Councilman Isaac E. Barron's Ward 1 newsletter

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New year, big goals

I want to start off by wishing each and every one of you a very happy new year!


I am excited to begin the year welcoming our newest North Las Vegas police officers. Last month, 13 academy recruits graduated to the rank of police officer. Soon, they’ll be out patrolling the streets and helping to keep our neighborhoods safe!


I also want to praise our new Police Chief Pamela Ojeda for her commitment to growing our Volunteers in Police Services (ViPS) Citizen’s Patrol Program, in which civilian volunteers are trained to support community safety and the North Las Vegas Police Department. Citizen’s Patrol members act as the eyes and ears of the Police Department by identifying suspicious activity, crimes in progress or dangerous situations. They are trained to recognize and report without getting directly involved.


Later this month, we’ll host our next ViPs Academy and add even more watchful eyes to our streets. To learn more about this program or to get involved, visit http://www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com/departments/police/citizen_s_patrol.php.


Beyond our commitment to increasing public safety, we’re also excited for 2019 because our wonderful employees have been hard at work bringing even more jobs to the City. We receive inquiries almost daily from new companies and industries looking to relocate or expand to North Las Vegas, and we are seeing huge gains for the companies already located here.


Our City has a very bright future and is well on its way to becoming the breadbasket of Southern Nevada. Stay tuned for more exciting news!

 

Happy New Years

Join us for our 2019 State of the City event

The countdown has officially begun: We’re only a few weeks away from the North Las Vegas 2019 State of the City luncheon!

 

Please join Mayor John Lee, me and the rest of our City Council for the City of North Las Vegas' premier annual event.

 

The 23nd annual State of the City luncheon will be Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Texas Station. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.

 

Join us to hear about all of the exciting progress and achievements we’ve made in North Las Vegas this year and to get a sneak peek at all of the opportunities coming to our City in 2019.

 

For more information and to buy tickets, visit cityofnorthlasvegas.com.

 

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Help us shape the future of the Deer Springs District

The City of North Las Vegas is excited to invite you to our second public workshop to envision the future of the Deer Springs District!


After several months of engagement, research and vision development for the district, six concepts have been identified to create a livable center that combines commercial and retail space, high-quality housing, transportation, trails, parks and public art.


At the second workshop – which is from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17, at Skyview YMCA, 3050 E. Centennial Parkway, North Las Vegas – participants will:


• Review the six concepts.
• Confirm that the concepts are reflective of public input.
• Participate in further development of the design concepts.
• Help the project team identify gaps in the concept plan.


The workshop is open to everyone, and family activities will be available to keep kids occupied while parents participate.


If you cannot attend the meeting in person, please join us via Facebook Live at 5:45 p.m. Jan. 17 to see the presentation and send your comments and questions.


For more information, visit www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com/DeerSprings.

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Parking Services launches this month

Did you know that the North Las Vegas Parking Services Division launches this month? Our talented team will be out on the streets seven days a week to beautify our neighborhoods and boost the investments you have made as homeowners.


Read more about our new division at https://knpr.org/knpr/2018-11/north-las-vegas-plans-crackdown-illegally-parked-vehicles.

 

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Welcome back to City Hall, Congressman Horsford!

I want to wish Congressman Steven Horsford a warm welcome back to City Hall! We are thrilled that our building continues to be a home for our CD4 representative. This is a great partnership that strengthens the work we do with our federal leaders and makes it easier for the public to access government services easily and conveniently.

 

The Nevada Secretary of State also has offices at North Las Vegas City Hall. We truly are a one-stop shop!

 

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CCSD Education Town Hall Meeting

Learn about upcoming plans for the Clark County School District and North Las Vegas public schools!


The City of North Las Vegas will host a CCSD Town Hall Meeting starting at 6 p.m. Jan. 17 at City Hall, 2250 Las Vegas Blvd. North, North Las Vegas. This will be a great opportunity to hear from Superintendent Jesus Jara and voice your opinion about the CCSD’s draft strategic plan.

 

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North Las Vegas streamlines solar projects

We in the City of North Las Vegas once again are breaking the mold and making government work better for our residents and businesses – this time by streamlining the permitting process for residential solar projects. We cut through more red tape to make it faster and easier for residents to have solar panels installed on their homes.


Read more about our innovative program at https://lasvegassun.com/news/2018/dec/27/program-speeds-solar-projects-in-north-las-vegas/.

 

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Kenworth Sales breaks ground

Trucking retailer Kenworth Sales recently broke ground on a new 65,000-square-foot facility that will include 27 service bays, an expanded parts inventory and lots of new and used truck sales, rentals and leasing. Seventy five people are expected to work at the new location, with approximately 20 new jobs created. The new store will be located at 4450 Donovan Way. Way to go, Kenworth Sales!

 

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Shop with a Cop was a huge success

We had a great time with our fabulous North Las Vegas Police Department at the annual Shop with a Cop event.


Forty children got a chance to shop at Target alongside a North Las Vegas police officer or marshal who volunteered to be their personal shoppers. This year's young participants included children from Candlelighters of Southern Nevada, Positively Kids and the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation.


A very special thank you to the businesses and residents of North Las Vegas who provided funding for this holiday shopping spree. As a result of these generous donations, each child was provided with roughly $200 to spend.

 

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Rose Gardens tour

Councilman Isaac Barron and I recently toured the new Rose Gardens Senior Center with Executive Vice President of Nevada HAND Construction Robert Feibleman. The new residential complex is spacious and modern, and a wonderful upgrade for our deserving North Las Vegas seniors. The first residents are all settled in, and more will be moving in soon!

 

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Big happenings at Amazon

I had a wonderful time touring the newest North Las Vegas Amazon Fulfillment Center with Mayor John Lee.


When this massive 2.4 million-square-foot facility opens later this year, employees will pick, pack and ship small items, such as books, electronics and toys, to customers. The facility also will feature lots of innovative technology, including robotics, and is expected to create up to 2,000 full-time jobs with benefits!


These projects are a direct result of our efforts to streamline business in North Las Vegas and recruit new industries to our region, and are a huge win for our community and residents.

 

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New interchange for Apex Industrial Park

Last month, we joined the Nevada Department of Transportation to celebrate the completion of the Garnet Interchange, a new $63.4 million interchange at the gateway of Apex Industrial Park. The 16-month project adds safety, efficiency and capacity to Interstate 15 and U.S. Highway 93, and improves access for the thousands of trucks that come and go to our growing Apex Industrial Park. 

 

Thank you, NDOT, for your hard work on this important project that will benefit not only North Las Vegas but the entire Southern Nevada region!

 

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Spreading Christmas cheer

One of the most enjoyable aspects of my public service career is being able to spread Christmas cheer throughout our community.

 

Thanks to the generosity of many local business partners, who matched my donations dollar for dollar, we were able to provide toys to 500 children last month! I can tell you, the halls at Cahlan Elementary School, the James Boys and Girls Club, and Neighborhood Recreation Center were filled with lots of presents, laughter and Christmas cheer!

 

A very special thank you to the Rancho High School Hispanic Student Union members who assisted with our shopping spree and wrapping party, and to Eldorado High School Student Organization of Latinos members and their advisor, Assemblywoman Selena Torres, for pitching in! Last but not least, thank you to James Clubhouse Director Lisa Dix for her help coordinating this wonderful event!

 

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Upcoming events

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