Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Created in partnership between the Historic Westside Community and the city of Las Vegas July 15, 2020
CONTENTS
Historic Westside F Street Underpass, PhotoCredit: Las Vegas Sun Five Points Jazz Festival, Photo Credit: Daniel Brenner, Denver Post Stock Photo Liberty Bank Building, Photo Credit: © Kevin Scott Historic Westside Workshop, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas
3. THIS IS THE 12. JACKSON AVE. 20. WASHINGTON AVE. 28. WASHINGTON AVE. 36. IMPLEMENTATION
HISTORIC WESTSIDE Reconnecting Community + D STREET + H STREET
40. Policies
Creating + Celebrating Opportunity Housing Stability
3. Acknowledgments 14. Co-Op Grocery + Affordable 41. A Commitment
Family Housing Project 22. Workforce Opportunity Center 30. Marble Manor Housing
4. Process
Redevelopment
15. Single Family Home 23. Culinary Innovation Programs +
5. This is the Historic Westside
Improvements + Infill Urban Agriculture 31. Moulin Rouge Site Development
6. Vision
16. Reimagined James Gay Park / 24. Market Hall + Small Business 32. Parks + Greening
7. Moving Forward Greenhouses + Community Farming Incubator
33. Washington Ave. Retail Anchors
8. Demographics + Data 17. Small Business Support 25. Historic Westside Health Care Center
34. Housing Infill + Neighborhood
10. Catalytic Investment Areas 18. Programming + Activation 26. Historic Westside / African Improvements
American Museum + Performing
19. Jackson Ave. Street Improvements 35. F & H Street Improvements
Arts Theatre
Cover Photo Credits (L to R):
27. Washington Ave. + D Street Moulin Rouge, Nevada State Museum
Historic Westside School, city of Las Vegas
Improvements Rendering, Gensler
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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PROCESS
This strategy builds off of an extensive amount of community engagement that
was conducted during the development of The HUNDRED Plan. That engagement
included:
Early
1994 2000’s 2008 2010 2011 2014 2016 2019 2020
The city of Las Vegas completes After decades of disinvestment and At the National AICP After several fires, and years The city and the community The city and the Transportation The renovation of the Historic The city of Las Vegas Phase One
the West Las Vegas Plan, the first challenges in the Historic Westside, Conference, a planning of neglect, the remains of the come together to begin healing Department come together with Westside School is completed, launches an effort to identify implementation of
focused plan which will lay the the city of Las Vegas comes workshop is held focusing on Historic Moulin Rouge site wounds, the first step being the community to reopen the F and the building reopens to the a clear set of steps to
groundwork for how the City and forward, alongside private the Historic Westside and to are demolished. This marks a a commitment to restore and Street Underpass – the outcome community housing nonprofits and begin implementing The The HUNDRED Plan
community will work together to sector stakeholders, to bring a review progress made from the pivotal moment for residents reopen the Historic Westside of a contentious freeway-widening KCEP Radio Station. HUNDRED Plan, while begins.
revitalize the Historic Westside. renewed focus on reinvestment. West Las Vegas Plan. Participants who viewed the landmark as a School. The school opened project that, for six years, blocked simultaneously identifying
Efforts to address crime and infuse meet with residents to focus symbol of what once was, and its doors to African American F Street with a concrete wall, The HUNDRED Plan is completed resources and partners to
capital do little to bolster the on how to create meaningful what could be. students in the 1930s. It closed severing the Historic Westside following months of community assist.
neighborhood, and the city takes a change. The effort leads to some in the 1960s. from Downtown Las Vegas and engagement and work to clearly
step back to re-evaluate. big moves, including restoration echoing a tumultuous history of articulate the community’s vision
of the Historic Westside segregation. The underpass bears for the Historic Westside.
School, opening of the F Street the Historic Westside name, as well
underpass and streetscape as 12 interpretive murals depicting
improvements on D Street. scenes of historic significance
to the Historic Westside, and
two decorative 50-foot towers
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historic Moulin Rouge.
THIS IS THE HISTORIC WESTSIDE
These images represent the Historic Westside that is and was, and identify
some key opportunities for reinvestment.
Tokyo Casino,
James Gay Park, Photo Credit: Sk8 Las Vegas Photo Credit: Bizuayehu Tesfaye, Las Vegas Review-Journal
Ethel Pearson Park, Photo Credit: Google Maps Historic Westside School, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas
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5 Former Moulin Rouge Site 6 Marble Manor Site
The Historic Westside Neighborhood Boundary
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THE VISION
Strengthen and celebrate
COMMUNITY CULTURE
utilizing EQUITABLE
development principles
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This action strategy provides concrete steps to implement The HUNDRED Plan
A diverse and thriving district rooted in African American culture - it takes the community’s call to action and defines the responsibilities of civic,
community and private sector leaders in turning ideas into reality.
in Las Vegas. A unique place where the world will come together The HUNDRED Plan – a visionary, community-led approach to revitalizing the
to live, work, visit and play through the development of housing, Historic Westside – was completed in 2016. Since then, community partners
and the city of Las Vegas have worked to align resources to bring the plan to
life. This strategy outlines the first phase of the investment required to support
local business, jobs, education, hospitality and cultural pride. implementation of The HUNDRED Plan.
While this is the first of many phases of implementation, in many ways it is the
most critical. The following pages set forth clear action steps covering critical
THE VISION FOR THE HISTORIC WESTSIDE investments in both physical and programmatic elements, as well as outlining
policy steps required to achieve success. It also sets out collective responsibilities
in taking the Historic Westside forward.
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MOVING FORWARD
THE OPPORTUNITY IS NOW
The Historic Westside has, for years, seen disinvestment and several
attempts at revitalization. Today, new opportunities have appeared and
aligned that signal a unique moment to thoughtfully bring equitable,
community-led investment to the neighborhood.
PERIPHERY PROJECTS
A number of important projects are currently funded and underway in
and around the Historic Westside neighborhood:
• Historic Westside Gateway Signs: New lighted neighborhood
signage, designed by local resident and artist Harold Bradford, will be
installed in 2020 at the Martin Luther King Boulevard/US95 off-ramps.
The Growhaus, Photo Credit: The Growhaus F Street Underpass Murals, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas
Additionally, the same signage design will be used on smaller, non-lit
signage in at least twelve locations throughout the neighborhood.
