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Unchained employment Increasingly, people are exploring the perks and pitfalls of working as independent contractors By Howard Riell | Special to Vegas Inc

The so-called gig economy, in which temporary positions are common and organizations contract with independent workers for short-term engagements, is slowly changing the face of American business — and forcing employers across the Las Vegas Valley to adjust. ¶ A study by Intuit predicted that by 2020, 40 percent of American workers would be gig economy, Continued on page 15

25%

Increase in national foot traffic to Whole Foods on the first two days following recent price cuts, according to technology company FourSquare.

80,000

Number of workers Macy’s will hire for the holiday season, a drop of 3,000 from last year. Since last year, Macy’s has closed 70 stores and is expected to close at least 30 more by the end of the year.

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CONTENTS

GROUP PUBLISHER Gordon Prouty ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Breen Nolan

NOTEWORTHY STORIES

05 06 18 Q&A WITH TAMI AND JARET BLINN

The owners of CraftKitchen in Henderson talk about balancing work and home life, discuss the people who influenced them most in their culinary education and share a couple of secret ingredients to enhance any meal. THE NOTES People on the Move, P4

MEET MB STEAK

David and Michael Morton expect to see rock stars at their luxury steakhouse. It is, after all, found inside the Hard Rock Hotel. But the brothers insist that the true measure of success is pleasing locals. TALKING POINTS Steps to try before resorting to business litigation, P7

EDITORIAL

DATA AND PUBLIC INFORMATION

A listing of local bankruptcies, bid opportunities, brokered transactions, business licenses and building permits. MORE VEGAS INC BUSINESS NEWS Calendar: Happenings and events, P17 The List: Nonprofit foundations, P22

ART ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR Liz Brown (liz.brown@gmgvegas.com) DESIGNER LeeAnn Elias PHOTO COORDINATOR Yasmina Chavez PHOTOGRAPHERS L.E. Baskow, Christopher DeVargas, Steve Marcus, Mikayla Whitmore

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DACA recipients and supporters rally near the Trump International Hotel on Sept. 10.

MARKETING & EVENTS DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER Jackie Apoyan

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OUR TAKE: WHAT LV WILL SAY THIS WEEK IN D.C. The Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce’s annual lobbying trip to Washington, D.C., drew its biggest contingent ever this year, with more than 100 local government, community and business leaders set to take part. That’s good news for Las Vegas residents, because a lot is at stake when the five-day trip gets underway Monday. At the top of the list is the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository project, which the Trump administration is laying groundwork to revive. The Metro group must convey to lawmakers that Las Vegas will oppose the feds at every turn in trying to get the project back on track. It’s a credit to the chamber that the itinerary includes a meeting with Rep. John Shimkus, R-Ill., a leading Yucca proponent. Shimkus needs to know that the project is a disaster in the making for Las Vegas, through which waste would be transported on trucks and trains. An accident or terrorist attack would be catastrophic here. Another goal is to generate support for the

EDITOR Erin Ryan (erin.ryan@gmgvegas.com) MANAGING EDITOR Dave Mondt (dave.mondt@gmgvegas.com) ASSISTANT MANAGING EDITOR/SPORTS AND DIGITAL Ray Brewer (ray.brewer@gmgvegas.com) STAFF WRITERS Mick Akers, April Corbin, Yvonne Gonzalez, Jesse Granger, Chris Kudialis, Thomas Moore, Cy Ryan, Camalot Todd, Ricardo Torres-Cortez COPY DESK CHIEF John Taylor GENERAL EDITOR Paul Szydelko ASSISTANT GENERAL EDITOR Adam Candee COPY EDITOR Christian Bertolaccini SPECIAL PUBLICATIONS EDITOR Craig Peterson RESEARCHER Jamie Gentner EDITORIAL CARTOONIST Mike Smith LIBRARY SERVICES SPECIALIST Rebecca Clifford-Cruz OFFICE COORDINATOR Nadine Guy

long-overdue Interstate 11 connecting Phoenix and Las Vegas. Given President Donald Trump’s campaign promises on infrastructure, this is an opportune time to press for the project. In addition, the chamber will advocate for expanding the list of 38 countries that are exempt from U.S. travel visa requirements, securing more Homeland Security funding for Las Vegas and building support for legislation that would allow states to collect sales tax and use taxes from online retailers that do not have a presence in those states. Unfortunately, the agenda does not include immigration reform and protections, specifically Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. However, a chamber spokeswoman said there would be opportunities to discuss DACA and other immigration items during the meetings and special events. Metro’s travelers should bring up the topic. Assuming they do, they’ll have an agenda that will serve Las Vegas well. And with more than 100 voices advocating for the city, they should have no problem being heard. — VEGAS INC STAFF

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It’s time for the 7th Annual Top Tech Exec Awards 2017! November 16th at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.

