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Hello neighbors,
This week, City Manager Ryann Juden announced Jacqueline Gravatt as the new North Las Vegas Chief of Police. Captain Michael Harris was also promoted to Assistant Chief. Chief Gravatt and Assistant Chief Harris have been key in developing and expanding community policing and citizen engagement initiatives that have helped bring North Las Vegas’ crime rate down 35 percent from a decade ago.
Congratulations, Chief Gravatt and Assistant Chief Harris!
Read more about Chief Gravatt and Assistant Chief Harris at http://ow.ly/6yGZ50J94QB.
Veterans Resource Center breaks ground in North Las Vegas
The North Las Vegas City Council and the Veterans' Community Commission recently celebrated the groundbreaking of the North Las Vegas Veterans Resource Center! As part of the City's commitment to veterans and members of the military, the center will provide information about resources and social services, a space to collaborate with service providers, room for meetings and programming, and opportunities for social activities. It is expected to open by the end of the year!
 
North Las Vegas Police Department Community Events
Join our COP Division for a free community barbecue! The free event is slated from 12-4 p.m., Saturday, May 21 at Valley View Park, 2000 Bennett Street, North Las Vegas. There will be face painting, balloon artists, music, volleyball and vendors for community services and more!
Next week, join our North Las Vegas Police Department and Fire Department for a Battle of the Badge Blood Drive! The community blood drive is set from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, May 23 at Aliante Casino, 7300 N. Aliante Pkwy., North Las Vegas. Fire and Police will go head to head to see who can get the most blood donations. To register, visit https://www.redcross.org/.
 
Need financial assistance to start or grow your business? The NLV revolving loan fund increased to $45,000!
Do you need financial support to start or grow a business? The Invest NLV revolving loan fund maximum amount was recently increased from $25,000 to $45,000.
How does this support small business owners?
- Loan amounts are between $1,000 and $45,000 at a term of 12-36 months.
- Fixed interest rates of 5 - 7%.
- Unlike traditional banks, Access Community Capital will lend to startups or businesses with less than 2 years history.
- Advisory services, customer referrals, and networking opportunities provided at no cost to you!
How do I apply for a low cost loan?
Apply online or call (855) 758-2334.
Hear from Kalea Sanders Wright, the CEO of KSW Social Media Management about how she is using the increased loan amount to hire additional employees and expand her business!
Small Business Connector: Walk-ins and appointments accepted.
North Las Vegas City Hall
2250 Las Vegas Blvd. N.,
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Movie Madness: Free showing of "Space Jam: A New Legacy" at Seastrand Park
Movie Madness continues with a showing of "Space Jam: A New Legacy" at dusk (approximately 7:30 p.m.) on Friday, May 20 at Seastrand Park, 6330 Camino Eldorado Pkwy., North Las Vegas.
NBA champion and global icon LeBron James goes on an epic adventure alongside timeless Tune Bugs Bunny with the animated/live-action event "Space Jam: A New Legacy." This transformational journey is a manic mashup of two worlds that reveals just how far some parents will go to connect with their kids. When LeBron and his young son Dom are trapped in a digital space by a rogue A.I., LeBron must get them home safe by leading Bugs, Lola Bunny and the whole gang of notoriously undisciplined Looney Tunes to victory over the A.I.'s digitized champions on the court in this free showing of "Space Jam: A New Legacy.”
The free event is part of the City's mission is to enhance the quality of life for residents by providing a variety of family-friendly entertainment opportunities across North Las Vegas. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Coolers, picnic baskets, chairs and blankets are welcome. Please, no alcohol, smoking, e-cigarettes, vaping, tables or umbrellas. For more information, call (702) 633-2418.
I Love the 90's Tour
The I Love the 90’s Tour is coming back to select stages, including The Amp at Craig Ranch next Friday, May 20! Featuring headliner Vanilla Ice, the tour will additionally host a revolving lineup of 90’s hit makers including Rob Base, Color Me Badd, and Young MC! Purchase tickets online today! The event will have free parking, food trucks and more!
Our summer lineup continues with Ja Rule + Ashanti (Aug. 25), Lost 80’s Live! (August 26) and Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes (Sept. 2). Opened in 2015, The Amp is the only large-scale outdoor amphitheater in the Las Vegas valley located inside Craig Ranch Regional Park with seating capacity up to 6,800.
For more information on upcoming summer events, visit cityofnorthlasvegas.com.
Vegas Chamber MAC Night Out
I was honored to join the Vegas Chamber Military Affairs Committee (MAC) to recognize outstanding servicemen and servicewomen in Southern Nevada and local businesses that go above and beyond to support military and veteran communities in the greater Las Vegas area. The annual event was put on last night at the West Gate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. Thank you so much for having me!
  
Yours in service,
Mayor Pro Tem Richard Cherchio
        
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