City Council Committee
Regular MeetingHenderson, NV · September 13, 2022
Minutes
CITY OF HENDERSON
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
COMMITTEE MEETING
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
I. CALL TO ORDER
(Minutes/Discussion)
Mayor Debra March called the Committee Meeting to order at 3:45 p.m., in the
City Council Chambers, City Hall, 240 South Water Street, Henderson, Nevada
89015.
Mayor March said to make it easier for residents to voice their comments, there
will be two public comment periods, one at the beginning of the meeting,
designated for comments related to items on the agenda, and one at the end of
the meeting, for general public comment.
Mayor March stated the meeting is being video recorded and streamed live to
the Internet and on YouTube.
II. CONFIRMATION OF POSTING
(Minutes/Discussion)
Jose Luis Valdez, City Clerk, confirmed the Committee Meeting had been
noticed in compliance with the Nevada Open Meeting Law.
III. ROLL CALL
Present and responding to roll call were the following:
Debra March, Mayor
John F. Marz, Councilman
Michelle Romero, Councilwoman
Dan K. Shaw, Councilman
Dan H. Stewart, Councilman
Staff Present:
Richard Derrick, City Manager/CEO
Jose Luis Valdez, City Clerk
Nicholas Vaskov, City Attorney
Jim McIntosh, Chief Financial Officer
Ed McGuire, Director of Public Works
Lisa Corrado, Community Development and Services Director
Janet Sandifer, Deputy City Clerk
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IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
(Minutes/Discussion)
Mayor March opened the public hearing and asked if there were any comments
from the public related to items on the Committee Meeting agenda.
Johnnay Sanders, 89015, expressed support under agenda Item 1. She said
she manages Morrell Park Apartments and said for the safety of the residents
within the vicinity, permits should be required to feed and disperse food within
the parks and individuals unaccompanied by minor children should be required
to remain at least 50 feet from the playground area. She said she appreciates
Code Enforcement’s involvement at Morrell Park and said the rules need to be
enforced at all City-owned parks and trails.
There being no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.
V. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
(Motion)
Councilman Dan H. Stewart moved to accept the agenda, as amended:
Items 2 and 3 will be heard together but voted on separately.
(Vote)
The roll call vote favoring passage was: Those voting aye: Mayor Debra March,
Councilman John F. Marz, Councilwoman Michelle Romero, Councilman Dan K.
Shaw, Councilman Dan H. Stewart. Those voting nay: (None). Those absent:
(None). Those abstaining: (None). Result: Pass.
VI. ITEMS OF BUSINESS
1 BILL NO. 3659
AMEND HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.27
PARKS AND RECREATION
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND CHAPTER 2.27 - PARKS AND RECREATION - OF THE
HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE.
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(Minutes/Discussion)
Richard Derrick, City Manager/CEO, introduced and read this bill by title.
Lisa Corrado, Community Development and Services Director, presented a
summary of this item.
Councilwoman Romero thanked all the departments that worked on this item
and stated the amendments are necessary and have been requested by the
neighbors.
(Motion)
Councilwoman Michelle Romero moved to refer Bill No. 3659 to the City Council
Regular meeting of September 13, 2022, with a do-pass recommendation.
(Vote)
The roll call vote favoring passage was: Those voting aye: Mayor Debra March,
Councilman John F. Marz, Councilwoman Michelle Romero, Councilman Dan K.
Shaw, Councilman Dan H. Stewart. Those voting nay: (None). Those absent:
(None). Those abstaining: (None). Result: Pass.
2 BILL NO. 3660
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS 14.01 -
DEFINITIONS, 14.02 - WATER COMMITMENT AND ALLOCATION
REGULATIONS, 14.03 - WATER REGULATIONS, 14.04 - WASTEWATER
REGULATIONS, 14.14 - CONSERVATION, 14.18 - FEES, RATES AND
CHARGES, AND 14.21 - COMPLIANCE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND CHAPTER 14.01 - DEFINITIONS, CHAPTER 14.02 -
WATER COMMITMENT AND ALLOCATION REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 14.03
- WATER REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 14.04 - WASTEWATER
REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 14.14 - CONSERVATION, CHAPTER 14.18 -
FEES, RATES AND CHARGES, AND CHAPTER 14.21 - COMPLIANCE OF
TITLE 14 - UTILITY SERVICES OF THE HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE.
(Minutes/Discussion)
Note: Items 2 and 3 were heard together but voted on separately.
Richard Derrick, City Manager/CEO, introduced and read the bills for Items 2
and 3 by title.
