Pahrump public meetings in 2023

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Public Lands Advisory Committee will consider several items related to recent field trips and land use. The meeting includes discussions on a shooting range report and renewable energy project mitigation.

• Possible decision to build a trailhead on Nye County property in Johnnie
• Possible decision to approve logo artwork for two kiosks at Poleline Road and US-95 cattleguards
• Discussion of a shooting range report
• Discussion regarding renewable energy project ecosystem and aesthetic mitigation
• Possible decision to recommend Brian Jacobs for an Alternate Seat

Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee

The Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving the November minutes, reviewing a new member application and alternates, receiving a budget status update, and hearing from design and operations sub-committees. The agenda also includes public comment periods and setting the next meeting date.

• Review of new committee member application for BOCC recommendation for Skip Hadduck
• Promoting alternates to voting members or retiring resigned members
• Budget status update from town/county staff
• Status reports from Design and Operations Sub-Committees
• Public comment periods (3-minute limit per person)

Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee - Dissolved

This is the final meeting of the Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee, which was dissolved on December 1, 2023. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, public comment, and announcements, as well as possible actions on a board appointment recommendation, selecting 2024 officers, and discussing environmental and nuclear issues. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major new proposals or contracts listed.

• Consideration of Dale Griffith for BOCC appointment recommendation
• Election of 2024 Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion of ongoing water sampling of Basin 162 valley floor water wells
• Discussion of name change to Pahrump Environmental Management Advisory Committee (PEMAC)
• Discussion of environmental and nuclear issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to review and consider an application from Darius Mann for a Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) appointment recommendation. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, public comment periods, and announcements, but the main action item is the discussion and possible action on Mann's application.

• Review of Darius Mann's application for BOCC appointment recommendation
• General public comment periods (three-minute limit per person)
• Approval of the agenda for November 30, 2023
• Liaison/Nye County Staff/Town Staff comments
• Committee comments and announcements

Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the approval of past out-of-cycle events and the phrasing for a Home Depot bronze plaque. Members will also deliberate on future certificates of appreciation and the posting of meeting dates on the Bob Rudd center marquee.

• Discussion of Home Depot bronze plaque phrasing
• Review of past actions on out-of-cycle events at the Pahrump Veterans Memorial
• Discussion regarding future Certificates of Appreciation and Plaques
• Deliberation on announcing meeting dates on the Bob Rudd center electronic marquee
• Approval of October 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Public Lands Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially decide on planning a trailhead on Nye County property in Johnnie, among other procedural items.

• For Possible Action - Discussion to plan a trailhead on Nye County property in Johnnie
• For Possible Action - Approval of logo artwork for kiosks at Poleline Road and US-95 cattleguards

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The committee will participate in a trail ride to identify potential trailhead locations and inspect newly installed cattleguards.

• Scope Nye County parcels for trailhead development
• Inspect installation of 2 cattleguards on Poleline Road

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including reviewing its policies, bylaws, and reservation form, considering applications for appointment recommendations, and discussing arena reservations, the 2024 Fall Fest Rodeo, fairgrounds updates, and arena fixes or repairs. The agenda is largely routine, with no major funding or rezoning decisions listed.

• Review of policies, by-laws, and Reservation Form
• Consideration of applications for BOCC appointment recommendation: Cody Chappell, Michelle Chappelle, Frey Scot Tibbits
• Discussion of arena reservations
• Discussion of 2024 Fall Fest Rodeo
• Discussion of arena fixes and/or repairs

Tourism Advisory Committee - Dissolved December 17, 2024

The Pahrump Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several tourism-related items, including forming a 'Main Street Team' for beautification, a Christmas lights project, and creating a map of Pahrump. They will also review a new member application and hear reports from the OHV ambassador and Fair Grounds Committee. The meeting is a regular session with public comment periods.

• Discussion on forming a 'Main Street Team' similar to Tonopah's for beautification
• Christmas Lights project/Highway 160 contests by Tim Burke
• Creation of a map of Pahrump and special sites
• Review of Deanna O'Donnell's application for BOCC appointment recommendation
• Report by Robert Adams, OHV Tourism Ambassador

Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee

The Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing committee membership, and setting the next meeting date. The main substantive items are a budget status update from town/county staff and a discussion on creating a management and operating plan, possibly through sub-committees.

• Budget status update and future expectations
• Creation of a management and operating plan
• Review of new committee member applications or promoting alternates
• Approval of October 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee - Dissolved

The Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss administrative updates and regional environmental and nuclear issues. The committee will consider changing a member's status and potentially renaming the body to the Pahrump Environmental Management Advisory Committee.

