During the recent city council meeting in Mesquite, several key updates and community initiatives were discussed, highlighting the city's ongoing commitment to public service and community engagement.

Mike Benham provided an update on the upcoming 911 service event, emphasizing the importance of honoring first responders. The event will feature an honor guard and is set to take place outdoors, with attendees encouraged to bring their own chairs due to a lack of city-provided seating.

Debbie Benham, president of the Parade of Lights Corporation, announced that this year’s Parade of Lights will occur on December 6, marking its 10th anniversary. The event aims to collect 20,000 pounds of food and non-perishable items for the Salvation Army, with over 4,000 pounds already collected. The parade will feature Mayor Al Linmande as the grand marshal, and refreshments will be provided by the Eureka Casino.

Kevin Brown from the Virgin Valley Water District announced his retirement effective September 6, stating that the district is in a strong position. He expressed gratitude for the support he received from the city council and staff throughout his tenure.

Wendy Killinger, representing the Mesquite Community Theater, thanked the council for their support and announced an exciting upcoming season, including productions of Edgar Allan Poe's \"Midnight Dreary\" and \"Steel Magnolias.\" The theater's summer youth program has seen significant growth, celebrating its fifth anniversary next summer.

The council also approved an interlocal lease agreement with Clark County for the Justice Center, ensuring continuity of services with a five-year lease and a 3% annual increase.

In other updates, city staff reported progress on traffic signal operations at Walmart and Pioneer, with full functionality expected soon.

The meeting concluded with a reminder of the city's dedication to community events and services, reinforcing the collaborative spirit of Mesquite's governance.