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Weekly Newsletter

Great news, Nevadans: Employment in our state has reached a new all-time high and we’ve recovered all of the jobs lost during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nevada is ahead of the United States total in recovering jobs—we are at 3,000 more jobs than the previous peak from February 2020. The Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s June 2022 economic report showed that not only do we have more jobs than ever – but we our economy is stronger as a whole. Nevada has made tremendous progress to diversify our economy outside of our hospitality industry – we’ve created good-paying jobs in other industries.

This week, I stopped by the One-Stop Career Center at the East Las Vegas Library to highlight the work being done to continue helping jobseekers and employers. The One-Stop Career Centers can be found throughout the state to help Nevadans explore careers, find training and search for jobs. We’re going to continue to work to bring in new, good-paying jobs and careers for Nevadans and ensure they have access to the training and resources they need to succeed in their jobs. Learn more about the economic report here.

From the community level to the state level, we’re working to support those seeking employment and businesses in our great State. This week, the State of Nevada completed awarding $30 million in the Community Recovery Grant program that was aimed at helping non-profits recover from hardships experienced due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Interim Finance Committee awarded dozens more non-profits funding. All of these non-profits provide direct and immediate services to help Nevadans – with critical help from food assistance to shelter and medical care. Click here to learn about the program and the non-profits that will be getting assistance to expand their services.

Thank you,

Governor Sisolak

Answering Nevada's Questions

Utility bills can rack up during the summer months in Nevada, and my office has been receiving questions about how to save. I’m committed to helping Nevadans save on utility bills -- that’s why I’ve worked with the Nevada Housing Division to compile tips for Nevadans dealing with extreme heat.

Q: What is weatherization?

A: Weatherization is the process of protecting a building against the negative effects of the weather and conserving energy.

Q: How do I weatherize my home?

A: There are a few easy steps you can take to weatherize your home:

• Change the furnace filter every three months
  
• Seal air cracks or gaps by adding door sweeps to exterior doors, using caulk to seal gaps and cracks, and adding foam sealing gasket to electrical outlets
  
• Insulate water heater and flush to remove sediment and improve flow (tutorial here)
• Use LED light bulbs as they use up to 90% less energy and last up to 25x longer
• Change ceiling fan rotation with the season. For cooling, run fan counterclockwise. For warming, run clockwise.

Nevada’s Weatherization Assistance Program helps lower costs for qualifying households with conservation measures (including installing energy efficient light bulbs and adding insulation) at no cost to the household. Click here to apply. 

This Week’s Nevada Small Business Spotlight: Sugar Love

The Philosophy 

Classic confections with a modern twist. At Sugar Love, we believe that candy should be treated like every other food we consume it should be high quality and made with the best ingredients. Our belief in a balanced life means making time to indulge yourself and others in order to slow down from our often-hectic schedules. So, take a moment to savor the flavor with a glass of wine, whiskey or great conversation. Life truly is sweet! 

For More information on what candies are available and how to order online, go to Sugarlovecandies.com. The tip we received from maker Krysta Bea Jackson is that the most popular selling item right now that is coming out of her kitchen in Sparks is Bourbon Pecan Brittle. 

The Maker 

Hi there - my name is Krysta Bea Jackson and I'm the founder of Sugar Love. I have lived in the world of good food from my earliest memories in my mom's restaurant. I quickly learned that good food has got to be the best way to bring joy and show love. Yes, my family is from the south, how did you know?  

And if you hear me talk, you'll know I was raised on the west coast - man, what I'd give for a southern accent! I started Sugar Love in February 2015 after a winding path brought me back to my passion: real ingredients that taste really good, especially when it comes to candies.

And through it all, I remind myself of why I am doing what I am doing: to slow down and enjoy what's truly good in life. For me that is friends and family, pets, good food and creative curiosity.

Resources for Nevadans 

Limited Monkeypox Vaccinations Available in Southern Nevada for Those at High Risk of Exposure le 

• Those who had close physical contact within the past 14 days with someone known or suspected of having monkeypox. This includes those who know or suspect their sexual partner of having monkeypox
• Those who have been informed by the Health District they are a close contact of someone with monkeypox
• Gay, bisexual, or other men who have sex with men, and/or transgender, gender non-conforming, or gender non-binary who had multiple or anonymous sex partners in the last 14 days, especially at a venue, event, or within a social group where a person with a known or suspected case of monkeypox was present
• Those meeting any of the above criteria who may be at increased risk for severe disease if infected with monkeypox should especially be vaccinated. This includes people with HIV or another condition that weakens their immune system or those with a history of atopic dermatitis or eczema.

New Way for Medicaid Members to Update Their Address

There is a new easy way for Nevada Medicaid members to update their address, which is critical as Nevada prepares for the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. The site is https://dhcfp.nv.gov/UpdateMyAddress.  

Nevada Medicaid staff used an innovative method through Microsoft Forms to quickly create the form and then embedded the form in a Nevada Medicaid website. Updated flyers, social media messages and even email signatures are available here. 

