Blue Ribbon Commission
Regular MeetingHenderson, NV · November 12, 2025
Minutes
CITY OF HENDERSON
BLUE RIBBON COMMISSION
MINUTES
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
I. CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Cason Noll called the Blue Ribbon Commission on Educational
Excellence and Youth Opportunity to order at 4:01 p.m., in the Valley View
Conference Room, 240 South Water Street, Henderson, Nevada 89015.
II. CONFIRMATION OF POSTING AND ROLL CALL
Maxwell Fenster, Education Initiatives Analyst, confirmed the meeting of the
Blue Ribbon Commission on Educational Excellence and Youth Opportunity had
been noticed in compliance with the Nevada Open Meeting Law.
PRESENT: Vice Chair Cason Noll
Max Doubin
Madeline Howell
Elias Ramos
Katia Speer
Olivia Vause
Kaden Wright
ABSENT: Chair Anirudh Polagani (excused)
Shay Bravo-Bezard (excused)
Jackson Holldorf
Karionna Reddix
STAFF: Harmony Cole, Deputy City Clerk
Jackie Curry, Education Initiatives Specialist
Max Fenster, Education Initiatives Analyst
Michael Oh, Senior Assistant City Attorney
Alexandra Zondiros, Administrative Assistant I
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments presented.
IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA (For Possible Action)
(Motion)
Commissioner Oliva Vause introduced a motion to accept the agenda, as
presented.
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(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Vice Chair Cason Noll declared the
motion carried.
V. NEW BUSINESS
1 MINUTES
BLUE RIBBON COMMISSION ON EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE AND
YOUTH OPPORTUNITY
OCTOBER 15, 2025
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
(Motion)
Commissioner Max Doubin introduced a motion to approve the Blue Ribbon
Commission on Educational Excellence and Youth Opportunity meeting minutes
of October 15, 2025.
(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Vice Chair Cason Noll declared the
motion carried.
2 DISCUSSION
INTRODUCTIONS OF NEW COMMISSIONERS
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Max Fenster, Education Initiatives Analyst, introduced newly appointed
members, Jason Couchman and Lindsay Couzens, to the Blue Ribbon
Commission.
Newly appointed members Lindsay Couzens and Jason Couchman introduced
themselves and each provided a brief overview of their background and
experience as it relates to education.
3 DISCUSSION
BLUE RIBBON COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2026
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Max Fenster, Education Initiatives Analyst, presented a schedule of the
Blue Ribbon Commission meetings for calendar year 2026.
(Motion)
Commissioner Olivia Vause introduced a motion to accept the Blue Ribbon
Commission meeting schedule for the 2026 calendar year.
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(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Vice Chair Cason Noll declared the
motion carried.
4 PRESENTATION
OPEN MEETING LAW AND ETHICS OVERVIEW
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Former Blue Ribbon Commissioner, Bella Hubshman, provided a presentation
of the Nevada Open Meeting Law (OML) and Robert’s Rules of Order (RRO) for
Commissioners.
A brief discussion ensued regarding examples of Open Meeting Law violations,
repercussions, and remedies for violations.
5 PRESENTATION
ALL-IN HENDERSON SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Tory Jackson, Sustainability and Climate Manager, provided a presentation on
the City’s drafted All-In Henderson Sustainability and Climate Action Plan, with
an emphasis on efforts to build climate and sustainability literacy in the
community.
A discussion ensued regarding the ways Blue Ribbon Commissioners can help
spread information regarding climate sustainability, public transit and safety, late
activity transportation for students that do not drive, training certificates for
resumes, and opportunities for former commissioners to give feedback
regarding their experience as Blue Ribbon Commissioners.
6 PRESENTATION
PROJECT GREEN: FRIENDS OF PITTMAN WASH
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Bella Hubshman, representative of Friends of Pittman Wash, provided
information on Project Green and related volunteer opportunities.
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7 DISCUSSION
COMMISSIONER OPPORTUNITIES
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Commissioners Madeline Howell and Olivia Vause presented project proposals
in alignment with the area of focus for the Commission to consider during the
2025-2026 school year.
A discussion ensued regarding options to expand awareness of the Blue Ribbon
Commission to students, hosting an internship fair, and the current recruitment
process for theCommission.
(Motion)
Max Doubin introduced a motion to approve the project proposal for the
internship fair with a digital plan.
(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Vice Chair Cason Noll declared the
motion carried.
(Motion)
Commissioner Olivia Vause introduced a motion to table the discussion
regarding the project proposal to expand the awareness of the Blue Ribbon
Commission to the January 14, 2026, meeting.
(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Vice Chair Cason Noll declared the
motion carried.
VI. CHAIR\MEMBER COMMENTS
Commissioners Olivia Vause, Madeline Howell, and Max Doubin spoke about
their experience participating in the Henderson Trunk or Treat event.
VII. SET NEXT MEETING
The next meeting was set for Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments presented.
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IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to be discussed, the meeting was adjourned at
5:20p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
/s/ Harmony Cole
Harmony Cole
Deputy City Clerk
Agenda
CITY OF HENDERSON
BLUE RIBBON COMMISSION
AGENDA
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Valley View Conference Room
4:00 PM 240 S. Water Street
Meeting Inquiries: (702) 267-2047 Henderson, Nevada 89015
For those requiring special assistance or accommodation to attend or participate in this
meeting, arrangements for a sign language interpreter or services necessary for effective
communication for qualified persons with disabilities should be made as soon as possible,
but no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event. Please contact Max Fenster at (702)
267-2047 or TTY: 7-1-1 at least 72 hours in advance to request a sign language interpreter.