Nominate today at vegasinc.com Vegas INC’s Top Tech Exec Awards recognizes the most outstanding Information Technology executives who work in Southern Nevada, as nominated by their peers. Nominees who meet the criteria decided by an independent panel of judges, will be recognized at the Seventh Annual Top Tech Exec Awards on November 16th at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts.

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Concierge Choice Awards

The Clark County Medical Society installed its 2017-18 executive board of trustees: Dr. Joseph Adashek, president; Dr. Souzan El-Eid, immediate past president; Dr. Jeffery Roth, president-elect; Dr. Daniel Burkhead, secretary; Dr. Deborah Kuhls, treasurer; Dr. Jerry Reeves, delegate chair. North Las Vegas-based paramedic Christopher Dobson is among just 100 ambulance workers honored nationally by the AAA with the “Star of Life” award. The MedicWest employee was recognized for his role in saving two people in a crash in February. Mike Yoder is the bowling center manager at Mesquite Gaming’s Virgin River Hotel. Dr. Stephani Christensen is an oncologist-hematologist with Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada. The Public Education Foundation added five members to its board of directors: Daniel Book, market manager of christensen Sam’s Club; Katie Fine, director of guest relations for El Cortez; Susan Fisher, vice president of government affairs & advocacy group for McDonald Carano; David Goldstein, director of business development for GeoTek; and Mike Jewell, director of network services operations for CenturyLink in the Las Vegas market. Ramon Abueg is the chief operating officer and Gary Zheng is the executive chief abueg zheng planning officer of the Valley Electric Association. Dr. Ranjit Jain is a urologist at Urology Specialists of Nevada. Drs. Randy Calegari and Deepa Mocherla specialize in oncology at Nevada Cancer Specialists, 4750 W. Oakey Blvd. and 6190 S. Fort Apache Road. jain

Jody Ghanem is development director at the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health.

A five-way partnership between Cox Communications, the UNLV Lee Business School, Bank of Nevada, Caesars Entertainment and Manheim Nevada produced 12 new graduates of the Small Business Leadership Academy. Pictured from bottom left are Carla Jenkins, COO Sumnu Marketing; Jane Lee, president, Jadon Foods; Laura Jane Spina, president, RAFI Architecture & Design, Rebecca Fountain, KOR Building Group and Barry Driskill, manager, Pratt Communications. Pictured from top, left are Ray Garcia for Tricia Costello, CEO, Fresh Wata; Chris Ballin, project manager, Prince Telecom; Diane J. Hale, CEO ESH Services; B. Eileen Christensen, principal, BEC Environmental; Steve Wallace, installation manager, IES Residential and Juan Torres, manager, Ace Communications. Not pictured is Greg Mendoza. (COURTESY PHOTO)

Jack Woodcock was named the 91st recipient of the National Association of Realtors Distinguished Service Award. The award is considered the highest honor an NAR member can receive. Paulo Chavez is director of operations, Las Vegas, for Anthony & Sylvan Pools.

The Southern Nevada Hotel Concierge Association recognized local businesses: n Best Acrobatic Show: “Le Reve” n Best Headliner: Jennifer Lopez — “All I Have” n Best Nightclub: XS n Best Ground Transportation: AWG n Best Ground Tour: Pink Jeep n Best Driving Experience: Exotics Racing n Best Happy Hour: Table 10 n Best Business Meeting Host: Palazzo Theatre n Best Steakhouse: SW Steakhouse n Best Asian Restaurant: Tao n Best Tourist Attraction: Bellagio Fountains n Best Spa: Encore Spa n Best Exhibit/Museum: The Mob Museum n Best Non-Acrobatic Show: “Baz! Star-Crossed Love” n Best Comedic Act: Carrot Top n Best Dayclub/Pool Party: Encore Beach Club n Best Air Tour Company: Maverick Helicopters n Best Gun Range: Machine Gun Vegas n Best New Restaurant: Beauty & Essex n Best Off Strip Restaurant: Echo & Rig n Best Non-Buffet Brunch: Jazz Brunch at The Country Club at Wynn n Best Seafood: Costa di Mare n Best Italian Restaurant: Sinatra n Best French Restaurant: Joel Robuchon n Best Golf Course: Bali Hai

both of Cashman Middle School, as the top two winners of the 10th annual Anti-Graffiti Art Contest. Their artwork will be displayed on the outside of RTC Paratransit vehicles and will travel Las Vegas Valley streets for up to one year. woodcock