Have You Recently Had a Changing Life Event? 

• Becoming newly eligible for coverage because you became a U.S. citizen
• Release from incarceration
• Gaining membership in a federally recognized tribe or status as an Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) Corporation shareholder
• Starting or ending service as an AmeriCorps State member
• If you’re a survivor of domestic abuse/violence or spousal abandonment and want to enroll in your own health plan separate from your abuser or abandoner.

Affordable Connectivity Program Offers Lower Internet Costs 

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service.  This new benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward broadband service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers. 

Eligible households can enroll through a participating broadband provider or directly with the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) using an online or mail in application. 

You can learn more about the benefit, including eligibility and enrollment information, by visiting www.fcc.gov/ACP, or by calling 877-384-2575.   

Clark County Asking for Creative Submissions for the Permanent 1 October Memorial

With your help, the permanent #1OctoberMemorial will reflect our community, our strength and resilience after 1 October – and honor the lives lost and the lives forever impacted. There are several ways you can give your input, with drawings, songs, short videos and more.

Clark County launched the 1 October Memorial Gallery to showcase the creative expressions that have been submitted so far that design team finalists will review. You can view the gallery on the app.

The call for creative submissions goes through September 30.

Learn more HERE.

Nevadans Reminded of COVID-19 Resources

The Nevada Health Response wants to remind Nevadans to take steps to help reduce the risk of COVID-19 and prevent spread at gatherings this summer. COVID-19 vaccines and booster doses are available in locations statewide and can protect against serious infection. Pre-exposure medication or oral antivirals and monoclonal antibody treatments are available to those that are eligible soon after infection occurs.

• Get vaccinated against COVID-19. Learn about the vaccines available, and where and how to get your vaccination appointment at NVCOVIDFighter.com or call the vaccine hotline at 800-401-0946.

• Get tested if you are exposed or have symptoms. If you have symptoms or know that you have been exposed to COVID-19, get tested to prevent disease spread. Learn more about testing clinics, or free at-home tests available for pickup at https://nvhealthresponse.nv.gov/find-covid-19-testing-in-nevada/

• Learn about therapeutics. COVID-19 treatment appointments can be made through Nevada’s hotline at 800-401-0946. The hotline can help determine if you are eligible for oral antivirals or monoclonal antibody treatments after infection or for pre-exposure medication to increase immune response if you were to be infected in the future. The pre-screening can also be done online at NevadaCOVIDTreatment.com

Getting to Know Your State Government

Nevada Department of Wildlife 

Established in 1915, the mission of the Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) is to preserve, protect and promote Nevada agriculture. Headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, the NDA also has offices in Las Vegas and Elko.

NDA programs and services support the food and agriculture sector and serve all Nevadans through economic development, environmental sustainability, food safety, food security, marketplace transparency and equity, and protection of human and animal health.

Highlights of current projects and work achieved by and involving the NDA:

• Administered $89 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to invest in infrastructure and expansion of food assistance services to ensure all Nevadans have enough food, including

• Free school meals made available in Nevada public schools for the 2022-2023 school year
  • Distribution of $9 million to Nevada food and hunger organizations to improve food security
  • Development of Home Feeds Nevada, a program to purchase nutritious foods that are grown, produced or processed in Nevada and distribute them to food insecure populations through designated food banks
  • Initiation of a State Meat and Poultry Inspection program to expand support of local meat processing and increase Nevadans’ access to meat raised and processed within the state

• Released the 2022 Nevada Craft Beverage Passport in cooperation with Made in Nevada to support 35 local craft beverage makers and the agriculture industry
• Hosted the first Nevada Women’s Farm2Food Business Accelerator to help women farmers diversify their business by launching a food or beverage product
• Launched the Finding Nevada Foods webpage as a resource for consumers to connect with farmers and ranchers, learn what foods are in season, where to buy them and how to prepare them with proper food safety practices
• Protected human and animal health by performing 28,819 tests and services through the Animal Disease Laboratory in State fiscal year 2022 and collaborating with local, state and federal partners on animal disease surveillance, outbreaks and investigations and regulation compliance
• Confirmed the quality and safety of milk entering the market through 151 dairy farm inspections, 69 food manufacturing facility inspections and the testing of equipment and milk samples in State fiscal year 2022 and completed 339 surveys of dairy products in retail locations for label authentication and accuracy of marketplace pricing
• Inspected 36,087 commercial weighing and measuring devices in State fiscal year 2022 for the protection of consumers and businesses to ensure the quantity sold is the quantity received
• Treated 56,000 acres of public lands to suppress Mormon crickets and grasshoppers, protecting approximately 150,000 acres of rangeland forage, cropland, and both private and public property by reducing the populations of these economically devastating species
• Expanded produce inspection services to offer shipping point inspections on potatoes and garlic to allow for export of commodities and to mitigate the transport of harmful pests, as well as terminal marketplace inspection for tomatoes, avocados and citrus to assess and ensure the quality and condition of produce received

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