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on the cover Children’s lives have been derailed by what is becoming a socioeconomic epidemic.
The decision to add a furry, feathery or scaly friend to the family should not be made on impulse. There are many factors to consider. In five minutes, we’ll make you an expert on life span, cost of care and other variables. related content n Pets available for adoption, P31
help for homeless kids
Since 2008, there has been a spike in child homelessness in Nevada and across the nation. We look at the challenges faced by homeless youths, talk to people in the community working to combat the problem and share ways you can lend a hand.
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Playing cards at the highest level starts long before the hands are dealt. Ten successful professionals discuss nine ways to gain an advantage at the table, from getting a good night’s sleep to eating right, being aggressive and paying attention to hands that you aren’t playing.
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In speaking with local entrepreneurs who have been through the process of starting a business, we gathered tips and advice for success. Have a business plan. Do your homework. Ask questions. Market, market, market. These are just some of the keys to success identified by those interviewed.
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more news ‘There’s nothing Islamic about the so-called Islamic State’ A Las Vegas high school graduate studying at New York University is on a mission to change the way mainstream America sees his religion.
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the book is thrown Additional charges were filed against Lakeisha Holloway, who is accused of intentionally hitting people on the Strip with her car. She faces 1,000plus years in prison, if convicted.
Jan. 20
stadium plans? UNLV officials closed a deal to buy a 42-acre plot at Tropicana Avenue and Koval Lane that could be the site of a future on-campus stadium.
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case for light rail The Southern Nevada Tourism Infrastructure Committee will hear about a multibillion-dollar transit proposal from the Regional Transportation Commission.
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rivalry game The UNLV basketball team plays host to Mountain West Conference leader San Diego State at 5 p.m. at the Thomas & Mack Center.
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the hopefuls and hopeless on the presidential scene The purplest of purple states, Nevada is a key battleground for Oval Office aspirants. Each week, we rank how the presidential candidates fared in the state and on issues important to its residents. Here’s who had a good week and a bad week.
Bernie Sanders
Marco Rubio
Carly Fiorina
Ted Cruz
Chris Christie
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Not only did polling show that Sanders closed the gap in Iowa and widened it in New Hampshire, he became the focal point of a Jan. 17 debate when Hillary Clinton went on the attack against him. Those days when Clinton was cruising to the nomination? Gone.
Rubio has presented himself as a candidate who can get broad support in the general election. A decent appearance on “The Tonight Show” and a special edition by National Review featuring 20 conservatives condemning Donald Trump didn’t hurt.
Fiorina got to visit a really cool place, the Peppermill, during a campaign stop on the Strip. Otherwise, she suffered a pretty rotten week in which she was accused of steering Iowa preschoolers from a field trip to an antiabortion rally.
Cruz lost his lead over Donald Trump in Iowa and remains third in New Hampshire, according to USA Today’s poll tracker. Cruz also made an awkward step in saying Trump “embodies New York values,” essentially characterizing all New Yorkers as liberals.
As a huge snowstorm bore down on the East Coast, Christie took criticism for staying on the campaign trail instead of returning to New Jersey. “For any governor, it’s time to come home,” said New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, a Democrat.
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if only you could pick your neighbor Americans would most like to be neighbors with singer-songwriter Taylor Swift and least like to be neighbors with Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, a Zillow survey found. Actress Jennifer Lawrence and comedian Amy Schumer also landed near the top of the list, while Kim Kardashian, Kayne West and Justin Bieber rounded out the bottom.
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Graduation rate of Englishlanguagelearning students in Clark County in 2015. Among all students, the graduation rate is about 75 percent.
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arum’s jab at trump Boxing promoter Bob Arum announced an allHispanic undercard April 9 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena ahead of the Manny Pacquiao vs. Timothy Bradley main event. Arum is calling it the “Donald Trump undercard” in response to the Republican presidential candidate’s stance on immigrants.
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HOW TO PICK THE RIGHT PET
HAVE YOU DECIDED TO GET A PET? ASK YOURSELF THESE QUESTIONS FIRST:
W h e r e d o I l i ve? Your living environment can be one of the biggest determining factors in selecting a pet. If you have a large house with a spacious back yard, you have the room needed to care for energetic dog breeds such as border collies and English shepherds. If you live in a small apartment, maybe a cat or aquariumdwelling critter is more suitable. If you have a surplus of land, you can entertain the idea of farm animals such as horses and goats, if zoning permits them.
BY JESSE GRANGER | STAFF WRITER
OTHER QUESTIONS TO KEEP IN MIND: ■ Does your landlord allow pets?
Choosing the right pet can be tough. There are many factors to consider when bringing an animal into your home, and a pet purchase or adoption shouldn’t be taken lightly. ¶ Buying a pet on impulse is never a good idea, and getting an animal just because it’s cute can have repercussions if you don’t have the means to care properly for it. ¶ So before heading to the shelter or pet store, do the necessary research so you bring home the right furry, feathery or scaled companion.
KEY ANIMAL LIFESPAN • EST. YEARLY COST
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■ Are there additional fees for keeping them? ■ Does your building or neighborhood prohibit certain types of animals or breeds? Many communities, for example, don’t allow pit bulls or other bully breeds. CONSIDER THIS: Research breeds — just because you live in a small apartment doesn’t mean you are barred from dog ownership. Some breeds can thrive in an apartment as long as they go on walks regularly. Surprisingly enough, Great Danes are one of the best breeds for small living quarters. They spend most of their day lounging and can flourish without much space.
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While the initial purchase price of some animals can be inexpensive cheap, especially when adopting from a shelter, costs for upkeep and food add up over time and quickly surpass the initial investment.
FERRET 7-10 YRS • $730
CHINCHILLA 10 YRS • $730
RABBIT 9 YRS • $515 SNAKE 9 YRS • $450 HAMSTER 2-3 YRS • $440
GUINEA PIG 4-5 YRS • $440
LIZARD 5-10 YRS • $260
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H ow m u c h m o n ey a m I willing to spend?
Why do I want a pet?
What is my l i f e s t y l e?
There is much more to consider when it comes to pet expenses than simply asking, “How much is that doggie in the window?”
If you want companionship ... intelligent animals such as dogs and cats are your best bet.
Honestly assess whether you work long hours and your pet will be home alone for extended periods of time. Some animals handle isolation better than others.
If you are looking for a low-budget pet, fish may be the way to go. While initial setup costs can be expensive depending on the size of a tank you want, most fish can be fed for less than $30 a year. Expensive tropical fish such as the Neptune grouper or golden basslet can cost thousands to buy, but pet stores also sell many fish for less than $5 each.
If you want an animal to cuddle that isn’t as demanding ... guinea pigs or ferrets are great substitutes. Both are friendly but require less space than a cat or dog. Smaller rodents such as hamsters, mice, rats and gerbils aren’t as affectionate but are much cheaper and easier to take care of. Cages can get smelly, but gerbils are the least odorous of the bunch. If you want to own a creature that is pretty or interesting ... also known as observational pets, they aren't known to return affection but can liven up a room.
other options: n Dogs: Average one-time costs for a dog, including spaying or neutering, emergency vet care and a crate, typically run about $2,100, according to the American Kennel Club. Annual upkeep, including food, grooming and other regular expenses, averages about $2,500.
n Fish can be aesthetically pleasing, especially if placed in a colorful aquarium. A well-stocked fish tank can change the vibe of a room completely. n Reptiles also are popular for their interesting appearance. There are thousands of varieties of snakes, turtles, lizards and frogs that come in all colors. Lavender albino ball pythons have a beautiful yellow and white pattern but can cost upwards of $40,000. Tree frogs come in a multitude of rainbow patterns and can be bought for just $30.
n Cats: They typically cost much less than dogs but still require cat litter, food and medical care. n Reptiles: Reptiles can range in price. Some frogs cost less than $10, while certain species of snakes are worth thousands. However, some reptiles have expensive taste in food. Larger snakes, for example, eat mice, which can get pricey over time.
n Birds are another aesthetically pleasing animal; parrots and parakeets coming in countless color combinations. Most parakeets cost less than $30 but live only 5 to 9 years. Cockatoos can cost as much as $1,000 but live 40 to 60 years and will keep you company with friendly banter.
If you have a lot of time to give ... Dogs generally need the most attention from owners and can become depressed if left alone too often. Cats typically don’t require as much attention, but some breeds are more needy than others. If you aren’t sure how much time you will be able to spend with your pet ... fish or reptiles may be your ideal choice. Both are self-sufficient and easily can survive without humans. CONSIDER THIS: Also take into account when you will spend time with your pet. If you work strange hours and sleep during the day rather than at night, consider a ferret or sugar glider (a small marsupial similar to a squirrel). They are nocturnal and are most active at night.
horse 25-30 yrs • $11,790 DOG 10-13 yrs • $965-$5,969
cat 15 yrs • $780
bird 5-60 yrs • $575
Did you know? The oldest goldfish ever recorded was 43 years old.
turtle 50 yrs • $350 other fish 2-15 yrs • $300
goldfish 30 yrs • $300
frog 10-12 yrs • $260
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Source: Forbes, PetPlace.com
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of homeless k i d s Nevada has one of the highest rates of homeless children in the nation, but there are many ways to help them By Ian Whitaker | staff writer
In the time it took for her older brother to drive to the store and back, Dessirae went from sitting on her bed doing homework to being battered, bruised and thrown out of her home. ¶ The Mojave High School junior, at the time 17, was standing in her pajamas barefoot in the rain when her 22-year-old brother pulled up. It was the middle of the night. Tomorrow was a school day. ¶ Dessirae’s laptop and homework lay scattered in pieces on her bedroom floor. Her phone was inside the house 14.7 Average with her father, who had stumbled in the door a few minutes earlier after a night of drinking age a teen and doing drugs. ¶ Had her older brother been there, the situation might have turned out becomes homeless differently. Instead, Dessirae’s younger brother and sister watched as Dessirae’s father dragged Dessirae by the hair out of her bedroom, threw her over a couch and started punching her in the face. He was upset that Dessirae was talking on a cellphone he didn’t know she had. ¶ Dessirae’s sister threw herself at her father to try to make him to stop, but she too ended up in the wall. ¶ Now Dessirae was kicked out. She’d been thrown out multiple times, but this time, it was for good.
Nationwide, children ages 12 to 17 are at a higher risk for homelessness than adults.
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lies who experience it. While Dessirae waited outside, her older brother went “It happens because you’ve been locked out of your into the home and snuck out her backpack, which always home, because you’ve been evicted or your home has carried her birth certificate, Social Security card and a been foreclosed,” said Kelly-Jo Shebeck, a coordinator at toothbrush and toothpaste. Then, her brother made anthe Clark County School District’s Title 1 Hope program, other trip to the store to buy her shoes. which provides services to homeless students and their Dessirae felt she had overstayed her welcome with families. “You’re living with friends or families because of friends. So after her brother came back, she slipped on her economic hardship.” new shoes and walked five miles to Craig Ranch. The park Many homeless students’ families are doubling up in a was being built at the time, but she found a picnic table and house with another family, be it relatives or friends. Othsat down. She rewrote by hand the school essay she had ers live in weeklies — motels and extended-stay hotels that been working on. When security came around, she hid in serve as temporary homes. portable restrooms. When young people navigate homelessness without “I didn’t do much sleeping,” Dessirae said. their parents, the cause often is family related. A For a month and a half, Dessirae walked the 2010 study by the National Runaway Switchstreets of Las Vegas, looking for places to sleep board found that half of unaccompanied and do homework. There was a shopping cenEvery year, homeless teens were thrown out of the ter on Martin Luther King Boulevard and a about 5,000 homeless youths house by their parents. McDonald’s on Charleston Boulevard. die because of The physical and psychological conseAt school, Dessirae worked in the cafassault, illness quences of homelessness can be devastating eteria, where the manager knew what she or suicide. on students. was going through and gave her extra hours. “When youths go out on the street, they go Sometimes she napped in the school counselinto survival mode,” said Arash Ghafoori, execuor’s office. The counselor had no idea Dessirae was tive director of the Nevada Partnership for Homeless homeless. Youth. “It’s very hard for us as adults to think back to a “It was hard,” Dessirae said. “I just wanted to live a nortime when we didn’t know anything about society, virtualmal teenage life.” ly nothing about how to access services, resources, not beThe counselor eventually figured out what was going on. ing able to drive, not being able to be gainfully employed.” “Where have you been sleeping?” she asked Dessirae. Many homeless children resort to sex as a means to surDessirae spent the rest of the year pingponging between vive, giving up their bodies on the street in exchange for the homes of counselors and teachers. She eventually seshelter or food, experts say. cured housing through the Nevada Partnership for Home“These are kids,” Ghafoori said. “Bad things can happen less Youth. She still lives in the apartment the agency set to them very quickly.” her up in. Now 19, Dessirae attends the College of Southern Nen n n vada. She has a stable life and is thinking of transferring to a university in Utah. One of the biggest challenges advocates face is getting Dessirae’s story may have a happy ending, but for scores homeless students into the system. The transient nature of other local children who are homeless, the outcomes of Las Vegas means students and families may not be in aren’t always so rosy. one place long enough to seek help. For families with children in school, that puts much of the responsibility on n n n school staff. Every Clark County School District campus has coordiEvery year, thousands of students become homeless in nators to identify and serve homeless students. But identhe Las Vegas Valley. In 2015, Clark County School District tifying which children need help takes special attention to officials identified more than 11,000 students as in need of detail. homeless services, and the count has risen steadily. Home“Staff will start noticing that kids are coming to school less students can include those couch surfing, staying with in the same clothes all the time or the clothes are getting friends, sleeping on the streets or living in any other untoo small,” Shebeck said. “It’s really on schools to understable environment. stand and see the need.” However, district figures include only students who are Once homeless students are identified, they gain access enrolled in school. Thousands more homeless children to a range of services. They can receive school supplies and fall through the cracks because they live on the street or in toiletries, free breakfast and lunch. shelters and do not attend school, experts say. The McKinney-Vento Act, which first authorized fedAlmost 24,000 Nevada children were homeless in 2013, eral funds to combat homelessness, requires school disaccording to a 2014 report by the U.S. Department of tricts to provide the services. Homeless students also have Housing and Urban Development. Nevada had the higha right to attend the school they attended before they beest share of unsheltered, unaccompanied youths in the came homeless. nation. “Our goal is to ensure students are immediately enrolled State statistics mirror what has become a new national and that we can provide the same services as students who reality in the wake of the Great Recession. Student homeare in a home,” Shebeck said. lessness has doubled since 2008. Helping homeless children living on the streets is a difEven while the unemployment rate has fallen as the ferent story. economy recovers, student homelessness has grown “Youth don’t advertise being homeless,” Ghafoori said. worse. As of last school year, 1.4 million students were con“It’s not as simple as going somewhere and saying, ‘Raise sidered homeless, up 8 percent from a year earlier. your hand if you’re a homeless youth.’” There is no one cause for student homelessness. The reasons are as varied and diverse as the students and famih omeless kids, Continued on page 16
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About 39 percent of America’s homeless population is younger than 18.
HOW YOU CAN HELP Understand the problem Many people define homelessness inaccurately, assuming that someone is homeless only if he or she lives on the street. But homelessness refers to any lack of regular, stable housing. Homeless people may couch surf, rent rooms by the week or live in a vehicle. Understanding the proper definition is key to addressing the issue because it is the first step in realizing how widespread the problem is.
Volunteer Most homeless-advocacy groups welcome help from volunteers. Pitch in with administrative duties, sort clothing, cook meals, assemble furniture, teach a computer class, help with a job application or sponsor a field trip. The opportunities are vast, and many require only a small investment of time.
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth 4981 Shirley St., Las Vegas 702-383-1332, nphy.org The Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth provides services to thousands of children and teens in Southern Nevada. Programs aim to stabilize homeless youths’ lives, meet their immediate needs, provide a safe, supportive environment and offer a path to self-sufficiency. The organization operates a dropin center and emergency shelter, facilitates family reunifications and runs an independent living program.
Street Teens 5599 S. Pecos Road, Las Vegas 702-215-4171, streetteens.org Street Teens is a volunteerbased, nonprofit group that helps homeless, abandoned and at-risk youths, ages 1221. Volunteers provide such necessities as clothing, food, showers, sleeping bags, phone cards and bus passes, and help the young people access educational, health care and employment resources.
These are the most requested items at Project 150
School supplies Pens, pencils, highlighters, binders, paper, spiral notebooks, notebook dividers, calculators, USB flash drives, backpacks and combination locks for lockers
Food Juices, crackers, instant soup, canned meats, canned beans, peanut butter, instant oatmeal, protein bars, granola bars, dry noodles and pastas, applesauce and dried fruit
Lobby elected officials More resources for outreach and prevention mean more homeless youths can be helped in a meaningful way. But expansions in programming take money and political will. Lobby your elected officials and ask them to act today to end homelessness. Write letters, make phone calls, send emails. “These youths are not a policymaker’s problem,” said Arash Ghafoori, executive director of the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth. “They’re not voters. They’re not taxpayers.” So you be their voice instead.
Donate Nonprofits that work with homeless and displaced teens are in constant need of supplies. The next time you are shopping, why not grab a few extra items to donate? Or organize a donation drive at your office, school or house of worship. Monetary donations also are appreciated, and many of the local agencies guarantee 100 percent of the contributions go directly to helping kids.
Project 150 3600 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas 702-721-7150, project150.org Project 150 collaborates with schools and community organizations to maximize resources for struggling teens to allow the students to focus on graduating from high school. Project 150 serves more than 1,500 homeless, displaced and disadvantaged students at 38 high schools in Southern Nevada.
Clothing Gently used or new teen appropriate clothing (jeans, T-shirts, jackets, tennis shoes, sleepwear); socks, underwear, bras and undershirts
New small fleece throw blankets
Bus passes
Title 1 Hope: Homeless Outreach for Education 702-855-6682, ccsd.net/departments/title-i-hope Title I Hope, an effort by the Clark County School District, works to remove barriers so homeless students can enroll in and remain in school. Staff provides students tutoring and mentoring, transportation, clothing, food, scholarships, computer access and more.