Larry Scott is the chief operating officer at Three Square Food Bank.

Bruce Logan is the creative director, Chris Smith is a copy writer and producer, and Cathy Vo is a public relations account executive at B&P Advertising, Media and Public Relations.

Bar Sake is open at the Westgate. Cocktails were designed by Eddie Perales, general manager of beverage. The menu was designed by chef Masa Shiga.

The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nelogan vada recognized sixth-grader Jose Trejo and seventh-grader Emilee Chang,

Caesars Entertainment Corp. launched a $90 million renovation of 1,270 rooms at the Flamingo Las Vegas. The new rooms were designed by Forrest Perkins.

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Q&A with jaret and tami blinn

Their dream combines business with family By Rebecca Clifford-Cruz | STAFF WRITER

Tami and Jaret Blinn own CraftKitchen, a breakfast, brunch and lunch spot in Henderson that recently launched CK Friday Recess, opening its doors one night a week for seasonal dishes and wine specials. Both enjoyed successful culinary careers working for renowned restaurants before venturing out on their own to open their own place in 2015. What is the most challenging and rewarding positions you’ve had? Tami: When we decided that we wanted to start a family, it was challenging to walk away from a career that I enjoyed. Being a stay-at-home mom and raising our kids was the happiest and most rewarding accomplishment I had ever felt. But sometimes, I would literally dream about working in a kitchen again … like pulling a speed rack or checking an oven. So I realized that I truly missed it. When the kids were more independent and went off to school, Jaret and I started to discuss our dream. Jaret: Challenging yet rewarding would be my executive pastry chef position at Le Cirque and Osteria del Circo at the Bellagio. Due to the volume of business on the Strip, every night we would be slammed with guests. What is the best professional advice you’ve received? Jaret: My executive chef when I worked at the Ritz-Carlton in Maui said, “You will always have a job, but you have only one family.” Describe your management style. Tami: I joke around at work, but I get the point across, so I feel we’re very approachable to our staff. It’s a lot of open dialogue at work so we’re told we’re the “coolest bosses.” Our restaurant is our second home, so we like to think we treat our staff like family. How do you balance work and family time? Tami: It’s tough, but the clock determines my schedule. Picking up the kids from school allows me to switch into mom mode and move on to their extracurricular activities. Jaret moves on to coaching sports, and then we’re all together again at dinner time. If needed, we later finish up administrative work after they have gone to bed, so it’s pretty hectic yet routine for us. Who was your greatest cooking influence? Tami: My grandma. I used to spend

Tami and Jaret Blinn use local and organic ingredients whenever possible at CraftKitchen. (mikayla whitmore/staff)

summers with her, helping her tend to the garden, cook from the garden and even take the bus to Chinatown to pick up meat and produce for the day. I enjoyed helping her prep and make everything from scratch. When she passed away, my only request was to have her wok and cleaver. Jaret: Cooking with my family and watching Martin Yan’s cooking show, before there was Food Network. I would also enjoy watching his travel journeys, and it would often pique my interest about traveling abroad. Tell us about a secret ingredient. Tami: White pepper is a simple spice that isn’t overwhelming but gives food just a little kick. Jaret: Mascarpone makes everything taste better. What’s your favorite place to have fun in Las Vegas? Tami: Mount Charleston in the snow with the family, teaching our kids to ski, was a blast.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Jaret: Watching my son play college ball and helping my daughter finish her degree to take over our family business. What is your dream job outside of your current field? Tami: Test driving fast cars. Jaret: I had always wanted to be in the military or a police officer. I have so much respect for what they do. If you could live anywhere else in the world, where would it be? Jaret: Italy. Everything tasted so fresh. The quality of food was amazing. There’s so much to see, too. What is the worst meal you’ve made and for whom? Tami: Probably “Champagne sauce” for Jaret while we were dating. I realized we were out of white wine for sauce. I thought, “Why not?” Jaret: I tried making a flan for my