SYNERGY IN LEADERSHIP CIVIC-LED INVESTMENT
• Historic Westside Leaders Park: This new park is a partnership
The city of Las Vegas and Clark County have come together, committed The extraordinary amount of disinvestment that has been seen in the
between the city of Las Vegas and Clark County, and will be designed
to seeing the Historic Westside thriving once again. This has given the Historic Westside has disconnected the community and left a vast
to recognize community leaders that have played a significant role
needs of the neighborhood both renewed focus and resources. Working amount of open space in the physical fabric. Knowing where to start can
in the community. The park is approximately 1.1 acres and is located
together, they have elevated the story and challenges of the Historic be complex. Civic leadership recognizes that they must be a catalyst,
near the intersection of Martin Luther King Boulevard and Mt. Mariah
Westside, and have championed efforts to give the community a voice investing in physical projects and programs to support the community,
Drive. The park project will be completed by the end of 2021.
in the neighborhood’s future, while also ensuring that planning turns to while allowing the market to invest when it is ready.
• Downtown 95 Underground Project: The Nevada Department of
action.
PARTNERSHIPS Transportation (NDOT) has begun work on the Downtown Access
COMMUNITY-LED PLANNING A number of extraordinary partnerships are emerging between agency Project along I-515/US-95 from Mojave Road to Rancho Drive as the
The HUNDRED Plan represents the desires of community members from providers, emerging community and grass-roots organizations, and long-term solution to replace the aging bridge infrastructure, improve
the Historic Westside to see appropriate investment that represents local non-profits and businesses to see the initiatives prioritized in safety, improve travel time reliability, and provide additional access.
the history and culture of the community while also recognizing the The HUNDRED Plan through. It will take the continued collaboration The project is estimated to have a construction duration of 10-13 years
changing nature of the neighborhood and the city of Las Vegas. Because of community members, small organizations and large institutions to in total.
it is a plan created by the community, for the community, it is a well- ensure all the projects and policies in this strategy are realized. • Lake Mead Blvd. Project: Lake Mead Blvd. – between Losee Rd. and
balanced and incremental strategy that attempts not to replicate what Simmons St. – will see improvements and a new gateway design into
was, but to invest in what can be while paying homage to the past. the Historic Westside area. This area of improvement encompasses
one of two interchanges from I-15 providing access to the Historic
Westside neighborhood. This project will be completed in 2024.
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Historic Westside in Perspective: The Historic Westside is presented in the context of the greater Las Vegas community. The Historic Westside neighborhood encompasses approximately 497 acres.
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Ownership in the Historic Westside: The city of Las Vegas, the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority, and several churches own a Historic Westside Zoning: Current zoning in the Historic Westside welcomes primarily single family and lower density residential, with
significant amount of land in the Historic Westside. some commercial corridors. A rezoning effort underway will shift zoning here to form-based, and increase density where appropriate and
supported by the community.
• The population within the Historic Westside • Unemployment in the Historic Westside has largely heart of the Historic Westside, with most business
A QUICK SNAPSHOT OF boundaries has diversified over the years. Today, remained two to three times higher than the city of licenses owned by individuals operating out of their
just over half (51.1%) of the 3,671 population of the Las Vegas. The city’s unemployment in recent years homes. Basic services sit on the periphery of the
THE HISTORIC WESTSIDE neighborhood is Black/African American while 35% has hovered around 3-4%, but COVID-19 changed Historic Westside.
is now Hispanic, a majority of them primarily Spanish that, pushing unemployment to a record high of
speakers. • There are currently minimal active development
33.5%. While specific unemployment data for the
permits in the Historic Westside, but a number
Historic Westside is not yet available, it is assumed
• The median household income for the Historic of projects in progress immediately adjacent in
that job loss during the pandemic has hit the
Westside is just under $25,000/year - less than half Downtown Las Vegas.
of the median household income citywide of just neighborhood disproportionately hard.
over $57,000/year. • There are current efforts to amend Historic
• Churches and their members have a major impact Westside zoning to ensure it is aligned with the
• The majority of residents (72%) rent their homes in on the community. It is estimated they can welcome recommendations in The HUNDRED Plan, as
the Historic Westside, and only 32% of the housing upwards of 50,000 people to the Historic Westside supported by the community.
stock is traditional single family housing. for services on any given Sunday.
• The Historic Westside is located in an Opportunity
• There are almost no public-facing businesses in the
Zone.
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CATALYTIC INVESTMENT AREAS
JACKSON AVE.
Reconnecting Community
MIXED USE RESIDENTIAL Jackson Ave. – the original heart of the Historic Westside – is
SMALL SCALE
EXISTING AND NEW
DEVELOPMENT
positioned to see new investment. Development should remain
JACKSON AVE. lower-density, respecting the scale of the historical buildings
that still stand. Businesses should be for the community, by
the community – providing services and goods that support
Historic Westside residents, while also offering a draw for
visitors.
D STREET
H STREET
WASHINGTON AVE. + D STREET
Creating & Celebrating Opportunity
WASHINGTON
AVE. + A creative hub of learning and employment is envisioned,
D STREET inspired by the recently renovated Historic Westside School.
REHABILITATE
7 pt
WASHINGTON AVE. Additionally, a new museum and theatre will provide a venue
REDEVELOPED
to honor African American history and the Historic Westside’s
story. Together, these investments will create a vibrant new
WASHINGTON AVE. + MIXED USE
FORMER MOULIN
ROUGE SITE /
Housing Stability
PROPOSED FUTURE
COMMERCIAL GATEWAY
An aging, low-density affordable housing site will become a
CONNECTORS / FUTURE vibrant mixed-use and mixed-income community built around
POSSIBLE TRANSIT NETWORK parks and public spaces. Adjacent, investment in existing
CONNECTED GREENSPACE housing and infill of single family homes can reconnect
& PUBLIC ART residents and provide community spaces to enjoy. The historic
Moulin Rouge site provides an opportunity for new investment,
creating an anchor on H Street.
