Economic development is intrinsically connected to workforce. This truth is recognized by leaders in a region that has spent several decades working to diversify its economy and grow in a healthy, holistic way. An integral part of that solution is Workforce Connections, one of two Nevada local workforce development boards charged with the mission of fostering a workforce that … [Read more...] about Workforce Development is Economic Development
Joe Lombardo
Most Respected Leaders 2023
“Knowledge will give you power, but character respect.” —Bruce Lee True respect, the kind that good leaders garner, isn’t freely given. This type of respect is earned through a million small decisions that are witnessed by peers and the quiet leadership that builds successes. The 2023 Class of Most Respected Leaders (MRL) have earned this respect. Their … [Read more...] about Most Respected Leaders 2023
Free Market WatchDemocrats & Teacher Unions Wrong in Principle on Opportunity Scholarships
In August, legislative Democrats turned down Governor Joe Lombardo’s proposal to fund Nevada’s Opportunity Scholarship program reasonably from surplus funds available, and they left the funding at a minimum level. But Lombardo pulled a rabbit out of the hat and found enough private reserve funding to keep hundreds of students already in the program from losing scholarships this … [Read more...] about Free Market Watch
Free Market WatchGov. Lombardo’s Solutions for Nevada Education
Governor Joe Lombardo has proposed record funding for Nevada education: billions of dollars in increases. He also did two other important things. First, he said our PK-12 public-school monopoly would be held to measurable improvements in student achievement or their funding increases will be reconsidered. Thus, we won’t repeat the key mistake of the past: throwing money … [Read more...] about Free Market Watch
Tight RacesGet Out and Vote
Well, folks, it’s that time again. Every two years we endure months of political ads, mailers and debates leading up to election day which is only a month away. This year, Nevada elections are very tight which means each and every vote is important. The Review Journal recently cited a poll from Emerson College Polling which showed the races in Nevada for U.S. Senate and … [Read more...] about Tight Races
GLVAR Teams Up with Metro Police, City of Las Vegas to Combat Squatters
LAS VEGAS – The Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS (GLVAR) , the City of Las Vegas (CLV) and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) have launched a new initiative geared toward removal of squatters from vacant or distressed homes. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, some 3,600 vacant or distressed homes in the Northwest Area … [Read more...] about GLVAR Teams Up with Metro Police, City of Las Vegas to Combat Squatters
More Cops Tax Gains Support from Henderson Chamber of Commerce
Proposal to support tax to hire 15 more officers in Henderson, 133 in Las Vegas HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce Issues Committee and the Henderson Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced support for the More Cops Tax initiative in an Aug. 25 letter to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Sheriff Joe Lombardo. The proposal would add … [Read more...] about More Cops Tax Gains Support from Henderson Chamber of Commerce
County Commission Chairman Steve Sisolak and Sheriff Joe Lombardo Join with Community Leaders to Make Plea for Public Safety
Statewide Poll Indicates Overwhelming Majority of Nevada Voters, Support Stringent Regulation of Transportation Network Companies LAS VEGAS – Clark County Commission Chairman Steve Sisolak joined with representatives of the southern Nevada transportation industry and other community leaders to urge Nevada legislators to put public safety first and hold all transportation … [Read more...] about County Commission Chairman Steve Sisolak and Sheriff Joe Lombardo Join with Community Leaders to Make Plea for Public Safety
Park Place Infiniti Sponsors Smiles for Survivors; Governor Approves Solar Tax Incentives
Park Place Infiniti Sponsors Smiles for Survivors Park Place Infiniti is sponsoring the fourth annual Blow Out Breast Cancer event, presented by the Smiles for Survivors foundation and Square Colour Salon and Spa. [Read More...] Governor’s Office of Energy Approves Solar Tax Incentives Highlighting its commitment to renewable energy in Nevada, the Governor’s Office of Energy … [Read more...] about Park Place Infiniti Sponsors Smiles for Survivors; Governor Approves Solar Tax Incentives