters and five for Trap Shooting to join this thrilling event! Contact Gina Ramirez (gramirez@lasvegasnevada.gov | 702.229.2171) to sign up. 

Tryouts & Qualifiers

Pickleball Tryouts - Friday, March 28, 9 a.m. at Centennial Hills Park courts, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive. Contact Michelle Thung at 702.332.9546 for details.

Golf Qualifier – Saturday, March 29, at The Club at Sunrise, 5483 Club House Drive. It will be a two-person scramble -- two men or two women per team. The cost is $52 per person; pay at the Pro Shop on event day. You must sign up with Robin in advance, either as a single player or as a team of two, to reserve your tee time. Download the flier here. If you want to be part of the action, contact Robin McCartney at rmccartney@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.4049. The Golf event will be April 12.

B-Pong Tryouts are Friday, April 11, at 6 p.m. at Joe’s Bar, 2851 N. Rancho Drive. Bring your A-game, your employee badge, and come compete for one of the four spots on the team! The event is scheduled for May 2 at 6 p.m. For more information, reach out to Dayne Thomas at 702.857.0197 or dmthomas@lasvegasnevada.gov. We provide the tables, cups, and balls – just bring your skills!

How To Get Involved

It’s not too late to join the action! Whether you want to compete, support, or just cheer us on, we’d love to have you! Contact:

✨ Jordyne Duncan – jduncan@lasvegasnevada.gov | 702.229.5182

✨ Jen Winder – jwinder@lasvegasnevada.gov | 702.229.5177

There are so many more events and we want YOU to join in the fun! So, check out all the action coming up -- the full list of events and schedule is here. Reach out to the captains or contact Jordyne Duncan (jduncan@lasvegasnevada.gov) or Jen Winder (jwinder@lasvegasnevada.gov) if you're interested in participating competing, volunteering or just cheering at the events. This year's handbook is here. Don’t forget to visit the Corporate Challenge webpage for more information. Get ready to compete, have fun and make unforgettable memories!  #GoTeamVegas

💥 Let’s keep the energy high and bring home more victories! GO TEAM! 💥

Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan - Onsite Representative

Through the beginning of April 2025, Nationwide Representative Julie Miramontes will be temporarily unavailable for individual deferred compensation consultation and onsite events. During Julie’s absence, Nationwide will continue to offer virtual services to assist with questions, enrolling or modifying your current deferred compensation strategy. Nationwide customer service will be available by phone at 877.677.3678. To speak to a Retirement Specialist, please call 888.402.5272 or schedule an appointment at https://retirementspecialists.myretirementappt.com. Completed enrollment forms can also be emailed to Rpublic@Nationwide.com for processing.

Upcoming Events

Tammy Christensen Retirement Party April 2

Economic Development Manager Tammy Christensen will retire from the city April 2, after 29 years, 8 months of service. Come say goodbye 3-4:30 p.m. in the NOW Café Wednesday, April 2.

City Employee Wellness Program

All city employees are eligible to participate in the City Employee Wellness Program. The wellness program is a benefit for employees only. See individual facilities to inquire about family memberships.

The following locations participate in the City Fit Club: 

• City Hall, 495 S. Main St. (basement) – EMPLOYEES ONLY
• Chuck Minker Sports Complex, 275 N. Mojave Road, 702.229.6563
• Stupak Community Center, 251 W. Boston Ave., 702.229.2488
• Veterans Memorial Community Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive,  702.229.1100
• Dula Gymnasium, 451 E. Bonanza Road, 702.229.6307
• Municipal Swimming Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, 702.229.6309
• Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, 702.229.1488
• Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., 702.229.6374

Fitness Center Hours/Access/Cost:  

The basement fitness center at City Hall is available to employees anytime, including nights and weekends. This membership will remain active as long as you are an employee. This is free benefit. Employees can access City Hall with their city-issued ID badge. However, access will not be granted until the Fitness Center Liability Waiver form is signed and processed. Request access from Amy Stroughter at astroughter@lasvegasnevada.gov. 