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PLACES JACKSON AVE. WASHINGTON AVE. + D STREET WASHINGTON AVE. + H STREET
Reconnecting Community Creating & Celebrating Opportunity Housing Stability
Provide neighborhood amenities and Introduce diverse education and Establish a mixed-income, mixed-use
PRINCIPLES
Co-Op Grocery + Affordable Workforce Opportunity Center Marble Manor Housing Redevelopment
Family Housing Project
Reimagined James Gay Park / Market Hall + Small Business Incubator Parks + Greening
Greenhouses + Community Farming
Historic Westside Health Care Center
Washington Ave. Retail Anchors
Small Business Support
Historic Westside / African American
Museum + Performing Arts Theatre Housing Infill + Neighborhood Improvements
Programming + Activation
Jackson Ave. Street Improvements Washington Ave. + D Street Improvements F + H Street Improvements
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12 | HUNDRED PLAN IN ACTION: Aligning the Implementation Strategy for the Historic Westside NOTE: This rendering is intended to provide a conceptual vision for the future of Jackson Ave., but is not intended as a site-specific development plan. Anything shown
in this image is for visualization only. Rendering by Gensler.
RECONNECTING COMMUNITY
1 Daily Groceries Co-Op, Photo Credit: Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau
3 Johannesburg Community Garden, Photo Credit: onwardthebook.com
5 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival, Photo Credit: Visit Tampa Bay
The numbers on the photos correspond to the map on the opposite page.
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JACKSON AVE. PROJECT:
CO-OP GROCERY + AFFORDABLE FAMILY
HOUSING PROJECT
The Historic Westside is a food desert facing the highest level of food insecurity
in the Las Vegas metro area. Traditional grocery store models have, in recent
years, failed to survive, leaving healthy food offerings in the area extremely
limited. This project aims to reverse that, utilizing a co-op model to provide both
fresh and convenience foods, while being supported in a development that will
also provide affordable family housing as well as space for food education and
family learning.
Photo Credit: Granger Wootz/Getty Images Mandela’s Grocery Cooperative, Photo Credit: Michael Short, San Francisco Chronicle
The Development
• Three-story mixed-use proposed new development by the city of Las Vegas,
located at 400 Jackson Ave., at the NW corner of Jackson Ave. and D Street
• The 1st floor is proposed to house the co-op grocery and educational spaces; Inspiration: Mandela Grocery Cooperative (Oakland, CA)
for the 2nd and 3rd floors, affordable family housing is proposed.
• The parcel size is .62 acres; the total development size is anticipated to be Established in 2009, Mandela Foods Cooperative is a worker-
approximately 40,000 sf, with approximately 12,000 sf for the first-floor co- owned, full-service, 2,300 square foot grocery store located in
op and educational spaces and approximately 25,000 sf of housing between West Oakland, California that helps fill the need for healthy food
options in a community that has been historically underserved in
the 2nd and 3rd floors
grocery retail. It offers an example of using a cooperative to fill
needs in a food desert. Mandela has a series of community service
The Co-Op Grocery goals: it works to expand and promote local buying power and
The proposed co-op/grocery would feature fresh produce and packaged goods, employment opportunity through its efforts to increase purchasing
and would be owned and operated by the people who shop there (members). from small farms within a 170 mile radius of Oakland; it also works
When the store makes a profit, that profit would be divided among the members to distribute produce and other fresh foods to local convenience
or reinvested in the co-op’s operations, which are overseen by members. stores wholesale, to increase access to healthy food beyond its own
ThreeSquare, local food banks and pantries, the Las Vegas Culinary Academy neighborhood. Additionally, Mandela’s provides entrepreneurial
and the University of Nevada, Reno Extension are proposed as possible training for low-income residents working within the store’s
partners, providing assistance in sourcing produce and packaged goods as cooperative.
well as supporting operations. Additionally, these partnerships will provide
The cooperative also has a profit sharing arrangement with
an opportunity to welcome to this space healthy food education, training and members of the neighboring People’s Federal Credit Union, a local
cooking classes for families, small food-based business development classes and credit union. While most cooperative grocery stores are consumer
other programs desired by the community. cooperatives – owned by the people who shop there – Mandela
Food is a worker cooperative, demonstrating the diversity of
The Affordable Family Housing co-op concepts.
The two floors above the co-op are proposed to be affordable family housing.
These family-sized, family-friendly housing units are proposed to contain two Stock Photo
or more bedrooms and include additional features critical for families, including
spaces where family members can gather for meals and activities and where
children can play as well as sufficient storage space among other amenities.
Creating developments friendly to families also means having access to both FACT: It is estimated that for every $1,000 spent at a food co-op, $1,606 goes into the local economy;
indoor and outdoor spaces where families can come together to recreate, play
and learn. This development – with the co-op below, and access to greenspace in
for every $1 million in sales, 9.3 jobs are created - Yes! Magazine (2013)
the nearby James Gay Park – will provide both.
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Multi-Family Housing at the Former Greater
JACKSON AVE. PROJECT: SINGLE FAMILY New Jerusalem Church Site
HOME IMPROVEMENTS + INFILL The city of Las Vegas has recently acquired the site
and will be utilizing United States Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding
to replace the former church building – which has
As you move east on Jackson Ave., between D Street and James Gay Park, the significant structural issues – with a new mixed-use,
character of the street turns to residential, creating a nice connection between mixed-income development featuring office/retail/
the commercial core of the street and the greenspace bookending it. To re- community space on the ground floor and three
introduce a neighborhood feel to Jackson Ave., and to welcome new residents, floors of housing above. The City will engage with
the city of Las Vegas will work with homeowners and community partners to the community later this year regarding the design
make investments in existing homes to improve and/or rehabilitate them, and and development of the project.
will work to build new, affordable single-family homes on vacant lots.
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Proposed new gateways to James Gay Park
JACKSON AVE. PROJECT:
REIMAGINED JAMES GAY PARK/
GREENHOUSES + COMMUNITY FARMING
The location of James Gay Park has created challenges in terms of use and
activation. In 2013, the 5-acre park was closed after issues with criminal activity
and significant increases in homeless encampments; it was gated and locked
and has remained closed since, cutting Westsiders off from one of only two park
spaces in their neighborhood. The park carries significant cultural references
for the local community, having been named after James Arthur Gay, one of the
best known and most admired local black leaders of his generation who played Fairmount Park Horticulture Center, Photo Credit: Fairmount Park Conservancy Photo Credit: Google Maps
a fundamental role in desegregating the Las Vegas Strip. He died in 1999. The
reopening and activation of the park is a critical element to supporting the
community and culture of the Historic Westside, but it must be activated in a Community gathering
way that creates a safe space, welcoming visitors back. The opportunity here
is not just to reopen the park, but to create new opportunities to support the
Historic Westside in a variety of ways. This strategy for a reimagined James
Gay Park envisions a focus on health, recreation, and community-building and
an opportunity to establish the Historic Westside as a resilient and sustainable
community.
removed from the park, and a new gateway entrance will connect to Jackson Ave.
to the west. To the south, a vacant parcel will become a new entry to the park,
connecting it to the Washington Ave./D Street campus. The addition of new Urban agriculture and learning Activated open space
lighting will enhance accessibility and safety.