• Approval of April 07, 2023, meeting minutes
• Proposal to change Cheryl Varkalis from an alternate to a full voting member
• Discussion of 2024 work plans
• Discussion regarding a name change to Pahrump Environmental Management Advisory Committee (PEMAC)
• Deliberation on environmental and nuclear issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump

Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee

The committee will deliberate on several items including the presentation of certificates and plaques. They will also discuss requests to the Board of County Commissioners regarding cemetery information and QR code integration.

• Approval of September 21, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of past actions on out-of-cycle events by committee leadership
• Discussion of a bronze plaque for Pahrump Home Depot
• Proposal to update the Chief Tecopa Cemetery tri-fold via Pahrump Tourism
• Proposal to create a QR code for Memorial Wall and donation information

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Public Lands Advisory Committee will discuss establishing a trailhead and wildlife viewing area in Johnny off SR-190. The meeting also includes a presentation on renewable energy projects from the BLM Pahrump Field Office.

• Discussion of a $120,000 contribution to the National Center for Public Lands
• Proposal for a trailhead and wildlife viewing area off SR-190 in Johnny
• Proposal to install information kiosks at Poleline Road and US-95 cattleguards
• Presentation on BLM renewable energy projects by Nick Pay
• Discussion of a shooting range report

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the future vision for the arena, review of policies and by-laws, arena reservations, the 2024 Fall Fest Rodeo, updates on the Fairgrounds, and arena fixes and repairs. The agenda is largely substantive, with multiple items for possible action.

• Discussion on future vision for the arena including upgrades and improvements
• Review of policies and by-laws
• Discussion on arena reservations
• Discussion on 2024 Fall Fest Rodeo
• Discussion on arena fixes and repairs

Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee

The Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving the previous meeting's minutes, reviewing committee member applications or promoting alternates, and receiving a budget status update from Tom Bolling. The committee will also discuss a new plan to best utilize remaining funds and set the date for the next meeting. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

• Budget status update by Tom Bolling on spending and future expectations
• Discussion on new plan to utilize remaining funds
• Review of new committee member applications or promotion of alternates
• Approval of September 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment periods (two) with three-minute limit per person

Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including past actions on out-of-cycle events, future certificates and plaques, wreath holder painting, a new committee member application, and the purchase of a glass display cabinet. They will also consider requesting the Board of County Commissioners to update a cemetery brochure and create a QR code for memorial information. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment periods.

• Discussion on painting wreath holders and possible paint color choice
• Purchase of a glass display cabinet for the Veterans Memorial Building lobby
• Committee membership application from Stephen Hall
• Request to Board of County Commissioners to update Chief Tecopa Cemetery tri-fold and create QR code
• Approval of past actions on out-of-cycle events

Tourism Advisory Committee - Dissolved December 17, 2024

The Pahrump Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including forming a 'Main Street Team' for beautification, planning town-wide Christmas decorations, and reviewing the Tourism Director's updates. The committee will also consider recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. The agenda includes standard procedural items like approval of minutes and public comment periods.

• Discussion on forming a 'Main Street Team' similar to Tonopah's for beautification
• Plan for town-wise Christmas décor and decorations
• Tourism Director's bi-monthly updates and activity reports
• Report by Robert Adams, OHV Tourism Ambassador
• Report by Charles Ballew, Pahrump Fair Grounds Committee

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including the future vision for the arena with upgrades, review of policies and by-laws, arena reservations, updates on the Fairgrounds, and arena fixes or repairs. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment periods.

• Discussion on future vision for the arena including upgrades and improvements
• Review of policies and by-laws
• Discussion on arena reservations
• Updates concerning the Fairgrounds
• Discussion on arena fixes and repairs

Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee

The Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving the previous meeting's minutes, reviewing committee membership, and hearing a budget status update. The committee will also consider purchasing a tractor and developing a plan to use remaining funds. The agenda includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Discussion and possible action on minutes from March 30, 2023 meeting
• Review of new committee member applications and promotion of alternates
• Budget status update by Tom Bolling
• Discussion and possible action on purchasing a tractor
• Discussion and possible action on a plan to utilize remaining funds

Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including past out-of-cycle events, future certificates and plaques, wreath holders for the December 2023 Wreaths Across America event, hosting the 2024 Memorial Day event, and purchasing a glass display cabinet. The agenda also includes updates from subcommittees and public comment periods.

• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2023 meeting
• Discussion on past out-of-cycle events at the Veterans Memorial
• Wreath holders for December 2023 Wreaths Across America event
• Hosting 2024 Memorial Day event at Veterans Memorial Building
• Purchasing a glass display cabinet for the lobby

The Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee approved the hosting of a 2024 Memorial Day morning event and the purchase of a glass display cabinet for veteran memorabilia. The committee also approved the use of a specific wreath holder design for Wreaths Across America.