Kyle Okamura, Deputy Director of Utilities, presented a summary of Items 2 and
3.
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Councilman Stewart stated the Assembly approved the Southern Nevada turf
removal proposal and the Nonfunctional Turf Removal Advisory Committee,
which was appointed by the Southern Nevada Water Authority, focused on
defining functional and nonfunctional turf to address the existing nonfunctional
turf installations in Southern Nevada.
Mr. Okamura stated the Nonfunctional Turf Removal Advisory Committee’s
definitions regarding functional and nonfunctional turf were incorporated into the
Henderson Municipal Code amendment for consistency purposes.
Councilman Stewart stated the law is well defined, and everyone will need to be
compliant.
Mayor March said the recommended changes are reasonable and the
communities need to work together to ensure the health of the Colorado River
and for our future.
Councilman Marz stated when making decision regarding new developments
and subdivisions, the Council will need to consider the addition of designated
playground areas so that the children will have place for play with turf.
Mayor March stated the City of Henderson subscribes to the policy of having a
park or a trail within a 10-minute walk of each household because of the
importance of having a healthy community that can enjoy the available outdoor
amenities.
(Motion)
Councilman Dan H. Stewart moved to refer Bill No. 3660 to the City Council
Regular meeting of September 13, 2022, with a do-pass recommendation.
(Vote)
The roll call vote favoring passage was: Those voting aye: Mayor Debra March,
Councilman John F. Marz, Councilwoman Michelle Romero, Councilman Dan K.
Shaw, Councilman Dan H. Stewart. Those voting nay: (None). Those absent:
(None). Those abstaining: (None). Result: Pass.
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3 BILL NO. 3661
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.01
BUILDING & FIRE SAFETY ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.01 – BUILDING & FIRE
SAFETY ADMINISTRATIVE CODE OF TITLE 15 OF THE HENDERSON
MUNICIPAL CODE.
Note: Items 2 and 3 were heard together but voted on separately.
(Motion)
Councilman Dan K. Shaw moved to refer Bill No. 3661 to the City Council
Regular meeting of September 13, 2022, with a do-pass recommendation.
(Vote)
The roll call vote favoring passage was: Those voting aye: Mayor Debra March,
Councilman John F. Marz, Councilwoman Michelle Romero, Councilman Dan K.
Shaw, Councilman Dan H. Stewart. Those voting nay: (None). Those absent:
(None). Those abstaining: (None). Result: Pass.
4 BILL NO. 3662
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.08
BUILDING CODE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.08 – BUILDING CODE
OF TITLE 15 OF THE HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE.
(Minutes/Discussion)
Richard Derrick, City Manager/CEO, introduced and read this bill by title.
Lynn Nielson, Manager of Plans and Examining Services, presented a summary
of this item.
(Motion)
Councilwoman Michelle Romero moved to refer Bill No. 3662 to the City Council
Regular meeting of September 13, 2022, with a do-pass recommendation.
(Vote)
The roll call vote favoring passage was: Those voting aye: Mayor Debra March,
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Councilman John F. Marz, Councilwoman Michelle Romero, Councilman Dan K.
Shaw, Councilman Dan H. Stewart. Those voting nay: (None). Those absent:
(None). Those abstaining: (None). Result: Pass.
5 BILL NO. 3663
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.09
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.09 – INTERNATIONAL
RESIDENTIAL CODE OF TITLE 15 OF THE HENDERSON MUNICIPAL
CODE.
(Minutes/Discussion)
Richard Derrick, City Manager/CEO, introduced and read this bill by title.
Lynn Nielson, Manager of Plans and Examining Services, presented a summary
of this item.
(Motion)
Councilman Dan K. Shaw moved to refer Bill No. 3663 to the City Council
Regular meeting of September 13, 2022, with a do-pass recommendation.
(Vote)
The roll call vote favoring passage was: Those voting aye: Mayor Debra March,
Councilman John F. Marz, Councilwoman Michelle Romero, Councilman Dan K.
Shaw, Councilman Dan H. Stewart. Those voting nay: (None). Those absent:
(None). Those abstaining: (None). Result: Pass.
6 BILL NO. 3664
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.32 FIRE CODE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.32 – FIRE CODE.
(Minutes/Discussion)
Richard Derrick, City Manager/CEO, introduced and read this bill by title.
Lynn Nielson, Manager of Plans and Examining Services, presented a summary
of this item.
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(Motion)
Councilman Dan H. Stewart moved to refer Bill No. 3664 to the City Council
Regular meeting of September 13, 2022, with a do-pass recommendation.