Programming and Activation
In order to bring continuous activity to the park, the primary programming
focus will be centered around the greenhouses and community farming. The
greenhouse operations and education programming are proposed occur in
tandem with a number of partners - including the Las Vegas Culinary Academy
and University of Nevada Reno, Extension - and this facility may connect to
another proposed urban agriculture facility on the Washington Ave./D Street
campus. In addition to providing economic opportunities within an urban
farm context, an “earn while you learn” model is envisioned for local residents,
creating a program to provide supplemental wages for participants and their
families while they acquire core skills, agricultural expertise and guidance in
Photo Credit: Civil Eats Fresno’s Freedom School, Photo Credit: ©Joan Cusick Photography iFarm, Photo Credit: Food Processing Technology
launching and operating their own business.
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JACKSON AVE. PROJECT: Historic Westside Neighborhood
Revitalization Strategy Area
SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT (NRSA)
The historic Jackson Ave. once played host to community events, celebrations,
parades and performances that brought the community together and welcomed
visitors. Programming and pop-up activations in the short term will be key to
re-introducing locals and visitors to the Historic Westside, and long-term will be
critical to building community. This programming should focus on a number of
areas:
• Annual festivals that celebrate the history and story of the Historic Westside
through music, performances, tours, recognition of key individuals and other
programming
• Informational and educational events that support the needs of Westside
Colorado Black Arts Festival, Photo Credit: Kathryn Scott Osler, The Denver Post
residents
• Regular, ongoing pop-up entertainment that is live-music and food focused,
to create interest and activity on weekends, weeknights and holidays
The programming to be developed should be done with the unique history of the
Cultural and historical celebrations
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Historic Westside in mind, paying homage to the past while also celebrating a
vibrant future for the neighborhood.
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JACKSON AVE. PROJECT:
JACKSON AVE. STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Big Tex Urban Farms, Dallas, Photo Credit: Nathan Hunsinger, The
Dallas Morning News
Black Heritage Celebration of the Arts, Oklahoma City, Photo Credit: Oklahoma City Moms Blog
Sip and Savor Coffeehouse, Chicago, Photo Credit: Amber Marie Green, Chicago Sun Times Jackson Avenue Improvement Photosimulations Artwork by Detour, Photo Credit: Thomas Evans
Option 3: Sharrows
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2 Culinary Innovation Programs + Urban Agriculture 5 Historic Westside / African American Museum + Performing Arts Theatre a site-specific development plan. Anything shown in this image is for
visualization only.
Rendering by Gensler.
3 Market Hall + Small Business Incubator 6 Washington Ave. + D Street Improvements
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CREATING + CELEBRATING OPPORTUNITY
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The numbers on the photos correspond to the map on the opposite page.
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WASHINGTON AVE. / D STREET PROJECT:
WORKFORCE OPPORTUNITY CENTER
Adjacent to the Historic Westside School will be a new multi-disciplinary 10,000
square foot $6.8M Workforce Opportunity Center developed in partnership with
the College of Southern Nevada which will provide education and job training in
various trades and technology. This new campus will also provide an employment
center, a business center to support entrepreneurs, and wrap-around services
to ensure diverse access to job opportunity. The proposed elements of the
Workforce Opportunity Center include:
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• Education and Job Training Center: Providing an evolving set of job training
services and support to individuals in the local community and beyond.
Training services to be offered will be fluid to keep up with industry and A student in an electrician class works on an electrical box, Photo Credit: Bob Chamberlin, Getty
market demand. Services could include but are not limited to:
- Skilled trades/construction, IT, healthcare and advanced manufacturing
- Apprenticeship programs
- Short-term certificates resulting in employment
The Culinary Academy of Las Vegas is currently only able to serve approximately 1/3 of its demand, and
has recently approved up to $10 million to expand their facilities. The Academy is land-locked, meaning
creation of programming in the Historic Westside provides an opportunity to be creative about the
facilities it needs, while providing space to welcome more students and diversify their offerings. There
are four potential areas for the Academy to support programming in the Historic Westside:
• Creation of a digital literacy program: Recognizing that major restaurant facilities are cutting
jobs to move to higher tech management tools, the school plans to launch a program that explores
the current and future impacts of technology on the culinary and hospitality world, focusing on
how it can prepare its students for these changes. Currently, this program - which will feature a
Stock Photo Izzio’s@Central Market, Photo Credit: Izzio’s
full-service hyper-wired cafe - is planned to open in the Historic Westside School, though there
may be opportunities to scale the program over time into a larger space in another facility in the
Washington Ave./D Street area. This programming intersects well with the tech training being
proposed for the Workforce Opportunity Center.
• Employee training for new restaurants: In support of the existing and new business
development proposed for the Historic Westside, the Culinary Academy may partner with
business/restaurant owners to do employee hiring or training to maximize profitability so that
when employees start, they are ready on day one.
• Urban agriculture: The Culinary Academy doesn’t currently have a greenhouse or urban
agriculture offering, but they have been exploring it for some time and are excited about an
opportunity to provide an urban agriculture experience both on the campus and adjacent in
James Gay Park. This Academy envisions an opportunity to provide shared management of and
leadership for the space in coordination with other partners, with a portion of the food produced Altius Farms, Photo Credit: Altius Farms Stock Photo
staying in the community and a portion going back to support learning opportunities at
the Academy.
These programs will intersect with and support the Workforce Opportunity Center and the market
hall/small business incubator and some or all of the services may be co-located with these other
developments.
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WASHINGTON AVE. / D STREET PROJECT:
MARKET HALL + SMALL BUSINESS
INCUBATOR
Project Details
The market hall concept envisions a community open space in the middle
featuring a food/beverage offer, as well as community event space. Around the
perimeter, bays for small business starts-ups are proposed.
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Management and Programming
The market hall/small business incubator is proposed to be managed by a partner
organization that – in addition to tenanting and managing the programming of
the space – would also provide support to entrepreneurs looking to start or grow
their independent business enterprise. Services within the small incubator may
include, but are not limited to:
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WASHINGTON AVE. / D STREET
PROJECT: HISTORIC WESTSIDE HEALTH
CARE CENTER
The Historic Westside Health Care Center will be a total wellness center
established in the core of the Historic Westside that not only complements the
existing traditional health providers but expands access for area residents.
