Development Services Center Advisory Committee
Regular MeetingHenderson, NV · October 25, 2022
Minutes
CITY OF HENDERSON
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Nat Hodgson called the City of Henderson Development Services Center
Advisory Committee meeting to order at 7:47 a.m. in the Westgate Conference
Room, 240 South Water Street, Henderson, Nevada.
II. CONFIRMATION OF POSTING AND ROLL CALL
Emilie Wiemer, Administrative Assistant III, confirmed the City of Henderson
Development Services Center Advisory Committee meeting had been noticed in
compliance with the Nevada Open Meeting Law.
PRESENT: Chair Nat Hodgson
Renee Carroll
Jim McIntosh
Majid Pakniat
Devon Sansone (arrived at 7:49 a.m.)
Todd Steadham
John Stewart
Derrick Williams
STAFF: Brian Coombs, Utility Services Project Engineer III
Jan Fullmer, Accounting Manager
Nick McLemore, Administrative Manager
Lynn Neilsen, Manager of Plans Examining Services
Brandon Kemble, Assistant City Attorney III
Michelle Reese, Deputy City Clerk
David Weiser, Assistant Director of Finance
Emilie Wiemer, Administrative Assistant III
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
Chair Nat Hodgson, introduced Melany Quintero as a new employee of the
Southern Nevada Home Builders Association (SNHBA).
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IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
(Motion)
Member Renee Carroll introduced a motion to accept the agenda, as presented.
The roll call vote favoring passage was: Those voting aye: Chair Nat Hodgson,
Renee Carroll, Jim McIntosh, Majid Pakniat, Todd Steadham, John Stewart, and
Derrick Williams. Those voting nay: None. Those absent: Devon Sansone.
Those abstaining: None. Chair Hodgson declared the motion carried.
V. NEW BUSINESS
1 MINUTES
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AUGUST 16, 2022
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER
Development Services Center Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
August 16, 2022.
(Motion)
Member John Stewart introduced a motion to adopt the Development Services
Center Advisory Committee Meeting minutes of August 16, 2022, as presented.
The roll call vote favoring passage was: Those voting aye: Chair Nat Hodgson,
Renee Carroll, Jim McIntosh, Majid Pakniat, Todd Steadham, John Stewart, and
Derrick Williams. Those voting nay: None. Those absent: Devon Sansone.
Those abstaining: None. Chair Hodgson declared the motion carried.
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QUARTERLY PERFORMANCE REPORT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER
Christopher Barnes, DSC Manager, or his designee, will review the
Development Services Center Quarterly Performance Report and respond to
questions from the Committee Members.
Lynn Neilsen, Manager of Plans Examining Services, gave a PowerPoint
presentation, titled Development Services Center Performance Report for the
Month Ending September 30, 2022, and presented a summary of the plan
review performance, permit activity, inspection activity, and a five-year
comparison.
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Responding to an inquiry from Member Majid Pakniat regarding the type of
commercial permits that increased, Mr. Neilsen stated many of the facilities are
warehouses or storage facilities.
Responding to an inquiry from Member John Stewart regarding possible
substandard performance in comparison to historical performance by the DSC,
Mr. Neilsen confirmed both increased activity and lack of staff have contributed
to recent metrics; however, regarding missed deadlines, there are no consistent
contributing factors.
A brief discussion ensued regarding recent difficulties in staffing positions in the
public and private sectors.
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QUARTERLY FINANCIAL UPDATE
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER
Jim McIntosh, Chief Financial Officer, or his designee, will provide an update of
the Development Services Center's quarterly financials and respond to
questions from the Committee Members.
Jim McIntosh, Chief Financial Officer, referred to the supporting material and
provided an overview of the Development Service Center's quarterly financial
statements for the period ending on September 30, 2022. He presented
unaudited comparisons between balance sheets for the same period in the prior
fiscal year. He said the budget is on target and noted the additional full-time
positions that have been added to address the increase in volume.
Mr. McIntosh stated they have seen a slight slowdown in terms of revenue;
however, figures are now more realistic as the first quarter of the previous year
was an outlier.
Responding to a question by Member Majid Pakniat regarding what items are
the biggest drains on the budget, Mr. McIntosh confirmed that salaries and
benefits are the largest expenses.
VI. CHAIRMAN\MEMBER COMMENTS
Members and attendees introduced themselves around the table and provided
brief updates.
Member Derrick Williams spoke on the backlog created by supply chain delays.
Member Todd Steadham stated commercial industrial business appears to be
picking up.
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Member Renee Carroll stated development is slowing; however, entitlements
and other groundwork will still move forward in an effort to remain prepared.
Member Devon Sansone described the difficulties the supply chain delays have
caused from a financing perspective.
Chair Nat Hodgson stated that while residential development is down, he
believes this is a pause and is looking to the results of the land auction for a
better idea of what the future holds.
Responding to a question by Member Majid Pakniat regarding potential impacts
of conservation measures, Chair Hodgson responded that, for the most part, the
turf and pool restrictions have not had a negative impact.
VII. SET NEXT MEETING
The next meeting was set for Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at 7:45 a.m.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments presented.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Committee, Chair Nat
Hodgson adjourned the meeting at 8:22 a.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
/s/ Michelle Reese
Michelle Reese,
Deputy City Clerk
Agenda
CITY OF HENDERSON
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AGENDA
Tuesday, October 25, 2022 Westgate Conference Room
7:45 AM 240 S Water St
Meeting Inquiries: (702) 267-3663 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 Emilie Wiemer at
(702) 267-3663 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 Chairman 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 Chairman.
The Chairman 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 Emilie Wiemer at (702) 267-3663.
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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 Chairman.
The Chairman 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
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AUGUST 16, 2022
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt
Development Services Center Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
August 16, 2022.
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QUARTERLY PERFORMANCE REPORT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER
For Information and Discussion Only
Christopher Barnes, DSC Manager, or his designee, will review the
Development Services Center Quarterly Performance Report and respond to
questions from the Committee members.
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QUARTERLY FINANCIAL UPDATE
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER
For Information and Discussion Only
Jim McIntosh, Chief Financial Officer, or his designee, will provide an update of
the Development Services Center's quarterly financials and respond to
questions from the Committee members.
VI. CHAIRMAN\MEMBER COMMENTS
The Chairman and Members may speak on any subject under this section of the
agenda. Chairman 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
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 Chairman. The Chairman 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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