• Approved August 17, 2023 agenda
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved wooden dowel wreath holders for Wreaths Across America
• Approved hosting a 2024 Memorial Day morning event
• Approved purchase of a glass display cabinet for the lobby

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including the future vision for the arena, policy review, reservations, fairgrounds updates, current repairs, and homeless/vagrant issues. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment periods.

• Discussion on future vision for the arena including upgrades and/or improvements
• Review of policies and by-laws
• Discussion on arena reservations
• Updates concerning the Fairgrounds
• Discussion on current arena fixes and/or repairs

The committee approved arena reservation dates for NWHF, WWLB, Legends Bull Riding, and PHS/JrHS Rodeo. Members discussed arena improvements, including the need for additional sand and new overnighting signs. No formal actions were taken regarding policies, bylaws, or equipment upgrades.

• Approved NWHF reservation for Aug 26 (all in favor)
• Approved WWLB reservation for October 21-22 (all in favor)
• Approved Legends Bull Riding date modification for December 6 (all in favor)
• Approved PHS/JrHS Rodeo reservation for February 16-18, 2024, requiring rental of all stalls for 1 night (all in favor)
• Approved August 10, 2023 agenda (all in favor)
• Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Public Lands Advisory Committee is meeting to review July meeting minutes and consider expanding the scope of previous discussions regarding Right Of Ways. The committee will also review a presentation on county contributions to the National Center for Public Lands.

• Presentation on BOCC's $120,000 contribution to NACO and Nevada Association of Counties
• Discussion to expand scope regarding designation of Right Of Ways for Phases 2 and 3
• Selection of an applicant, Timothy Davidheiser, to fill two open alternate seats

The committee approved expanding the scope of a previous agenda item to include Right Of Ways for Phases 2 and 3 within the BLM Pahrump Field Office boundary. Timothy Davidheiser was selected to fill two open alternate seats. The committee also approved the July 11, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved expanding scope of July 11 agenda item 10 to include Right Of Ways (ROWs) for Phases 2 and 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Timothy Davidheiser to fill two open PPLAC alternate seats (unanimous)
• Set next meeting date for 09/12/23 (4-0)

Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving past out-of-cycle events, future certificates and plaques, a thank-you BBQ for the Buildings and Grounds crew, and a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners about officially naming the Memorial Building. They will also hear a presentation about wreath holders for the December 2023 Wreaths Across America event and consider a resignation.

• Discussion on increasing parking availability at the Memorial Building
• Discussion on noise suppression devices and electronic/computer plug-ins for the Memorial Building
• Recommendation to Board of County Commissioners to consider officially naming the Memorial Building
• Presentation by Marty Crim on wreath holders for December 2023 Wreaths Across America event
• Discussion regarding Carl Jones' resignation

The committee approved the membership application of Jerry Paradise and accepted the resignation of Carl Jones. Members agreed to a $25 per person cost for the annual Buildings and Grounds crew BBQ on October 26. The committee also approved a revised subcommittee assignment sheet.

• Approved July 20, 2023 agenda
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved membership application for Jerry Paradise
• Approved $25 per member cost and October 26 date for Annual Thank You BBQ
• Accepted resignation of Carl Jones
• Approved revised subcommittee assignment sheet

Tourism Advisory Committee - Dissolved December 17, 2024

The Pahrump Tourism Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting on July 13, 2023, at 8:00 AM. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes, as well as discussions on tourism-related topics such as a presentation from Nature Health Farms, a possible 'Main Street Team' for beautification, a letter of support for a BLM detour for the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Trail, and a review of the committee's by-laws. The committee will also discuss its role and goals as an advisory body to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Discussion on forming a 'Main Street Team' to beautify the main street, similar to Tonopah's
• Possible letter of support for a detour over BLM land for Phase 1 of the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Trail
• Review of Tourism Committee's By-Laws and proposed amendments
• Discussion on committee's goals and recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners
• Presentation by Alex De Jong of Nature Health Farms

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including future arena upgrades, policy and by-law reviews, arena reservations, Fairgrounds updates, current fixes, and the annual Fall Fest Rodeo 2024. The agenda is largely substantive, with multiple action items, though no specific dollar amounts or contracts are listed.

• Discussion on future upgrades and/or improvements to the arena
• Review of policies and by-laws
• Discussion on arena reservations
• Updates concerning the Fairgrounds
• Discussion on annual Fall Fest Rodeo 2024

The committee approved the purchase of a scoreboard and granted reservation requests for Pahrump 4H and the Legends Roughstock Finals. Members also discussed facility repairs and scheduled a general repair walkthrough.

