Weekly Update
March 18, 2026
Not sure how prepared you are to respond to an emergency? Take an hour to go over emergency planning with our experts (with your supervisor's permission). Today, March 18, at 11 a.m. at City Hall in the first-floor training rooms. Sign up in Oracle.
Happy Anniversary Customer Care Center Team!
March 19, 2026, the Customer Care Center celebrates six years of service to the Las Vegas community! As the city’s centralized call center hub, the team provides essential information and assistance to residents and visitors of the city of Las Vegas. They also manage payment transactions for city services, supporting customers in person and over the phone.
Over the past year, the Customer Care Center team handled more than 103,000 incoming calls, assisted 3,879 walk-in customers and processed more than $36 million in payments. Their dedication helps keep city operations running smoothly and makes a meaningful impact every day. Happy anniversary to the entire team!
Badging In To The City Parking Garages
If you are driving a city-owned vehicle, make sure you are using that vehicle’s badge, not your personal badge, to gain access to city parking facilities. Personal badges are only to be used when entering/exiting the garage in your personal vehicle. If your city vehicle does not have an automatic gate opener installed or a badge assigned to it that stays in the vehicle, please reach out to IT at cardaccess@lasvegasnevada.gov to get one.
Congratulations Team!
Congratulations on the Historic Westside Education & Training Center winning the
National Association of Industrial and Office Properties Southern Nevada Spotlight Award in the Special Use category! Hats off to Sam Tolman, Sean Miller, Tammy Malich, Chad Cunningham and Casey Tobias!
Congratulations to City Attorney Jeff Dorocak, named a 250 Public Service Champion by Local Gov 250 and the National Academy of Public Administration!
Congratulations to Senior Deputy Fire Chief Robert Nolan on his upcoming retirement! Come say farewell Monday, March 30, 1-3 p.m. in the NOW Cafe at City Hall, and share some ice cream and cake.
Fire Alarm Testing March 20 At City Hall
Quarterly fire alarm system testing at City Hall is scheduled for Friday, March 20, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. This will be a silent test to include elevator recall testing. Some elevators will be temporarily out of use during the testing.
Fire alarm system testing at Las Vegas Civic Center is scheduled for Friday, March 27, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. This will be a silent test on floors 1-3.
Volunteers Needed For Employee Values Conference April 21-22
By now, you have marked your calendar and are saving the dates April 21-22, 2026, to participate in the Employee Values Conference, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The four keynote speakers will be live in Council Chambers at City Hall, but also livestreamed to the Water Pollution Control Facility and east and west yards.
About 30 volunteers are needed at City Hall to check in employees, so training hours can be credited to each employee attending -- we only have 12 volunteers so far. If you can volunteer 2-3 hours of time April 21 or 22 (with your supervisor's permission), please contact Niki Gomoluh at ext. 6020 or email to ngomoluh@lasvegasnevada.gov with your days/hours availability, your phone extension and your T-shirt size.
Helldorado Days Parade Volunteers Needed
It's that exciting time of the year again – the 2026 HELLDORADO DAYS PARADE is just around the corner, scheduled for Saturday, May 9, at 10 a.m. in downtown Las Vegas. Enthusiastic volunteers are needed, and we would truly appreciate your help! The volunteer hours are from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 9, and each volunteer will receive a "Parade Staff" T-shirt and Helldorado swag!
If you're interested in being a part of this iconic event and contributing to the staging areas, or if you need more information, please don't hesitate to contact Marja Bigas at ext. 4859, cell 702-467-6647 or mbigas@lasvegasnevada.gov. Your support is crucial in maintaining the tradition of the parade, which has been a vibrant part of our community since the 1930s.
Upcoming Events
Heat Illness Prevention Training For City Employees
As temperatures begin to rise in Southern Nevada, it’s important for employees —especially those who work outdoors or in warm environments — to be prepared for hot weather conditions. Heat-related illnesses can develop quickly and may include symptoms such as heavy sweating, dizziness, nausea, headache, muscle cramps, confusion or fainting. Recognizing these warning signs early and knowing how to respond can help prevent serious health risks.
To help employees stay safe and prepared, the Safety & Risk officer is offering heat illness prevention training that will cover how heat impacts the body, how to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness, and practical steps employees and supervisors can take to prevent heat stress while working.
Training sessions are available in the Las Vegas Civic Center first-floor Frank Sinatra Training Room at 525 S. Main St.
Wednesday, March 25,
The class is open to all city of Las Vegas employees. Employees can register in Oracle or by emailing Steve Pupp directly at spupp@lasvegasnevada.gov.
Preparing for hot weather now helps ensure everyone can work safely throughout the summer months. Be sure you get the training you need!
Earn bonus points for the city Corporate Challenge team when you donate blood March 26 between 8 a.m. and noon at the NOW Cafe at City Hall!
Dodgeball Champions (back row from left): Tyler Key, Josh Nolan, Jake Christensen, Kelbyn Soriano, Jamaine Patton. Front row from left: Erin Tyra, Jordyne Duncan, Beth Barnes, Michelle Thung.
Hey, City Team!
