Weekly Newsletter

This week, we have seen an unfortunate increasing trend in COVID-19 cases in Clark County and the emergence and increase in the Delta variant.   

The State of Nevada requested additional assistance from FEMA to help address the increase in COVID cases and reduction in vaccination rates in Southern Nevada. We are working around the clock to leverage resources at the federal, state, and local levels. 
 
The State is coordinating robust vaccination efforts, including standing up more vaccine and testing sites, organizing GOTV activities, and more. This additional support from our federal partners is necessary to assist in our outreach and efforts and I’m grateful for their support. 
 
We know that in the last year and a half, the effects of this deadly virus have not changed, but our tools to fight the virus have – we now have vaccines, which are highly effective at reducing the severity of cases, hospitalization, and deaths. By working together to increase access and confidence in the vaccines, we can help bring these case numbers down and ensure our communities are healthy and safe.  
 
In order for our State to overcome this pandemic, we must each continue to do our part. This is why I continue to implore all Nevadans who are eligible for the vaccine to take advantage of the opportunity and to make an appointment by visiting NVCOVIDFighter.org or calling 1.800.401.0946.   
 
Together, we can overcome this Nevada.   
  
Thank you,    
Gov Sisolak  
      

Governor Sisolak, Reno Mayor Schieve and Washoe Commission Chair Lucey Team Up to Become the First in the Country to Track Real-Time Carbon Emissions in Effort to Fight Climate Change 

This week, I was proud to be joined by Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve and Washoe County Commission Chair Bob Lucey as we announced that the State of NV will become the first state in the country to track our carbon emissions in real-time in an effort to ultimately reduce our carbon footprint. Collectively, if we can accurately measure our impact in real-time, we can more efficiently work to reduce our carbon output.  This is how we fight climate change and protect our State. 

Governor Sisolak Participates in MGM Resorts International Solar Array Launch 

Thank you to MGM Resorts International for inviting me to speak during a press conference for their solar array project. This solar array is among the most significant steps the industry has taken to tackle climate change and promote renewable energy. The changing climate is already affecting Nevadans. We need to act now, we need to act quickly, and we need to act together so we can leave our children with a brighter future. Thank you, MGM Resorts International, for the work in furthering NV as a leader in clean energy! 

Governor Sisolak Visits PETS Grant Recipients on Eastside Las Vegas 
 

Last week, I had the honor of visiting some small businesses that received PETS grant funding alongside Assemblywoman Selena Torres. We had the opportunity to East Side Cutters Barber Shop, Mar Y Tierra Mexican Restaurant, and Leaders in Training, a nonprofit focused on training the next generation of leaders. Our small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and I’m glad to support them. 

Governor Sisolak Attends the Grand Opening of the Las Vegas TransPride Center   

I want to thank Rev. Jamie Lee Sprague-Ballou and the Las Vegas TransPride Center for inviting me to participate in their grand opening! I am deeply grateful for this center and its mission of working alongside the larger LGBTQ+ community. The Las Vegas TransPride Center will unquestionably bring us all closer together and help create safe spaces for those that need it the most. 

This Week’s Nevada Small Business Spotlight:  “The Hydrant Club” 

The Hydrant Club is a unique hybrid of a high-end dog training facility and a membership-based social club. A pioneering business anchoring the redevelopment of the Fremont East District of Downtown Las Vegas, The Hydrant Club boasts the largest and only, private park space for members to enjoy along with private instruction, group day school, and overnight boarding for dogs. A "breed apart" from traditional dog care solutions, The Hydrant Club prides itself on addressing support for both ends of the leash. 

“Explaining what it was like being a solo small business owner during an unprecedented global economic disaster in a state hit harder by the shutdown than almost any other in our nation can't fit into a simple sentence,” said Cathy Brooks, founder, and owner of The Hydrant Club. “Saying it was hard is a colossal understatement, it also was perhaps one of the greatest times to truly re-evaluate the way in which I was operating my business. As an essential services business, thankfully I remained in operation through the entirety of 2020. With massive hits to revenue, however, compounded by exponentially increased costs of operation, it is a great point of pride that not only was I able to remain in business, but that all bills were paid, no staff were laid off, and we are now positioned to vault forward as the economy of Las Vegas begins to roar back. One thing that contributed substantially to this status for my business is the array of grants, including the PETS grant, that allowed me to cover costs while finding additional ways to increase revenue streams. Grants and loans are never a good long-term strategy for business growth planning as they are one-time, short-term solutions. However, in the case of this last year, the grants provided by city, county, and state agencies were lifelines that enabled my business to survive and be one of those still standing to seize new opportunities in the great future that lies ahead.” 

For more details about The Hydrant Club’s services and memberships, please visit its website at www.HydrantClub.com. To see great pictures and videos of dogs enrolled in the program, please use the handle @Hydrantclub on Facebook or Instagram. 

COVID Trace App: Protecting Your community. And Your Privacy.   

More than 1,376,559 of your neighbors have downloaded the COVID Trace App. It's a free and easy-to-use mobile phone app that gives you the information you need to fight COVID-19 without compromising your privacy. Nevadans have answered the call since Nevada day, and have doubled the number of downloads. Join your friends, family, and neighbors on the app today! Together, we can help slow the spread of COVID-19 in Nevada!

Join the fight! To download the fight on your Apple device or Android, click here. 