• Approved purchase of a scoreboard to use with timers
• Approved Pahrump 4H reservation for Aug 24, 2023
• Approved Legends Roughstock Finals reservation for Dec 6-7, 2023
• Approved July 13, 2023 agenda
• Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled review of policies and bylaws

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Public Lands Advisory Committee will meet to review previous meeting minutes and hear reports from Commissioner Debra Strickland. The committee will also deliberate on naming the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail and making appointment recommendations to the BOCC.

• Naming the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail
• Discussion of route marking designs
• Appointment recommendations for Cali Antonia Barquin, Jim Hannah, and Timothy Davidheiser
• Report on shooting range progress

The committee approved the naming of the Pahrump-Beaty Offroad Adventure Trail and selected a guidebook for marking the route. They also recommended one applicant for appointment to the board and scheduled their next meeting.

• Named the Pahrump-Beaty Offroad Adventure Trail the BATTLEBORN TRAIL (Unanimous)
• Approved referencing the Great Trails Handbook for marking the designated route (Unanimous)
• Recommended Jim Hannah to fill a seat for appointment by the BOCC (Unanimous)
• Continued the appointment of two alternate seats to August 8th (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 11, May 09, and May 15, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Set next meeting for August 8th at 5pm (Unanimous)

Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee - Dissolved

This is the agenda for the final meeting of the Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee, which was dissolved on June 23, 2023. The agenda is entirely procedural, covering routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and discussion of work plans and environmental/nuclear issues. No substantive decisions or new business are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of Earth Day/Arbor Day event for April 22, 2023
• Discussion of 2023 work plans and additions
• Discussion of environmental issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump
• Discussion of nuclear issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump

Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including past out-of-cycle events at the memorial, new committee membership applications, and improvements to the Veterans Memorial Building such as electronic/computer plug-ins and parking. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment periods.

• Approval of past actions on out-of-cycle events at the Pahrump Veterans Memorial
• Ratify Nye County Commissioners appointments for Bruce Cox, Beverly Baker, and Gregory Cardarelli
• Approval of committee membership application from Jerry Paradise
• Discussion on electronic/computer plug-ins and increasing parking at the Veterans Memorial Building
• Update of Activities Coordinator duties

The committee approved the membership application of Jerry Paradise and adopted revised 2023 duties for the Activities Coordinator. The committee also approved the April 20, 2023, meeting minutes with one correction.

• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes with correction to 'Run for the Wall'
• Approved committee membership application for Jerry Paradise
• Approved revised 2023 Activities Coordinator duties including assistance with service branch information

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Public Lands Advisory Committee will meet to review previous meeting minutes and hear reports from Commissioner Debra Strickland. The committee will also deliberate on naming and marking the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail.

• Approval of April 11, May 09, and May 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report regarding NACO Western Conference
• Report regarding shooting range progress
• Discussion on naming the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail
• Discussion on how to mark the designated trail route

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving the agenda and prior meeting minutes, reviewing approved member applications and an alternate position application, and discussing arena reservations. The committee will also receive updates on the Fairgrounds, consider arena fixes and upgrades, and hear from Jimmy Martinez about the annual budget and where arena funds are deposited.

• Review of PAAC member applications approved by the BOCC
• Discussion of PAAC alternate position application
• Arena reservations discussion
• Updates concerning the Fairgrounds
• Arena fixes and upgrades (e.g., sound equipment, de-rocking machine)

The committee approved several arena reservation requests for 2023 and 2024. It also accepted new member applications and appointed an alternate position. Updates were provided on fairgrounds construction and equipment orders.

• Approved June 8, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted member applications for Robert, Steve, Kamal, and Loyce
• Accepted Tawny Wald for alternate position and moved Cody Chappell to an alternate position (unanimous)
• Approved Circus reservation for March 12, 2024, pending requirements (unanimous)
• Approved Nye County 4H reservations for June 27 and July 25 (unanimous)
• Approved Mounted Shooters reservation for Sept 16 (unanimous)

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss several public land matters including mustang and burro fencing needs. Members will also deliberate on a memorandum of understanding for offroad adventure trails and the potential transfer of the Pahrump Fairgrounds to the Town of Pahrump.

• Discussion regarding need for and location of mustang/burro fencing
• Proposed temporary Memorandum of Understanding with BLM for Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail routes
• Recommendation of conveyance of 427-acre Pahrump Fairgrounds (APN# 027-741-01) to the Town of Pahrump
• Discussion regarding comments on the April 4th Federal Register release to change the BLM Planning Rule

The committee decided to work with the NCPW and BLM to prepare and submit Right of Way (ROW) applications for the Pahrump-Beaty Offroad Adventure Trail for Nye BOCC approval. Other items regarding mustang/burro fencing and the BLM Planning Rule were discussed but not decided upon.