The total wellness concept provided at the health care center will address
persistent health disparities, as well as providing employment and training
opportunities in healthcare and allied health services. Mental health care will
also be integrated, as well as preventative and holistic care. The Center will focus
on addressing long-standing issues of equity around access to healthcare and
wellness outcomes.
The Center will also engage with other sectors – such as faith and community
organizations, education, business, transportation and housing – to create
Photo Credit: The Daily Chela Photo Credit: Modern Healthcare
social and economic conditions that promote health starting in childhood.
A key goal of the Center will be to link more people to doctors, nurses and
specialists to encourage regular and follow-up medical visits, as well as
developing and providing trainings for healthcare professionals to understand
cultural differences in patient care. The Center’s education and services will
also be integrated with the Historic Westside Co-Op programs to address food
insecurity, recognizing it is one of the most significant contributing factors to
health and nutrition issues.
Photo Credit: 100plus.com Photo Credit: Merced Cares for Kids Photo Credit: University of Maryland Extension
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WASHINGTON AVE. / D STREET PROJECT:
HISTORIC WESTSIDE / AFRICAN
AMERICAN MUSEUM + PERFORMING
ARTS THEATRE
African Americans have been an important part of the history of Las Vegas since
the city’s founding in 1905. This museum will explore the experience of local Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, Photo credit: Art Grice
African American Historic Westside residents as well as the Black entertainers
who graced the Las Vegas stages. The museum and theatre will offer information
about the challenges and discrimination African Americans faced in the early
years of Las Vegas’ evolution as well as how the Westside developed and why
World War II played an important role in the community’s growth. This new
facility will become a local gathering place as well as a tourism draw.
National Museum of African American History and Culture,
Photo Credit: Preston Keres, AFP/Getty Images
Project Details
The facilities are proposed to be developed under the leadership of the city of
Las Vegas, with operations turned over to a management entity upon completion
of development. It is anticipated that the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District
will be a partner in the operations of theatre, similar to the combined community Kids play in the Historic Westside, circa 1960, Photo Credit: Photo
theatre model they currently have in place in some of their libraries. The Las Collection at UNLV Libraries Special Collection
Vegas Culinary Academy is interested in expanding their presence in the Historic
Westside to serve as concessionaire in the museum/theatre operations. The
complex would also feature an outdoor component for installations and learning. Historic Westside Informational
As part of the conceptual design and development of the museum and theatre, Design Center
local community members will be engaged and consulted as to the overall vision
and individual exhibits, and will have an ongoing role as advisors in the museum’s A new space to provide information about the Historic
operations. Westside is set to open in 2020 in one of the original school
classrooms in the Historic Westside School. This space will
include a digital story map that will guide residents and
Children pose with a school bus in the Historic Westside, circa 1960, Photo Credit: Vegas PBS
visitors through an experience of the Historic Westside,
utilizing historic maps and photos of areas such as Jackson
Ave., and landmarks such as the Moulin Rouge and the
Historic Westside School.
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Washington Ave. & D Street
WASHINGTON AVE. / D STREET PROJECT:
WASHINGTON AVE. + D STREET
IMPROVEMENTS
The intersection of Washington Ave. and D Street will come alive with the
proposed initial investments identified in this strategy. These improvements,
combined with the fact that both streets are gateways into the neighborhood,
will require thoughtful improvements to the roadway streetscape for vehicles,
pedestrians and cyclists. This includes safety considerations to accommodate all
ages and the needs of people with mobility challenges. There are three areas of
focus for these improvements:
D Street Improvements
Recent roadway and streetscape improvements were made to D Street in the
Historic Westside, that provide inspiration for future street improvements. The
D Street project consisted of full-depth roadway removal and replacement,
including the addition of 10-foot sidewalks, shade trees and Historical Acorn
Lighting. The total project cost was $2.4 million, and was supported by federal,
state and city funds. A rendering of the D Street improvements in the Historic Westside. Credit: City of Las Vegas
Historic Westside Parquee Rendering, Courtesy of City of Las Vegas
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WASHINGTON AVE. / H STREET PROJECT:
J Street
I Street
H Street
MARBLE MANOR HOUSING Washington Ave
REDEVELOPMENT
Project Details
Redevelopment of the Marble Manor site is expected to more than double the Future Marble Manor Site, Concept Sketch: This rendering demonstrates the opportunity to provide a higher use of the Marble Manor site as well as how a mix of housing types could be
integrated together with new parks, trails and some retail. This rendering demonstrates between 500-525 total housing units, more than double the current amount of housing on the site.
number of units on the site. When completed, Marble Manor will include housing
for a range of incomes, including:
% of housing
Area Median What would the annual cost be for housing at this Inspiration: Yesler Terrace (Seattle, WA)
units to be
Income (AMI) AMI? Who would qualify?
built
Yesler Terrace is a 30-acre site near Downtown
An individual earning less than $15,000/year Seattle that was developed by the Seattle Housing
Below 30% AMI 20% Authority (SHA) in the early 1940s as the city’s
A family of 4 earning less than $25,000/year
first publicly subsidized housing community. In
An individual earning between $15,000-$30,000/year 2006, when it had become evident that Yesler’s
30-60% AMI 20% infrastructure and 561 aging housing units needed
A family of 4 earning between $25,000-$40,000/year
to be replaced, SHA engaged with stakeholders to
An individual earning between $30,000-40,000/year reimagine a model community.
60-80% AMI 20%
A family of 4 earning between $40,000-$55,000/year
As a result, they increased the affordable housing
An individual earning between $40,000 -$60,000 units ten-fold, adding significantly more without
80-120% AMI 40% displacing residents, while creating opportunity
A family of 4 earning between $55,000-$85,000/year
for more affordable and market-rate housing. In
Note: All salary ranges are estimates. Final qualification numbers are determined on addition, new parks and open spaces, new services,
a yearly basis. and a new streetcar line serve the community. All
residents living at Yesler at the time redevelopment
Additionally, a variety of housing types will be developed, offering housing for all began were covered for related relocation and
moving costs, and had first priority for apartments
ages, and to meet a variety of needs.
in the new housing.