Personal hygiene items and toiletries
Have formal wear you’re looking to toss? Donate it instead to Las Vegas Prom Closet, Project 150’s special-occasion boutique. This year’s shopping event will be March 12 in Zappos Plaza, but donations are accepted year-round. Teens who otherwise might not attend prom because they can’t afford clothing can pick out outfits for their special day. Needed items include new or gently used formal dresses, suits, shoes, ties, purses and accessories, with a critical need for plus-size dresses, young men’s dress clothes and jewelry. Makeup, makeup brushes, hair products and hair irons also are needed. Drop off items at the Project 150 volunteer center. — Delen Goldberg and Ian Whitaker
Drop off items for donation 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the volunteer center, 3600 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas, or at any Harmony Homes sales office in the valley.
On any given day in 2015, about 2,230 unaccompanied homeless children were living on the streets or in homeless shelters in Southern Nevada.
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Homeless youths enrolled in Clark County schools in 2014—2015 In Nevada in 2014, 50.1 percent of homeless children were unaccompanied. Nevada was the only state where a majority of homeless children were without a parent or guardian. The state with the next highest proportion, New Mexico, reported 14.9 percent of homeless children as unaccompanied.
This doesn’t include homeless youths who are not enrolled in school.
Organizations often categorize homeless youths based on whether they are accompanied by a parent or guardian, or are unaccompanied. Nationally, 86.1 percent of unaccompanied homeless young people are 18 to 24 years old; 13.9 percent are 17 or younger.
Where are they nationally?
Homeless youths frequently become victims of human trafficking.
There are 1.7 million homeless children nationally. 45,205 of them are unaccompanied by a parent or guardian. Greater than 6%
3%-6%
1%-2.9%
Less than 1%
Where unaccompanied CHILDREN AGES 17 OR YOUNGER are (2014)
1. California (28.4 percent) 2. Florida (19.6 percent) 3. Nevada (12.3 percent) 4. Texas (9.8 percent)
Homeless youths are more likely than their peers to engage in substance abuse, suffer from mental and physical health problems, contract sexuallytransmitted diseases, experience unwanted pregnancies, commit and become victims of crimes, go to prison, become involved in gangs, drop out of school and become homeless adults.
challenges faced by homeless youths 1 in 5
1/3
50%
46%
17%
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40%
Children under the age of 18 will run away at least once
Share of homeless youths who engage in survival sex
Share of children and teens in shelters and on the streets nationwide who reported that their parents either told them to leave or knew they were leaving but didn’t care
Share of homeless youths who left home because of physical abuse
Share of homeless youths who left home because of sexual abuse
Increased likelihood of runaways becoming infected with HIV non-runaways
Share of homeless youths who identify as LGBTQ. Racial and ethnic minorities and LGBTQ youths are overrepresented among the homeless population. — Delen Goldberg
Sources: Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth, Safe Horizon, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Urban Institute
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Every year, about 5,000 homeless youths die as a result of assault, illness or suicide.
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Many students don’t realize they are homeless because they aren’t out on the street, or they want to avoid the stigma. Some homeless youth are simply unaware that they can seek help. So staffers at the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth visit homeless hotspots around the city, and return frequently, to build a rapport with the children. The agency also runs the Safe Place program, which provides emergency services for children and teens who are in dangerous situations, whether the cause be running away, getting kicked out of the house or going on a date with someone they feel is a threat. The young people can go to any of 83 locations in Southern Nevada, including dozens of fire stations and Terrible’s gas stations, where a Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth crisis responder will meet them within 30 minutes, assess their situation and drive them home or, if needed, to a drop-in center or emergency shelter. The Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth headquarters is a small house south of UNLV, where children can drop in during the day for haircuts, bus passes, food and clothing. It’s also where youths can meet with a case manager, in many cases the first step to helping them back on their feet. “The one common thing these kids need is time,” Ghafoori said. “You have to unravel what happened, otherwise it’s just a BandAid and you’re going to see them again.” n
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Homelessness doesn’t always look like a person in rags pushing a shopping cart. It also looks like Mathew Perry, an 18-year-old senior at Sunrise Mountain High School. Perry’s mother decided last year to move back to Georgia, but Perry wanted to stay and finish his schooling in Las Vegas. He lived with his grandmother for a while, but she left for Georgia soon after. So Perry moved into an apartment with a friend, paying his share of the rent with a job at a frozen yogurt shop. He makes $150 every two weeks and barely has enough left after rent to buy a burger. Perry is the type of student the district’s Title 1 Hope office keeps constant tabs on. While he’s not living on the street, he could be any time. “In reality, it sucks,” Perry said. “I hate having to go to work every day. I can’t even go out to the park and have fun for an hour. I have a schedule I have to follow, otherwise I’m out on the streets.” As soon as school lets out, Perry heads to the one part of his day when he makes time for himself — wrestling practice — then goes to work at 5:30 p.m. He gets home around midnight and wakes up at 6 a.m. Sometimes, friends tell him he is lucky to be independent. Perry says they don’t realize the sacrifice involved. If his life were more typical, he says, “I would have a little bit more of a social life probably. I would get to have more of a high school experience going out with friends after school. I couldn’t even tell you what (other teens) do.” With the help of Title 1 Hope, Perry recently was accepted to UNLV. Program staffers helped him fill out financial aid forms, apply for scholarships and secure a spot in campus dorms. More than any other cause, advocates say, student homelessness persists because the problem is self-perpetuating. Young people drop out of school, fall through the cracks, end up on the street and disappear from view. As one Title 1 Hope advocate put it: “If it doesn’t fit in that box of sleeping on (the street) or in a shelter, the problem doesn’t even occur to some people.” The way to fight it is with social awareness, advocates say. “When you look on the corner and see a homeless adult, the problem is obvious,” said Vincent Pollard, manager of the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Outreach. “But if you were to see these kids and what they have to go through, the nation would be disgusted. The fact that this is an invisible problem is what allows it to exist.”
if you have nowhere to sleep Teens ages 12-18 who have no place to sleep, have run away or been kicked out of their home, need a stable housing situation, need food, clothing or hygiene supplies, or feel like they are in danger can call the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth crisis hotline 24 hours a day at 1-866-U-ARESAFE (1-866-8273723) to talk to someone and get immediate help.
If you need help immediately, go to these spots Any time of day, youths can request help by going to any Terrible Herbst convenience store or city of Las Vegas fire station, or boarding any Regional Transportation Commission bus and asking for help. A Safe Place crisis responder will meet the child within 30 minutes.
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if you need help finding jobs and housing Young people ages 12-21 can call the Street Teens 24-hour hotline at 702-8093585. Volunteers help young people be as safe and healthy as possible while living on the streets and provide resources to help homeless youths find jobs and housing.
if you need services Between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, youths can visit the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Drop-In Center at 4981 Shirley St., Las Vegas, to access services. Walk-ins are welcome.
Nevada211
The Trevor Lifeline
702-836-2195, nevada211.org Nevada211 connects people, for free, to critical health and human services. Access the database of local community services by phone, by text or online.
1-866-488-7386, thetrevorproject.org The Trevor Project provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning young people ages 13-24.
Rape Crisis Center 702-366-1640, rcclv.org The Rape Crisis Center provides victim assistance immediately after an assault, via a 24-hour hotline or in-person at the hospital.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255, 1-800-799-4889 (TTY), suicidepreventionlifeline.org The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline helps people find a reason to keep living. By calling, you’ll be connected to a trained counselor at a crisis center in your area. The hotline operates 24/7.
Child Protective Services 702-399-0081, clarkcountynv.gov/depts/ family_services/services/ Child Protective Services investigates reports of child abuse and neglect in our community. That can include physical, mental or sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, negligent treatment or maltreatment of a child under 18 by a person responsible for his or her welfare.
Safe Nest 702-646-4981, 1-800-486-7282, safenest.org Safe Nest shelters, counsels and advocates for victims of domestic violence. Shelter homes are maintained in undisclosed locations for the safety of victims.
National Runaway Safeline 1-800-786-2929, 1800runaway.org The National Runaway Safeline offers support to young people who have run away or are considering running away. Trained counselors can suggest options for outreach or simply listen.
National Human Trafficking Resource Center 1-888-373-7888, polarisproject.org The National Human Trafficking Resource Center operates a toll-free hotline to answer calls from anywhere in the United States, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in more than 200 languages. Staff connect human trafficking victims to support and services to get help and stay safe. Victims also can send a message to the BeFree Textline (233733) to get help and connect with local services. — Delen Goldberg
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Student’s goal: Change the way Muslims are seen in America these peaceful, loving people who I have so much of a connection to. They’re constantly being misrepresented, and oftentimes, I find the community is scared to speak out. I’ve always been someone who is kind of outspoken, so I’ll speak my mind and say what I believe.
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A 19-year-old with local roots has made a name for himself nationally by working to dispel stereotypes about Muslims. New York University sophomore RJ Khalaf, who recently appeared on a CBS News panel of millennial Muslims, What should people know about says he hopes to enlighten people about young Muslims in America? the true meaning of Islam, not to prosPeople think Muslims aren’t Amerielytize but to combat false stereotypes. can or that we’re a different kind of Khalaf was born in Colorado but moved American. I would to Las Vegas when he say to those people — was 4 years old. We are not especially regarding “Just because our Muslimthe Muslims of my religion has been hiAmericans. We generation; among jacked, doesn’t mean my friends, almost all we’re anyone’s enemy,” are Americans who are of us were born and he said. Muslim ... We believe raised in the United Khalaf, who is studyStates — we are not ing politics, rights and in this country. We love Muslim-Americans. development, said he this country. We are We are Americans hopes to use his voice proud of this country, who are Muslim. to advocate for his comChristians don’t say munity and debunk and we’re proud to live they’re Christianmisconceptions about in this country. Americans. Jews Muslims in America. don’t say they are — RJ Khalaf Jewish-Americans. How did you I don’t believe there get involved in should be this hyactivism? phenation for the way we describe ourIt goes back to my freshman year at selves as Americans. We believe in this Coronado, where we started the Muscountry. We love this country. We are lim Student Association. I’ve always had proud of this country, and we’re proud this desire to stand up for what I believe to live in this country. is right, and it’s something that’s very dear to me. How do you feel about the proposal to ban Muslims from Why are you so passionate about entering the United States? advocating for Muslims? Disgust went through my head. It’s There are 1.5 billion Muslims in the difficult to see. Growing up, Donald world, and a huge majority of them are Trump was a little bit of an elusive cepeaceful, loving people who just want lebrity figure. I used to watch “The Apto live peaceful lives, be kind to their prentice,” and I would think, “Wow, neighbors, be honest, be true. Their Donald Trump is kind of cool.” He had entire way of life has been hijacked belegitimacy in my mind, but especially as cause of some thugs who wanted to fly I’ve gotten older and I’ve seen the terriplanes into the World Trade Center or ble, hateful things he has said throughmurderers in Iraq or Syria who claim out his campaign, I’m disgusted. From a they represent an Islamic state. It’s
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Las Vegan RJ Khalaf, 19, is a student at New York University. He is an advocate for young Muslims and is trying to change the negative way many people in America view Islam. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)
strategic standpoint, he’s playing right into the hands of ISIS, and that’s exactly what ISIS wants. They want a candidate who creates a divide. Has the rise of ISIS changed people’s perception of American Muslims? Anti-Islamic sentiment is at an alltime high right now, higher than after 9/11, largely as a result of ISIS and its actions. But ISIS doesn’t represent Islam, and it doesn’t represent Muslims. There’s nothing Islamic about the socalled Islamic State. What do you say when you come across someone who believes Islam is a violent religion? I try to be the best example I can be
and show them through my actions that we are not a bad group of people. We believe in the same things they believe in. Honestly, I just try to have a conversation with them. Who are your heroes? My father and my mother are the most patient and loving people I know. They’re generous, and they’re kind. They treat everyone with respect. What are your plans for the near term? Right now, I’m working on a leadership development program for youth in the Gaza Strip. It’s a summer camp-type system for kids growing up in the Gaza Strip. It’s a way to positively empower them to take control of their future.
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A riverboat glides through Lake Mead on the Colorado River at Hoover Dam. The “bathtub ring” shows how far the water level has dropped from its peak. (associated press)
What to do about water
Conferences focus on how to manage a diminishing resource, including a look at solutions in Israel By The Sunday staff
The water level in Lake Mead has dropped to historic lows, forcing the construction of a third straw at the bottom of Las Vegas’ reservoir. Gov. Brian Sandoval’s panel of experts issued a report that recommended more aggressive water-saving plans. If you follow the headlines, it looks as if water in Las Vegas is in dire straits. But while the challenges are great, Southern Nevada may be rising to meet them. On Jan. 29, the UNLV Boyd School of Law will host a conference on water law titled “Turbulent Waters: Brokering a Secure World.” Held in conjunction with the Saltman Center for Conflict Resolution, the Desert Research Institute and the Brookings Institution, the conference will feature speakers discussing climate science, national security and resource management. It’s one of two conferences policymakers have dubbed the “Week of Water.” The conference will include presentations and panel discussions with Pat Mulroy, former general manager of the Southern Nevada Water Authority; Michael Connor, deputy secretary of the U.S. De-
partment of the Interior; Steve Hill, executive director of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development; and general managers from the Southern Nevada and Truckee Meadows water authorities. The conference also will include a screening of clips from “Thirsty Land,” a documentary about water and agriculture. “No one has brought together the different disciplines involved — education, law, economic development and regulation,” said Mulroy, now a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution. “We have an opportunity to do that.” Nevada is ideally situated to become a global leader in business, governance and research about water, Mulroy said. In addition to the UNLV conference, the Las Vegas Chapter of the Jewish National Fund will conduct a water summit Feb. 3 at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts that will include a panel discussion with Mulroy, water scientists, entrepreneurs and policymakers. The meeting’s keynote speaker is Seth Siegel, author of “Let There Be Water: Israel’s Solution for a Water-Starved World.”
Officials in Nevada already have made connections with water experts in Singapore, Finland, England and Israel. It’s natural for the American Southwest to look to the Middle East for answers about water, said David Siegel, the Israeli consul general in Los Angeles. “We’ve managed to create a separation between climate and growth,” Siegel said. “You can live in the desert and develop. That’s the whole story of Israel. We’ve proven that we can solve it.” Israel handles its water differently than the United States does. And there’s a single national water authority rather than a jumble of local agencies. There is no legal doctrine of prior appropriation rights for water, meaning agriculture, industry and residents pay market price for every drop they use. Israel also has desalination plants along its coast to turn saltwater into fresh water, advanced irrigation, recycling technology and a conservation culture. Although most experts say changing water-rights law in the United States would be a nonstarter, much of what Israel does could be adapted here. Nevada hopes to be central to the changes.
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What should I do if I think I’ve been contacted by a scammer? Start by contacting the state Attorney General’s Office and filing a complaint. You can do this online (visit ag.nv.gov) or by phone at 702-4863420. You also should report any scam attempts (including IRS scams) to the Federal Trade Commission, online (ftc. gov) or by phone at 888-225-5322. For IRS scams specifically, contact the U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, online (treasury. gov/tigta) or by phone at 800-366-4484.
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T-Mobile Arena, shown in December, is scheduled to open April 6 with a concert featuring the Killers and Wayne Newton. (spencer burton/special to the sunday)
Hard Rock responds to expansion request
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ard Rock Hotel’s 30,000-square-foot convention expansion, which began in October at the hotel’s surface lot on Paradise Road, was launched to fulfill the hotel’s need to host large-scale meetings. That need was obvious. But the build-out also was designed to alleviate pressure from the Joint, which was built primarily as a concert hall but frequently had been used as a convention hall. “The conversations I have personally had with business owners that bring their business to the Hard Rock suggested we needed to expand or risk losing the business and relationships,” said Hard Rock Hotel Chief Operating Officer Jody Lake, who has worked at the hotel for four years. “Essentially, they asked, and we responded.” “The Joint has been an attraction as both an entertainment venue and exhibit space, but our goal moving forward is to book more big entertainment acts in the Joint and push more of the convention business into the traditional meeting space,” Lake said. “The expansion will provide an overall upgrade to the
walking in the concourse or existing space, making it anywhere else in “The T,” as a state-of-the-art facility the arena is expected to be that will compete with any called in shorthand. space of its size anywhere Bad cell reception would in the United States.” be akin to a pro sports The expansion follows team taking on a uniform an overhaul of the hotel’s endorsement from a major casino floor and Center apparel manufacturer, only Bar, which was finished in John to have the jerseys fray durOctober. The new convenKatsilometes ing the home opener. tion center is targeted to Officials from MGM come online in November, Resorts International say and if form holds — and I service will be strong for T-Mobile’s rival expect it to — that project will be finished carriers — Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and the on time and on budget. n If you have a call drop or are faced like — as well. with that infernal buffering pinwheel Openings of major venues and resorts while trying to access cell service at in Las Vegas often are marked by poor T-Mobile Arena, remember this: The wireless service. That certainly was the plan at the new arena is to have the best case during the opening of CityCenter, wireless service possible. where those walking the complex could That’s important for any area of mass not stay continually connected. gatherings on the Strip, but it is essential Expect T-Mobile to be put to the test for an arena named for a wireless operaApril 6, when Wayne Newton and the tor. Killers open the new arena. n Rick Harrison has been a busy T-Mobile, the wireless communicaman, though often out of our immediate tions company with U.S. headquarters radius. based in Bellevue, Wash., recently A star of “Pawn Stars” on the History bought naming rights to what previously channel, Harrison recently campaigned was known as Las Vegas Arena. Fans will for his buddy, Republcian presidential expect to able to access that service while
candidate Marco Rubio, at an event at the Intercontinental Miami hotel. In October, Rubio was on hand for the grand opening of Pawn Plaza, Harrison’s cluster of businesses on the same parcel as Gold & Silver Pawn on Las Vegas Boulevard, just north of Charleston Boulevard. There, Harrison is tying into Super Bowl 50 with an authentication event at the Pawn Stars’ Las Vegas headquarters. On Feb. 6, the day before the “Big Game,” sports-related items and memorabilia will be authenticated by expert Steve Grad. Meanwhile, the 2001 Super Bowl ring issued to Patriots defensive back Brock Williams is on display at Rick’s Rollin Smoke BBQ & Tavern at Pawn Plaza. Williams didn’t play in the Pats’ victory over the Rams because of a knee injury and famously pawned the ring for $2,600. The ring is shown in the opening credits of “Pawn Stars.” Harrison, as promised, still tends bar beginning 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Rick’s Rollin Smoke, where a $40 all-you-can-eat-and-drink ribs and PBR special is in place for all NFL playoff games. But don’t ask for that ring; it’s just for show.
