V. ALLIANCE OF H.O.A.’S nlvalliance AGENDA DATE: THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2014 PLACE: ALIANTE LIBRARY--- 2400 DEER SPRINGS WAY, NLV TELEPHONE: 839-2980. Any questions please contact Richard Cherchio at 702-325-6708 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (Main meeting room) NOTE: As always we welcome any suggestions of topics to discuss or requested speakers to attend at future meetings. THURSDAY MARCH 27, 2014 NOTE THE DATE CORRECTION FOR THE ALLIANCE MEETING ! NORTH LAS VEGAS ALLIANCE OF HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS AND CONCERNED CITIZENS Many of you missed a very informative Town Hall meeting Tuesday evening, the 18th, with our 4th District Congressman Steven Horsford. He took time to visit one on one with those present and answer their questions. He also had brought some of his staff from Washington to work directly with the audience and resolve their individual problems. At this months meeting we have scheduled an appearance with Republican Candidate, Niger Innis, for the 4th Congressional District. In addition, we have asked Geoff Lawrence from the Nevada Policy Research Institute to give us a presentation on the “Margin Tax” which is going to be on the November ballot. This is a very controversial proposal and the decision will affect all of us. We expect several candidates to attend and spend some time telling us a little about their background and qualifications. We always have some updates provided by various city officials and interested community activities personnel and hopefully we have at least one city council person present to let us know what is pending or has taken place recently. Richard Cherchio will update us on the upcoming Nellis /Creech & Military Veterans Appreciation day set for Saturday May 17th at Craig Regional Park. Respectfully, Bob Mersereau President FEBRUARY MINUTES The North Las Vegas Alliance of HOAs and Concerned Citizens met last (Feb. 13th) with about 35 to 40 in attendance. A summary follows. Ms.Christie Linert (Citizens of Las Vegas United) spoke about the proposed gassification plant in North Las Vegas near the intersection of Losee and Lone Mountain. Her group is opposed to it as it is a possible source of noise, dust, pollution, and danger. The plant would take industrial waste and convert it to gas for electricity. The plant would be lit around the clock and trucks would be going in and out daily. It would use over 43,000 gallons of water daily. The Apex region would not work as an alternative as it lacks the water supply. The plant would also have four 65-foot tall stacks. No similar plant now exists. There will be a Town Hall Meeting on March 12th at 6pm held at Dickens DL Dusty Elementary School (5550 Milan Peak St., 89081) to address this project. Jon Oates ( President of Friends of Craig Ranch Park) spoke about upcoming events. On March 1st there will be 3 on 3 basketball event for kids from roughly 10am to about 4pm. Referees are needed. There will be a skate contest on March 8th. There will be a Caesar Chavez celebratory event on Saturday March 29th. The community gardens open on March 1st. Kalani Hoo (County court Judge) spoke about his newly started program to assist criminal offenders between the ages of 18 and 25. Mentors are needed to guide the offenders before they go deeper in the criminal system. The program will offer job, GED, and drug assistance. Don Schaefer (Sun City Aliante) spoke of upcoming events. A Town Hall will be held March 18th at Sun City Aliante from 6 to 8 pm. Congressman Steven Horsford will be the main speaker and will answer questions. On Tuesday May 6th from 6:30 to 9pm the NLV Alliance, Sun City HOA, and North Valley Leadership team will jointly host a Meet and Greet event for candidates running for public office. Further information will be provided. Robert Frank ( member of the State Commission that covers Homeowners and Associations) spoke of the current investigation into HOA corruption. He believes there is a need for a small court that could address homeowner, HOA, and contractor disagreements. All homeowners need due process. There are about 3000 HOAs in Nevada, with about 2000 of those in Clark County. Lydia Garrett (North Valley Leadership Team) spoke about their meeting last Saturday concerning development of property near MLK and Carey. A Bank of America rep from Dallas was there. They are interested in possible investment in the redevelopment project(s). He visited nearby Craing Ranch Park. B of A will do feasibility studies and he will return in March. Congressman Steven Horsford was at the meeting which was very helpful. Anita Wood (mayor pro Tem city council member) talked about the budget situation. Town Hall meetings will be held in the various wards in the future. The main library on Civic Center Dr.will be closing. It will move into the bottom floor of the new city hall. Council is considering a small increase in the library tax to help keep the libraries open on Saturdays. There has not been an increase in over 20 years. The old police headquarters may be sold to North Vista Hospital for their expansion efforts. The council is listening to experts on both sides of the proposed gassification plant. It will be discussed at the town hall meeting above. Candidates for public office were invited to give a brief speech about themselves. Some spoke, as well as some by their representatives. A sumarry follows: 1. Crescent Hardy (running for Congress against Steven Horsford) is a 5th generation Nevadan from the Mesquite area. He was a two term state legislator. He is a rural resident concerned with jobs and the economy. He believes the U.S. debt needs to be lowered. 2. Jerry Wiese (Dept. 30 incumbent judge) is seeking re-election. On bench since 2011. He will be on the November ballot. 3. Mike Davidson (running for dept. 3 judge) has been a lawyer for over 20 years. He used to be chief prosecutor. 4. Bobby Gronauer (running for Clark County Sheriff) spoke of his qualifications and goals. Former combat Marine with 24 years in Metro. Now retired and running a small investigative company. A 40-year resident. Served 3 terms as LV Constable. He believes Metros administration is too big. Wants Metro to offer good service with accountability. Tony Hickman (a field rep for many candidates) gave a rundown of all the candidates his firm is working for. Two of them will attend the March 18th gathering. Many will be at the Meet and Greet on May 6th. A rep for Niger Innis said he will be at the next Alliance meeting on March 27th. He is running against Steven Horsford in CD4. Other speakers: Bob Mersereau (current alliance president) spoke of other upcoming events. On Weds. Feb. 26th, Southern Nevada Strong will hold a meeting to discuss projects. Bob will attend to hear about the plans for the NLV Downtown project. The North Valley Leaderships next meeting is March 8th from 10 am til noon at the Pearson Center. At he next Alliance meeting on March 27th, Niger Innis will speak as well as Jeff Lawrence from the Nevada Policy and Research Institute. Richard Cherchio (Alliance Organizer) reminded us of the Nellis and Veteteran Appreciation Day event to be held on Sat., May 17th. There will be entertainment from the strip and some 6 to 10 thousand people are expected. It will be at Craig Ranch Regional Park and will be at zero cost to the city. Respectfully submitted by: Jeff Alpert (resident of Horizon Park HOA in NLV)
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