Congratulations to the Dodgeball, Trivia and 8-Ball teams! The city team took first place in Dodgeball and Trivia Challenge, and third place in 8-Ball. City of Las Vegas leads the A Division now in 1st place with 27 points. Clark County is in second place and Team NNSS in third.
Trivia Challenge Champions (from left) Nick Christie, Robin Heck, CluAynne Corwin, Emily Ku and Austin Long.
Third-place 8-Ball winners (from left) Jerry Gonzales (retired), Yolanda Lakteen and Nick Gonzales.
We are still looking for a Bike Race Captain. If you’re willing to lead this event, please reach out to Jen Winder or Jordyne Duncan. Let’s fill this captain spot, build our teams, and bring the energy! Be sure to check out the full Corporate Challenge event schedule.
We are currently looking for participants for the following events. This is your chance to jump in, meet new teammates and represent the city!
Female players needed for Kickball and Softball - Contact Nate Carlson at ncarlson@lasvegasnevada.gov.
Track & Field – March 21, 8 a.m. at Cimarron High School. There are 7 events and 10 age brackets, so there is a spot for everyone! We need participants in every age group! Please reach out today to secure your spot: Patricia Owens – powens@lasvegasnevada.gov | 702-979-8870; Dayne Thomas – dmthomas@lasvegasnevada.gov | 702-875-0197.
Swimming – April 19 competition
Interested in making a splash for Team Vegas? We need swimmers in all age groups for several events! Contact: Sean Simoneau – ssimoneau@lasvegasnevada.gov | 702-229-2541 Denzel Babaran – jbabaran@lasvegasnevada.gov | 702-229-2490
Upcoming Events
Come compete or come cheer on Team Vegas!
Racquetball Competition – Thursday, March 19, 6 p.m. at Chuck Minker Sports Complex.
Track & Field – Saturday, March 21, 8 a.m. at Cimarron High School.
Range Shooting - Sunday, March 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Clark County Shooting Complex.
Practices & Tryouts
Tennis Practice - 6 p.m. Fridays, through April 10 at Darling Tennis Center, including refreshments. Cost is $10 per person to cover court fees for two hours of fun. Corporate Challenge competition will be April 15 at 5:20 p.m. Contact Brian Carroll at bcarroll@lasvegasnevada.gov.
Flag Football Tryouts and Practice – Mondays and Fridays at 9 a.m. at All-American Park. Contact Michael Coulston mcoulston@lasvegasnevada.gov for more information.
Axe Throwing Tryouts - Sunday, March 22, 3 p.m. at Axeholes. Contact Josh Zvulun at jzvulun@lasvegasnevada.gov for details and to reserve your spot.
Golf Qualifying Tournament - Saturday, March 28, at The Club at Sunrise, 5483 Club House Drive. First tee time is 8:27 a.m. Cost is $47 per person. This will be a two-person scramble, and both men's and women's teams are needed. The best men's team and women's team will represent the city in the Corporate Challenge tournament Saturday, April 4. To participate in the qualifying tournament March 28 and set up your tee time, register by March 24 with Robin McCartney at rmccartney@LasVegasNevada.gov. The qualifying tournament is limited to 32 players. Register as a single or two-person team; singles will be paired with another player. Payment for the qualifying tournament will be made at the Pro Shop March 28. To book a practice round, contact the course directly at 702.600.6568 or online at https://theclubatsunrise.com.
B-Pong Tryouts - Friday, April 17, 6 p.m. at Joe's Bar, 2851 N. Rancho. Contact Dayne Thomas at 702-857-0197 or email dmthomas@lasvegasnevada.gov.
Corporate Challenge is open to retirees as well as current employees, so please share this information with any retirees who might be interested.
Earn bonus points for the city team Corporate Challenge by volunteering or donating blood by May 14. Every contribution helps us win. Contact Jordyne Duncan for more information and the volunteer form.
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Questions or Want In?
- Jen Winder (Monday–Thursday) jwinder@lasvegasnevada.gov.
- Jordyne Duncan (Wednesday–Saturday) jduncan@lasvegasnevada.gov.
Let's fill these team rosters! Be sure to visit the Corporate Challenge webpage and check out the full event schedule.
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Let’s make this another unforgettable Corporate Challenge season — see you at the start line!
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"Rhythm and Resilience: Black Vegas" explores African American life in Las Vegas from the arrival of its first Black resident through the 1980s, tracing the impacts of segregation and racial barriers while celebrating the creativity, resilience, and achievements that shaped the city’s character. Beginning with John Howell, the first African American settler, it follows the growth of a downtown Black community and its forced relocation in the early 20th century to what became the Historic Westside. Despite systemic exclusion, this neighborhood emerged as a vibrant cultural and social hub where residents built businesses, churches and civic organizations, cultivated music and nightlife that drew world-class performers, and organized for civil rights and equity. By honoring these histories, the exhibition invites visitors to reflect on the enduring legacy of the African American community and its lasting influence on the identity, spirit and future of Las Vegas. The exhibition is open through Aug. 20 and is curated by Carmen Beals and narrated by Claytee White.
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