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Protecting babies from respiratory illness Most parents don’t consider illness a milestone. But 97 percent of all children contract RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) by their second birthday, and two-thirds of all infants contract the virus by their first birthday. ¶ “It’s extremely common and can lead to serious problems. RSV results in 100,000 infants being hospitalized annually and 500 infant deaths per year in the United States,” said Dr. Craig Nakamura, M.D., of Children’s Lung Specialists and Sunrise Children’s Hospital. ¶ Because RSV has such a high incidence rate, all parents or caretakers of infants should know the symptoms and how to help prevent the virus from being spread. What is RSV? RSV can cause upper respiratory infections such as the common cold as well as lower respiratory tract infections such as bronchiolitis and pneumonia. RSV is the most common cause of lower respiratory infections in infants. Most infants who must be hospitalized because of RSV are younger than 6 months.
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Who’s at risk? People can get RSV at any age, but it typically is much less problematic in adults. Adults may even carry and spread the virus unknowingly. RSV typically causes the most complications for infants, premature babies, infants with congenital heart disease or chronic lung disease and infants with compromised immune systems. “Its impact is seen worldwide, typically during the winter months, the season often lasting from November to April for us,” Nakamura said.
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How is RSV treated? There is no sure-fire cure for this virus, but doctors may treat the symptoms caused by it. “Treatments are largely supportive,” Nakamura said. “We make sure the patient does not get dehydrated, possibly give them breathing treatments, and sometimes oxygen is given to keep oxygen levels in the normal range.” When it comes to viral infections, prevention is the most important medicine. In some instances, a vaccine-like drug for RSV may be administered, but it’s used exclusively for infants who are considered high-risk. The drug can help prevent the development of severe RSV, but it is not a cure for infants who already have severe RSV.
Preventing the spread of RSV RSV most often is spread by contact. Many adults with a common cold may spread RSV without realizing it. “Say you’re at the grocery store, and someone who’s infected just covered their month with their hands after coughing or sneezing and then touches the pull handle at the freezer,” Nakamura said. “A couple of minutes later, an unsuspecting mother comes along and touches the same handle before picking up her crying infant and wiping away his tears. As simple as that, the infant has been exposed.” Nakamura advises that all parents of infants wash their hands regularly throughout the day and sanitize shared spaces such as doorknobs, countertops and toys to prevent spreading RSV. This is especially important in winter when RSV is most common.
Symptoms What should parents look for? Typically, symptoms begin to show four to six days after infection. They initially resemble the symptoms of a common cold, then worsen. “As the virus spreads within the body, the infection can extend to the breathing tubes of the lower respiratory tract, which can cause bronchitis or pneumonia, making it difficult for the child to breathe,” Nakamura said. Nakamura warned that patients may experience an ear infection at the same time. If the child has difficulty breathing, turns blue or has a very high fever, take him or her to the hospital immediately. For mild symptoms, call your pediatrician for guidance and monitor the child closely for changes or worsening symptoms. Runny nose and nasal congestion
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Microwave a whole lemon, lime or orange for 20 to 30 seconds to make it extra juicy and easy to squeeze.
BY MJ STEVENS | SPECIAL TO THE SUNDAY
For popping popcorn and zapping leftovers, microwaves are ubiquitous. But not everyone knows microwaves also can be used to roast garlic, soak beans and dry herbs. ¶ It’s true. Elevate your cooking quickly with these microwave hacks.
PROOF DOUGH
DRY HERBS
ROAST OR PEEL GARLIC
Speed up the proofing process from multiple hours to less than one hour.
When fresh herbs are dried in an oven, they typically turn brown and often become flavorless. Use the microwave to preserve fresh herbs and their color and aroma.
In the oven, roasting garlic would take up to 45 minutes. The microwave can also help you peel garlic without getting your fingers sticky and smelly.
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1. Place the dough in a large microwave-safe bowl and cover it with a wet towel. Place a dry towel on top of the wet one.
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2. Microwave the dough on high power for 20 seconds, then let it rest for five minutes.
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3. Repeat, then allow the dough to rest for another 35 minutes. After that, it’s ready for baking.
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1. Pick the leaves off the herbs of your choice. Spread the leaves on a microwave-safe plate lined with two layers of paper towel or a clean kitchen towel. Cover the herbs with a second paper towel or dish towel, then microwave them on high power.
2. Coat the garlic with olive oil, then place cut side up in a microwave-safe glass bowl. Spoon two tablespoons of water into the bottom of the bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
2. Zap hearty herbs such as rosemary, thyme, marjoram and oregano for one minute, followed by a few 20-second bursts until they are completely dry.
3. Cook 4-6 minutes at medium power.
NOTE: More delicate herbs, such as mint, cilantro, basil and chives, take 40 seconds with a few 20-second bursts.
Dried beans typically must be soaked overnight before they can be used properly. Cut down your wait time significantly with a microwave.
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1. Place the beans in a microwavesafe bowl, add a pinch of baking soda and cover with water until the beans are submerged. 2. Microwave at high power for 10 minutes, then let sit 30-40 minutes. Your beans will be ready to use.
TO PEEL: 1. Cook the whole bulb in the microwave for 15 to 20 seconds. The cloves will slide right out of their skins.
3. Store the herbs whole or grind them into a powder for spice rubs or mixes.
SOAK BEANS
TO ROAST: 1. Slice off the top half-inch of the bulb. Remove the papery outer skin, leaving the inner skin intact.
TOAST NUTS In the oven, nuts can become burnt and bitter if toasted even slightly too long. The microwave makes the roasting process foolproof.
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NOTE: For lentils, use the same process, but microwave them for two minutes and let them rest for five minutes.
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1. Spread your choice of nut — pecans, sunflower seeds, almonds, etc. — in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate. 2. Toast them in one-minute intervals, stirring between each. A half-cup of nuts takes about four minutes to toast. 3. The nuts won’t brown as much as they would in the oven, but they will develop a robust toasted flavor.
DISINFECT SPONGES Save money and landfill space by refreshing smelly sponges.
STEPS
1. Soak the sponge in water mixed with a splash of vinegar or lemon juice, then heat the sponge on high for one minute. 2. Let it cool, and it’s ready to reuse.
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Self-driving cars allow riders to focus on other things during their daily commute. At the Stanford Automotive Innovation Facility in California, a simulator mimics the driving experience for students. (Associated press file)
ready to give up the wheel? Self-driving vehicles draw mixed reactions from car enthusiasts, industry pros By Daniel Rothberg staff writer
Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk predicts that when autonomous vehicles become so safe and foolproof that they eliminate most of the 30,000plus vehicle-related deaths that occur each year, human-operated cars may be outlawed. Other tech executives say that by the time their young children are 16, they won’t need to learn to drive. Ford, Honda, Toyota, Google, Tesla and Apple all are working to develop self-driving cars. Some models already have been road-tested. With momentum swinging toward self-driving cars, is there an existential threat to driving as we know it, an aspect of U.S. culture connected to the fundamentally American concepts of
exploration and freedom of the road? Vehicle enthusiasts, car manufacturers and third-party sellers expressed mixed feelings when asked about autonomous vehicles at the SEMA Show, the Las Vegas auto convention. Many said their comfort level would depend on how and where the vehicles were used, but most said the option for human control — to drive, to feel the road and to experience the speed — must be there. SEMA attendee Tim Powell, a Washington resident who works on old cars, said self-driving cars could work well for a busy commute on surface streets as long as there was an option to switch to manned driving. “The fun of driving, you can’t really do that on the street anyway,” Powell said. “If you can flip (self-driving) off when you’re out in the back roads, that’s great.” Even the most ardent enthusiast, said Scott Brown, a regional communications director for Chrysler, “is never
going to tell you there are not times when he wishes he could push a button.” Some motorheads see autonomous vehicles less as a replacement for manned driving and more as another option for getting around, similar to taking an Uber, bus or subway. “It’s more a mode of transportation,” said Shane Lloyd, who runs GeckoWraps, a Las Vegas vehicle decal company. Acceptance of self-driving cars might not come quickly, though. “I don’t really know if (enthusiasts) are ready for it,” said Harry Weimann, an instructor at an automotive technical school in Pennsylvania. “It’s such a big change.” Weimann pointed to SEMA as an example of a culture built around speed and power, which some enthusiasts fear will be lost with self-driving cars. “I want a vehicle I can drive,” Weimann said. “That’s part of the fun of it.” But John Waraniak, SEMA’s vice
president of vehicle technology, said there would always be an option to switch back to manned driving. “You will always have the button to disengage,” he said during the show. “There’s no doubt about it. It’s a choice.” Cars, he said, already have significantly more lines of code than some phones and planes. There also are different levels of autonomy, from driver assistance systems to automatic braking. “We’re basically seeing cars that drive on code,” Waraniak said. “And that is so much safer. ... Even the best Formula One drivers can’t outdo some of those systems.” Waraniak said autonomous vehicles would save lives while still making driving fun. “The reason you wear a helmet is so you can play again,” he said. “The reason you have crash protection is so you can race again. This whole point about saving (tens of thousands of ) lives, that’s a 747 every week.”
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The Animal Foundation and the Nevada Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals are shelters dedicated to finding homes for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles and more. Each week, we feature a selection of animals available for adoption.
Rex (A877819)
Apollos (A876933)
Dottie
Justice
Age: 3-year-old male Breed: Pit bull terrier mix Description: Rex is friendly and outgoing. He loves people, but prefers a home with canine playmates only. Adoption fee: $25
Age: 6-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Apollos is friendly and enjoys attention. Give him affection, and he purrs to show his appreciation. Adoption fee: $25
Age: 10-year-old spayed female Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Dottie is gentle and quiet-natured. She treasures simple pleasures — quality time with you and cozy spots for naps. She adores other cats. Adoption fee: $20
Age: 1-year-old neutered male Breed: Shepherd mix Description: Justice wants to share his joy and bestow unconditional love. He is house-trained and happy to be around people who appreciate him. Adoption fee: $50
Duchess (A694869)
Frank (A878004)
Tia
Garfield
Age: 4-year-old spayed female Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Duchess may be shy at first but she likes to snuggle once she gets to know you. Adoption fee: $25
Age: 3-year-old male Breed: Pekingese mix Description: Frank has a great personality. He’s friendly and outgoing. Adoption fee: $155
Age: 4-year-old spayed female Breed: Chihuahua Description: Tia was pregnant at the time of her rescue. She raised her puppies in a loving foster home. She is house-trained, crate-trained and sweet with other friendly dogs. Adoption fee: $50
Age: 5-year-old neutered male Breed: Orange tabby Description: Garfield enjoys meeting people and building ever-stronger bonds. He is well-behaved and always ready for a compliment or two. Adoption fee: $40
Tara (A877939)
Simon (A878726)
Horus
Venus
Age: 5-year-old spayed female Breed: Terrier Description: Tara is as sweet as she is adorable. She can’t wait for a new best friend to curl up with. Adoption fee: $155
Age: 6-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic longhair Description: Simon is a little shy, but with some time and space to sprawl out, his sweet personality emerges. Adoption fee: $25
Age: 3-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Horus is good with cats, dogs and children. He is resourceful with toys — hairpins and shoelaces will work just fine if his usual toys are not nearby. Adoption fee: $40
Age: 3-year-old spayed female Breed: German shepherd Description: Venus has a temperament we believe will make her exceptional with children. She is full of love and is compatible with other dogs. Adoption fee: $60
Animal foundation 702-384-3333 x131 | animalfoundation.com/adopt Animals are assigned a color next to their names indicating location: 655 N. Mojave Road, Las Vegas 286 W. Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson
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PLAY LIKE THE PROS T
By Samantha Rea | special to the sunday
here’s no such thing as an offseason in poker. ¶ Every summer, the World Series of Poker attracts thousands of poker enthusiasts to Las Vegas to play in the most prestigious event of the year, but it isn’t the only game in town. Casinos host thousands of smaller tournaments throughout the year, and the first major series of 2016 is set to begin Monday with the Venetian’s quarterly Deepstack Extravaganza. ¶ The abundance of options offers opportunities both for beginners and seasoned professionals. ¶ Poker is a skill that always can be improved, whether you’re an expert trying to perfect your game or a novice testing the waters. To increase your chances of winning, follow these tips from 10 of poker’s elite, who have won a combined $28 million.
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Anthony Zinno: Lots of players stay up late playing cash games before a tourney day and sleep only a few hours. Then during a tournament, sleep can be difficult because adrenaline is still flowing for hours after play ends. Try to get a good sleep, or you’ll hinder your brain’s ability to strategize.
Dan O’Brien: Playing high-level poker all day is taxing and requires a lot of energy. So does digestion. Plan your food intake so you’re not sapping your brain’s fuel to digest heavy meals while you’re playing. Eat light, nutritious food throughout the day and save the big meal until the end.
Chris Moneymaker: Sleep well the night before you play. Come in fresh with a focused mind, or you’ll make poor judgments late in tournament, when it matters most.
Rachel Kranz: Keep up your blood sugar. I eat food that’s high-protein, low-sugar and easily digestible, such as tuna salad, hummus and vegetables or an apple and walnuts. Crashes and spikes in your blood sugar can make the difference between a well-reasoned decision and an impulsive move you’ll regret.
PAY ATTENTION
Melanie Weisner: You might find your phone more entertaining, but pay attention to hands you aren’t in, or you’ll miss information you could use to your advantage. Look for the baseline behavior of your opponents when they’re comfortable, so you can gauge what their behaviors mean when they’re under duress. Pay attention to what hands go to showdown to determine the best strategies for different players. Asher Conniff: Get off your cellphone and stop walking around or taking smoke breaks. There’s a lot of information being passed around the table every hand. Kranz: Be focused and alert. You’ll gather information on betting patterns, physical tells, even verbal clues.
MEET THE PROS
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Jake Cody: Pay attention to position. It’s best to be one of the last players to act because you’ll have more information on what the other players are doing. Focus on playing more hands in late position. Moneymaker: Show up on time, especially in fields with a high mixture of pros and recreational players. Pros are notoriously late to show up and many times get punished by being grouped together on the late registration table. Be around early when weaker players give away their chips. O’Brien: When choosing the size of your bets, the size of the pot often is the most important factor. But stack sizes can be just as important, if not more. Think about bet sizes that will put your opponent’s entire stack in jeopardy, while only risking a portion of your own.
Nancy Birnbaum
Jake Cody
Asher Conniff
Ari Engel
Rachel Kranz
has won three World Poker Tour events and is one of only two female players to win three World Series of Poker Circuit rings.
is the youngest triple crown winner, with a World Series of Poker bracelet and championship wins in the World Poker Tour and the European Poker Tour. The PokerStars pro has more than $4 million in winnings.
made headlines in 2015 when he won the World Poker Tour’s World Championship for almost $1 million after securing his seat by winning a tournament he’d entered by mistake.
has won a World Poker Tour event and the Heartland Poker Tour main event. He is one of only three players to win seven World Series of Poker Circuit rings.
is a World Poker Tour event winner and poker writer. She has a soft spot for Las Vegas, where she cashed her largest win: $113,073.
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Nancy Birnbaum: Focus on bluffing in good spots and extracting the maximum from your value hands. Hero calling is unprofitable in the long run, so avoid making calls with marginal hands when you think your opponent is bluffing.
Byron Kaverman: Be aware of how your opponents might perceive you in terms of playing styles, and trust your instincts. Cody: Keep people guessing. If you play only strong hands aggressively, it’s easy for opponents to see what you’re up to and make the right play.
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Cody: Choose the right stakes. It’s important that you play for stakes you can afford to lose. Moneymaker: Know your roll. Before playing, you need to understand the high variance of tournament play and adjust your buy-in level accordingly. You should not be over 1 to 2 percent of your bankroll for a given event. Ari Engel: Have enough of a cushion to ride out the variance inherent to poker. Most people wouldn’t feel comfortable gambling their entire net worth, even if they’re a 90-10 favorite. But if you take that attitude to the poker table, it’s hard to take the necessary risks, like playing aggressive, to win. If you play within your bankroll and you’re comfortable losing that money, you’ll play a lot better.
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KNOW WHEN TO BLUFF
Moneymaker: No one can wait around for good cards; give yourself permission to go broke with the worst hand. Be willing to die. Then you can bluff more and build a bigger stack more frequently.
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Birnbaum: Raise, don’t call. There are times when you should call, but try a strategy of only raising or folding pre-flop. It will greatly improve your game because it will force you to play hands more aggressively. Engel: When in doubt, choose the aggressive option. Aggression allows you to win, even when you don’t have the best hand, and forces people to pay to try to get lucky on you. Being too passive is a big mistake beginners make. Kaverman: Players who consistently apply pressure and put their opponents in tough situations generally have the most success in tournaments, although this strategy might not apply in cash games. Cody: Look for opportunities to crank up the pressure on your opponents. When you’re the first player to enter a pot, come in with a raise rather than a call. If you’ve got a flush draw, raise instead of calling. When you raise, you take control of the hand and have more ways to win. If you play passively and just call, you’re relying on hitting big hands to win, and you can easily be bluffed by other players at the table.
Melanie Weisner: Everyone experiences tilting (a state of confusion or frustration in which a player adopts a less-than-optimal strategy); it’s an egotistical error to imagine you don’t. The key is how to spot it, be aware of it and manage it. Make sure you’re in the state of mind to play your A-game. If you’re feeling tired, irritable, drained or not in the mood to attack the game, don’t. Conniff: Staying calm in live poker makes it possible to play the game the right way. It takes most people a while to learn how to be calm, especially during important moments when you’re bluffing or playing for a lot of money. But focus on being happy at the poker table, especially if you spend a lot of time there. Too many people take everything too seriously and don’t have a good time. At the end of the day, it’s just a game. Zinno: If you expect and prepare for a long day, you’ll be in a better mental state. Bring water, snacks, phone chargers, headphones and a sweater or a hoodie because some venues really crank the AC. Kranz: Keep your stress level low by bringing noise-canceling headphones. Avoid distraction by choosing music with no lyrics or put on your headphones without music to give yourself a break from a rowdy table. You can shake your head politely when a nonstop talker tries to tell you about a bad beat.
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Weisner: Learning from your own experience is one of the best ways to master the game, plug your leaks and advance your strengths. Write down spots you were unsure of and analyze them later when you can be more objective. Coaching from a better player will accelerate your learning. A coach can recognize errors or analyze play in a way that will transform your understanding of the game. Zinno: Watch poker on television or online. Learn from players who are more experienced than you, or learn by watching for mistakes. Pay attention to mannerisms and other physical tells. Ask yourself, “What should they have done in that spot?” Apply it to your game. Engel: Sometimes you get unlucky, and sometimes you made a mistake. The only way to truly work on your game is with a healthy dose of self-honesty. It’s a long journey of self-improvement to become a winning poker player, and you are your own best recourse. Be honest to yourself and do your best to work on mistakes.