• Approved motion to work with NCPW and BLM to prepare and submit ROW applications for Nye BOCC approval (Unanimous)

Tourism Advisory Committee - Dissolved December 17, 2024

The Pahrump Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of past meeting minutes, tourism director updates, and reports from the OHV Tourism Ambassador and Fairgrounds Committee. The committee will also discuss its role and potential recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2023, and March 16, 2023
• Tourism Director's bi-monthly updates and activity reports
• Report by Robert Adams, OHV Tourism Ambassador
• Report by Charles Ballew, Fairgrounds Committee
• Discussion of short-term and long-term goals and recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners

The committee approved the minutes from January 12 and March 9, 2023. Members discussed tourism reports, potential new tour ideas, and the need for road repairs, but took no other formal action.

• Approved minutes of January 12, 2023 and March 9, 2023 (unanimous)

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review the April 11, 2023, meeting minutes and discuss an application from Jim Hannah. Members will also consider participating in Pahrump’s Fall Festival and reviewing proposed changes to the BLM planning rule.

• Discussion of PPLAC application from Jim Hannah
• Progress report on shooting range by Commissioner Debra Strickland
• Discussion regarding participation in Pahrump’s Fall Festival, September 21-24, 2023
• Discussion regarding comments on proposed changes to the BLM planning rule

The committee approved a membership application for Jim Hannah and agreed to participate in the Pahrump Fall Festival. A progress report was provided regarding the potential acquisition of the Murphy pit for a shooting range.

• Approved PPLAC application from Jim Hannah (Unanimous)
• Approved participation in Pahrump’s Fall Festival and sharing a booth with other committees (Approved; Rick Treter voted no)
• Set next meeting for June 13th (Unanimous)
• Moved April 11, 2023 minutes to May 15 workshop

Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee

The committee approved the March 16, 2023, meeting minutes with corrections. Two agenda items regarding plaques and building renovations were removed as they had been previously discussed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 20, 2023 agenda
• Approved March 16, 2023 minutes with corrections
• Removed agenda items #10 and #11 regarding plaques and building renovations

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approval of the previous meeting's minutes, arena reservations, updates on the fairgrounds, and possible fixes and upgrades to the arena. The agenda also includes discussion of the annual budget and account balances, and a concern raised by Debbie Walters about Mounted Shooters using the arena. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

• Discussion of arena reservations
• Updates concerning the Fairgrounds
• Arena fixes and upgrades (sound equipment, de-rocking machine, 12' portable panels, repair list)
• Copies of annual budget and balance of accounts
• Debbie Walters' concerns about Mounted Shooters events

The committee approved a new amplifier for announcing equipment and accepted two arena reservation requests. Members also scheduled a workshop to plan arena upgrades and accepted additional budget backup information.

• Approved P.O.S.S. rescheduled date of May 20, 2023 (all in favor)
• Approved Oct 27-29 Dog Show dates and cook shack use (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of a new amplifier (all in favor)
• Approved scheduling a workshop to create a plan for arena upgrades (all in favor)
• Tabled purchase of portable panels
• Approved additional budget backup information provided by Jimmy (all in favor)
• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved April 13, 2023 agenda (all in favor)

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The committee will review the March 14, 2023, meeting minutes and discuss several land-use topics. Agenda items include potential agreements for offroad adventure trails and discussions regarding mustang/burro fencing.

• Discussion of mustang/burro fencing
• Proposal for Nye County to enter an MOU with the BLM for Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail routes
• Discussion regarding commenting on the Avi Kawa monument designation
• Report on shooting range progress
• Discussion regarding NDOW repairs

The committee approved a meeting date for guzzler repairs and authorized the drafting of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the BLM for the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail. Several other items, including mustang/burro fencing and the NACO Western Conference report, were moved to the next meeting.

• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Set guzzler repair meeting for May 10 at 8 am at Carpenter Cyn. Rd. BLM fire station (Unanimous)
• Approved motion for Robert Adams to work with NCNR Megan and BLM PFO temporary Manager to draft an MOU and pursue ROWs for Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail routes (Unanimous)
• Set next meeting date for May 9 (Unanimous)
• Tabled NACO Western Conference report to next meeting
• Tabled mustang/burro fencing discussion to next meeting

Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee - Dissolved

This is the final meeting of the Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee, which was dissolved on April 7, 2023. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, including the approval of previous minutes, roll call, and public comment. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for action.

