In a recent government meeting, officials from North Las Vegas highlighted a series of successful community events aimed at supporting local families and enhancing community engagement. Mayor Goins Brown opened the discussion by praising the recent annual back-to-school backpack giveaway held at the Neighborhood Recreation Center, where nearly 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed. The event, which saw significant participation from volunteers and sponsors like Amazon and Expertise Comptology, was described as one of the best to date, making a positive impact on the lives of many families.
Councilman Churchill echoed the mayor's sentiments, sharing his experience at a similar event at the YMCA's SkyView, where he partnered with local officials and enjoyed the community spirit, complete with donations from Pink Box Donuts. He also celebrated the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Nevada Hand senior living facility, Rome Pines, which offers affordable housing and essential services for seniors.
Mayor Pro Tem and other council members reported on various community activities, including a 3K morning walk at Craig Ranch Regional Park and the \"I Am Possible\" graduation program at the community correction center, which empowers participants to make positive life changes. Upcoming events, such as a back-to-school celebration at the Silver Mesa Recreation Center, were also announced, promising fun activities and community engagement.
The meeting concluded with a collective acknowledgment of the hard work put in by city staff and volunteers to ensure the success of these events, emphasizing the importance of community involvement as the new school year approaches.