Mesquite public meetings in 2021
17 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board
The Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board will review a letter from Dr. Jara regarding mandating vaccines for employees, discuss possible changes to its bylaws, and consider the Dr. Anne Rice Award. Principals will give quarterly reports, and updates on Nevada Academic Content Standards and the Community School Initiative are on the agenda. Public comments are accepted at the start and end of the meeting.
- Review and discuss letter from Dr. Jara on mandating vaccines for employees (Item 4.2)
- Review current bylaws and direct staff to make necessary changes (Item 4.1)
- Discussion and possible action on the Dr. Anne Rice Award for 2020-2021 (Item 4.3)
- Update on Nevada Academic Content Standards (Item 4.4)
- Update on the Community School Initiative (Item 4.5)
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will consider approving preliminary design plans for a façade remodel of Mesquite Plaza at 312 W Mesquite Boulevard. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, as well as public comment periods.
- Consideration of preliminary design plans for Mesquite Plaza façade remodel (312 W Mesquite Blvd, CR-2 zone)
- Approval of November 22, 2021 agenda and August 16, 2021 meeting minutes
- Public comment periods at start and end of meeting
Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board
The board will first approve the meeting agenda and prior minutes, then elect a Chair and Vice Chair. They will discuss the board's purpose, member responsibilities, Robert's Rules of Order, and the Open Meeting Law. A key item is consideration of drafting a letter to CCSD Trustees and Superintendent Jara. They will also discuss community English classes.
- Nominate and appoint a Chairperson
- Nominate and appoint a Vice Chair
- Discussion on CEAB purpose, member responsibilities, Robert's Rules of Order, and Open Meeting Law
- Consideration for a letter to CCSD Trustees and Superintendent Jara
- Discussion on Community English Classes
Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board
The Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board will consider approving the meeting agenda and minutes from May and June 2021. They will discuss scheduling a training on CEAB duties and Open Meeting Law, receive an update on COVID-19 numbers and possible effects on local schools, review current funding and balances, and discuss any changes to the current By-laws.
- Approval of August 26, 2021 meeting agenda; May 26, 2021 and June 17, 2021 CEAB meeting minutes
- Discussion on scheduling a training for CEAB members on duties, responsibility, and Open Meeting Law
- Update on COVID-19 numbers and effect on local schools, community support discussion
- Report on current funding and balances, including sub trust balance sheet
- Discussion on any changes to the current By-laws
Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board
The Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board will meet to approve past meeting minutes and discuss a community input session requested by the Clark County School District. As a local education advisory body, the board's discussions relate to community school programs and public engagement. The agenda is primarily procedural, featuring standard reports from principals and board members. The public will have two opportunities to comment on off-agenda matters and finalized items.
- Approval of the May 26 and June 17, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion of the CCSD-requested "Focus on the Future for Kids" community input session
- Principals and board members comments and reports
- Standard public comment periods at the start and end of the meeting
VV CEAB WORK SESSION
The Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board will hold a work session to discuss its purpose, mission, and by-laws. Topics include board member terms, reporting to the City Council, meeting frequency, and filling an at-large vacancy.
- Discussion on the purpose and mission of the CEAB
- Review of by-laws and board member terms
- Consideration of monthly vs. quarterly meeting frequency
- Interview for at-large board position
Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board
The Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board will hear a presentation from PACT Coalition Executive Director Jamie Ross. The board will also consider combined proposals from Virgin Valley Elementary, Hughes Middle, and Virgin Valley High Schools, and discuss its organizational structure. Consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting agenda and minutes.
- Presentation from Jamie Ross, Executive Director of PACT Coalition
- Consideration of proposals from Virgin Valley Elementary, Hughes Middle, and Virgin Valley High Schools combined
- Discussion on organizational structure of CEAB
- Approval of May 20, 2021 meeting agenda and February 18, 2021 and March 3, 2021 minutes (consent agenda)
- Two public comment periods (non-agenda and final)
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will consider approval of the agenda and minutes from previous meetings. They will then discuss a permanent tenant directory sign, new landscaping, and exterior painting at 12 West Mesquite Boulevard in the Central Business District. The committee will also discuss the MTCC Design Standards. Public comment is allowed at two points.
- Permanent tenant directory sign at 12 West Mesquite Blvd
- New landscaping in front of Rain Thai restaurant
- Exterior painting/resurfacing at 12 West Mesquite Blvd
- Discussion of MTCC Design Standards
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will hold a public hearing and consider approval of a permanent tenant directory sign, new landscaping, and exterior painting/resurfacing at 12 West Mesquite Boulevard in the Central Business District. The committee will also discuss the MTCC Design Standards. Consent agenda items include approval of the March 2, 2020 agenda and December 2, 2019 meeting minutes.