• Approval of minutes from the March 03, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of new member applications or retiring resigned members
• Discussion of Earth Day/Arbor Day event for April 22, 2023
• Discussion of 2023 work plan additions
• Setting the date and time for the next committee meeting

The provided document is an agenda for the Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on April 07, 2023. It does not contain minutes or a record of actions taken, votes cast, or decisions made.

Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee

The committee decided to use the remaining $126,000 in funds to have Public Works complete the berms. The committee also retired one member and tabled a discussion on purchasing a tractor.

• Approved Public Works to finish the berms using remaining funds
• Retired Jon Mazlo from the committee
• Tabled discussion regarding purchasing a tractor
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Set next meeting for May 4, 2023, at 6pm

Tourism Advisory Committee - Dissolved December 17, 2024

This is the agenda for the March 16, 2023 meeting of the Pahrump Tourism Advisory Committee, which was dissolved on December 17, 2024. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of minutes, public comment, and committee reports, with discussion items on tourism recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Discussion and deliberation of minutes from January 12, 2023 meeting
• Tourism Director's bi-monthly updates, activity reports, and projects
• Report by Robert Adams, OHV Tourism Ambassador
• Report by Karen Spalding, PTAC Community Center Ad-Hoc Committee
• Discussion on tourism-related recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners

The committee approved the meeting agenda and received reports on tourism occupancy, strategic planning, and the Pahrump to Beatty Trail. No other substantive actions were taken, and the approval of the January 12, 2023, minutes was moved to the May 11, 2023, agenda.

• Approved March 16, 2023 agenda
• Moved approval of January 12, 2023 minutes to May 11, 2023 meeting

Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the minutes from February, recognize Jannis Saunders with a certificate, review past out-of-cycle events at the memorial, consider future certificates and a plaque for Ron Frasier, and hear an update on memorial building renovations. The agenda also includes public comment periods and announcements.

• Approval of February 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Certificate of Appreciation for Jannis Saunders
• Discussion on approval of past out-of-cycle events at the memorial
• Future certificates and Ron Frasier plaque
• Progress update on memorial building renovations

The committee approved the meeting minutes from February 16, 2023. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting. Building and Grounds Supervisor Jimmy Martinez reported that water main and sewer line hook-ups for the memorial building renovations are under repair with no completion date provided.

• Approved March 16, 2023 agenda
• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee - Dissolved

The Pahrump Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including finalizing spring athletic field allocations, filling committee member positions, electing officers, and reviewing park development updates. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment periods.

• Spring field allocation for organizations using town athletic fields
• Consideration of permanent and alternate committee member positions
• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Acceptance of applications from Helen Schneider and Beth Borysewich
• Updates on fairgrounds, Kellogg Park, and other parks (Ian Deutch, Simkins, Petrack, Blosser)

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss various public land matters including wildlife water needs and project progress. Action items include reviewing mustang/burro fencing and the BLM's evaluation of a solar project.

• Discussion and possible decision regarding mustang/burro fencing
• Discussion regarding repairs for Westside Spring Mountain wildlife guzzlers
• Progress report on shooting range by Commissioner Debra Strickland
• Progress report on BLM approval of the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail
• Review and possible comment on BLM's initial evaluation of the Golden Currant Solar Project application

The committee agreed that planned projects for the Golden Currant Solar Project are too large and located too close together. Members also approved the February 10 meeting minutes and scheduled the next meeting for April 11.

• Approved February 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed decision on mustang/burro fencing
• Reached consensus that Golden Currant Solar projects are too big and too close together
• Set next meeting for April 11 (unanimous)

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving the previous meeting's minutes, arena reservations, updates from the Fairgrounds Committee, arena fixes and upgrades, copies of the annual budget and account balances, and taking responsibility for the Annual Fall Fest Rodeo. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

• Arena fixes and upgrades: sound equipment, de-rocking machine, purchase of 12' portable panels, repair list
• Copies of annual budget and balance of account(s)
• PAAC taking responsibility for Annual Fall Fest Rodeo
• Arena Reservations discussion
• Updates from Fairgrounds Committee

The committee approved arena reservations for the Sin City Mounted Shooters and Iron Horse Bikers. A decision on the purchase of portable panels was tabled. The committee also noted progress on a well project and fence installation at the fairgrounds.

• Approved Sin City Mounted Shooters reservation for March 11, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Iron Horse Bikers reservation for May 27-29, 2023 (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on purchase of portable panels (unanimous)
• Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 9, 2023 agenda (unanimous)

Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee - Dissolved

This meeting agenda is for a committee that was dissolved in 2023. The agenda contains only procedural items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and discussion of future events. No substantive decisions or actions are recorded.

