Weekly Newsletter

This week, President Joe Biden signed the historic Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act into law. This legislation will make life better for Nevadans, create a generation of good-paying union jobs and economic growth, and position our State and nation toward a path of success. 
 
For decades, infrastructure in Nevada has suffered from a lack of investment. As Governor, I helped secure a $75 million investment to kickstart our State Infrastructure Bank --the first time the bank was funded since its inception in 2017-- and the additional federal dollars will complement the work we are already doing. 
 
As we rebuild, our focus remains on strengthening our clean power production, enabling access to high-speed internet across our State, and helping improve sustainable transportation options for the over 3 million Nevadans who call this State their home. 
 
I want to thank the Biden-Harris Administration for their vision in pushing this bill forward and for members of the Nevada federal delegation who supported this measure. We are ready to get to work. 
Thank you,      
  
Gov Sisolak  

To read my full press release click HERE.  

Governor Sisolak to Host JobFest 2021 on Tuesday, December 7th from 9 am – 2 pm at the Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall   

SAVE THE DATE: On December 7, The State of Nevada will be hosting a “JobFest” at the Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall. We are focused on creating high-paying job opportunities and connecting Nevadans to the skills and resources they need for these jobs.  

Jobseeker preregistration is encouraged and available by clicking HERE but not mandatory. Employers and businesses who would like to participate can email Nevada JobConnect Business Services Office at BusinessServices2@detr.nv.gov  by calling 702-486-0129  

Governor Sisolak Celebrates Apprenticeship Week in Nevada 

Last week, I had the opportunity to tour Heat and Frost Insulators Local #135’s training facility in Southern Nevada. Apprenticeships help create well-paying careers in skilled trades and I was honored to see the work being done every day in this facility.

I was grateful to be joined by so many folks who are engaged in this work and to present the Apprenticeship Week proclamation. Together, we are building back stronger than before!

Nevada Represented at International Climate Conference 

During the first two weeks of November, leaders from around the globe gathered in Glasgow, Scotland, for the 26th Conference of Parties (known as COP26), an annual UN climate summit. Given the current and emerging impacts of the climate crisis, the conversations and negotiations at COP26 were uniquely urgent. Thanks in large part to the U.S. Climate Alliance and The Climate Registry, this year’s COP included representation from state, local and other subnational governments from across the globe, an indication of the reality that combating climate change requires action at all levels of government.

I’m proud that Nevada sent some of our most climate-dedicated representatives to join the largest-ever delegation of U.S. subnational leaders, including Senator Jacky Rosen and two members of my cabinet: Director Bradley Crowell of the Department of Natural Resources and Director David Bobzien of the Governor’s Office of Energy. During the first week of COP26, Director Bobzien moderated a panel that was specifically set up discuss multi-level climate action in the U.S. In addition, both directors participated in events hosted by the Under2 Coalition, including exploring ways investors, industry and governments can shape opportunities and accelerate capital deployment for sustainability.

As the world moves forward from COP26, Nevada is already doing its part to help meet the greenhouse gas reductions necessary to avoid the worst impacts of the climate crisis.  Nevada is well on its way to phasing out coal and will continue doing its part to demonstrate that addressing climate change is not only essential for protecting our natural environment, but also the pathway for building and sustaining a strong, resilient economy. To learn more about what Nevada is doing to address climate change here at home, visit climateaction.nv.gov.

This Week’s Nevada Small Business Spotlight: “Cakes by Grace”    

As the holidays approach, Cakes by Grace in Stateline, Nevada (South Lake Tahoe) offers a tantalizing selection of Pies, Tiramisu, Holiday Cakes, New York Cheesecake, and an assortment of Trays.

They are located at 152-B US Highway 50 and can be reached at 775-586-0037. https://tahoecakesbygrace.com/ provides an order menu for their catering business. The website is worth a look. In addition to the menu, there are mix and match flavors and an amazing picture gallery.

Be advised that Cakes by Grace is very popular so planning well in advance is highly recommended. They have a team of expert bakers that are very capable of customizing your order in case the exhaustive menu doesn’t suffice.

Cakes by Grace has a long history of serving the Greater Lake Tahoe area with handcrafted artisan baked goods of all shapes and sizes. Cakes by Grace has specialized in expertly crafted cakes and delicious desserts of all varieties, bringing joy to countless events throughout the region.

The following endorsement says it all:

“The cake was gorgeous and absolutely delicious? Our daughter loved everything about it and if we are ever in Tahoe again to celebrate a birthday, we will definitely use Cakes by Grace again.”

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

More than 2,157,403 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 last 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. 

Open Enrollment is Here!

Now is the time to enroll in health coverage at Nevada Health Link. Open enrollment is now through Jan. 15, 2022. During this time Nevadans are free to shop health coverage, compare plans and enroll in comprehensive health coverage all through the convenience of a single enrollment platform at Nevada Health Link: https://www.nevadahealthlink.com/

Help us get the word out and help uninsured Nevadans get enrolled at Nevada Health Link by checking out their open enrollment partner toolkit and share the news on your channels! Have you or a loved one had an experience with Nevada Health Link that you think would inspire others to get covered? If so, we’d love to hear about it. Please contact hixpr@theabbiagency.com to share your success story.

JobConnect Recruits Jobseekers for Careers in the Solar Power 

State legislators, representatives from NV Energy, Solar Energy Industry Association, DETR, Bombard Electric and IBEW toured the Mojave High School Solar project in Las Vegas recently.

  
Lauded as the first project under the Expanded Solar Access Program, created by the legislature in 2019, the Mojave High School site will generate clean renewable energy for the community while providing long-term, high-paying solar power career opportunities for local residents through the Solar Workforce Innovations and Opportunities Program.     
For more information about receiving CEP services, visit a Nevada JobConnect Location. 

Hassle-free Registration with New Vehicle Purchase         

Buying a car from a Nevada dealer? Registering that shiny new ride is now a whole lot easier with the online dealer registration portal from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles. This handy tool enhances the car-buying experience by making vehicle registration fast, easy and hassle-free! Transfer existing plates or order new ones, including a choice of more than 30 specialty license plates available, on the spot at the dealership! Registration certificates, decals and new plates can be mailed to eligible customers, potentially saving a trip to the DMV. Some limitations may apply, so visit dmvnv.com/regonline for program details. 

GOED announces winners of 2nd Annual Rural Nevada Startup Pitch Day

Stargazer Inn and Bristlecone Outfitters of Baker won the second Rural Nevada Startup Pitch Competition held Friday at Great Basin College in Elko, Western Nevada College in Carson City, and virtually. Cash prize money was provided by Nevada Gold Mines, NV Energy, NNRDA, NNDA, Battle Born Fund, and SBDC with additional awards coming from StartUpNV, Regarding Sales, and the Audacity Institute. Each company had fine minutes to make their pitch and then answered questions from judges for five minutes. To read the full press release, click HERE. 
     

Nevadans Encouraged to Share Input, Shape the Future of Water Management Across the State 

This week, the Nevada Division of Water Resources released a survey to gather input from the public on all aspects of water management in Nevada to help guide the development of an updated State Water Plan. The survey is available online now through December 15, 2021. 
 
The State Water Plan will serve as a high-level policy and planning guide focused on addressing Nevada’s many complex water challenges, including the increasing demand for limited water resources, floods, prolonged drought, dam safety, and sustainment of our wetlands and freshwater ecosystems – all within the over-arching context of Nevada’s rapidly growing population and the accelerating impacts of climate change occurring in all corners of the state.     

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