roommates while I was in culinary school and burned the heck out of it. The smell of burnt sugar lingers for days. What is something that people might not know about you? Tami: I get too many speeding tickets for the average driver. Jaret: I have tried every diet known. I guess I just love food too much. My favorite motto is “never trust a skinny chef.” What would you want your last meal to be? Tami: Being gluten-free, I would want a big bowl of miso ramen. If it’s my last meal, I wouldn’t be around too much longer to react to the gluten anyway. Anything else you want to add? Jaret: When naysayers tell you that you can’t and that you will never amount to anything, just go out and prove them wrong. Believe in yourself.

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by the numbers

13%

Share of U.S. oil refining capacity that was offline two weeks after Hurricane Harvey struck Texas. Flooding caused 15 refineries to be either partially or entirely shut down. At its worst, 21 percent of the refining capacity was offline.

$1 billion

Expected valuation of mobile games developer Rovio, the company behind Angry Birds. Rovio is expected to list on the Helsinki Nasdaq on Oct. 3.

57.5 million

Number of Americans for whom gigabit internet speeds are available, according to a study by telecom hardware maker Viavi. More people in America have access to the internet speed than in any other country, but in terms of percentage of population, the U.S. trails such countries as Singapore, South Korea and Moldova.

Number of foster children millionaire Marc Bell sheltered for five days in his $30 million mansion after Hurricane Irma struck Florida. The former executive of Penthouse magazine is a board member of the SOS Children’s Village Florida, a foster home that lost power.

$20.2 trillion The U.S. national debt as of Sept. 13, when it surpassed $20 trillion for the first time in the wake of a deal to raise the debt ceiling in exchange for short-term spending and hurricane relief funding.

2,500

Maximum number of mature animals in existence for a species to be considered “endangered.” This month, the International Union for Conservation of Nature announced the snow leopard had been reclassified from endangered to vulnerable, meaning there are 2,50010,000 breeding snow leopards in the wild.

Brothers David, left, and Michael Morton own MB Steakhouse in the Hard Rock Hotel. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)

‘Passing the locals test makes us good enough for rock stars and royalty’ By rebecca clifford-cruz Staff Writer

Describe your business.

MB Steak Address: 4455 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, inside Hard Rock Hotel Phone: 702-483-4888 Email: info@mbsteaklv.com Website: mbsteaklv.com Hours of operation: Open at 5 p.m. daily; last reservation available at 10 p.m. Owned/operated by: David Morton and Michael Morton In business since: 2017

MB Steak is a luxury steakhouse inspired by our shared experience of growing up in the restaurant industry, combined with all of the eating the two of us have done in restaurants around the world. We love restaurant research. Seriously, is it not difficult to recognize a good restaurant experience; it is a combination of factors that together have an intangible result. MB Steak is casual enough to grab a bite, sexy enough to bring a date, big enough to throw a party and smart enough to conduct business. What prompted you to open the restaurant at the Hard Rock?

When they offered us a never-developed shell with a private valet entrance, we got to unleash our creative fantasies. While MB Steak itself may be more practical than the fantasy, the result is a venue on two stories with complementary experiences of intimacy and celebration. Who are your customers?

Rock stars come with the territory at the Hard Rock, but MB Steak is a spot for locals. Las Vegas rivals any city in restaurant offerings. Las Vegans know great food and, more importantly, great service. We built MB Steak for people we know, people we want to hang out with and people we want to make happy. Passing the locals test makes us good enough for rock stars and royalty. Other than excellent steaks, what is the formula for a successful steakhouse?

People, people and people. The two of us have worked every position in the restaurant. Every single position is absolutely necessary for the perfect outcome for our guests. In each one of those positions is a person who is a valued member of our team. What is your most popular dish?

Like most premium steakhouses, our filet mignon is our bestselling item, but not by much.

What’s the best business advice you’ve received?

Our dad (restaurateur Arnie Morton) always said, “This business is 90 percent common sense and 10 percent a good eye.” We have learned that you can develop a good eye by practicing your common sense. The other advice we love is the business standard “The answer is yes; what is the question?” What is the best part about doing business here?