• Committee dissolved as of March 3, 2023
• Agenda includes discussion of Earth Day/Arbor Day event
• Discussion of nuclear and environmental issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump

The provided document is an agenda for the Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee meeting. It does not contain the minutes or a record of actions taken, votes cast, or decisions made.

Veteran's Memorial Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business including approving past minutes, electing 2023 officers, and considering new member applications. They will also discuss planning an open house/dedication event after memorial building renovations, review renovation progress, and set sub-committee assignments for the year.

• Approve minutes of Nov 17, 2022 meeting and cancellation of Jan 19, 2023 meeting
• Consider new member application from Gerard Dumont as alternate member
• Change Bruce Cox's membership expiration to two-year term ending Jan 1, 2025
• Plan Open House/Dedication event at multi-purpose building after renovations
• Discuss mandatory attendance at Nye County Open Meeting Law and Ethics training in Feb 2023

The committee elected Bruce Cox as Chair, Beverly Baker as Vice Chair, and Alice Lubbers as Secretary. The committee also approved a new alternate member and established a 120-day timeline for a bylaw review.

• Approved November 17, 2022 minutes as corrected (7-0)
• Accepted Jerry Dumont as an alternate member (7-0)
• Changed Bruce Cox's membership expiration date to 1/1/2025 (7-0)
• Elected Bruce Cox as Chair, Beverly Baker as Vice Chair, and Alice Lubbers as Secretary (6-0 each)
• Decided not to hold a meeting in December 2023 (7-0)
• Approved presenting a plaque and certificate to John Koenig at the multi-purpose building rededication (7-0)
• Established a Bylaw Review committee to complete work within 120 days (7-0)
• Approved the corrected sub-committee list (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee - Dissolved

The Pahrump Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and take possible action on several items, including finalizing spring athletic field allocations, filling committee member positions, electing officers, and reviewing park development updates. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment periods.

• Spring field allocation updates for town athletic fields
• Consideration of permanent and alternate committee member positions
• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Applications from Helen Schneider and Beth Borysewich
• Updates on fairgrounds, Kellogg Park, and other parks

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Public Lands Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly vote on fencing related to mustangs and burros, and on repairing wildlife guzzlers at Westside Spring Mountain. The committee will also hear a progress report on a shooting range and an update on the BLM-approved Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail. Public comment is allowed on both agenda and non-agenda items.

• Possible decision on mustang/burro fencing (Item 8)
• Possible decision to inspect and repair Westside Spring Mountain wildlife guzzlers (Item 9)
• Presentation on shooting range progress by Commissioner Debra Strickland (Item 10)
• Progress report on BLM approval of Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail (Item 11)
• Approval of January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Item 5)

Arena Advisory Committee

The committee approved the purchase of a de-rocking machine and requested bids for portable panels. The board established its 2023 leadership positions and approved a new member. A reservation for monster trucks in May 2023 was also accepted.

• Approved reservation for Live A Little Monster Trucks May 5-6 2023 (5-1)
• Approved 2023 board positions: Robert Tibbits (Chair), Cody Chappell (Vice Chair), Michelle Chappell (Admin Assistant) (Unanimous)
• Approved Kamal Mann for vacant member position (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized purchase of de-rocking machine up to $73K (Unanimous)
• Approved request for bids on 160 12’ portable panels (Unanimous)
• Set Fairgrounds Committee meeting for March 3, 2023
• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved February 9, 2023 agenda (Unanimous)

Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee - Dissolved

The Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving prior meeting minutes, adding new committee members, planning an Earth Day/Arbor Day event, and considering 2023 work plan additions. The committee will also deliberate on environmental and nuclear issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump, with possible comments to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Discussion and possible action on 2023 work plan additions
• Discussion on Earth Day/Arbor Day event for April 22, 2023
• Discussion and possible action on environmental issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump
• Discussion and possible action on nuclear issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump
• Discussion on new committee member additions

The provided document is an agenda for the Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on February 03, 2023. It does not contain minutes or a record of actions taken, votes cast, or decisions made.

Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee

The committee approved the January 5, 2023, meeting minutes and set the next meeting for March 9. Members discussed budget balances, the potential purchase of a maintenance tractor, and grant updates.

• Approved January 5, 2023, meeting minutes
• Removed agenda item #9 from the February 2 agenda
• Set next meeting for Thursday, March 9

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee - Dissolved

The Pahrump Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including finalizing spring athletic field allocations, filling committee member positions, electing officers, and reviewing updates on park developments. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment periods.