Feedback Requested by 7/16 from High School Educators, Administrators, Parents, and Families: Survey Nevada’s College and Career Readiness Assessment 

The Nevada Department of Education needs your feedback! Please take 20 minutes to respond to our survey on Nevada’s College and Career Readiness (CCR) Assessment, the ACT Exam. The Department requests feedback from high school educators, high school administrators, school district and charter school administrators, and parents and families. Respond to the survey here. 

Nevada Health Link is Excited to Announce the Licensed Brokers/Agents, Navigators, and In-Person Assisters Have Been Selected as Part of its Plan Year 2022 Grant Program. 

The program is an awarded grant program designed to help close the uninsured gap in Nevada by helping those on the frontline to more effectively market to uninsured and underinsured populations. Visit their website to learn more about the Nevada Health link certified brokers and navigators providing free enrollment assistance to thousands of Nevadans. 

Watch Nevada Health Link Director, Heather Korbulic, on Face the State. Learn about the benefits of enrolling in a Nevada Health Link plan during the enrollment period happening now through August 15. Watch her KTVN 2 News here.  

DETR Debit Card Transition 

DETR is transitioning debit cards for UI and PUA claimants. Cards were mailed in the month of June, with some cards arriving in the mail through the first week of July. If you don’t receive your card by the first week in July (July 9), call Way2Go to check the status (844) 542-1115. PUA claimants with direct deposit will see no change. 

DETR encourages claimants to ensure their address is updated in your claimant portal. If you have a long address, be sure to put your apartment or unit number on the second address line. 
For help with this, you can contact the claims center: Northern Nevada (775) 684-0350, Southern Nevada (702) 486-0350, Rural Nevada and Out-of-State (888) 890-8211. 

For updated information about the debit card transition, visit their website here.   

Governor Sisolak Announces $3.9 Million for Rural Community Development 

Governor Steve Sisolak announced today that $3,938,477 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds have been awarded to 14 projects in Carson City and rural Nevada. Nevada counties and cities invested an additional $1,930,337 in matching funds for the projects. To read more, click here.  

Nevadans Encouraged to Enter the 2021 America’s State Parks Photo Contest 

The Nevada Division of State Parks is excited to announce that the 2021 America’s State Parks Photo Contest is officially underway! With a focus on highlighting real-life moments and celebrating the heart-and-soul of our nation’s State Parks, the annual America’s State Parks Photo Contest encourages nature lovers and amateur photographers to submit photos of their State Park adventures within the five categories of camping, wildlife, activities, friends and family, and scenic and seasons. Winners will receive a total of $5,000 in prizes from ReserveAmerica, with the grand prize consisting of an “Ultimate Camping Package.”

The deadline for this year’s America's State Parks Photo Contest is July 31, 2021. Apply Here! 

Are You Under 27 and Experienced Foster Care at Age 14 or Older?

Have you spent time in foster care? Do you know someone who has? Temporary financial assistance may be available to support housing costs, medical expenses, food, and more. Find out if you are eligible by contacting your local agency. Contact your local representative for more information:  

Clark County:  DFSIndependentliving@clarkcountynv.gov 
 
Washoe County: vwelsh@washoecounty.us  

All other Counties: belinda@carson-family.org 

Summer Internship Program Brings Students from the University of Oregon to Advance Historic Preservation Efforts in Virginia City 

The Nevada State Historic Preservation Office and Storey County are excited to announce that four student interns from the University of Oregon have been selected to conduct historic preservation work in the iconic Virginia City Historic District. The data gathered by the students will help inform future preservation projects and support Storey County's strategic planning efforts. Learn more here.  

Register Your New Car Online!

Don’t forget: you can register most cars, trucks and motorcycles purchased from a Nevada dealer online without a DMV office visit. The DMV is now offering a limited number of specialty plates during online registration with more to come in July and August. Spend more time behind the wheel and less in line. Visit their website here.

Weekly Claims Continue to Drop in June; Extension Program Claims Dip Slightly from Previous Week

According to state claims data, for the week ending June 19, 2021, the state has paid out $113,261,228 in weekly, combined claims (UI, PEUC, and SEB), down nearly 80% from the same time last year.  Weekly initial claims are down nearly 67% from June of last year and continued claims are down 80% from the same week in 2020 (not including PUA). Additionally, extension program claims, while up significantly from last year, have seen a slight dip from the previous week. For more information, click here. 

Boards & Commissions

I am proud to announce 31 appointments were made to State of Nevada boards, commissions, and agencies during the month of May. I have appointed hundreds of individuals since assuming office, and I encourage anyone who might be interested in serving Nevada and their community to review opportunities posted on the Governor’s WEBSITE, which is updated on an ongoing basis. 

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS?

The Governor makes appointments to three types of boards and commissions:

• Advisory - An advisory board, commission or council serves as a formal liaison between a state agency and the public, in addition to making recommendations on how to address specific issues.
• Regulatory Board - Regulatory boards are those that oversee the licensing, handle complaints, and enforce disciplinary actions of individuals or industries that fall within the jurisdiction of the board’s authority.
• Task Force - A task force is created for the purpose of accomplishing a definite objective and goal.

If you are interested in serving, apply now! 

• Board Vacancies *Vacancies are updated once a month
• Frequently Asked Questions 
• Boards and Commissions Application 

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