O’Brien: Live in the moment and focus your energy on playing your current stack well. Forget about how many chips you should or would have if that river didn’t come or this idiot folded his trash hand.
Byron Kaverman
Chris Moneymaker
Dan O’Brien
Melanie Weisner
Anthony Zinno
is ranked No. 1 on the Global Poker Index. He’s a World Series of Poker bracelet winner and has amassed almost $7 million in poker winnings.
is a PokerStars-sponsored pro with almost $4 million in poker winnings. He’s best known for winning the World Series of Poker main event after qualifying online and having never played a live tournament before.
is a Las Vegas resident whose poker earnings of almost $3 million place him at No. 51 on Nevada’s all-time money list. His home-turf wins include the Grand Challenge Tournament main event.
has won European Poker Tour events in Prague and Monte Carlo, and a World Poker Tour event in South Africa. She has cashed 20 times in the World Series of Poker.
is a World Series of Poker bracelet winner and three-time World Poker Tour main event champion, with more than $5 million in live poker earnings.
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Celebrate the big game las vegas-style For the majority of us who won’t be watching Super Bowl 50 from inside Levi’s Stadium, the good news is the second-best place to enjoy the big game is right here in Las Vegas. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people flock to our city to participate in a spirited atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the world. This year will be no exception, especially because it’s the Super Bowl’s 50th anniversary. If there were ever a time to take advantage of all Las Vegas has to offer, it’s big game weekend. Here are our tips for having your best game-day celebrations at the casino. 1
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Forgo the stress of hosting a Super Bowl party at home and investigate instead the myriad of pre-planned party options available. Many casinos offer all-inclusive party packages at their bars, restaurants, clubs or sports books. The packages often include food, drinks, guaranteed seating and even prizes. Furthermore, they run the gamut of price points, so there’s a choice for any desired extravagance level.
What do you get when you combine a food-centric city with Super Bowl weekend? The best darn tailgating food imaginable. From traditional fare to high-end, gastronomical spins on classic stadium food, the options ensure you’ll have the game-day spread of your wildest dreams.
Most party packages include an open bar or low-cost options for beer buckets, bottles and cocktail service. Just be sure to pace yourself. Most parties start early and end late, and no one wants to be the friend who has to go home early.
4 Keep a good attitude
Anywhere you go during Super Bowl weekend will be crowded and likely full of overzealous tourists. But guess what? That’s part of the fun! Don’t allow yourself to be discouraged by the amount of revelry. Grab a couple of friends, keep a beer in hand and join the party. Some people will never get the chance to experience Super Bowl weekend in Las Vegas, and what an experience it is!
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6 Arrive at the sports book in advance If you plan to spend the day camped out at the sports book, as many avid bettors are, be sure to arrive early to get a good seat. Few things beat the high-energy vibe, cushy chairs or gargantuan television screens at the sports book, especially during the Super Bowl. So if you’re looking to rub elbows with fellow handicappers and spend the day placing bets, arriving in the morning is key.
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CASINO PROMOTIONS ALIANTE
Hangman kiosk game Date: Through Jan. 31 Information: Solve the phrase by choosing letters to fill in the blanks. Each swipe will allow loyalty card holders to pick three letters and will award one prize. Correct letters will win guaranteed prizes, and incorrect letters will fill a part of the hangman and award drawing entries into the weekend game night drawing. Win up to $5,000. $315,000 game night drawing Date: Saturdays Time: 7:15 and 9:15 p.m. Information: Twenty free entries every Friday through Monday and Wednesday; entry multiplier up to 10x every Tuesday and Thursday. Fifteen names will be picked at each drawing. Three guests will have the chance to win up to $10,000 in slot play at the 7:15 p.m. drawing. Prizes double at 9:15 p.m. Must have a loyalty card. $12,500 mobile hot seat Date: Sundays Time: Hourly, noon-6 p.m. Information: Win up to $100 in slot play. Point multiplier Date: Wednesdays Information: Receive 5x points on video poker and 10x points on slot machines.
STATION CASINOS
Pharaoh’s Billion-Point Pyramid Date: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Information: Play the kiosk game each weekend. Pick a tile on the pyramid for guaranteed points and for the chance to find a pharaoh and move up the pyramid. Players who make their way to the top of the pyramid win 1 million points. Guests must earn 5 points to play the kiosk game. Room of Riches cash drawings Date: Through Jan. 31 Time: Drawings at 6:15 p.m. Information: Players can earn 10 free drawing entries every day for a chance to participate in the Jan. 31 drawings. Win up to $10,000. Earn 5x entries on Wednesdays. Each property will have 10 drawing winners. The top two slot and the top two video poker basepoint earners from each property through Jan. 30 will win an additional spot in the drawing.
SANTA FE STATION
$90,000 Key to Luxury car giveaway
Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 8:15 p.m. Information: Win up to $1,000 or a key for the Lexus car giveaway. The grandprize drawing will be Jan. 30. Earn 5x entries from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The top two slot and top two video poker base point earners, as well table games players with the top two scores, also will qualify for a spot in the giveaway. Point multiplier Date: Thursday Information: Earn 10x points on slots and 6x points on video poker.
GREEN VALLEY RANCH
$90,000 Jump Into a Jeep giveaway Date: Thursday Time: 6:15 p.m. Information: Win a 2016 Jeep Renegade every Thursday. Earn 2x entries on Mondays and Tuesdays.
BOULDER AND Texas STATIONs
Point multiplier Date: Monday and Tuesday Information: Earn 10x points on slots and 6x points on video poker.
EMERALD ISLAND
Super bonus multiplier Date: Fridays Information: Receive a natural royal flush worth more than $1,000 on single-hand games to spin the wheel for a chance to win $1,100.
SILVERTON
Senior Mondays Date: Mondays Time: Drawings at 4 p.m. Information: Random names will be drawn for a chance to win cash and free play. Players 50 and older will receive dining discounts. January drawing Date: Jan. 30 Times: 7 and 9 p.m. Information: Ten winners will win up to $5,000 at the 7 p.m. drawing and up to $2,500 at the 9 p.m. drawing. Earn 200 points to participate. Earn 10x entries on Saturdays.
Information: Earn 1,000 points to receive a blanket. Lucky 8 Ball kiosk game Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 2 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Information: Earn 300 points to play. Win up to $1,000.
DOWNTOWN GRAND
Smith Center Sundays Date: January Information: Earn 500 points playing slots and receive two tickets to a performance in January at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts. Mystery Free Play Mondays Date: January Information: Earn five points to participate; win up to $500 in slot play. Midweek point multipliers Date: Tuesday through Thursday Information: Receive up to 5x points. $10,000 gift card giveaway Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 7 a.m.-noon Information: Guests can win $100 gift cards. One grand prize winner will win a $500 gift card at midnight. Must be present to win. Earn one entry in the hourly drawing for every 25 base points earned.
EL CORTEZ
Free Play Frenzy Date: January Information: Loyalty card players who win a $200 or higher jackpot on a slot machine, 5-cent or lower video poker machine or live keno will receive free play. Players who win a $300 or more jackpot on a 10-cent or higher video poker machine will receive free play. Saturday Point Fever Date: January Information: Ten Club Cortez members will be selected randomly for a chance to win 100,000 points. Players will receive one virtual drawing ticket for every 200 points earned each day during the week.
PALMS
Earn & Win jackets Date: Sundays through Tuesdays Time: 2 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Information: Earn 2,500 points to receive a double-layer jacket.
$50,000 Lucky 7 drawings Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 7:15 p.m. Information: Earn 2x entries 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. Ten winners will be selected each week, with a maximum prize of $3,000.
Earn & Win faux mink blanket Date: Jan. 27 Time: 2 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
Play for Prizes — Warehouse Blitz Date: Through Jan. 29 Information: Redeem points for
McDonald’s or Costco gift cards. Gift days Date: Saturdays and Sundays Information: Earn 100 base points on video slots or 500 base points on video poker. Swipe your card at any promotional kiosk. Jan. 24 – flatware set; Jan. 30 – floor mat; Jan. 31 – flashlight set.
ARIZONA CHARLIE’S
$80,000 Snowstorm of Cash Date: Jan. 24 Time: 6:15 and 8:15 p.m. Information: Players who earn 500 base points will receive entries into weekly cash drawings. The top prize is $3,000. Warm Up & Win Giveaway Date: Through Jan. 28 Information: Earn 1,000 base points to participate in the kiosk game. The top prize is $1,000.
Golden gate and the d
Reelin’ Your Way to Mexico Date: Through April 30 Information: Loyalty card members can earn drawing entries playing blackjack, keno, slots or video poker. Drawings at the D will be at 8 p.m. Jan. 31 and March 31. Drawings at the Golden Gate will be at 8 p.m. Feb. 29 and April 30. The grand prize is a cruise July 1721 to Mexico.
SOUTH POINT
$400,000 Spin 2 Win Date: Sundays through Wednesdays Information: Earn 500 same-day points on slots or 2,000 same-day points on video poker to spin the wheel, up to four spins. Win up to $100 in slot play. Jersey giveaway Date: Jan. 24 Information: One poker player will win a professional football team jersey after each game.
Rampart Casino
Pirate’s Treasure progressive drawings Date: Last Wednesday of the month Time: 6:15 and 8:15 p.m. Information: Ten winners will be chosen at each drawing. The progressive jackpot increases every month it doesn’t hit.
SUNCOAST
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Time: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: Earn 25 points to play. Win up to 1 million points, dining credits and more. Swipe and win up to 1 million points Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Information: Earn 10 base points to play. The top prizes are 1 million points or $1,000. Saturday cash drawing Date: Jan. 30 Time: 8:15 p.m. Information: Earn 10 base points to participate. Win up to $10,000. $20,000 Bonus Tourney Date: Thursday Information: Loyalty card members playing select penny slots are eligible to win up to $1,000 in play. Point multipliers Date: January Information: Receive 15x points on Buffalo slot games on Sundays. Players 50 and older will receive up to 50x points on Wednesdays. Win up to $2,500 Date: Thursday Time: 5-9 p.m. Information: For loyalty card members playing table games. If your name is called, everyone at the table wins. Each rated player receives $100. At the craps table, any rated player on the same side of the table from the stickman to the dealer will receive $100.
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Information: Earn 10 base points to play. The top prizes are 1 million points or $1,000. Saturday cash drawing Date: Jan. 30 Time: 8:15 p.m. Information: Earn 10 base points to participate. Win up to $10,000. Gift giveaways Date: Tuesday Time: 2-9 p.m. Information: Earn 300 points to receive a shoulder bag. Point multiplier Date: Sundays Information: Receive 11x points on penny reels.
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Duffel bag giveaway Date: Jan. 25-27 Information: Receive a rolling duffel bag for earning 1,500 points on your loyalty card. World Series of Slots Date: Jan. 24 Information: First place wins $30,000. With an entry fee of $150, players will compete in a two-day tournament with options for re-buys.
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Point multiplier Date: Sundays Information: Earn 11x points on penny reels.
Cash Grab Date: Jan. 24 Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: Earn entries via mailed advertisement or by earning 300 base points Jan. 24.
Swipe and win up to 1 million points Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Information: Earn 10 base points to play. The top prizes are 1 million points or $1,000.
Take it or Trade it Date: Saturdays Time: Hourly, 4:30-10:30 p.m. Information: Cash giveaway. The top prize is $1,000. Earn entries through slot or table play.
Saturday cash drawing Date: Jan. 30 Time: 7:15 p.m. Information: Earn 10 base points to participate. Win up to $10,000.
Rolling for Dough Date: Friday Time: Hourly, 2-9:30 p.m. Information: Earn entries through table or slot play. Roll the dice and win 10x the amount.
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Kiosk game Date: Monday Information: Earn 25 points to play. Win up to 1 million points. Swipe and win up to 1 million points Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Gift days Date: Thursday Information: Earn 300 base points and receive a gift. Jan. 28 — robe.
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Swipe and win up to 1 million points Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Information: Earn 10 base points to play. The top prizes are 1 million points or $1,000. Saturday cash drawing Date: Jan. 30 Time: 6:15 p.m. Information: Earn 10 base points to participate. Win up to $10,000. Earn and Win — polar fleece Date: Through Jan. 31 Information: Earn 12,000 base points to receive a fleece jacket. Maximum of two per loyalty card. Point multipliers Date: Fridays and Sundays Information: Receive 15x points on Buffalo machines, 11x points on slots and 7x points on video poker.
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Double Your Luck drawings Date: Saturdays and Sundays Time: 7 p.m. Information: Fifteen names will be selected at each drawing. Earn 50 slot points or 100 video poker points, or have an average bet of $5 for 30 minutes on a table game to earn one drawing entry. The top prize is $5,000. Players can earn double their entries every Monday and Tuesday. $25,000 Ring in the New Year slot tournament Date: Fridays Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: Loyalty card members can win up to $2,000 in free play. Play all five Fridays for entry into a bonus tournament Feb. 4, with a grand prize of $2,500 in free play. Point multipliers Date: Jan. 28 Information: Earn 3x points on video poker and 10x points on slot machines.
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Take it or Trade it Date: Saturdays Time: Hourly, 6-10 p.m. Information: Cash giveaway. The top prize is $1,000. Earn entries through slot or table play.
Bonus play Date: Monday and Tuesday Information: Play slots and earn up to $50 in play that can be redeemed the following day.
Cash Grab Date: Jan. 31 Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: Earn entries via mailed advertisement or by earning 300 base points Jan. 31.
Hot seat drawings Date: Thursday Time: 3-7:30 p.m. Information: Three players will be selected every 30 minutes.
Hot Seat Date: Sundays Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: Players selected at random will win cash.
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Saturday Early Rewards Date: Saturdays Time: Hourly, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: Earn entries through table or slot play. The top prize is $100 or $120 in slot play. Rolling for Dough Date: Friday Time: Hourly, 1-9 p.m. Information: Earn entries through table or slot play. Roll the dice and win 10x the amount.
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It’s on the House Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Information: Earn 10 points to play. Prizes include 1 million points, up to $1,000, dining credits and more. Grand prize drawings for a chance to win $10,000 will be Jan. 30 at the Orleans, Suncoast, Gold Coast and Sam’s Town. The drawings will be at 6:15 p.m. at Sam’s Town; at 7:15 p.m. at the Orleans; and at 8:15 p.m. at Suncoast and Gold Coast.
HARD ROCK HOTEL New Year’s resolution fitness giveaway Date: Mondays Information: Earn 250 base slot points or a $25 table theoretical and receive fitness equipment. Different gifts will be available each week. Carnival of Cruises giveaway Date: Jan. 29 Information: Sixteen people will win a 14-day cruise for two to the Caribbean, Mexico, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada or Europe. Receive 10 entries for signing up for a loyalty card. Receive one entry for 200 base slot points or a $10 table theoretical. Swipe your loyalty card at a kiosk for additional entries. Receive 10x entries Jan. 22. Big Game Bash 50 Super Scoreboard scratch-off Date: Feb. 1-7 Information: Receive one scratch ticket for 500 base slot points or a $50 table theoretical bet. Top prize is Super Bowl tickets. Bonus Match Win Car giveaway Date: Feb. 1-26 Information: Win a 2016 BMW 320i. Receive 10 entries for signing up for a loyalty card. Receive one entry for 200 base slot points or a $10 table theoretical bet. Swipe card at kiosk for additional entries. Receive 10x entries on Mondays.
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outhern Nevada is on a bit of a roll. There’s discussion about building a much-needed light rail transit system so we can comfortably accommodate more visitors. One line would connect McCarran International Airport with the Strip and downtown Las Vegas and possibly North Las Vegas. Another would track along Maryland Parkway from the airport to downtown, via UNLV. The former Riviera hotel and casino is being converted into exhibition and meeting space so we can handle even more convention attendees. We look forward to employing more workers, thanks to the economyenriching trickle-down effects that will accompany the construction of Faraday Future’s electric car manufacturing plant at Apex Industrial Park in North Las Vegas. The benefits of a car factory include a spike in jobs and ancillary businesses. We can expect more people coming here to combine their vacations
with their health care needs, thanks in part to the birth of the UNLV School of Medicine. The school will trigger a wave of medical research and health care services, making Las Vegas, already rich with health and spa amenities, all the more popular for medical tourism. Indeed, despite all the challenges that confronted Las Vegas and the rest of the nation because of the Great Recession, we are largely recovered, with a healthy employment rate and a record-breaking number of visitors in 2015. And our point? People are not just coming to Las Vegas now but will continue to come in growing numbers because we’re doing all that we can to show them a good time or, if they want to stay, to find them good jobs and homes. Momentum is on our side, because we already have top-drawer entertainment and hospitality industries working for us. But we also need effective, safe and
modern ways for people to get here, now and long into the future. Our international airport is filling the bill, but we must be sure our highway system — which delivers about half of our visitors — and future transportation strategies also work to our benefit. Airways and highways are the two main ways people get here. To that end, we are grateful that U.S. Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nev., who sits on the House Transportation and Infrastructure committee, pulled together a roundtable of business and civic leaders Jan. 8 to meet and share thoughts with President Barack Obama’s transportation secretary, Anthony Foxx. The gathering, at the offices of the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce, was more than just a meetand-greet with pleasantries and good wishes. At the urging of Titus and others, Foxx is assembling a commission to advise him on national transportation issues and strategies. Its members, who will serve three-year terms,
will come from the travel and tourism industry and will be charged with assessing barriers to long-haul passenger travel and tourism, 20-year travel forecasts and changing transportation technologies. In other words, the group will examine our nation’s future transportation needs from 30,000 feet and recommend policies and priorities to meet them. Among those attending the roundtable was Rossi Ralenkotter, president and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. He is as familiar as anyone with our region’s transportation needs, and with his keen interest in national and global travel, he has as good an understanding as anyone about what Las Vegas needs to stay on top in the world of travel and tourism. When Foxx pulls together his committee of advisers, it would be smart to invite Ralenkotter to the table. Transportation is key to Las Vegas’ future, and both Foxx and Las Vegas would be well served by Ralenkotter.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sunday, January 24
6:30-8:45 p.m., $4, Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., ethnicexpresslasvegas.org.