• Finalize spring field allocations for organizations using town athletic fields
• Consider permanent and alternate member positions on the committee
• Elect Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Accept applications from Helen Schneider and Beth Borysewich
• Discuss progress on fairgrounds, Kellogg Park, and other parks

Tourism Advisory Committee - Dissolved December 17, 2024

The Pahrump Tourism Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive updates from the Tourism Director and subcommittees, discuss tourism-related recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, and elect officers for the coming year. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major funding or policy decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 10, 2022 meeting
• Tourism Director's bi-monthly updates and activity reports
• Report by OHV Tourism Ambassador Robert Adams
• Report by PTAC Community Center Ad-Hoc Committee (Karen Spalding)
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for January 2023–January 2024

The committee elected its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for the January 2023 to January 2024 term. The Tourism Director provided updates on rental tracking software, website progress, and social media rankings.

• Approved January 12, 2023 agenda
• Approved January 12, 2023 minutes as corrected (unanimous)
• Elected James Horton as Chairman for Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 (unanimous)
• Elected Karen Spalding as Vice Chair for Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 (unanimous)
• Elected Debbie Davis as Secretary for Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 (unanimous)

Arena Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approval of previous meeting minutes, arena reservations, 2023 board positions, scheduling work groups to sort equipment for Carvers, and arena fixes and upgrades such as sound equipment and lighting. The agenda also includes public comment periods and announcements.

• Discussion and deliberation of Arena Reservations
• Discussion and deliberation regarding 2023 PAAC board positions
• Scheduling a work group to sort equipment for Carvers
• Arena fixes and upgrades: sound equipment, de-rocking machine, stock pen lighting, replacing 10x10 stalls with 12-foot portable panels

The committee approved the purchase of a de-rocking machine and requested bids for 160 portable arena panels. Three event reschedules were approved, and the board tabled decisions on 2023 board positions.

• Approved purchase of de-rocking machine with budget not to exceed $60K (all in favor)
• Approved seeking bids for 160 12’ heavy duty portable arena panels (all in favor)
• Approved rescheduling Sin City Mounted Shooters to Jan 21, 2023 (all in favor)
• Approved rescheduling Nevada Western Heritage Foundation to Jan 28, 2023 (all in favor)
• Approved rescheduling Pahrump Open Schooling Show to May 20, 2023 (all in favor)
• Tabled 2023 PAAC board positions; approved motion to advertise for open positions (all in favor)
• Approved Jan 12, 2023 agenda (all in favor)
• Approved Nov 10, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Public Lands Advisory Committee

The Pahrump Public Lands Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly approve its 2022 year-end report, set 2023 goals and objectives, elect officers, and prioritize loops for the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail for BLM approval. The meeting includes public comment periods and routine procedural items.

• Discussion and possible approval of 2022 year-end report
• Discussion and approval of 2023 goals and objectives
• Election of 2023 PPLAC officers
• Prioritization of loops for BLM approval of the Pahrump-Beatty Offroad Adventure Trail

The Pahrump Public Lands Advisory Committee approved the 2022 year-end report and established 2023 goals. The committee also re-elected existing officers and prioritized a specific phase of the Pahrump-Beaty Offroad Adventure Trail for BLM approval.

• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 year-end report (Unanimous)
• Approved continuing 2022 goals with two additions for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Re-elected existing 2023 PPLAC officers (Unanimous)
• Prioritized Pah-Bea Phase 1 with DETOUR for BLM approval (Unanimous)
• Set next meeting for February 14th (Unanimous)

Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee - Dissolved

This is a procedural agenda for the Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on January 6, 2023. Items include approval of prior minutes, new member additions, election of 2023 officers, and discussion of environmental and nuclear issues in Southern Nevada. The committee was dissolved effective this date.

• Discussion and possible action on 2023 Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion and possible action on 2023 work plan
• Discussion of environmental issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump
• Discussion of nuclear issues in Southern Nevada and Pahrump
• Committee dissolved as of January 6, 2023

The provided document is an agenda for the Pahrump Nuclear Waste & Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on February 03, 2023. It does not contain minutes recording any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee

The Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving a letter opposing a solar project, starting grading at the park, reviewing the budget, and addressing the perimeter fence and sound barrier. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Letter to County Commissioners opposing solar project
• Discussion on start of grading
• Budget status report by Tom Bolling
• Perimeter fence and sound barrier discussion
• Review of committee member applications and alternates

The committee approved the appointment of new members and authorized Tom Bolling to spend grant and county match funds to build the OHV park. Members also agreed to send a letter to the Board of County Commissioners opposing the solar project.

• Approved January 5, 2023 agenda
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes
• Promoted Loyce Seastrunk to voting member
• Added Ryan Williams and Charles Ballew as Alternates (unanimous)
• Approved writing a letter to the Board of County Commissioners opposing the solar project
• Authorized Tom Bolling to spend grant and county match funds to build the OHV park
• Set next meeting for February 2nd at 5pm