You may also submit your request by using Contact Henderson.
The Chair reserves the right to hear agenda items out of order, combine two or more agenda
items for consideration, remove an item from the agenda, or delay discussion relating to an
item on the agenda at any time.
Public comment will be taken at the designated Public Comment periods. Individuals will be
limited to three (3) minutes and spokespersons for a group will be limited to ten (10) minutes
at the discretion of the Chair.
The Chair reserves the right to curtail abusive, offensive, inflammatory or repetitive
comments that disrupt, disturb or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of the meeting. See
NRS 241.030(4)(a). Examples of disruptive conduct include, without limitation, yelling,
stamping of feet, whistles, applause, heckling, name calling, use of profanity, personal
attacks, physical intimidation, threatening use of physical force, assault, battery, or any other
acts intended to impede the meeting or infringe on the rights of the board and/or committee
members, City staff, or meeting participants.
Backup materials for agenda items can be found in the Office of the City Clerk or on the
City's website at: http://www.cityofhenderson.com. To request backup materials, please
contact Max Fenster at (702) 267-2047.
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I. CALL TO ORDER
II. CONFIRMATION OF POSTING AND ROLL CALL
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
Public Comment during this portion of the agenda must be limited to matters on
the agenda. Individuals will be limited to three (3) minutes and spokespersons
for a group will be limited to ten (10) minutes at the discretion of the Chair. The
Chair reserves the right to curtail abusive, offensive, inflammatory or repetitive
comments that disrupt, disturb or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of the
meeting. In addition, any person willfully disrupting the meeting may be
removed from the room by the presiding officer. See NRS 241.030(4)(a).
Examples of disruptive conduct include, without limitation, yelling, stamping of
feet, whistles, applause, heckling, name calling, use of profanity, personal
attacks, physical intimidation, threatening use of physical force, assault, battery,
or any other acts intended to impede the meeting or infringe on the rights of the
board and/or committee members, City staff, or meeting participants.
IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA (For Possible Action)
V. NEW BUSINESS
1 MINUTES
BLUE RIBBON COMMISSION ON EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE AND
YOUTH OPPORTUNITY
OCTOBER 15, 2025
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve
Blue Ribbon Commission on Educational Excellence and Youth Opportunity
meeting minutes of October 15, 2025.
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2 DISCUSSION
INTRODUCTIONS OF NEW COMMISSIONERS
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
For Information and Discussion Only.
Staff will introduce newly appointed members of the Blue Ribbon Commission.
3 DISCUSSION
BLUE RIBBON COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2026
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve
Staff will present a proposed schedule of Blue Ribbon Commission meetings for
calendar year 2026.
4 PRESENTATION
OPEN MEETING LAW AND ETHICS OVERVIEW
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
For Information and Discussion Only.
Representatives from the Consolidated Students of the University of Nevada,
Las Vegas (CSUN) will provide an overview of Nevada Open Meeting Law
(OML) and Robert’s Rules of Order (RRO) for members of the Blue Ribbon
Commission.
5 PRESENTATION
ALL-IN HENDERSON SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
For Information and Discussion Only.
Community Development & Services will present on the City’s draft All-In
Henderson Sustainability & Climate Action Plan, with an emphasis on efforts to
build climate and sustainability literacy in the community.
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6 PRESENTATION
PROJECT GREEN: FRIENDS OF PITTMAN WASH
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
For Information and Discussion Only.
Representatives of Friends of Pittman Wash will provide information on Project
GREEN and related volunteer opportunities.
7 DISCUSSION
COMMISSIONER OPPORTUNITIES
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve
Commissioners will present project proposals for the Commission to consider
supporting in alignment with the approved area of focus for the 2025-2026
school year.
VI. CHAIR\MEMBER COMMENTS
The Chair and Members may speak on any subject under this section of the
agenda. Chair and Members may comment on matters including, without
limitation, future agenda items, upcoming meeting dates, and meeting
procedures. Comments made cannot be acted upon or discussed at this
meeting, but may be placed on a future agenda for consideration.
VII. SET NEXT MEETING
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VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
Items discussed under this Public Comment period cannot be acted upon at this
meeting, but may be referred to a future agenda for consideration. Individuals
will be limited to three (3) minutes and spokespersons for a group will be limited
to ten (10) minutes, at the discretion of the Chair. The Chair reserves the right to
curtail abusive, offensive, inflammatory or repetitive comments that disrupt,
disturb or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of the meeting. In addition, any
person willfully disrupting the meeting may be removed from the room by the
presiding officer. See NRS 241.030(4)(a). Examples of disruptive conduct
include, without limitation, yelling, stamping of feet, whistles, applause, heckling,
name calling, use of profanity, personal attacks, physical intimidation,
threatening use of physical force, assault, battery, or any other acts intended to
impede the meeting or infringe on the rights of the board and/or committee
members, City staff, or meeting participants.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Posted not later than 9:00 a.m. of the third working day before the meeting, at the following locations:
City Hall, 240 South Water Street
www.cityofhenderson.com
https://notice.nv.gov
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