Hot air balloon festival: Get an up-close view of the balloons and talk with the pilots. 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m., free, Casablanca resort, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, casablancaresort.com.
Thursday, January 28 Meet-the-artists reception: Monkey: Browse fine art with a focus on Chinese heritage in celebration of Chinese New Year. 5:30-7:30 p.m., free, Historic Fifth Street School Mayor’s Gallery, 401 S. Fourth St., 702-229-1012.
Shen Yun: Sixty dancers and a 40-piece orchestra will perform in front of a 30-foot interactive video screen, telling Chinese tales. 1 p.m., $60-$300, Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave., shenyun.com. Meshugginah Klezmorim: The musical group performs original “Jewish jazz.” 2 p.m., $10-12, Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 S. McLeod Drive, 702-455-7340.
Monday, January 25
Ingredients 2 oz Ty Ku Coconut Sake 1 oz Pyrat Rum XO Reserve 4 oz Fever-Tree Ginger Beer
Medicare information session: A representative from the state Health Insurance Assistance Program will answer questions about Medicare. Learn about benefits, plans, deductibles and co-pays, how to file a claim, fraud and abuse, caregiver programs and more. 3-4 p.m., free, Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-507-3400.
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Build the drink in a copper mug filled with ice. Garnish with dried coconut, candied ginger and fresh mint leaves.
The Moscow Mule, a classic, beloved bar favorite, is getting a tropical makeover. Enter: the Bangkok Mule. It is rich with coconut flavor from the sake, carries delicate notes of caramel and molasses from the rum, and delivers that familiar, spicy ginger kick we’ve come to expect from a copper mug cocktail. Cocktail created by Francesco Lafranconi, Executive Director of Mixology and Spirits Education at Southern Wine & Spirits.
Maxwell Alexander Drake writing workshop: The award-winning author will help attendees become better writers. 5:30-7:30 p.m., free, Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive, 702-507-6100. Literary arts discussion group and book club: Join fellow readers, artists, illustrators and writers in a discussion about popular titles and community endeavors. 6-7:30 p.m., free, West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 702-507-3980.
Tuesday, January 26 Tech Art Studio: Learn to be a DJ, including scratching and mixing. For ages 14-17. 3-5 p.m., free, Enterprise Library, 25 E. Shelbourne Ave., 702-507-3760. The BitLab: Create lights, sounds, sensors and motors with high-tech, snap-together magnetic modules. For students in grades 5-8. 4-5:15 p.m., free, Enterprise Library, 25 E. Shelbourne Ave., 702-5073760.
The career of former Clark County Sheriff Ralph Lamb will be the topic of a panel discussion Tuesday at the Clark County Library. (courtesy)
Remembering Sheriff Ralph Lamb: A panel of guests will honor former Clark County Sheriff Ralph Lamb, discuss his accomplishments and reminisce about his run-ins with organized crime. 7 p.m., free, Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-507-3458. Recounting Vegas’ Metamorphosis: Former Gov. Bob Miller will discuss how Las Vegas has evolved over the past several decades. 7:30-8:30 p.m., free, UNLV, Marjorie Barrick Museum/Harry Reid Center, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, 702895-3925.
Wednesday, January 27 Clean Out Your Closet Garage Sale: Bring items to sell at this indoor garage sale, or shop through other people’s treasures. No crafts, food or new items may be sold. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., free for shoppers, $5 for sellers, Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, 702-229-6454. Brown Bag Lunch and Learn: Bring your lunch and join the Well Health Medical Group for a lecture about such topics as diabetes management, healthy eating, cardiac health, women’s health and men’s health. Noon, free, Derfelt Senior Center, Lorenzi Park, 3343 W. Washington Ave., 702-229-6601. Ethnic Express international folk dancing: Learn international dance styles including Arabic, Armenian, Bulgarian, Chinese, Greek, Israeli, Macedonian, Russian, Serbian and Turkish. No need to bring a partner.
Weight-loss surgery informational seminar: Doctors will provide information and advice to people who have resolved to be healthier and are considering weight-loss surgery. 6:30 p.m., free, Surgical Weight Control Center, 3802 Meadows Lane, surgicalweightcontrolcenter.com.
Friday, January 29 World Off Road Championship Series: Experience the thrill of racing by participating in a race or just watching. First-time racers pay half-price for their first race. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., $10-$125, Buffalo Bills, 31700 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Primm, worcsracing.com. *Also: 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Jan. 30 and 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Jan. 31 Know Thyself Series: The Native Son Bookstore: A workshop designed to empower and uplift citizens of West Las Vegas and to improve the quality of life for disadvantaged families. 5-6:30 p.m., free, West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 702-229-4800. Scottish country dancing: Celebrate the ballroom dance styles of Scotland with the Southern Nevada Old Time Contra Dancers. Wear comfortable clothes and soft shoes. 6:30-8:45 p.m, $5, Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., 702-229-6383.
Saturday, January 30 Downtown Summerlin farmers market: Browse fresh produce, herbs and baked goods, and watch a demo by Chef Johnny Church of Artisanal Foods Café. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., free, Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, downtownsummerlin.com. Radon safety workshops: Learn
LIFE how to reduce your risk of lung cancer caused by elevated radon levels, found in 1 in 4 Nevada homes. University of Nevada Cooperative Extension staff will hand out free test kits during seminars. 10:30 a.m., free, Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive, unce.unr.edu/radon. * Also: Seminars run through Feb. 2. Call 888-723-6610 for dates and locations. Temporary public art workshop: Learn about art projects worldwide and receive guidance on how to prepare a successful art proposal. Registration required. 1:30-3:30 p.m., free, Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St., 702-229-5431. “Noche Huasteca”: Enjoy the vibrant colors and energy of Ballet Folklorico Sol Huasteco’s performance of traditional Mexican dancing. 2 p.m., $10-$12, Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 S. McLeod Drive, clarkcountynv.gov/parksregistration. The Hues of Souls meet-the-artist reception: Meet John Trimble, the artist behind this collection of acrylic paintings. 2 p.m., free, West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 702-229-4800. Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “Hamlet”: Enjoy a condensed, family-friendly version of William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.” Reservations required. 2 p.m., free, Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., 702-229-6383.
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Dance Art Speaks: Discuss dance with Bessie Award-winning dancer Hope Boykin. A student dance demonstration will follow. 2:303:30 p.m., free, West Las Vegas Library Theatre, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. 702-507-3989. Nevada Reads book discussion: Discuss author Laura McBride’s Nevada Reads book selection, “We Are Called to Rise.” 3-5 p.m., free, Alexander Library, 1755 W. Alexander Road, 702-633-2880. Centennial Hills Expo: Clark County Commissioner Larry Brown will give the “State of Centennial Hills Address.” There also will be live comedy, food trucks, raffles and balloons. 3-8 p.m., free, Northwest Career Technology Academy, 8200 W. Tropical Parkway, centennialhillsexpo.com.
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Clark County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner: Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt will be the guest speaker. 5:30-7 p.m., $125 for dinner and speech, $250 for VIP reception, dinner and speech, Gold Coast, 4000 W. Flamingo Road, clarkcounty.gop. No Violence in the Name of Religion: Religious leaders will discuss renunciating violence in Islam, Judaism and Christianity. There also will be spiritual music. 6:30 p.m., free, UNLV Ballroom, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, nvnrmovement.org.
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John Pinnington, owner of AA Printing Service, poured all available resources into starting his own business, even sacrificing electricity and hot water at his home. (steve marcus/staff)
Ready to start your business? Local entrepreneurs offer advice and tips for success for those looking to launch By Julie Ann Formoso | staff Writer
Ask any longtime business owner the secret to success, and he or she probably will tell you it’s dedication. John Pinnington took that to heart. œ He invested all of his money in the business he created in 2010, AA Printing Service. There was nothing left in the budget for his house. The power was shut off. So was the hot water. advice, Continued on page 52
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Film permits issued in 2015 in Clark County, compared with 400 in 2014. Commission Chairman Steve Sisolak said the increase signals a growing interest in Las Vegas as a setting for films, commercials and television programs.
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42.5M Number of visitors Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority President and CEO Rossi Ralenkotter predicts will travel to Las Vegas in 2016.
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The new president and CEO of the United Way of Southern Nevada talks about his short- and long-term goals for the organization, the value of preschool and the opportunities available to nonprofits in a community as young as Las Vegas. THE NOTES People on the move, P46
MEET: BITE SQUAD
Foodies in Las Vegas are catching on to the service provided by Kian Salehi and Arash Allaei’s business, which promises to deliver fresh meals from a variety of restaurants to customers’ doorsteps. TALKING POINTS Cloud over rooftop solar can’t linger forever, P49
DATA AND PUBLIC INFORMATION A listing of local bankruptcies, bid opportunities, brokered transactions, business licenses and building permits.
MORE VEGAS INC BUSINESS NEWS Calendar: Happenings and events, P55 The List: Labor unions, P60
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WOUNDS OF RECESSION STILL NOT HEALED FOR NEVADANS Southern Nevada’s once-battered economy is improving, but when it comes to personal finances, locals are limping. Las Vegas residents’ average credit score, 632.83, was in the 9th percentile — or bottom 9 percent — of residents’ in 2,570 U.S. cities, according to personal-finance website WalletHub. North Las Vegas, with an average of 623.53, was in the 5th percentile, while Henderson, at 669.78, was in the 47th. A credit score represents a consumer’s financial habits and “tends to speak volumes, most important of which is how well you manage your debts,” the report said. The study is the latest to highlight Southern Nevadans’ shabby finances. In 2015, the nonprofit Corporation for Enterprise Development ranked Nevada’s economic health 48th among the states and
the District of Columbia. Two months later, WalletHub ranked Nevada’s financial literacy second-worst in the country, saying it has some of the highest rates of residents who spend more than they make and pay only the minimum balance on their credit cards. The recession pummeled Las Vegas with layoffs, bankruptcies and foreclosures. Today, those problems have eased and wages are rising, but incomes remain on par with — if not below — what people made before the economy tanked. Adjusting for inflation, wages have fallen hard. It will take years before the economy is fully healed. And barring some miraculous turnaround, residents’ wallets and bank accounts could be a scary sight for even longer. — ELI SEGALL
CORRECTION Due to incorrect information provided to VEGAS INC, the List in the Jan. 17 edition included inaccurate information. The CEO of Frias Transportation is Phyllis Frias. John Marushok is director of operations.
EDITOR’S NOTE The general contractors list is being reprinted because the original, which was included in the Nov. 8 edition of VEGAS INC and Book of Lists, contained an error.
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The Nevada Mining Association elected its 2015-2016 officers. Kinross Gold’s Kris Sims is chairman; Newmont’s Tom Kerr is past chairman. Barrick roy Mining’s Michael Brown is chairman-elect and Nevada Copper’s Tim Dyhr is vice chairman. Tom Rafferty is Interblock’s general counsel. Chris Deeney is president of National Security Technologies, the management and operating contractor for the Nevada National Security Site. NSTec recently was honored as rafferty one of the most fuel-efficient companies in the nation for its use of plug-in vehicles and low-emissions vehicles. Robert Herr is director of Henderson’s Public Works, Parks and Recreation Department. Alexandra Lourdes and Lin Jerone are partners at The Refined Agency. Jennifer Bradley is in charge of public relations, and Jess Magdefrau is lead designer.
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Campbell Reynolds is a private banker at U.S. Bank Wealth Management’s Private Client Reserve. He specializes in tailoring custom strategies for personal and business lending and deposits. Jeff Zimm is design director and Lou Flores is creative director at R&R Partners.
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Pete Atkinson is a senior vice president/senior lending officer and Celesa Ancheta is an assistant vice president/senior underwriter/construction lending at Meadows Bank. Michael Quartieri is vice president and corporate controller at Scientific Games Corp. Scott Schweinfurth retired from his posts as executive vice president, chief financial officer and corporate secretary. Mary Orlando is general manager of the Platinum Hotel, 211 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas. The hotel
Drs. Jennifer Dalrymple and Meg De Leon practice family medicine at Dignity Health dalrymple m. de leon Medical Group’s location at 8205 W. Warm Springs Road, Suite 210, Las Vegas. Dr. j. de leon buttrum Joseph De Leon practices family medicine at the group’s Henderson location, 10001 S. Eastern Ave., Suite rodriguez vancise 101. Dr. Mandy Buttrum practices family medicine at the group’s location at 7190 S. Cimarron Road, Las Vegas. Dr. Shirley Rodriguez practices family medicine and Dr. Simi VanCise pratices internal medicine at 8689 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 105, Las Vegas. Marco Semeraro is vice president and business banking relationship manager at City National Bank’s Core Banking Group. Semeraro focuses on companies with revenue between $3 million and $20 million. semeraro
Dr. Barbara Atkinson is founding dean of the UNLV School of Medicine. The school hopes to begin classes in 2017.
TeamHealth Holdings Inc. acquired Fremont Emergency Services, Advanced Care Emergency Services and Advanced Care Emergency Specialists, which collectively manage and staff eight hospital emergency departments in Las Vegas. The Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada won two
International Association of Fire Fighters Media Awards. The Flipboard Newsletter won second place in the Best Online Initiative or Campaign category, and the Coats for Kids Campaign received an honorable mention in the Best Affiliate Public Relations or Political Campaign or Project category. Fit4Mom Las Vegas was named Fit4Mom Franchise of the Year for 2015. Luke’s Lobster opened at Fashion Show mall. Best Mattress opened at 615 S. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 160, Henderson, and 1611 W. Craig Road, Suite 3, North Las Vegas. Herringbone opened at Aria. The restaurant specializes in seafood. DigiPath Labs, a subsidiary of DigiPath, Inc., performs safety and potency testing of the cannibis offered by Las Vegas Herbal Growers. DigiPath Labs tests plant material from Las Vegas Herbal Growers for moisture content, potency, terpenoids, foreign matter, microbials, mycotoxins, heavy metals and pesticide residue. Nevada Title Company received the First American Platinum Award from First American Title Insurance. Caesars Entertainment, the Cosmopolitan, MGM Resorts International and Wynn Resorts received perfect scores on the 2016 Corporate Equality Index, a national benchmarking survey and report on corporate policies and practices related to LGBT workplace equality, administered by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. A number of Southern Nevada medical facilities were recognized as 2014 Top Performers on Key Quality Measures by the Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in the United States. They are Strategic Behavioral Health-Red Rock, Southern Hills Medical Center, Spring Mountain Treatment Center, Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, MountainView Hospital and Valley Hospital. Las Vegas Sands Corp. was recognized as a global leader for addressing climate change issues and for disclosing climate change information. The company received two recognitions from the Carbon Disclosure Project, an international not-for-profit — positions on the 2015 Climate A List and on the Climate Disclosure Leadership Index. The recognition comes on the heels of Las Vegas Sands being listed for the first time in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for corporate sustainability efforts in North America.
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CEO wants United Way to be catalyst for change Bob Morgan helped turn around the United Way in Buffalo, N.Y., an organization that, he says, had experienced 10 consecutive years of campaign decline. He was part of a team that put together six consecutive years of growth there. Last year, Morgan moved to Las Vegas to become president and CEO of the United Way of Southern Nevada. What is the best business advice you’ve received, and from whom did it come? I was once told that a great decision is the product of the right decision, multiplied by the buy-in to the decision. It really resonated with me. I have a natural inclination to try to optimize my business decisions, but if people aren’t bought in and a part of that decision process, having the right answer is worthless. The gentleman who shared that with me is Michael Wilkinson, the CEO of a company called Leadership Strategies. If you could change one thing about Southern Nevada, what would it be? Bob Morgan, president and CEO of United Way of Southern Nevada, wants to In my work, we spend a lot of time encourage locals to improve their community. (bill hughes/special to Vegas inc) trying to help the community to imCraig. It’s a nonfictional account of that we solicit feedback from the prove the education pipeline. Some high-stakes poker games. A friend community about what it wants its of the data about our educational atrecommended it since he knew I was United Way to be. Long-term, I want tainment are really alarming. I’d like moving to Las Vegas. It was enjoyable. our United Way to be a catalyst for to see us strengthen the supports that positive social change. I want it to kids and families have to get through What do you do after work? be the place where Southern Nevathat pipeline, from affordable highMy wife, Stephanie, and I have five dans come together to solve our most quality early childhood education to kids, so it’s usually a kid-related acpressing social challenges. I want it career and college support. tivity that could be soccer, hockey or to be a place where people and orgaMy father was the first person in gymnastics. I do my best to be presnizations collaborate to create colour family to get a college degree. ent for my kids when I’m not at work. lective solutions. And he was a high school dropout Our first headed off to college this before joining the Marines and using year, and I’m aware of what a short Compare the needs of upstate the GI bill to get through college. He sliver of time we have with them. New York with those here. grew up in abject poverty, and the opI’ve noticed that a lot of the chalportunity to attend college changed Blackberry, iPhone or Android? lenges are similar. Generational povhis life. It opened the door for me to Is PalmPilot an option? erty is a challenge. The educational get an advanced degree from Duke Reluctantly, my answer is iPhone. pipeline is a challenge. Having a University. And now my kids are simIt has been a love-hate, rocky rothoughtful and strong social safety ply expected to go on to study in colmance for us. net with minimal gaps is a challenge. lege and beyond. That’s how powerful One distinction is the age of many of education can be to generational ecoDescribe your management style. the institutions. Many of Buffalo’s nomics. I try to find out what people are prominent social service agencies are But that whole foundation begins best at and put them in a role that will over 100 years old. Here, our Commuin preschool. Studies show that kids allow them to experience success. nity Foundation is less than 20 years who attend preschool have higher Nothing is more motivating than sucold. Three Square is a great success earnings, are more likely to hold a job cess. When you give motivated people story and really is a startup organizaand are more likely to graduate from clear and unambiguous goals, and the tion. That would be a lot harder to rephigh school. We need to invest more support and encouragement to reach licate in Buffalo with so many venerin great starts for kids. them, you can get pretty tremendous able incumbents in the marketplace. results together. What are your short- and longWhat are you reading right now? term goals for United Way of What is your dream job, outside I haven’t had a bunch of free time to Southern Nevada? of your current field? read for enjoyment. Before I moved Short term, I want to take the orI love what I do, but in a fantasy here, I read “The Professor, the Bankganization through a strategic planworld, I’d like to be a striker for the FC er, and the Suicide King” by Michael ning process. I think it is important
Barcelona soccer club. I played soccer collegiately and for many years after but had a pretty debilitating knee injury a few years ago that has made it impossible for me to run or play any longer. I miss it, and playing for the best club in the world would definitely be a dream job. If you could live anywhere else in the world, where would it be? My mother was born in the Philippines but raised just outside the walls of the Old City in Jerusalem. I had a chance to visit last year and see the places that were a part of her youth. Many of them are unchanged. The history of the place is palpable, and I loved the experience. I would enjoy living there someday if the opportunity presented itself. Whom do you admire and why? When I met my wife in college, she was working three jobs while carrying 18 credit hours of classes, on her way to completing her bachelor’s degree in three years. She’s the hardestworking, most driven person I know. She has built a successful boutique real estate business from the ground up while raising five kids (and putting up with me), and I find it inspiring. She is a smart, strong, successful woman, and I remain impressed more than 20 years later. What is your biggest pet peeve? I don’t like when people are arrogant, dismissive or disrespectful. Where do you like to go for business lunches? I’ve been here only for a few weeks, but our office is near Nora’s Italian Cuisine, and it’s really tremendous. Italian food might be my only vice in life, and I think the proximity may pose a problem for me. What is something people might not know about you? Most people don’t know that I dropped out of law school to start a recording studio. It somehow made sense at the time to my 23-year-old self.