- Consideration of permanent tenant directory sign, new landscaping, and exterior painting/resurfacing at 12 West Mesquite Boulevard in the Central Business District Zone
- Discussion regarding the MTCC Design Standards
- Approval of the March 2, 2020 Architectural Review Committee agenda
- Approval of minutes from the December 2, 2019 meeting
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will consider a permit for a permanent sign at 12 W. Mesquite Boulevard in the Central Business District. Other agenda items include approval of the meeting agenda and public comment periods.
- Consideration of a permit for a permanent sign at 12 W. Mesquite Blvd. in the CR-3 zone
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will consider two architectural and site plan reviews. These items include a new covered RV storage facility and a dog boarding, training, and show facility.
- ASR-21-001: New covered RV Storage facility at 590 Cyrus McCormick Court and 1565 W Pioneer Boulevard
- ASR-21-002: Bark Canine Club dog boarding, training, and show facility at 510 Isaac Newton Drive
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will consider approval of two architectural and site plan reviews: a new covered RV storage facility on 8.87 acres and a dog boarding/training/show facility on 13.71 acres, both in the Light Industrial zone. The committee will also approve the meeting agenda and minutes from the February 16 Master Plan Committee meeting. Public comment is open at the beginning and end.
- ASR-21-001 (Outwest Boat/RV Storage): New covered RV storage on 8.87 acres at 590 Cyrus McCormick Ct and 1565 W Pioneer Blvd in IR-1 zone.
- ASR-21-002 (Barks Park Dog Resort): New dog boarding, training, and show facility on 13.71 acres at 510 Isaac Newton Dr in IR-1 zone.
- Consent agenda: Approval of March 29, 2021 agenda and February 16, 2021 Master Plan Committee minutes.
- Public comment periods at start and end of meeting.
Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board Special Meeting
The Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to consider approval of the CEAB Awards Task Force proposal and select a recipient for the 2019-2020 school year award. Additionally, the board will discuss parent concerns regarding Officer Larry Stewart and his continued role as School Resource Officer (SRO). The meeting includes public comment on each item.
- Consider approval of CEAB Awards Task Force proposal
- Consider approval of CEAB award recipient for 2019-2020
- Discussion on parent concerns about Officer Larry Stewart's role as SRO
- Attachments: Nick Montoya Statement and Mission of CCSD Police Department
Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board
The Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board will consider updating its 2019 by-laws, discuss a potential partnership with WAVES, and evaluate the conduct of School Resource Officer Lawrence Stewart following a November 2020 incident. The board may recommend that Stewart not be assigned as SRO for local schools. Other items include approval of meeting minutes and reports from principals and trustees.
- Consideration of updating the 2019 CEAB By-Laws
- Discussion of WAVES partnership with schools
- Review of School Resource Officer Lawrence Stewart's conduct in a November 2, 2020 incident (baby left alone in hotel room) and possible recommendation to remove him as SRO
- Update on Sexual Education
- Approval of February 18, 2021 agenda and January 21, 2021 minutes
City Charter Committee
The City Charter Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss administrative items, including the introduction of new appointee Steve Haugh and consideration of nominating a 9th committee member. The committee will also receive an update on a bill submitted for the 2021 legislative session. Approval of previous meeting minutes and the current agenda will be considered under the consent agenda.
- Introduction of Steve Haugh as appointee of Assembly member Annie Black
- Consideration to nominate the 9th member of the Committee
- Update on the status of the bill submitted by the Committee for the 2021 Legislation
- Approval of the February 18, 2021 agenda and January 14, 2021 minutes
Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board
The Virgin Valley Community Education Advisory Board will consider approving the meeting agenda and previous minutes. They will hear updates on distance learning, including school reopening plans, semester grades, and vaccine availability for teachers and administrators. The board will also discuss forming a task force related to the CCSD Sex Education Advisory Committee and receive updates from the CEAB Task Force.
- Approval of January 21, 2021 meeting agenda and November 19, 2021 meeting minutes
- Updates on distance learning: reopening schools, semester grades, vaccine availability for teachers/admin
- Discussion on possible formation of a task force for CCSD Sex Education Advisory Committee
- Introduction of new elementary school representatives
- Update from the CEAB Task Force
City Charter Committee
The Mesquite City Charter Committee will approve the meeting agenda and past meeting minutes. Members will vote on selecting a Chair and Vice Chair. The committee will discuss proposed amendments to the City Charter concerning the appointment process for the City Attorney and City Manager, the definition of city employees, and the reporting, hiring, and firing structure for City Executive Officers. Public comment periods are scheduled at the start and end of the meeting.
- Approve agenda and minutes from October 7, 2020 and November 5, 2020 City Charter meetings
- Select a Chair Person for the committee
- Select a Vice Chair for the committee
- Amend the charter on how the City Attorney and City Manager are appointed
- Amend the charter on employee definitions and reporting/hiring/firing of City Executive Officers