Stock Photo Yesler Terrace, Seattle, Photo Credit: Yesler Terrace
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WASHINGTON AVE. / H STREET PROJECT:
MOULIN ROUGE SITE DEVELOPMENT
The Moulin Rouge Hotel Casino at 900 W. Bonanza Road became the first
integrated gaming establishment in Las Vegas that rivaled those on the strip,
opening its doors May 24, 1955. It had taken $3M to build and quickly became
a national sensation. Sadly, it closed just as quickly as it opened. In November
1955 it was shuttered by sheriff’s deputies, and in December of that same year
the owners filed for bankruptcy, apparently due to financial mismanagement.
The hotel and casino would never again reopen. While the Moulin Rouge site
would change hands many times over the years - and see many proposals for
redevelopment - it ultimately was demolished in 2010 after a number of fires left
it in disrepair.
This strategy brings a fresh opportunity to the Moulin Rouge site for future
generations. The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) has
noted its interest in the two northernmost Moulin Rouge parcels, located along
McWilliams Ave., to build market rate housing adjacent to (and integrated with)
the Marble Manor redevelopment. On the southern parcel - a parcel which
remains attached to an unrestricted gaming license - a new type of casino/
entertainment venue is proposed, one which pays homage to the incredible
history of the Moulin Rouge in the Historic Westside, while creating a new offer
The Moulin Rouge site in context, Photo credit: KTNV The Moulin Rouge’s prominent tower, Photo credit: Las Vegas Sun
and destination for the community today.
Dancer Theodora Dolcinia Boyd poses at the Moulin Rouge pool, May 1955, Photo
The historic Moulin Rouge sign now sits at the The Neon Museum, Photo Credit: VegasExperience.com credit: Jay Florian Mitchell, Nevada State Museum Collection The historic Moulin Rouge Hotel Casino, shortly after its opening, Photo Credit: Nevada State Museum
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WASHINGTON AVE. / H STREET PROJECT:
PARKS + GREENING
Vibrant, healthy communities need places to gather, recreate and rest. The
Historic Westside is currently home to two parks: James Gay Park (which has
been closed for several years); and Ethel Pearson Park (which is proposed to
be the future home of the Historic Westside Museum and Theatre). Both parks
sit on the edge of the community, and have had challenges with activation and
use. Going forward, parks in the Historic Westside will be integrated into the
community, with housing oriented towards pocket parks and plazas. These
spaces will be connected throughout the community like a string of pearls.
Additional greening in the form of street trees to provide shade, and plantings
to soften the environment will create a green network throughout the Historic
Westside.
Project Details
A number of pocket parks and a trail of green are proposed for the Washington
Ave./H Street area. Specific projects to be invested in include: Stock Photo Stock Photo
• Greening on F and H Streets: This new gateway into the Historic Westside
will be softened by the addition of trees and plantings.
• Adding tree canopy: The city will invest in programs to plant trees and
greenery throughout the neighborhood, addressing sustainability while
softening the environment.
• Greening and art along the I-15 wall: Wherever possible, the city will
look to improve the environment and aesthetics along the I-15 wall to add
greening, murals and art. Northacres Spray Park, Seattle, Photo Credit: Elisa Murray
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WASHINGTON AVE. / H STREET PROJECT:
WASHINGTON AVE. RETAIL ANCHORS
The density of residential development in this area will nearly triple when all
housing is completed, given the proposed Marble Manor and Moulin Rouge
developments and the residential infill programs. Providing some retail offerings
nearby – things such as services, coffee shops, etc. – will be important to creating
a thriving residential area. The retail anchors will be located along Washington
Ave. – some integrated into the Marble Manor redevelopment and others along
the south side of Washington to create a connection between the residential
Stock Photo
growth and the amenities and offerings on D Street and Jackson Ave.
Project Details
There are two focus areas for the retail anchors on Washington Ave.:
Tattered Cover Bookstore, Photo Credit: Tattered Cover Bookstore
• Retail along Washington Ave. between H Street and E Street: The city
will work with property owners who have parcels fronting the south side of
Washington Ave. to explore redevelopment opportunities that incorporate
ground floor retail. Snooze an A.M. Eatery, Photo Credit: Snooze and A.M. Eatery
The 5 Point Cafe, Photo credit: The 5 Point Cafe Comal Heritage Food Incubator, Photo Credit: NewDenizen.com Photo Credit: Black Youth Project
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WASHINGTON AVE. / H STREET PROJECT:
HOUSING INFILL + NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS
The area bound by the future Marble Manor and Moulin Rouge developments and the future theatre/
museum project, as well as by I-15 and Washington Ave., provides a focused opportunity to help
establish a mixed-use community, with housing infill of a variety of types (single-family, multi-plexes,
etc.) at a variety of income levels, centered around a park space, and supported on the edges by
commercial uses and roadway improvements.
For homes and lots that may be vacant and/or the owner wishes to sell the property, the city will seek
support from a number of partner organizations. The existing programs that can be utilized are:
• Nevada Preservation Foundation: The Foundation received $250,000 in initial funding to establish
a revolving loan fund to purchase, rehabilitate and sell residential properties in the Historic
Westside. Eighty vacant homes in the neighborhood are under consideration, and the Foundation Photo Credit: Google Maps
is focused on working in ‘clusters’ to create impact. The Foundation is focused on preservation and
helping to stop displacement in changing neighborhoods. They are exploring opportunities to infill
Washington Ave. / H Street D Street Triangle: Of the 61 lots in this area, 28 lots (41%) are vacant. A number of the existing homes and buildings need
with homes that share a similar character to existing homes in the Historic Westside, are accessible
significant repair.
and are built with a universal design to promote aging in place. Their fund will also help to support
home purchases as well as down-payment assistance.
• Neighborhood Housing Services of Southern Nevada Inc.: This community nonprofit acquires,
rehabilitates, and retains (or sells) vacant homes in the Historic Westside, and they are currently
working with the city of Las Vegas to identify properties. The organization also provides down
payment assistance to help make housing affordable.
Other partners will be identified as this program is developed. This area is appropriate for a mix of
single-family homes and other types of housing and should include affordable as well as market rate
options.
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WASHINGTON AVE. / H STREET PROJECT:
F + H STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Project Details
There are multiple components to the F and H Street improvement projects:
• Gateway features on the north side of I-15: These features should match
other existing and proposed features and should be integrated into an
overall streetscape plan for the Historic Westside.