Las Vegas is arguably the most dynamic city in the country. Combine 45 million visitors looking to be entertained — dining is entertainment — with the deepest talent pool of hospitality professionals on earth and you have the most enjoyable place to do what we do. Throw in the arrival of a couple of major professional sports teams and we are back to fantasyland. What obstacles has your business overcome?

We have never really looked at our work as a series of obstacles to overcome. That isn’t to say that what we do is easy. People are the core of what we do, and people are variable and require loving care. It is never boring but always fulfilling.

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Steps to try before resorting to business litigation

guest column: Once you have decided to pursue the ou have a business relationship aviva y. gordon amount owed to you, there are still many with someone and you are now actions you can take before filing a lawsuit. owed money. What can you do You may be able to simply reach out and try to get what is owed to you, short to work out a way to maintain the relationof filing a lawsuit? Litigation is expensive ship and still get paid. For example, you may agree to take a and time-consuming. Is there a better way? reduced amount or agree to get paid over time. As a starting point, you may want to review how you got to If maintaining a relationship is less important, you may this place with this person or business. Do you have a written send a demand letter, or hire a lawyer to send one on your agreement or any other documentation upon which you can behalf. Typically, a demand letter would state something rely to set forth your legal rights? If you do, here is what to like: “You owe me money. If you do not pay me within a set look for: Are there terms for payment (for example, within period of time, I will take legal action against you.” 30 days of receipt of the goods or services)? Does your docuAssuming those actions don’t work and you choose to sue, mentation (perhaps an invoice) say what happens if payment you should consider what that will get you. Once you get is late, such as interest accruing on the unpaid balance? Do through the court processes (and have likely spent thouyou have an agreement that states whether you have to mesands of dollars) and you have a judgment, what do you get? diate or arbitrate disputes or provide for attorneys’ fees? A piece of paper. There may still be things you have to do beHaving a properly negotiated and written agreement fore you recover a single dime. You can record the judgment; will reduce the likelihood that you will have to chase after you can garnish bank accounts (with some limitations); and/ someone for money. Assuming you are getting to the point or you can attach other property. However, all of those opof having to chase, you should evaluate whether the amount tions will cost you more money. you are owed is going to be worth the effort to take action. As a litigator, I tell my clients that the decision to sue That evaluation should include how much it would cost should be a business one and not based on emotion or pasto recover the money you are owed. This cost is the financial sion. The costs will almost always outweigh the benefits. The burden of taking legal action as well as your time and energy. better move may be to document your relationship differAdditionally, you should evaluate whether the other party ently and nurture that relationship to ensure you do not end has the ability to pay any judgment you can recover. If he or up on the losing side of it. she isn’t paying you today, will the resources be available to Aviva Y. Gordon is the founder of Gordon Law. pay you a year from now?

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Lack of deadlines slowing pace of Raiders agreements By adam candee Staff Writer

Months ago, Las Vegas Stadium Authority Chairman Steve Hill expected this month’s meeting to carry well into the evening as draft agreements came before the board for consideration. Instead, the board voted only on giving itself six more months to finish the development agreement that allows the Raiders to build their new stadium. The development agreement cannot be completed until the Raiders finalize their contract with construction companies Mortenson and McCarthy. That process hit a snag recently because the guaranteed maximum price of the stadium — a necessary figure both for that document and for Bank of America’s financing agreement of close to $1 billion in loans — will not be available until February. Hill said that delay should not push back the 30-month stadium construction timeline that is scheduled to commence soon after Thanksgiving. The Raiders will assume responsibility for

the project during the period between groundbreaking and the completion of the development agreement. The Raiders plan to open their 65,000-seat facility by July 2020, but any delay in that tight schedule could jeopardize the team’s ability to play the 2020 season in Las Vegas. Without a clear deadline as motivation, neither the UNLV joint-use agreement outlining how the Raiders will share the stadium with the Rebels football team, nor the community benefits plan defining the nebulous language from stadium financing mechanism Senate Bill 1 appears near a resolution. In contrast, the stadium lease between the Raiders and stadium authority reached a swift conclusion in May after months of negotiations when NFL owners threatened to delay the team’s move if the agreement was not completed in short order. Thom Reilly, chancellor of the Nevada System of Higher Education, told the system’s Board of Regents that ongoing parking issues were slow-