Recreation centers and pools are available to employees during each individual facility's regular hours of operation. To access these facilities will require a CivicRec account with a monthly Fit Pass membership added. The pass is not automatically renewed. Employees who want access to the centers or pools can sign up at any center. You will need your employee number. Employees who utilize the community fitness centers must check in at the front desk so usage can be tracked. The cost to each employee is the tax based on the value of the benefit. The membership value is $15/month for adults and $10/month for ages 50+, so the the cost will be $2-3/month, depending on your tax rate. The CivicRec Fit Pass is good for all city locations.  

Fitness Centers Activities include open gym, weight rooms and open swim (these are subject to change). Group exercise classes at various recreation centers are at the discretion of the individual facilities; contact a specific center for classes available to employees. 

For more information, contact Amy Stroughter at astroughter@lasvegasnevada.gov.

The city’s thematic goal for 2025 is: Through December 2025, the city will continue to focus on employee wellness by providing opportunities to enhance the physical, emotional and financial well-being of all staff.   This week we focus on finding parenting support with peers in the workplace.

Finding Parenting Support with Peers in the Workplace

Balancing work and parenting can be challenging, but finding peer support at work can make a significant difference. Research shows that employees with strong social connections in the workplace are 50% more satisfied with their jobs and experience lower stress levels. Connecting with fellow parents can provide emotional support, practical advice and a sense of community, helping to reduce burnout and improve overall well-being.

Why Peer Support Matters

Workplace support for parents leads to:

• Better Work-Life Balance – Employees who engage in peer support report higher job satisfaction and lower stress.
• Increased Productivity – Parents who feel supported are more engaged and less likely to experience absenteeism.
• Stronger Mental Health – Social connections at work are linked to a 40% lower risk of depression and anxiety.

How to Connect with Other Parents at Work

• Join or Start a Conversation – Studies show that employees with strong peer relationships at work are seven times more likely to be engaged in their jobs (Gallup, 2021). Join our Teams Group at Blooming Together: Parenting Resource Collective | General | Microsoft Teams or email wellness@lasvegasnevada.gov to be added to the Teams Group.
• Attend Family-Friendly Events – Workplace initiatives, such as parenting workshops and networking events, provide opportunities to build connections. Our wellness team offers "Lunch & Learns" and workshops on family support, and Wellness Wednesdays to provide a monthly place for positive social interaction with your peers.
• Use Workplace Resources – Such as our health plan (HPN), Employee Assistance Program services, or Behavioral Health Options resources. Or, join us for April’s Wellness Wednesday – Blooming Together: A Parents’ Resource Gathering! (Details below.)

Join us for Wellness Wednesday on April 9^th for “Blooming Together: A Parents’ Resource Gathering” to exchange information, experiences and treasures old and new! This is the launch to our ongoing “Parenting Pop-Ins” group and “Exciting Exchanges” board. The Blooming Together: A Parents’ Resource Gathering event will have stations with:

• Resources, for new parents, current parents and soon-to-be parents;
• "Exciting Exchanges" board to post baby and children’s items that you are looking for or trying to give away;
• A Blooming Blossoms Bouquet of advice from one parent to another;
• Healthy snack ideas for parents and kids;
• And insightful conversation from parents and peers!

Help us create a workplace where parents feel supported and empowered. Use the QR code below to RSVP and communicate if you’d like to share a resource to be displayed at a station, or if you are interested in posting an item to be donated, or if you are looking for an item on our "Exciting Exchanges" board.   Want to learn more or have questions? Email wellness@lasvegasnevada.gov.

Join us for our Wellness Lunch & Learn this month as we have Desiree Vargas, a licensed marriage and family therapist, facilitating a discussion on the Eight Dimensions of Wellness and Women’s Health Thursday, March 27, from 11 a.m. to noon. Email wellness@lasvegasnevada.gov to register for the March 27 Wellness Lunch & Learn. Attend with supervisor’s approval or during your lunch break.

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