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PHASE I IMPLEMENTATION Project delivery on all projects outlined here will be reliant on identification of funds and sources
Housing, Economic Phase 1 environmental currently underway; Design and architecture for building; Business plan
City to develop multi-story property at 400 Jackson Ave on NW
Co-Op Grocery + Affordable Development, development for co-op; Identification of financing package for affordable housing; Identification of
corner of Jackson and D; Upper floors to be affordable residential;
Family Housing Project (pg 14) Community Services, Jobs financing package for co-op buildout; Create operating agreements with appropriate parties for co-op and
Bottom floor to house grocery co-op and food education center
and Employment housing; Site development
Identify existing homes on/adjacent to Jackson Ave between B and Site survey to determine homes eligible for rehab and lots available for infill; Partnership between the
Single Family Home
Housing D Streets to provide rehabilitation support and improvements; Infill city and Nevada Preservation Foundation on rehab projects; City to identify builder(s) to support infill
Improvements + Infill (pg 15) vacant lots with new construction single family homes developments; Partner with appropriate groups to support a home ownership program
Complete site plan and regulatory work for James Gay Park; Redesign park to accommodate new uses,
JACKSON AVE.
Economic Development, Support existing businesses in the Historic Westside while also Identify existing businesses and arrange one-to-one meetings to determine where support is best deployed;
Small Business Support
Community Services, Jobs creating programs to support entrepreneurship and new business Identify partners who could help support small business development, financing, marketing; Deploy a
(pg 17) and Employment development program of support to existing and new small businesses
Jobs and Employment, Create site plan and strategic operating documents for Workforce Opportunity Center and how it interacts
WASH AVE. + D ST.
Expand food-based learning and business development opportunities Create site plan and strategic operating documents for Culinary Innovation Programs and urban agriculture
Culinary Innovation Programs in partnership with the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas, to augment offer, and how they interact with the Workforce Opportunity Center and the Market Hall / Incubator;
Jobs and Employment
+ Urban Agriculture (pg 23) and support other workforce and educational opportunities on the Design and architecture for facilities; Operating/programming details and plans developed; Project
Washington Ave./D Street campus development and buildout
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PROJECT CITY DEPARTMENT(S)
CONNECTION TO THE HUNDRED PLAN PROJECT PARTNERS FUNDS AND SOURCES POLICY IMPLICATIONS
DELIVERY RESPONSIBLE
Department of Planning,
City of Las Vegas, Opportunity Zone, Low Design Guidelines/Overlay, Zoning
Big Move #2: Revitalize Historic Jackson Street; Big Move City of Las Vegas, Culinary Academy of Office of Community Services,
2024 Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Tax Amendments, Conduct a Housing
#3: Small Steps: Vacant No More Las Vegas, Three Square, Churches, CDCs Public Works, Economic and
Increment Financing (TIF) Demand Study, Parking Demand Analysis
Urban Development
Big Move #2: Revitalize Historic Jackson Street; Big Move City of Las Vegas, Doolittle Community Streetscape/Public Realm Design
2022 $5 Million (FUNDED) Public Works
#6: Establish Complete and Safe Streets Center Standards
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PHASE I IMPLEMENTATION (cont.) Project delivery on all projects outlined here will be reliant on identification of funds and sources
Incubator (pg 24) Operating/programming details and plans developed; Project development and buildout
Community Services destination offerings
Marble Manor Housing Redevelopment and intensification of affordable housing, adding a Community engagement and development of final site plan, design and density; Phased development,
Housing
Redevelopment (pg 30) diversity of housing types and new amenities avoiding displacement of existing residents
WASHINGTON AVE. + H ST.
Economic Development, Creation of new retail spaces to anchor the Marble Manor Identify retail location opportunities along Washington Ave. and in conjunction with Marble Manor
Washington Ave. Retail
Community Services, Jobs housing redevelopment and connect D Street and H Street along redevelopment; Property acquisition if needed; Coordination between city and SNRHA on retail
Anchors (pg 33) and Employment Washington Ave. development on Marble Manor site; Development of physical buildings; Lease and support of rental spaces
Identify existing homes to provide rehabilitation support and Site survey to determine homes eligible for rehab and lots available for infill; Partnership between
Housing Infill + Neighborhood
Housing improvements; Infill vacant lots with diverse new construction city and Nevada Preservation Foundation on rehab projects; City to identify builder(s) to support infill
Improvements (pg 34) housing, commercial and green space developments; Partner with appropriate groups to support a pathways to home ownership program
Big Move #1: Welcome to the Historic Westside; Big City of Las Vegas, Las Vegas - Clark County Department of Planning, Office Design Guidelines/Overlay, Liquor License
City of Las Vegas, Las Vegas-Clark
Move #4: Establish Washington ‘Live’ Avenue: An African Library District, New Historic Westside 2025 of Community Services, Cultural Restrictions Lifted, Parking Demand
County Library District, Private Donors
American Music Experience nonprofit organization Affairs Analysis
Big Move #1: Welcome to the Historic Westside; Big Department of Planning, Public Streetscape/Public Realm Design
City of Las Vegas 2024 City of Las Vegas, Federal Funds
Move #6: Establish Complete and Safe Streets Works, Parks and Recreation Standards
City of Las Vegas, Southern Nevada Regional City of Las Vegas, Southern Nevada Department of Planning, Public Streetscape/Public Realm Design
Big Move #3: Small Steps: Vacant No More 2027
Housing Authority Regional Housing Authority Works, Parks and Recreation Standards
Department of Planning,
Design Guidelines/Overlay, Liquor License
Big Move #4: Establish Washington ‘Live’ Avenue: An Southern Nevada Regional Housing Economic and Urban
2025 City of Las Vegas, Private Sector Partners Restrictions Lifted, Create Incentives to
African American Learning Experience Authority, City of Las Vegas, Private Sector Development, Cultural Affairs,
Develop
Parks and Recreation
Nevada Preservation Foundation, City Design Guidelines/Overlay, Zoning
City of Las Vegas, Nevada Preservation of Las Vegas, Community Development Department of Planning, Office Amendments, Establish Anti-
Big Move #2: Revitalize Historic Jackson Street; Big Move
Foundation, Neighborhood Housing Services 2020 + Ongoing Block Grant (CDBG), Low Income of Community Services, Cultural Displacement Strategies, Create
#3: Small Steps: Vacant No More
of Southern Nevada, Inc., Private Sector Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Tax Affairs Incentives to Develop, Conduct a Housing
Increment Financing (TIF) Demand Study
Big Move #1: Welcome to the Historic Westside; Big Department of Planning, Public Streetscape/Public Realm Design
City of Las Vegas 2024 City of Las Vegas
Move #6: Establish Complete and Safe Streets Works, Parks and Recreation Standards
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POLICIES
DELIVERY CITY DEPARTMENT(S)
PROJECT DETAILS PROCESS
TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBLE
The Office of Community Services recently established an equity team through its work with the League of
