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December 4, 2008

Henderson to offer buyouts to city employees; layoffs possible
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
By Jeremy Twitchell
Henderson will offer employees a buyout as part of its strategy to cover a projected $28.4 million revenue shortfall, and city leaders have not ruled out layoffs to make ends meet.
Henderson's Planning Commission has recommended approval of Park Heights, a mixed-use development planned for 40 acres at Interstate 215 and Stephanie Street.
Proposal for project with Henderson’s tallest building progresses to council
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
By Mike Trask
There’s some good news for a major development project in Henderson. The city Planning Commission has recommended approving Park Heights, a 40-acre project anchored by what would be the tallest building in the city. The “tallest” title now goes to Sunset Station, at 230 feet.
Parks department might change fees
Monday, December 1, 2008
By Jeremy Twitchell
The Henderson Parks and Recreation Department has asked for a hard look at the fees it charges for programs and services.
Henderson doles out federal funds to nonprofits
Monday, December 1, 2008
By Jeremy Twitchell
The Henderson City Council has reappropriated more than $117,000 in federal money it received to help local nonprofit agencies, with Opportunity Village coming away as the biggest winner.
City approves new rules for transferring patients between hospitals
Monday, December 1, 2008
By Dave Clark
Transferring patients between hospitals by private companies will no longer require a paramedic in Henderson, a move officials say brings the city in line with other area localities.
Council seeks foreclosure grant
LOOKING IN ON: CITY HALL: City would buy homes in distressed neighborhoods to then either sell or rent
Monday, December 1, 2008
By Sam Skolnik
Las Vegas is doing what it can to address the home foreclosure crisis. In part, that means requesting millions of dollars from the federal agency on the front lines of assistance.
Henderson City Council in brief
Thursday, November 27, 2008
By Home News Staff
News briefs from the Henderson City Council.
Reunion Trails Park contract gets OK
Henderson City Council:
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
By Home News Staff
The Henderson City Council unanimously voted Nov. 18 to award a $485,000 design contract for Reunion Trails Park to Southwick Landscape Architecture.
Las Vegas eyes own roster to fill coming city manager opening
CITY HALL:
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
By Sam Skolnik
It appears likely that outgoing Las Vegas City Manager Doug Selby will be replaced by one of his deputies, Betsy Fretwell, City Hall sources confirm.
Among the complaints about Cashman Field's design is that it does not offer fans much reprieve from the scorching desert sun during day games.
Lights dimming for Cashman Field
CITY HALL: With lease expiring soon, minor league baseball’s future here is up for grabs
Sunday, November 23, 2008
By Joe Schoenmann
The first major steps in a what is likely to be a long trek toward demolition of the Cashman Field baseball stadium and Cashman Center took place last week.
This artist's rendering depicts GSG Development's proposed mixed-use project, Park Heights, on 40 acres of the Cornersone Redevelopment Area at Interstate 215 and Stephanie Street. The project would include two 30-story residential towers, a 13-story condominium tower, a 12-story hotel and retail shops.
40-acre project gets OK from Henderson planners
Friday, November 21, 2008
By Jeremy Twitchell
With a long-awaited traffic study in hand, the Henderson Planning Commission voted 5-0 Thursday to favorably recommend a 40-acre mixed-use project on the northwest corner of Stephanie Street and Wigwam Parkway.
Henderson looks to reverse ban on teen nightclubs
Dance halls, nightclubs to be permitted but heavily restricted
Friday, November 21, 2008
By Jeremy Twitchell
Eight months after banning teenage nightclubs and dance halls in Henderson, the City Council is set to consider reversing its position.
Bids sought for trailhead project
Bids sought for trailhead project
Thursday, November 20, 2008
By Jeremy Twitchell
The Henderson Planning Commission voted 5-0 Nov. 13 to approve the designs for three new trailheads along the Amargosa Trail in southern Henderson.
Dee Lyon holds the Community Pride Award she received from Henderson Mayor James B. Gibson, center, ad City Council members from left, Jack Clark, Steve Kirk, Gerri Schroder and Andy Hafen.
Teacher picks up city's pride award
Thursday, November 20, 2008
By Jeremy Twitchell
On most mornings, Dee Lyon leaves her home at 4:30 a.m. for a three-mile walk. While she's out, she picks up as much trash as she can handle before heading into her job as a special needs teacher.
Students win contest as they envision being mayor
Thursday, November 20, 2008
By Frances Vanderploeg
Fifth graders around Henderson have decided, if they had a chance to be mayor, they would make the environment and economy their priorities.
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