(Vote)
The roll call vote favoring passage was: Those voting aye: Mayor Debra March,
Councilman John F. Marz, Councilwoman Michelle Romero, Councilman Dan K.
Shaw, Councilman Dan H. Stewart. Those voting nay: (None). Those absent:
(None). Those abstaining: (None). Result: Pass.
VII. PUBLIC COMMENT
(Minutes/Discussion)
Mayor March opened the public hearing and asked if there were any general
public comments.
There being no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
(Minutes/Discussion)
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor March, in
concurrence with the Council, adjourned the Committee Meeting at 4:01 p.m.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 4th DAY OF OCTOBER 2022.
______________________
Debra March
Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________
Jose Luis Valdez, CMC
City Clerk
Agenda
CITY OF HENDERSON
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
COMMITTEE MEETING
Tuesday, September 13, 2022 Council Chambers
3:45 PM 240 South Water Street
Meeting Inquiries: (702) 267-1400 Henderson, Nevada 89015
For those requiring special assistance or accommodation to participate in this meeting,
arrangements for a sign language interpreter should be made as soon as possible, but no later
than 72 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please contact the City Clerk's office at
(702) 267-1400 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 Mayor/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 during the designated Public Comment periods and on
Public Hearing items. 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 Mayor/Chair.
The Mayor/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,
intimidation, threats, or any other comments intended to impede the meeting or infringe on the
rights of the Henderson City Council, 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
Jose Luis Valdez at (702) 267-1400.
Agenda Information Line - (702) 267-1440 (No. 3).
NOTICE
Public Comment and discussion on proposed ordinances
will be heard during this Committee Meeting.
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I. CALL TO ORDER
II. CONFIRMATION OF POSTING
III. ROLL CALL
IV. 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
Mayor/Chair. The Mayor/Chair reserves the right to curtail abusive, offensive,
inflammatory, or repetitive comments that disrupt, disturb, or otherwise impede
the orderly conduct of the Council 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
Henderson City Council, City staff, or meeting participants.
V. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA (For Possible Action)
VI. ITEMS OF BUSINESS
ALL PROPOSED ORDINANCES MAY BE REFERRED TO THE CITY
COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THIS
COMMITTEE MEETING FOR ADOPTION, AS PROVIDED IN THE
HENDERSON CITY CHARTER, SECTION 2.100.
1 BILL NO. 3659
AMEND HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.27
PARKS AND RECREATION
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Regular Meeting
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND CHAPTER 2.27 - PARKS AND RECREATION - OF THE
HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE.
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2 BILL NO. 3660
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS 14.01 -
DEFINITIONS, 14.02 - WATER COMMITMENT AND ALLOCATION
REGULATIONS, 14.03 - WATER REGULATIONS, 14.04 - WASTEWATER
REGULATIONS, 14.14 - CONSERVATION, 14.18 - FEES, RATES AND
CHARGES, AND 14.21 - COMPLIANCE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Regular Meeting
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND CHAPTER 14.01 - DEFINITIONS, CHAPTER 14.02 -
WATER COMMITMENT AND ALLOCATION REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 14.03
- WATER REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 14.04 - WASTEWATER
REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 14.14 - CONSERVATION, CHAPTER 14.18 -
FEES, RATES AND CHARGES, AND CHAPTER 14.21 - COMPLIANCE OF
TITLE 14 - UTILITY SERVICES OF THE HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE.
3 BILL NO. 3661
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.01
BUILDING & FIRE SAFETY ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Regular Meeting
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.01 – BUILDING & FIRE
SAFETY ADMINISTRATIVE CODE OF TITLE 15 OF THE HENDERSON
MUNICIPAL CODE.
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4 BILL NO. 3662
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.08
BUILDING CODE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Regular Meeting
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.08 – BUILDING CODE
OF TITLE 15 OF THE HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE.
5 BILL NO. 3663
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.09
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Regular Meeting
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.09 – INTERNATIONAL
RESIDENTIAL CODE OF TITLE 15 OF THE HENDERSON MUNICIPAL
CODE.
6 BILL NO. 3664
AMENDING HENDERSON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.32
FIRE CODE
CMTS NUMBER(S): N/A
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Regular Meeting
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HENDERSON,
NEVADA, TO AMEND PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.32 – FIRE CODE.
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VII. PUBLIC COMMENT
Items discussed under Public Comment cannot be acted upon at this meeting,
but may be referred by Council to the next available meeting for consideration.
Public Comment will be limited to three (3) minutes at the discretion of the
Mayor/Chair. The Mayor/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 Henderson City Council, City staff, or meeting
participants.
VIII. 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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