Cities and the Cities of Opportunity Grant. This was done to address past issues that have led to mistrust with
the community and the city, and in an effort to prevent – as much as possible – additional challenges. The team
is tasked with examining all initiatives from an equity perspective and suggesting changes, if necessary. This Work with the community to define equity; Work to determine how steps to ensure equity Office of Community Services,
Resolution to Define Equity team will work with Historic Westside stakeholders and City Council to define equity as it relates to the Historic will be brought into city processes; Resolution adoption by City Council
2020
Economic and Urban Development
Westside, and work with Council to adopt a resolution to support equitable work in the community, This work
will specifically address the methods and tools by which all departments within the city will engage individuals,
schools, businesses and others specifically in, or invested in, the Historic Westside
Implement programs and policies to ensure new development and investment does not displace existing Explore best practice examples to prevent displacement; Engage with community; Look at Department of Planning, Office of
Establish Anti-Displacement
residents, to include community land trusts/land banks, tax abatements/exemptions, hire local programs, etc. existing legislation to identify opportunities; Propose changes and obtain approval from City 2021 Community Services, Economic and
Strategies Create an anti-displacement toolbox inclusive of policies and programs. Council and/or if appropriate, State Legislature Urban Development
Rezone the entire Historic Westside area utilizing a form based code, and ensuring zoning supports The Zoning analysis and community engagement; Development of draft rezoning proposal and
Zoning Amendments HUNDRED Plan and implementation strategies alignment with HUNDRED Plan strategies; Approval by City Council
2020 Department of Planning
Design charrette with design professionals and community to discuss specific characteristics
Establish design guidelines and/or a design overlay to ensure future development is context sensitive and of the Historic Westside’s character - past and present; Creation of draft design guidelines
Design Guidelines/Overlay supports the character of the Historic Westside and community approval; Determination of whether mandatory overlay vs. voluntary
2021 Department of Planning
guidelines is appropriate; Approval by City Council
Department of Planning, Public
Streetscape/Public Realm Establish consistent streetscape design standards and a phased implementation strategy; this effort should Development of draft guidelines based on previous public realm investments and community
2021 Works, Parks and Recreation,
Design Standards incorporate the role of historical markers, the Pioneer Trail, public art, etc. desires; Approval by City Council
Operations and Maintenance
Development of proposal package, including reasoning and data, to remove or amend liquor
Liquor License Restrictions Eliminate restrictions on businesses obtaining liquor licenses within 1500 feet of a church in order to support
license restrictions in the Historic Westside; Integrate with proposed zoning amendments; 2020 Department of Planning
Lifted new business opportunities
Community support; Approval at City Council
Invest in Technology to Examine cost and approach to providing Wi-Fi and cellular service access; Determine
Provide Wi-Fi and cellular service access to support opportunities for Historic Westside residents and Economic and Urban Development,
Provide Wi-Fi and Cellular entrepreneurs
engineering and placement; Install technology; Distribute devices and SIM cards; 2021
IT
Programming and support
Service Access
Community engagement and discussion, as well as cost analysis; Apply for formal street name
Engage with community to explore changing the street names that cross through the Historic Westside to Department of Planning,
Street Name Changes names that are reflective of the culture, character and history of the Historic Westside
change with Department of Planning; Public hearings following by Planning Commission and 2021
Public Works
City Council approval; Fabrication and installation of signs
The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) and and the city of Las
Vegas’ Economic and Urban Development Department are currently both conducting
Identify Housing Demand for Identify demand and types of housing that will best serve the existing and future residents of the Historic housing assessments for projects within the Historic Westside, while the city of Las Vegas
2021 Office of Community Services
the Historic Westside Westside in partnership with Clark County, is undertaking a citywide study. There is immediate
opportunity to leverage these efforts to create a snapshot of housing demand and
opportunity for the Historic Westside.
Once Historic Westside rezoning is completed and the delivery of initial projects is solidified,
identify potential parking demand exploring need for off-street/structured parking as well Economic and Urban Development,
Identify future parking demand based upon proposed development and create a parking management
Parking Demand Analysis strategy for both on-street and off-street parking
as how best to manage on-street parking usage. Parking demand, should be balanced with 2022 Department of Planning,
opportunities to reduce car usage by increasing public transit ridership and utiliization of Public Works
other modes.
Revisit current mobility plan with RTC for the Historic Westside, and work to identify implementable timelines Analyze existing mobility connections in the Historic Westside; Hold meetings with
Mobility Improvements to ensure comprehensive, multi-model transit access, to include bike share, bus service, expansion of Bus appropriate transit agencies; Create recommendations; Identify funding and partners to make 2021 Public Works
Rapid Transit (BRT) and more improvements
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A COMMITMENT
The city of Las Vegas is committed to the Historic Westside – to bringing the community, partners and resources together to
make positive change; to equity and inclusion; to a resilient future for all. This document is our roadmap to deliver investment and
opportunity. Contained within it are more than thirty projects and policies that are derived from the HUNDRED Plan. They have been
prioritized for one of many reasons – either they are inspired by opportunities and funding that can be seized upon at this moment; or
they are considered catalytic investments that must come before other projects can happen. This document has been created by the
community and will be delivered with the community leading the way. It is a living document and will continue to evolve to meet the
ever-changing needs of the Historic Westside.
Love on Jackson Event, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas HUNDRED Plan Implementation Strategy Workshop,
Love on Jackson Event, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas
Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas
HUNDRED Plan Implementation Strategy Workshop, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas Love on Jackson Event, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas
Love on Jackson Event, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas HUNDRED Plan Implementation Strategy Workshop, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas Love on Jackson Event, Photo Credit: City of Las Vegas
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Las Vegas City Council
Carolyn G. Goodman, Mayor
Stavros S. Anthony, Mayor Pro Tem
Michele Fiore, Councilwoman Ward 6
Cedric Crear, Councilman Ward 5
Brian Knudsen, Councilman Ward 1
Victoria Seaman, Councilwoman Ward 2
Olivia Diaz, Councilwoman Ward 3