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$425 million
Revenue earned by Clark County cab companies in 2015, up 4.1 percent from 2014. However, the number of taxi trips decreased by about 0.45 percent.
$4 billion
Amount the Obama administration wants to spend on autonomous cars. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx said the money will be spent on programs that will speed up the development and adoption of self-driving cars.
$8,172
Amount Nevada spends per pupil to educate children, the fifth-lowest amount in the country. The state’s public school system was ranked last in quality this month by 24/7 Wall St.
$3,499
Cost of a VIP experience the Las Vegas Motor Speedway is rolling out in March. Only 60 tickets will be sold. The Chairman’s Experience includes an open bar, food, massages and access to NASCAR drivers and crew.
$150 million
Amount Spotify could be liable for if the company loses a class-action lawsuit. David Lowery, frontman for Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven, says the online music service is guilty of copyright infringement and hasn’t paid for many of the songs it streams.
$5 billion
Amount Goldman Sachs will pay in a settlement tied to residential mortgagebacked securities it sold from 2005 to 2007. The bank said its fourth-quarter earnings will drop by about $1.5 billion as a result.
$350 billion
Value of the ocean freight market. Amazon China recently registered as an ocean freight forwarder, which will allow it to cut costs and potentially provide third-party logistics services to other industries.
Kian Salehi is co-owner of Bite Squad, which contracts with restaurants in eight cities to deliver meals to customers in insulated bags. (l.e. baskow/staff)
Almost any restaurant can offer delivery Describe your business.
Bite Squad is an on-demand restaurant delivery service that connects customers with local restaurants. Using our website or mobile app, people can place orders from hundreds of restaurants and have them delivered in less than 40 minutes.
Bite Squad
For us, it’s mostly about logistics. At times, the Strip can be difficult when trying to pick up from our restaurant partners because of construction, road restrictions or parking. Hotels with difficult-tomaneuver access ways and parking or venues with high-security elevators can make it difficult to get to customers, but we do everything we can to learn from our experiences.
Address: 4340 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas Email: support@bitesquad.com Website: bitesquad.com Hours of operation: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily Owned/operated by: Kian Salehi and Arash Allaei In business since: 2012
Who are your customers?
Our customers tend to be 25 years of age or older, relatively tech savvy and “foodies” who are avid movie and television watchers and enjoy being entertained. You partner with more than 300 restaurants locally. How do you manage and coordinate with so many locations?
Initially, our sales team conducted outreach and invited restaurants to join the site and be exposed to the service. After several years in business and as the industry changes, we frequently hear from restaurants looking to get on board. We provide tablet devices to all of our restaurants. When an order is placed on the website, the restaurant is notified through the tablet, which then gives staffers the opportunity to respond with prep time. This ensures that Bite Squad picks up the food as soon as it’s made and delivers using insulated bags to ensure fresh food, fast. Restaurant owners have a back end on the tablet as well, where they can keep track of all transactions, orders and payments so they can see the value for their business. What is the hardest part about doing business in Las Vegas?
What is the best part about doing business here?
Las Vegas is a unique place where people come to indulge in food, shopping and entertainment, and it’s very service-oriented. People come here to really treat themselves. Our customers appreciate the service we provide because many of them work in the service industry. Las Vegas has become a foodie town with plenty of options. But as much as there is going on in this city, sometimes it’s just nice to stay at home with friends, family and a good meal, so locals are often relieved to not have to visit the Strip to enjoy the food they love. What obstacles has your business overcome?
In the beginning, it was difficult explaining how the service worked to new restaurants who weren’t familiar with this kind of technology. We started the company in Minneapolis with just 17 restaurants. At the time, the website wasn’t completely up and running, so we were telling restaurant owners about this idea without having the technology to demonstrate it. Restaurant delivery in the past was a difficult process for owners, and many of them had bad experiences with other services, so we had to prove that we were different.
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On Daniel Rothberg’s vegasinc.com story “Nevada regulators deny requests to pause rooftop solar rate hike”: NV Energy is standing on an antiquated and increasingly ineffective business model. They appear to have won this round for now, but they have angered a large percentage of their customer base by doing so. — twinkletoes Welcome to the 19th century, Nevada. A round of coal dust for everyone. — Johnny Undercover On Eli Segall’s vegasinc.com story “In 2015, foreclosure filings climbed in Nevada, fell across U.S.”: As long as (Las Vegas) employers continue to cut wages and cut hours across the board to employ more workers as part-time or on-call employees, the local economy will troll the bottom. — BongoFury On J.D. Morris’ vegasinc.com story “Three executives promoted, one retiring at Boyd Gaming”: Bob (Boughner) is a legend in the business and unfortunately part of a shrinking breed of executives that started at the bottom and made it all the way to the top. — American Gaming Guru
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Cloud over rooftop solar can’t linger forever
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guest column: systems created back to NV Energy for a ost people don’t get how Dave VanZanten one-for-one credit. NV Energy was to be, in and why rooftop solar effect, a free battery. power works. What’s NV Energy is no different than other the catch? Why are solar businesses. The executives don’t like to companies willing to install a solar array on buy electricity from solar customers at retail pricing. Still, a your rooftop at no cost? How can that be profitable? September 2014 study commissioned by the PUC found that The magic comes from the fact that NV Energy’s pricing all NV Energy customers benefited from those feeding the has, on average, increased at a rate of more than 5 percent grid with rooftop solar arrays, since much of the solar power a year since 2000, while crystalline silicone photovoltaic is produced at peak times when usage is highest and the sun solar cells cost only about 8 percent of what they did at that is brightest. But every customer who goes solar makes NV time. The people “going solar” pay for the system over time Energy a smaller company, which ultimately will require by agreeing to purchase power at a reduced rate from a solar the utility to reduce its overhead or will cut into profits. purveyor, with the potential to save even more if and when Many people who have “gone solar” in Nevada still aren’t NV Energy raises rates again. hooked up to the grid, since NV Energy is taking months, Utilities, traditionally, are natural monopolies. Here in most cases, to install the final component of the system: and throughout the world, many years ago, winners were the net meter. Thus, customers’ systems aren’t working, and picked, and those winning utilities were, and are, regulated they’re not saving money. by local government. In the end, the sun will win, and that’s good news for Rooftop solar changes things. It’s now possible to Nevada’s economy and for the environment. Soon, with generate inexpensive power on your own roof. There will be more efficient solar panels and new innovations, folks will no Public Utilities Commission in the future, not because have the opportunity to cut the NV Energy cord, some with the PUC concept is evil or NV Energy is evil, but because it the help of Tesla batteries being manufactured up north. simply won’t be needed. NV Energy won’t be a monopoly. We have a chance now to embrace the inevitable. Some city There was a number known as “the cap” that everyone, needs to lead the solar revolution. Why not Las Vegas? including seemingly the folks at NV Energy, believed was Dave VanZanten earned a bachelor of science degree from the demarcation line. Those who got solar pre-cap were Michigan State University and an MBA from London Business to be grandfathered in against future NV Energy rate School. He began working in the solar industry last year. increases and allowed to sell the extra energy their solar
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Strip parking plan was years in the making By j.d. morris Staff Writer
MGM Resorts International’s recent announcement that it will soon start charging customers to park at its Strip resorts was a long time coming. Speculation that the casino operator would take away free parking, historically a staple amenity on the Strip, surfaced online months ago. And CEO Jim Murren did not rule out the possibility of instituting paid parking in some fashion during an October interview with VEGAS INC. In fact, the idea has been “on the list of things to consider” for years, company spokesman Gordon Absher said. He said MGM Resorts began “very serious consideration” of paid parking sometime last year and had been researching and analyzing it for months. The timing of the announcement makes sense. In April, the company is set to debut its 20,000-seat T-Mobile Arena — the possible home of a professional hockey team, if Las Vegas gets one — along with a dining and entertainment district called the Park. MGM Resorts also has plans to build a 5,000-seat theater in the same area. With or without a hockey team, the arena could strain garages at nearby properties as swarms of customers flock there at the same time. That problem will be addressed in part when MGM Resorts builds a 3,000-space garage near the northwest corner of the Excalibur. Absher said the arena was part of the reason for paid parking but was not the entire justification.
Cars enter the MGM Grand parking lot. MGM Resorts International announced plans to begin charging visitors for parking this year at some of its properties. (associated press)
“It was a factor; it was not the deciding factor,” he said. “That is obviously going to bring a lot of people in, but even if you take that out of the equation, we would have likely come to this decision.” The parking fees were revealed as part of a $90 million initiative that includes $54 million for the new Excalibur garage and $36 million for other improvements such as redesigned parking facility layouts, guidance systems to steer drivers toward available spots, better lighting, technology that will let guests check space availability in advance and more. The idea is that parking fees will help the company pay for those investments. The fee program is part of the company’s previously announced
profit growth plan, which is expected to generate an extra $300 million annually in adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. Once fees are in place, guests can expect to pay $10 or less for overnight self-parking. MGM is granting locals a “grace period” during which they will not have to pay; after that, all guests will have to join the company’s loyalty program, M Life, to earn free parking privileges. It is not yet clear whether any other large casino operators on the Strip will follow MGM’s lead. Chandra Knee, spokeswoman for Caesars Entertainment Corp., which has nine resorts on or near the Strip, declined to comment on whether the
company plans to charge for parking or if it has ever considered doing so. Ron Reese, spokesman for billionaire Sheldon Adelson’s Las Vegas Sands Corp., which operates the Venetian and Palazzo, also declined to comment, as did a spokesman for casino mogul Steve Wynn’s company. But if MGM’s parking program goes well, it may be hard for other big resorts to resist. “At the end of the day, if there’s significant success behind it, do I think other operators are going to take a look at it? Absolutely,” Union Gaming Group analyst Chris Jones said. “I think every operator will take a look at it to see if it’s successful.” This is not the first time paid parking at resorts has been introduced in the Las Vegas area — it’s already the norm downtown. And MGM officials have been quick to say it’s standard at hotels in other high-demand tourist markets. Nonetheless, locals and others have grown accustomed to free parking on the Strip, and this month’s announcement prompted backlash online. Whether that frustration deters a people from visiting the Strip, though — especially if paid parking spreads — remains to be seen. “Since the advent of resort fees, visitation has gone up,” said David Schwartz, director of UNLV’s Center for Gaming Research. “I don’t know enough to know what impact this would have … (but) looking at the past, you can see where there’s been fees added, it doesn’t seem to have an overall negative impact on visitation.”
Regulators could revisit grandfathered solar rates for customers By daniel rothberg Staff Writer
After weeks of pushback from solar advocates, the Public Utilities Commission will meet Monday to decide whether to grant additional testimony on one narrow but contentious issue: whether certain solar customers should be allowed to keep their old electricity rates from before their bills increased Jan. 1. Following a controversial decision in December to increase bills for solar customers, the commission received requests from several parties asking that it revisit its ruling. The bill hike for solar customers comprised an in-
creased fixed charge, with a slight reduction in basic electricity rates, and a reduction in the value of credits they earn for generating excess energy. The new rates were implemented Jan. 1 and will be phased in over the next four years. Among the most contentious issues surrounding the new rates was its broad application to all solar customers. The rates even applied to early adopters who invested in the technology before a cap was reached in August, which NV Energy had not proposed. Several Nevada politicians spoke out against the omission of a grandfa-
thering clause in the new rates set by the three-member panel. In a letter responding to a constituent, Rep. Joe Heck wrote: “There should be a grandfather clause that protects the rates of existing residential solar users.” Now, it appears as if the commission is taking the initial steps to revisit the issue. According to a draft order, which can still be amended before the full commission votes on it, the quasijudicial body would gather and weigh additional testimony on the issue. Before holding a hearing in February, the commission would collect comments on the grandfathering is-
sue from various parties, including the Bureau of Consumer Protection, the agency that acts as the representative of ratepayers in this matter and filed the request for a rehearing. The bureau initially said in a hearing last year that early adopters ought to be grandfathered for at least eight years. If commissioners adopt the proposed order Monday, the commission will have a hearing Feb. 8. Apart from the grandfathering issue, the draft order does not address any other points in the parties’ requests to revisit the rates. Other issues include the commission’s calculus in the new rate design.
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Foreclosure filings climbed in Nevada in 2015 but fell nationwide By eli segall Staff Writer
Nevada homeowners were slapped with a rising tally of foreclosure filings last year, bucking a nationwide drop as the state remained among the hardest hit in the country. A total of 16,533 properties, or 1.4 percent of homes statewide, received a foreclosure-related filing in 2015. That’s up 6.6 percent from 2014’s tally, according to a report from RealtyTrac. The housing-data firm counts default notices, scheduled auctions and bank repossessions. Nevada had the fourth-highest foreclosure rate in the country last year. Las Vegas was near the top of the list among metro areas. It had the 17th-highest foreclosure rate among 214 tracked in the report. A total of 12,482 properties — or nearly 1.5 percent of homes valleywide — were hit with a foreclosure filing last year. That’s up 3.4 percent from 2014. Nationwide, almost 1.1 million properties — or 0.82 percent of homes — had a foreclosure filing in 2015, down 3 percent. Banks repossessed a rising number of homes in Nevada last year, seizing properties that in many cases likely had been in default — and possibly empty and in disrepair — for a long time. Roughly 6,200 homes were repossessed statewide last year, up 52 percent from 2014, RealtyTrac found. Real estate pros have said that repos climbed because lenders were clearing the backlog that filled during the recession, when new laws, such as 2011’s “robosigning” measure, drastically slowed the foreclosure process by requiring more paperwork from banks. Those processing delays left properties all over the valley in limbo; many residents stayed put and have skipped mortgage payments for years without losing their house. Repos climbed nationally in 2015, though not as rapidly as in Nevada. Some 449,900 U.S. homes were seized through foreclosure last year, up 38 percent from 2014. Nationwide, there was “a return to normal, healthy foreclosure activity in many markets even as banks continued to clean up some of the last vestiges of distress left over from the last housing crisis,” RealtyTrac Vice President Daren Blomquist said in the report. “The increase in bank repossessions that we saw for the year was evidence of this cleanup phase.” Still, the rising foreclosure activity paled in comparison to the recession, when thousands of people a month in Las Vegas lost their homes to lenders. In 2009 alone, almost 95,000 properties — or 12 percent of homes valleywide — were hit with foreclosure filings. That had skyrocketed from about 11,270 properties — 1.6 percent of homes — in 2006, according to RealtyTrac.
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Wynn discusses management philosophy, politics, China By daniel rothberg Staff Writer
On the night of last year’s Democratic debate at the Wynn Las Vegas, an executive who works at the casino got a call from a senior vice president at CNN, the cable channel sponsoring the debate. The CNN executive had called to recount a story. After asking an employee for directions earlier that night, a security guard had offered to walk him over to CNN’s camp for the night without knowing he was a high-level executive. It left such an impression he made the call. “This is the most incredible hotel I’ve ever stayed in,” the senior vice president said. Wynn Resorts Ltd. Chairman and CEO Steve Wynn used this as an example of the type of story on which his company prides itself during a wide-ranging keynote speech at a conference for printing technology company Electronics for Imaging. The speech veered often from management strategy to politics to current events, including Wynn’s take on China’s economic growth. Creating an effective organization, Wynn said, is about fostering a culture where employees feel they are valued and are rewarded for work that helps elevate the company. “Leaders bring their flock to another level,” he said. Wynn said the integrity of a product always comes down to the people. He highlighted a program at Wynn Resorts meant to boost employee self-esteem and reinforce positive behavior. In the program, employees share stories in shift meetings about how they helped a customer the previous day. Wynn said once an employee drove to Southern California and back in a night to pick up diabetes medicine for an elderly guest who had left it at home. Wynn said: “We made a hero out of him.” The casino mogul noted that most organizations have spotlight programs honoring an employee of a month or a supervisor of the year. The flaw, he said, is workers have to be selected — your boss has to see you when you are at your best or you have to share the same values as your boss. Wynn said the difference is his employees nominate themselves. The idea that positive behavior should be reinforced can be applied to everything from business to politics, something he used as a springboard to discuss the 2016 presidential election. Wynn began by talking about the most recent Democratic debate. “Bernie Sanders,” Wynn said. “God bless him, that moron.” When hosting an event like the October Democratic debate, Wynn said he did not want
to stake out positions because the casino’s employees and their families have a range of political views. “But Bernie Sanders is an exception,” he said of the candidate. “You can’t wynn let him get away with the crap (he says). The man is older than I am and nothing has rubbed off on him. He has not the first idea of how the country works, or even worse, he knows but he lies about it anyway.” Wynn moved on to a Republican presidential candidate, real estate mogul Donald Trump. “I like Donald Trump. He’s a friend of mine,” Wynn said. “But if there was gambling in politics, I’d like to bet Donald $25 million … that Ted Cruz is eligible to be president.” A spokesman for Wynn Resorts confirmed to the Associated Press in October that Wynn had spoken to all Republican candidates at some point, adding that he had cautioned Trump against a third-party run and was critical of his plan for mass deportations. At several points of the keynote address, Wynn criticized President Barack Obama, including for imposing tax penalties. “I say use the tax policy as a carrot, not a stick,” Wynn said. “Reinforce the behavior affirmatively. Reinforce the behavior you seek to encourage. It works with health care. It works with running a hotel (and) casino. It works with selling the printers. It works with selling the software.” During a question-and-answer session, Wynn circled back to the 2016 campaign. He called politics in the U.S. “magnificently confusing” and said people could only be misled for so long before they got angry. The Associated Press reported in October that Wynn has donated to Democratic causes and candidates on occasion, including Joe Biden in 2007. But their analysis showed Wynn and his wife, Andrea, have more often support Republican groups and candidates. One attendee at Wynn’s keynote asked about his thoughts on geopolitics, given his company’s interests in Macau, a special administrative region of the People’s Republic of China. China reported recently that its economic growth had fallen to its lowest rate since 1990. Wynn said the country’s economy is the subject of “close inspection and speculation” by economists all over the world. He added that only time will tell what the country’s true growth is. “But so much depends upon that uncertainty because of the role that China plays in the world as a customer and as a source of currency and everything else,” he said.
