Housing Advisory Committee
Regular MeetingHenderson, NV · August 29, 2024
Minutes
CITY OF HENDERSON
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MINUTES
Thursday, August 29, 2024
I. CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Audra Hamernik called the Housing Advisory Committee (HAC)
meeting to order at 3:08 p.m. in the Council Chambers Conference Room, City
Hall, 240 South Water Street, Henderson, Nevada 89015.
II. CONFIRMATION OF POSTING AND ROLL CALL
Stephanie Murray, Planning Commission Coordinator, confirmed the Housing
Advisory Committee meeting had been noticed in compliance with the Nevada
Open Meeting Law.
PRESENT: Vice Chair Audra Hamernik
Jess Molasky
Gustavo Ramos
Neil Sansone (via teleconference)
Aaron Sheets
Todd Stratton
ABSENT: Chair Bill Bokelmann (excused)
Michael Campbell (excused)
Joe DiRaffaele (excused)
Christina Vela (excused)
STAFF: Jed Blake, Community Development Grants Specialist
Lisa Corrado, Director of Community Development & Services
Eddie Dichter, Assistant Director of Community Development &
Services
Shelly Labay, Senior Planner
Stephanie Murray, Planning Commission Coordinator
Zachary Redman, Assistant City Attorney III
Staci Sheaks, Deputy City Clerk
GUESTS: Councilwoman Carrie Cox (left 4:04 p.m.)
Councilman Dan Shaw (left 4:01 p.m.)
Tyler Bump, Project Director of EcNorthwest (via teleconference)
Lewis Jordan, Executive Director of the Southern Nevada
Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) (left 4:05 p.m.)
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III. PUBLIC COMMENT
Councilman Dan Shaw thanked the committee members for serving and stated
he looks forward to their recommendations to implement more affordable
housing in the City of Henderson.
IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA (For Possible Action)
(Motion)
Member Gustavo Ramos introduced a motion to accept the agenda, as
presented.
(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Vice Chair Audra Hamernik
declared the motion carried.
V. NEW BUSINESS
1 MINUTES
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APRIL 25, 2024
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
(Motion)
Member Aaron Sheets introduced a motion to approve the Housing Advisory
Committee meeting minutes of April 25, 2024, as presented.
(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Vice Chair Audra Hamernik
declared the motion carried.
2 SOUTHERN NEVADA REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY PRESENTATION
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Lisa Corrado, Director of Community Development and Services Department,
introduced Councilwoman Carrie Cox and Lewis Jordan, Executive Director of
the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA), and thanked them
for coming to discuss the work being done by the SNRHA.
Councilwoman Cox provided a brief overview of the item and introduced Mr.
Jordan, who provided a presentation entitled “Enhancing Solutions for Southern
Nevada” on the SNRHA’s mission, programs, and services, including:
Affordable housing sites in Henderson, such as Landsman Gardens,
Espinoza Terrace, and Hampton Court.
Neighborhood Stabilization Program.
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Supportive Services available, including the family self-sufficiency
program and a senior services coordinator.
Housing choice voucher program.
Landlord incentives program to increase housing opportunities.
Affordable housing needs throughout Nevada.
2024 Choice Neighborhood Implementation Grant Recipient.
A discussion ensued regarding the family self-sufficiency program, management
of affordable housing properties, newly constructed affordable housing projects
versus existing rehabilitated properties, and the prioritization of those on the
housing choice voucher waitlist.
3 DISCUSSION ON LEGISLATIVE TOPICS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Lisa Corrado, Director of Community Development and Services, provided an
overview of how the City of Henderson participates in Nevada’s legislative
process, including City-sponsored Bill Draft Requests (BDRs). Ms. Corrado
stated that the City-sponsored BDRs for the 2025 legislative session do not
include housing-related bills.
Shelly Labay, Senior Planner, provided an overview of affordable housing
legislative efforts during the 2021 and 2023 Nevada legislative sessions.
Tyler Bump, Project Director of EcoNorthwest, reviewed via teleconference the
legislative actions taken in comparable states during the 2021 and 2023
legislative sessions.
A discussion ensued regarding the following topics:
The committee’s role in advocating for affordable housing BDRs.
Bills from comparable states that may benefit Henderson.
Collaboration with other jurisdictions for a unified regional approach to
affordable housing.
Regional efforts versus statewide affordable housing legislation.
Volunteer opportunities with regional organizations.
Deborah Reardon, Regional Planning Manager with the Regional
Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC), stated RTC’s regional
housing plan update is forthcoming and invited committee members to volunteer
with the organization.
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4 STAFF UPDATES AND NEXT STEPS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Shelly Labay, Senior Planner, stated the final meeting of the Housing Advisory
Committee will be held on November 21, 2024, where staff will present the
committee with draft recommendations to bring before the City Council. Ms.
Labay stated Chair Bill Bokelmann will present the final recommendations to the
City Council during the December 3, 2024, City Council meeting.
VI. CHAIRMAN\MEMBER COMMENTS
Member Jess Molasky requested the draft recommendations be circulated as
soon as possible to allow committee members time to review.
VII. SET NEXT MEETING
The next meeting was set for Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
Martin Egbert, no zip code provided, with Nevada West Development, voiced
concerns regarding Henderson’s affordable housing needs and the high
expenses involved with building affordable housing units. Mr. Egbert suggested
converting existing units to affordable housing rather than building new
affordable housing properties.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to be discussed, Vice Chair Audra Hamernik
adjourned the meeting at 4:43 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
/s/ Staci Sheaks
Staci Sheaks
Deputy City Clerk
Agenda
CITY OF HENDERSON
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AGENDA
Thursday, August 29, 2024 Council Chambers Conference Room
3:00 PM 240 S Water Street
Meeting Inquiries: (702) 267-2016 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 Stephanie Murray at
(702) 267-2016 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 Stephanie Murray at (702) 267-2016.
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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
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APRIL 25, 2024
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve
Housing Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April 25, 2024.
2 SOUTHERN NEVADA REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY PRESENTATION
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
For Information and Discussion Only.
RECOMMENDATION: N/A
Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) Board Member and
Henderson Councilwoman Carrie Cox will introduce Lewis Jordan, Executive
Director of the SNRHA to provide a presentation on the SNRHA’s mission,
programs, and services.
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3 DISCUSSION ON LEGISLATIVE TOPICS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
For Information and Discussion Only.
RECOMMENDATION: N/A
Tyler Bump, Project Director of EcoNorthwest, and representatives from the City
of Henderson will present upcoming and historical information on Nevada
legislation pertaining to affordable housing as well as a review of legislative
actions taken in comparable states, and lead the Committee Members in
discussion of these topics.
4 STAFF UPDATES AND NEXT STEPS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT
For Information and Discussion Only.
RECOMMENDATION: N/A
Staff will give updates on items relevant to the Committee’s Workplan, as well
as summarize content for future meetings.
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.
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5 PUBLIC COMMENT
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 Water Street
www.cityofhenderson.com
https://notice.nv.gov
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