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What you can learn from their experiences That didn’t bother Pinnington. He walked around his home in the dark for a week. He washed himself with a 5-gallon bottle of water in his backyard. The day his business opened, he bought a shirt at Ross and put a jacket over it so no one would notice it was unironed. Today, it’s obvious Pinnington’s gamble has paid off. AA Printing Service’s average revenue is $50,000 a month. Business has been so good, Pinnington is considering opening a second location. “I was driven,” Pinnington said. “I was hungry. I’m single, and I didn’t have anyone to worry about. I decided to invest everything in my business, then worry about my house.”
Have a business plan. A detailed business plan can help entrepreneurs avoid getting overwhelmed and allow them to evaluate whether their business is succeeding. “You can get carried away working and lose yourself in your job; then you don’t know where you are at,” Pinnington said. “Have a checklist of what you want to do per day, per week, per month and per year.”
Pinnington had been itching to start a business for some time. He worked as a bodyguard in Los Angeles and at the Playboy Mansion, but that life grew tiresome. After relocating to Las Vegas in 2001, he scoured trade shows and conventions for business ideas. He frequently ran out of business cards, which inspired him to start a same-day printing service. That way, he reasoned, he’d never have to worry about having business cards handy. Pinnington’s strategy was extreme, but business owners around the valley agree that owning a business takes guts. It also takes hard work and a plan. Here, local entrepreneurs offer their advice and tips for success.
Do your homework. Study the potential location of your business and learn as much as possible about nearby competition. Will your business be able to compete? When James York, president and CEO of Valley View Bank, decided to open a second branch about 10 years ago, he focused on the competition in Henderson. The city already was home to several banks. “My initial thought was, ‘Is there even room in the market?’” York said. Ultimately, York decided Valley View had a good chance for success. He opened his branch in the middle of a cluster of other banks. “(We) were an alternative,” York said. “Just like restaurants, (all the banks) are all kind of together to give options.”
Market, market, market. Social media can be a vital tool to get your business’s name out to the public, but you are the best representative of your business, so put yourself out there. In the nine years Paula Jackson has headed the Large Vision Business Network Mixer, she has seen many businesses fail because their owners underestimated the effects of marketing.
Listen to other perspectives. Some of the most successful business owners have made it because they remained level-headed, said Aviva Gordon of Gordon Law. “Don’t surround yourself with yes-men,” Gordon said. Having a team that agrees with you constantly will only blind you to improvements that have to be made, Gordon said. Constructive criticism and suggestions can go a long way in contributing to the longevity of a business.
“Marketing is a key factor,” Jackson said. “Without that, you don’t have foot traffic. And without that, you don’t have a business.” While the Internet is extremely helpful to attract attention, nothing is more powerful than meeting people in person, Jackson said. Putting a face to your product will help potential consumers remember your business.
Don’t be afraid to make staffing changes. Shortly after starting his insurance agency, State Farm agent Chris Baden realized one of his employees was not a good fit. He tried to resolve issues with the person, but it didn’t work.
“It’s important to surround yourself with solid, competent people,” Baden said. “The employee wasn’t a good fit. I had to let that employee go the first month.” Keeping someone who can’t perform or doesn’t mesh with the team could lead to a toxic environment. Letting the employee go avoided future potential problems, Baden said.
Study the industry you’re entering. Natalie Buckel already was familiar with the franchise industry when she opened a Smokes Poutineri in downtown FOR Las Vegas. Buckel FRANCHISEES and her husband If you will own a had owned several franchise: Jimmy John’s restaurants in Hen- n Know that you derson. will have to talk Still, Buckel knew to the franchisors it was wise to learn every day. It’s likely as much as possible that sometimes about the popular you’ll love them, Canadian eatery and sometimes before opening her you’ll hate them. restaurant’s doors. “When you are n If you want to be part of a franchise, creative and indeyou are the busi- pendent, starting a ness owners, but franchise may not you’re in a whole be for you. different marriage,” Buckel said. She called and visited the company’s headquarters to get a feel for the business and meet the people in charge. Getting to know franchisors was important, Buckel said, because she and her husband were in constant contact with them.
Be attentive. Familiarize yourself with every facet of your business, and pay attention to the needs of your customers and employees. When it comes to making a business successful, the single most important step is simply to show up, said Baden, the State Farm agent. “I know that sounds oversimplified, but just be here,” Baden said. “Answer the calls and questions that customers and people have.” Baden makes it a point to respond to every call and email he receives. It makes both customers and employees feel valued.
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Expand your network. Join chambers of commerce and network constantly. Gordon knew the importance of getting to know as many people as possible for the success of her law firm. So she made a conscious decision not only to join legal organizations but other types of organizations as well, to have a good mix of professionals in her network. “Go in with a plan,” Gordon said. “Maybe meet two new people and follow up with them. Don’t expect to meet 100 people.” Equally important, Gordon said, is to take networking seriously. “You will receive what you put in,” she said. “If you stay in a room for an hour and don’t follow up, then your networking won’t work.”
Even after 30 years in the business, Gino Ferraro said he spends at least 12 hours a day at his restaurant, Ferraro’s. (steve marcus/staff file)
Have reasonable expectations. Don’t expect to make a profit within the first year. Starting a business typically costs more money and time than anticipated. Gino Ferraro, who owns Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar, said he’s learned the value of being patient during his three decades in the restau-
Hire a bookkeeper, business consultant and lawyer. Buckel said she has heard plenty of horror stories from friends who opened businesses only for them to close. On top of dealing with the disappointment, she said, some of her friends have had to figure out the legal process of filing bankruptcy or ending a business partnership. An exceptional lawyer can save you from trouble if business turns south. Business experts also can help you at the front end, signing leases and working out terms of agreements. “Don’t cheap out on these things,” Buckel said.
rant industry. “Don’t expect to see results right way,” Ferraro said. “You have to be patient.” As for financing, Baden said that when he started Valley View, he made sure to invest more into the business than his calculations suggested would be needed.
Choose business partners carefully. If you plan to have a business partner, be sure you complement each other’s strengths and weaknesses. Gordon said having a business partner is very similar to being married. Trust and support are key. “Go into a business with someone who can look over your shoulder and you look over their shoulder,” Gordon said. “You have to be comfortable.” Documenting who is responsible for each task can help avoid problems. If things go sour, documentation can show who may be to blame. York recommended partnership agreements, similar to prenuptial agreements, to outline each investor’s share, what would determine the end of the partnership and how the business partnership would be dissolved. “All partnerships will end eventually,” he said. “I see too many businesses that don’t have a partnership agreement.”
Maintain your life. Baden dedicates most of his day to his agency, but he is well aware he has other priorities too. Not maintaining your personal life will negatively affect your work life, he said. “Work won’t be around all my life,” Baden said. “But I want my marriage to be a part of my whole life. Be healthy mentally and emotionally. Once you compromise those things, you’re a time bomb.” Baden said he becomes more exhausted if he focuses too much on work. If he invests in his personal life as well, he is much more productive.
Ask questions. Before Buckel agreed to do business with Smokes Poutineri, she made sure to ask the hard questions: What are your worst-performing stores? How many stores have closed and why? What is your growth strategy? Do you have lawsuits pending, and if so, what do they entail? “I asked them these questions face to face because then they can’t craft an answer,” Buckel said.
Be persistent. If your business fails and you can afford it, don’t hesitate to try again. You likely will improve with experience. Most important, know you are not the only one who has experienced the stress of owning a business.
“People call it failing, but I don’t,” Pinnington said. “You win some, you lose some. It’s not failing. You just get better.” When Pinnington was planning AA Same-Day Printing, he spent plenty of nights lying awake. He took a big risk investing everything into the business and knew it could backfire. “We all have the sleepless nights,” Pinnington said. “We all go through it. You’re not alone.”
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Calendar of events Monday, June 25 Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce: Southern Nevada Forum Economic Development Committee Time: 3:30-5 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce, 575 Symphony Park Ave., Suite 100, Las Vegas Information: Visit lvchamber.com Southern Nevada lawmakers will discuss priorities for the 2017 legislative session.
Tuesday, Jan. 26 CyberEnginuity LLC: Building and Implementing the Cybersecurity Framework Time: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Cost: $42.50 Location: Urban Chamber of Commerce, 1951 Stella St., Suite 30, Las Vegas Information: Visit cyberenginuity.com Learn tips to help protect your business from cybersecurity risks. *Also: Friday, Jan. 29
Wednesday, Jan. 27 Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce: American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada history panel discussion Time: 5:30 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Inspire Theater, 107 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Visit lvchamber.com Historian Michael Green will moderate a discussion about civil liberties in Nevada over the past five decades. Panelists include state Sen. David Parks and Nevada State Museum Director Dennis McBride.
Thursday, Jan. 28 North Las Vegas State of the City Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $45 Location: Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane, North Las Vegas Information: Visit cityofnorthlasvegas.com Mayor John Lee will discuss North Las Vegas’
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economic outlook, while Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Kristin McMillan will provide a business outlook. Asian Chamber of Commerce luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $35 for members, $45 for nonmembers Location: Gold Coast, 4000 W. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas Information: Visit lvacc.org Rick Arpin of MGM Resorts International will speak about T-Mobile Arena, the AEG/MGM project being built between the Monte Carlo and New York-New York. CommunityCation luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: Free Location: The Innevation Center, 6795 S. Edmond St., Third Floor, Las Vegas Information: Visit innevation.com Leadership development expert Spencer Horn will discuss ways to improve your emotional intelligence and increase your effectiveness in the workplace. Urban Chamber of Commerce: Toastmasters Lunchtime Talkers Time: 12-1 p.m. Cost: Free
Location: Urban Chamber of Commerce, 1951 Stella Lake St., Suite 30, Las Vegas Information: Visit urbanchamber.org Learn how to communicate and lead effectively.
Friday, Jan. 29 Preview Las Vegas 2016 Time: 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Cost: $65 for members and trustees, $85 for nonmembers Location: UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas Information: Visit previewlasvegas.com Network with business professionals and learn from experts during the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce’s largest business forecasting and networking event of the year.
Tuesday, Feb. 2 Large Vision Business Network Mixer Red Hot Expo Time: 6-9 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive, Las Vegas Information: Visit pjproductionlive.com/LVBNM Browse business exhibits and expand your network while enjoying live entertainment.
Conventions
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Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week
Mirage
Jan. 25-28
1,800
Vacuum Dealers Trade Association Annual Tradeshow
Las Vegas Convention Center
Jan. 28-30
2,600
Bick International - Coin, Currency, Jewelry and Stamp Expo
Orleans
Jan. 29-31
1,000
World of Concrete
Las Vegas Convention Center
Feb. 2-5
56,000
Safari Club International 44th Annual Hunters Convention
Mandalay Bay
Feb. 3-6
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Records and Transactions Bid opportunities Tuesday, January 26 3 p.m. Current production model midsize SUV all-wheel drive U.S. EPA Smartway Certified Clark County, 603957 Sandra Mendoza at sda@clarkcountynv.gov
Friday, January 29 2:15 p.m. Traffic signal modification at Russell Road and Valley View Boulevard Clark County, 603772 Tom Boldt at tboldt@clarkcountynv.gov 2:15 p.m. Bermuda Road, Paradise Road, McLeod Drive, Cabana Drive resurfacing and Twain Avenue restriping Clark County, 603917 Tom Boldt at tboldt@clarkcountynv.gov
Brokered transactions Sales $3,250,000 for 12,152 square feet, retail Losee Marketplace, North Las Vegas 89081 Seller: Did not disclose Seller agent: Richard Vincent, Pablo Rodriguez and Candace Carrell of Marcus & Millichap Buyer: Did not disclose Buyer agent: Did not disclose $825,000 for 14,200 square feet, office 3920 and 3930 E. Patrick Lane, Las Vegas 89120 Seller: Did not disclose Seller agent: Tina D. Taylor and Tim Erickson of Marcus & Millichap Buyer: Did not disclose Buyer agent: Did not disclose
Leases $69,096 for 2,070 square feet, office for three years 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas Landlord: JS Park Sahara LLC Landlord agent: Salina Ramirez of Commercial Executives Real Estate Services Tenant: Benson Lee LLC Tenant agent: Salina Ramirez of Commercial Executives Real Estate Services
Business Licenses Gamma Electronics
License type: General retail Address: 1560 N. Eastern Ave., Suite C9, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: Jorge Rodriguez Genesis Vascular of Las Vegas LLC License type: Professional services - medical Address: 2410 Fire Mesa St., Suite 160, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: James O’Dare GW&G Publishing License type: Publishing Address: Did not disclose Owner: Mable England Habanero Grill License type: Restaurant Address: 2411 N. Rainbow Blvd., Las Vegas 89110 Owner: Jose Luis Velazquez Hacienda Gardens Catering Inc. License type: Alcoholic beverage caterer Address: 4250 E. Bonanza Road, Suite 10, Las Vegas 89148 Owner: Alicia Janette Perez Happy N. Home License type: Professional services Address: 5897 Noble Stand St., Las Vegas 89104 Owner: CBAS Consulting LLC Hoku Wireless LLC License type: General retail Address: 2232 Paradise Road, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Ernest Inada
Group-3 LLC
Owner: Martha A. Halvorson
JK’s Lamp Repair License type: Repair and maintenance Address: 2711 E. Craig Road, North Las Vegas 89101 Owner: John Kelley
Las Vegas Multiservices License type: Business support service Address: 4011 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 7, Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Las Vegas Multiservicios LLC
Joseph Dennis Keaton License type: Real estate sales Address: 930 S. Fourth St., Suite 200, Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Joseph Dennis Keaton Jr & Jr Limousine Manufacture Royal Limos License type: Automotive garage (major) Address: 3070 Sirius Ave., Suite 108, Las Vegas 89119 Owner: Jesus Reyes Justice Pest Control License type: Residential property maintenance Address: 2001 E. Tropicana Ave., Suite 1080, Las Vegas 89102 Owner: John Adam Technologies LLC K9’s and Kitty’s License type: General retail Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite G53A, Las Vegas 89131 Owner: Did not disclose Kennedy Appliance License type: Repair and maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Michael Kennedy
Innovative Accounting Service License type: Business support service Address: 7730 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 105, Las Vegas 89032 Owner: Rachel Vasquez
La Tradicion License type: Restaurant Address: 4371 Stewart Ave., Las Vegas 89106 Owner: Panamex Enterprises LLC
Islandtucky Fried Chicken LLC License type: Mobile food vendor Address: 439 Rock Quarry Way, North Las Vegas 89108 Owner: Frank Ugale
Lake Tonopah Apartments License type: Apartment housing Address: 2151 Citrus Hills Ave., Las Vegas 89102 Owner: OP Tonopah LLC
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service License type: Business support service Address: 6151 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Las Vegas 89108 Owner: Tax Services of America Inc.
Landa Professional Services License type: Business support service Address: 2501 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas 89129 Owner: Landa Professional Services Inc.
Jermac LLC License type: Business space rent or lease Address: 1725 N. Rainbow Blvd., Las Vegas 89108 Owner: James B. McCall Jersey Mike’s Subs License type: Restaurant Address: 2101 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 101, Las Vegas 89030 Owner: Armenco Restaurant
Las Pupusas Restaurant #5 License type: Restaurant Address: 7450 W. Cheyenne Ave., Suite 108, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Las Pupusas Restaurants LLC Las Tapatias Ice Cream License type: Ice cream truck Address: 1100 Searles Ave., Las Vegas 89102
Legacy Entertainment Partners LLC License type: Management or consulting service Address: 800 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Gena Vazquez Liquid Courage License type: Alcoholic beverage caterer Address: 300 Stewart Ave., Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Jobo Enterprises Lowry’s Catering Inc. License type: Alcoholic beverage caterer Address: 4125 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Robert W. Lowry Mainstem Supplier License type: General retail Address: Did not disclose Owner: Raymond Zetoony Manny Discount Appliance License type: General retail Address: 710 S. Main St., Suite 100, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Manuel Barba Mexipanese License type: Food services or cafe Address: 365 Lewis Ave., Las Vegas 89144 Owner: Sin City Sandwich LLC Mindful Mystic LLC License type: Instruction services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Michelle Kellogg Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth License type: Nonprofit community services Address: 4981 Shirley St., Las Vegas 89110 Owner: Colin Seale NV Network Taxes License type: Business support service Address: 865 N. Lamb Blvd., Suite 5, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: NV Network Insurance LLC Ohms 2 Vapor License type: Vapes and electronic cigarettes Address: 7175 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 149, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: O2V II LLC
Olson, Cannon, Gormley, Angulo & Stoberski License type: Administrative office space Address: 400 S. Fourth St., Suite 225, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: James Olson On Site Insight License type: Designer/Draftsman Address: Did not disclose Owner: Equi-Logic Inc. One Planet One Purpose License type: General retail Address: 7131 W. Craig Road, Suite 107, Las Vegas 89107 Owner: Debra Carney Orland Garden Apartments License type: Apartment housing Address: 301 Orland St., Las Vegas 89146 Owner: Clearinghouse CDFI NV Service Corp. LLC Patton Consulting Ltd. License type: Professional services Address: 2001 S. Jones Blvd., Suite H, Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Bruce L. Patton Pia Carla Dichitang License type: Real estate sales Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Pia C. Dichitang Polina Gyurova License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 7311 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 110, Las Vegas 89002 Owner: Polina Gyurova Predator Signs & Graphics LLC License type: Building, plant nursery and hardware supplies Address: 954 Harbor Ave., Henderson 89108 Owner: Stefanie Huening Bjorklund Premier Tax & Insurance License type: Business support service Address: 6430 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 150, Las Vegas 89134 Owner: Nora P. Lopez Punu LLC License type: Management or consulting service Address: Did not disclose, Las Vegas 89129 Owner: Rupinderjit Grewal RG Landscape License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Kimberline G. MollerGaldanez Red Shoes
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Records and Transactions License type: General retail Address: 4011 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 1, Las Vegas 89107 Owner: Gal Stores LLC
Address: 5420 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 102, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Stem 2 Success LLC
A&L Services License type: General services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Flor Aguilar
Sunrise License type: Apartment housing Address: 2117 Sunrise Ave., Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Clearinghouse CDFI NV Service Corp. LLC
Accurate Leak Detection License type: Contractor Address: 316 Heather Drive, Henderson 89102 Owner: Did not disclose
SWM Enterprises LLC License type: General retail Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite C38, Las Vegas 89144 Owner: Steven Morgan
African Asian Caribbean Inc. License type: Food specialty store Address: 3913 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas 89129 Owner: Varney Fofana
Tamara (Tammy) Phillips License type: Real estate sales Address: 10750 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 180, Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Tamara (Tammy) Phillips
Alexander Gardens License type: Apartment housing Address: 3900 Dalecrest Drive, Las Vegas 89130 Owner: Alexander Road Owner LLC
Santa Fe Station License type: Restaurant Address: 4949 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas 89110 Owner: NP Santa Fe LLC
The Hope Card LLC License type: Management or consulting service Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite B32, Las Vegas 89110 Owner: Christine Riley
Apex Marketing Group License type: Merchandise broker Address: 3231 N. Decatur Blvd., Suite 125, Las Vegas 89145 Owner: Optimal Performance Enterprises LLC
Save-a-Lot License type: Grocery store Address: 4440 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 150, Las Vegas 89146 Owner: Moran Foods LLC
Tru Insurance and Multiservices License type: Insurance sales Address: 821 N. Lamb Blvd., Suite 5, Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Ma Lloana Rojas
Aristeo Jorge Ramos License type: Real estate sales Address: 10220 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 3, Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Aristeo J. Ramos
Sew Little Time LLC License type: General retail Address: 6360 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas 89169 Owner: Amelia Couture
Twenty47Atm Inc. License type: Automated teller operator Address: 1000 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 105, Las Vegas 89110 Owner: Joshua R. Works
Ashley Schindelmeiser License type: Real estate sales Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Ashley Schindelmeiser
RG Landscaping License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Rene Gonzalez Robert Baker Do License type: Professional services - medical Address: 7381 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 120, Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Robert M. Baker Sacred Heart Tattoos License type: Tattoo establishment Address: 1232 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas 89108 Owner: Robert Gonzales
Siegel Design and Development LLC License type: Contractor Address: 3790 Paradise Road, Suite 250, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Did not disclose SOS Litigation Services LLC License type: Professional services Address: 321 S. Casino Center Blvd., Suite 115, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Humberto Rodriguez Southwest ATM License type: Automated teller operator Address: 107 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 150, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: Southwest ATM Ltd. Southwest Medical Associates Inc. License type: Clinic or laboratory Address: 2650 N. Tenaya Way, Suite 101, Las Vegas 89138 Owner: Robert B. McBeath Spark Skill LLC License type: Instruction services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Michael J. McCue Stem2Success License type: Instruction services
Unique Fashion Designer License type: General retail Address: 4530 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite C5A, Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Claudia Felix Women’s Health Associates of Southern Nevada License type: Professional services - medical Address: 1250 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Sheldon Paul Z-Mart 2 License type: Convenience store Address: 2083 Fremont St., Las Vegas 89108 Owner: Platinum Management Group 2 LLC
Avana Personal Care LLC License type: Residential home care Address: 4550 W. Oakey Blvd., Suite 111R, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Genesis Bautista Beauty Therapy License type: Cosmetological establishment Address: 7341 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 150, Las Vegas 89130 Owner: Melissa Williams Bianca Smith LMT License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 5715 W. Alexander Road, Suite 140, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Bianca Smith
Zebra Enterprises LLC License type: Instruction services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Daniel R. Dawson
Blue Group Distribution LLC License type: Handbill and oral solicitation Address: 7935 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas 89129 Owner: Marlo Castillo
Zenith Labornet Inc. License type: Employment agency Address: 480 Mirror Court, Suite 107, Henderson 89011 Owner: Perry Shupe
Body Spa Craig License type: Cosmetological establishment Address: 7131 W. Craig Road, Suite 107, Las Vegas 89101
Owner: Body Spa Inc. Bridal Spectacular Events Inc. License type: Multivendor Address: 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Las Vegas 89145 Owner: Laura Covington CA Auto Glass & Tire Shop LLC License type: Automotive garage/ service station (minor) Address: 500 S. Buffalo Drive, Suite 103, Las Vegas 89106 Owner: Jesus Gabriel Jimenez Case Yard San Diego License type: General retail Address: 875 S. Grand Central Parkway, Kiosk 110, Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Faud Rahimov City of Tax & Multiservices License type: Business support service Address: 1610 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 120, Las Vegas 89139 Owner: Did not disclose Clear Channel Outdoor License type: Advertising space Address: 7370 Dean Martin Drive, Suite 407, Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Clear Channel Outdoor Inc. Construction Support Team License type: Construction cleanup Address: Did not disclose Owner: Theresa McCarren Conviction Solutions License type: Professional services Address: 316 E. Bridger Ave., Suite 202, Las Vegas 89149 Owner: Resch Law PLLC Coolprevails.com License type: Management or consulting service Address: 5550 Painted Mirage Road, Suite 320, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Jeff Donnelley Cram Valdez Brigman & Nelson LLP License type: Professional services Address: 8831 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas 89107 Owner: Roger Cram Cre8Rain LLC License type: Business support service Address: 500 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 300, Las Vegas 89107 Owner: Jack Cavalli Divas Den License type: General services Address: 2901 W. Washington Ave., Suite C104, Las Vegas 89106 Owner: Fenell Jones Divine Cafe License type: Alcoholic beverage caterer
Address: 455 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite 498, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Ynie LLC Divine Number Nine Massage License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 7311 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 110, Las Vegas 89146 Owner: Michelle Elomina Elite Auto Styling & Concierge LLC License type: Business support service Address: 5965 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas 89123 Owner: Mark Chicoine Elizabeth J LLC License type: Professional services Address: 1680 Mount Tremblant Ave., Las Vegas 89169 Owner: Elizabeth Jensen Emy Gong License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 4694 Monterey Circle, Suite 1, Las Vegas 89108 Owner: Emy L. Gong Ethel Mae Fletcher Apartments License type: General services Address: 1503 Laurelhurst Drive, Suite 1, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Vgas 1-Dcatur LLC Events with a Twist LLC License type: Alcoholic beverage caterer Address: 300 Stewart Ave., Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Jennifer K. Colacion Evropsky Ltd. License type: General retail Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite B02A, Las Vegas 89146 Owner: Ladislav Novotny Ferrales Multiservices License type: Business support service Address: 2350 S. Jones Blvd., Suite 101, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Ferrales Multiservices LLC Fury & Associates LLC License type: Professional services Address: 8981 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 120, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Sarah Fury
Building Permits $7,867,903, commercial - new 4620 Eaker St., North Las Vegas TWC Construction Inc. $7,459,295, commercial - new 2855 E. Lone Mountain Road, North Las Vegas
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Friedmutter Group
Copperstone Construction Inc.
$7,400,000, commercial - detention facilities 3300 Stewart Ave., Las Vegas Sletten Construction
$250,073, residential - new 9761 Arch Canyon Court, Las Vegas Greystone Nevada LLC
$151,404, residential - new 5208 Mountain Garland Lane, North Las Vegas D.R. Horton Inc.
$4,353,679, apartment building - model 1483 Paseo Verde Parkway, Building 2, Henderson Ovation Development
$230,949, residential - new 2584 Prairie Pine St., Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $230,949, residential - new 2585 Prairie Pine St., Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada
$149,881, residential - new 1914 Galleria Spada St., Las Vegas Toll Henderson LLC $149,881, residential - new 3213 San Maurizio Ave., Las Vegas Toll Henderson LLC
$3,938,723, apartment building model 1482 Paseo Verde Parkway, Building 3, Henderson Ovation Development
$213,750, commercial - remodel 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, Henderson Friedmutter Group
$148,699, residential - new 12289 Argent Bay Ave., Las Vegas KB Home Nevada Inc.
$3,124,973, commercial - on-site hardscapes and improvements 501 N. Lamb Blvd., Las Vegas Hand Construction Co.
$208,432, residential - new 6310 Goldstrike Canyon St., Las Vegas Greystone Nevada LLC
$146,998, residential - new 4429 Hatch Bend Ave., North Las Vegas KB Home Nevada Inc.
$2,145,950, apartment building model 1480 Paseo Verde Parkway, Building 1, Henderson Ovation Development
$199,096, residential - new 69 Cantabria Coast St., Las Vegas Toll South LV LLC
$146,944, residential - new 12230 Terrace Verde Ave., Las Vegas KB Home Nevada Inc.
$2,037,510, multifamily residential 501 N. Lamb Blvd., Las Vegas Hand Construction Co. $2,037,510, multifamily residential 502 N. Lamb Blvd., Las Vegas Hand Construction Co. $2,037,510, multifamily residential 503 N. Lamb Blvd., Las Vegas Hand Construction Co. $2,037,510, multifamily residential 504 N. Lamb Blvd., Las Vegas Hand Construction Co. $2,037,510, multifamily residential 505 N. Lamb Blvd., Las Vegas Hand Construction Co. $2,037,510, multifamily residential 506 N. Lamb Blvd., Las Vegas Hand Construction Co. $2,005,012, apartment building model 1481 Paseo Verde Parkway, Building 4, Henderson Ovation Development
$187,255, residential - new 2580 Prairie Pine St., Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $184,413, residential - new 77 Cantabria Coast St., Las Vegas Toll South LV LLC $184,413, residential - new 12162 Dorada Coast Ave., Las Vegas Toll South LV LLC $181,821, residential - new 3209 San Maurizio Ave., Las Vegas Toll Henderson LLC $175,008, residential - new 3268 Grayson Lake Court, Las Vegas Adaven Homes LLC $174,675, residential - new 5209 Golden Melody Lane, North Las Vegas D.R. Horton Inc. $167,185, residential - rehabilitation 4717 Granite Cove Court, North Las Vegas Advantage Builders of Nevada
$790,000, commercial - remodel 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, Henderson Friedmutter Group
$166,794, residential - new 1088 E. Sunset Road, Las Vegas Woodside Homes of Nevada LLC
$450,000, commercial - miscellaneous 7400 W. Azure Drive, Las Vegas Harris Associates
$163,335, residential - new 5205 Golden Melody Lane, North Las Vegas D.R. Horton Inc.
$358,800, commercial - remodel 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, Henderson
$159,675, commercial - remodel 1401 N. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 100, Henderson
$146,497, residential - new 10655 Hyde Corner Ave., Las Vegas Greystone Nevada LLC $143,568, residential - new 5204 Mountain Garland Lane, North Las Vegas D.R. Horton Inc. $142,610, commercial - remodel 10385 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Callison $142,483, residential - new 10660 Hyde Corner Ave., Las Vegas Ryland Homes Nevada LLC
Vegas Adaven Homes LLC $134,440, residential - new 3265 Grayson Lake Court, Las Vegas Adaven Homes LLC $134,434, residential - new 7926 Torreys Peak St., Las Vegas Ryland Homes Nevada LLC $134,002, residential - new 416 Astillero St., Las Vegas Ryland Homes Nevada LLC
5653 Sagamore Canyon St., North Las Vegas J.F. Shea Co. Inc. $88,430, tenant improvement 8530 Del Webb Blvd., Las Vegas Titanium Building Group LLC $85,700, tenant improvement 9705 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Titanium Building Group LLC
$129,476, residential - new 145 Littlestone St., Las Vegas KB Home Nevada Inc.
$69,500, pool and/or spa 362 Capistrano Vista St., Las Vegas Edgewater Custom Pools and Landscaping
$126,908, residential - new 9771 Arch Canyon Court, Las Vegas Greystone Nevada LLC
$67,000, water piping replacement 2421 Showcase Drive, Las Vegas Mac Mar Inc.
$125,705, residential - new 2585 Sable Ridge St., Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada
$60,000, pool and/or spa 7230 Buttons Ridge Drive, Las Vegas Desert Springs Pools and Spas
$125,705, residential - new 2576 Sable Ridge St., Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $125,705, residential - new 2584 Sable Ridge St., Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $125,705, residential - new 2588 Sable Ridge St., Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $121,269, residential - new 2580 Sable Ridge St., Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $120,003, commercial - remodel 10416 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Casas Construction
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Administrative/ overhead expenses
Benefits paid
Total disbursements
Union
Members
Receipts
Employee/ officer disbursements
AFL-CIO Leadership Council 1891 Whitney Mesa Drive Henderson, NV 89014
53,742
$151,091
$42,739
—
$33,946
$136,737
2
Culinary Union Local 226 1630 S. Commerce St. Las Vegas, NV 89102
48,875
$26 million
$7.6 million
$2.7 million
$1.9 million
$24.5 million
3
Service Employees Local 1107 3785 E. Sunset Road, Suite 1 Las Vegas, NV 89120
8,970
$5 million
$1.3 million
$735,122
$643,948
$4.7 million
4
Food & Commercial Workers Local 711 1201 N. Decatur Blvd., Suite 116 Las Vegas, NV 89108
7,250
$4.3 million
$915,881
$655,942
$132,980
$4 million
5
Teamsters Local 631 700 N. Lamb Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89110
5,122
$4.7 million
$1.6 million
$979,605
$794,440
$4.5 million
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Carpenters Local 1977 Permanently closed
3,871
$1.7 million
$600,000
$176,988
—
$1.6 million
Unite Here Local 165 4825 W. Nevso Drive Las Vegas, NV 89103
3,508
$3.2 million
$984,094
$1.7 million
$165,859
$3.5 million
8
Electrical Workers AFL-CIO Local 357 808 N. Lamb Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89110
3,170
$4.8 million
$1.4 million
$2.3 million
$643,292
$4.5 million
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Laborers Local 872 2345 Red Rock St. Las Vegas, NV 89146
2,580
$6 million
$1.6 million
$140,620
$965,536
$5.9 million
Painters AFL-CIO District Council 1701 Whitney Mesa Drive, Suite 105 Henderson, NV 89014
2,567
$5.8 million
$2 million
$2 million
$877,870
$5.8 million
Teamsters Local 14 1250 S. Burnham Ave., Second Floor Las Vegas, NV 89104
2,395
$1.9 million
$658,454
$479,890
$237,535
$1.9 million
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Plumbers AFL-CIO Local 525 760 N. Lamb Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89110
1,708
$5 million
$1.1 million
$1.3 million
$1 million
$4.8 million
13
Letter Carriers AFL-CIO Branch 2502 P.O. Box 97106, 2620 E. Sunset Road Las Vegas, NV 89193
1,583
$960,636
$393,708
$96,587
$61,145
$942,022
14
Stage & Picture Operators AFL-CIO Local 720 3000 S. Valley View Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89102
1,561
$2.9 million
$1.2 million
$1.3 million
$340,878
$2.9 million
15
Machinists AFL-CIO Lodge 845 1057 Whitney Ranch Road, Suite 200 Henderson, NV 89014
1,242
$352,899
$82,076
—
—
$259,613
16
Electrical Workers AFL-CIO Local 396 3520 Boulder Highway Las Vegas, NV 89121
1,164
$1.1 million
$596,232
$503,017
$100,887
$1.3 million
17
Plasterers & Cement Masons AFL-CIO Local 797 4231 W. Oquendo Road Las Vegas, NV 89118
988
$1 million
$345,862
$41,449
$147,959
$1.2 million
18
American Postal Workers AFL-CIO Local 761 2620 E. Sunset Road, Suites D-E Las Vegas, NV 89120
757
$473,142
$149,700
$97,113
$3,621
$445,141
19
Transit Union AFL-CIO Local 1637 2350 S. Jones Blvd., Suite 101 Las Vegas, NV 89146
708
$510,372
$254,205
$135,350
—
$491,127
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Category: General Contractors (Ranked by July 2014-June 2015 Billings)
Company
Billings
Employees
Year established
Top executive
The Penta Building Group 181 E. Warm Springs Road Las Vegas, NV 89119
$234,993,964
128
2000
John Cannito, chief operating officer
2
Martin-Harris Construction LLC 3030 S. Highland Drive Las Vegas, NV 89109
$175,250,914
202
1976
Frank Martin, president
3
R&O Construction 6787 Spencer St. Las Vegas, NV 89119
$75,000,000
27
1997
Erik Skogstad, vice president and general manager
4
Burke Construction Group Inc. 385 Pilot Road, Suite D Las Vegas, NV 89119
$67,960,403
49
1984
Kevin E. Burke, president and CEO
5
McCarthy Building Cos. 2340 Corporate Circle, Suite 125 Henderson, NV 89074
$44,000,000
53
1973
Jeff Wood, vice president of operations
6
Kalb Industries of Nevada 5670 Wynn Road Las Vegas, NV 89118
$27,009,460
27
1972
Justin Kalb, president
7
Boyd Martin Construction LLC 5965 McLeod Drive Las Vegas, NV 89120
$25,688,310
27
2003
Boyd Martin, managing member
8
DC Building Group (formerly Danoski Clutts Building Group) 101 E. Warm Springs Road Las Vegas, NV 89119
$18,500,000
26
2001
Shawn Danoski, CEO
9
Kittrell Jensen Contractors 1919 S. Jones Blvd., Suite E Las Vegas, NV 89146
$14,169,256
12
2008
Ron Jensen, managing partner
Merlin Contracting 6408 Arville St. Las Vegas, NV 89118
$13,700,000
22
1989
Steve Jones, CEO
11
LM Construction Co. LLC 5075 Cameron St., Suite H Las Vegas, NV 89118
$7,200,000
34
1996
Larry Monkarsh, managing member
12
Dakem & Associates LLC 6170 W. Viking Road Las Vegas, NV 89103
$6,700,000
13
1997
Daniel S. Amster, manager
13
Roche Constructors Inc. 7680 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 130 Las Vegas, NV 89117
$236,121
5
1986
Sandy Olson, vice president
1
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