ing negotiations between the Raiders and UNLV. Reilly said the timing extension before the stadium authority would allow months for the sides to complete their required agreement. Hill did not return a request for comment clarifying if that is the case. plans for 2019 The Raiders might not end up nomads in 2019 after all. Scott McKibben, executive director of Oakland’s stadium authority, said he would be willing to negotiate a lease extension with the Raiders for the 2019 season and beyond at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, if necessary. “I believe that given the right set of economics, the potential for a lease extension for the time the Raiders would like to stay in Oakland is an open door,” McKibben said. “I can’t underscore enough the fact of ‘given the appropriate economics.’ It will not be the deal that they currently have.” That reverses course on the Oakland authority’s plans from the days imme-

diately after NFL owners in March approved the Raiders’ move to Las Vegas beginning in the 2020 season. McKibben said at the time that the authority was losing money hosting Raiders games, generating roughly $7 million in annual revenue while incurring between $8 million and $8.5 million in expenses. The $7 million includes the team’s $3.5 million rent payment. McKibben declined to detail what might change in a new arrangement because he had not yet spoken to Raiders officials. The Oakland Alameda County Coliseum Authority also continues to seek close to $1 million in unpaid parking fees from the Raiders, a situation that McKibben said would not jeopardize the team’s current lease. Potential Raiders homes for 2019 outside Oakland include Santa Clara, Calif., San Francisco and San Antonio, Texas. While Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas received preliminary consideration, Raiders owner Mark Davis prefers other options.

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Vision of refreshed Maryland Parkway includes four districts, mass transit By mick akers Staff Writer

The group working to reinvigorate the Maryland Parkway corridor recommends dividing it into four districts linked by a high-capacity transit system. The Maryland Parkway Coalition unveiled the districts at a community meeting this month at the Winchester Theater. Midtown Medical would be between Sahara Avenue and Desert Inn Road; Midtown Boulevard between Desert Inn and Flamingo Road; Midtown UNLV between Flamingo and Tropicana Avenue; and Midtown Gateway south of Tropicana. An 8.7-mile high-capacity transit system would link various activity centers between McCarran International Airport and downtown Las Vegas. About 35,000 residents work in the corridor. The route could be extended to the Las Vegas Medical District, home to the UNLV School of Medicine on Charleston Boulevard west of Interstate 15. This would link UNLV’s main campus with Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, the medical school and University Medical Center. “There are some key institutions that generate a lot of transit riders,” said David Swallow, senior director of engineering and technology for the Regional Transportation Commission. “(They include) universities, hospitals, airports and downtowns, and we’ve got a mall (the Boulevard) on this one line. It’s amazing how it’s worked out that way.” UNLV President Len Jessup said having public transit on a fixed route between the main campus and the medical district would be a huge step for the university. “Going back and forth from the medical school, the dental school or any of the other health sciences programs that are going to be down there, they can make that loop multiple times a day and never have to get into their car,” Jessup said in his State of the University speech. Two options are being considered for the high-capacity transit system — bus rapid transit and light rail. Each light rail car would hold 140 passengers; the bus rapid transit would hold 90 passengers per vehicle. The estimated cost of light rail is $573 million to $705 million; bus rapid transit is $298 million to $367 million. Light

rail would cost $220 per hour to operate and maintain, while the bus rapid transit would run about $96 per hour. Both options would have a dedicated lane, and Maryland Parkway would be reduced to two lanes for automobiles. The dedicated transit lane would serve as a de facto turn lane for automobiles. Increased pedestrian and bicycle safety measures would also be implemented. Local officials got the go-ahead to look for funding to build the light rail line in June, giving the RTC until the end of 2020 to ask Clark County voters whether sales taxes should be increased to help pay for the system. The earliest the light rail could be transporting riders on Maryland Parkway would be 2023, Swallow said. Swallow said Maryland Parkway was preferred over Las Vegas Boulevard for a mass-transit plan because of the area’s density and the characteristics of its neighborhoods. “There are over 90,000 residents in the study area … between the airport and downtown Las Vegas,” Swallow said. “More importantly ... within proximity to Maryland Parkway, over a quarter of the households do not have a car.” That rate, Swallow said, was more than three times the rate of the valley overall, which demonstrated the need for mass transit in the area. Additionally, 46 percent of the households in the corridor are considered low income — nearly double the rate of the valley overall. Swallow also noted that the bus route on Maryland Parkway was second only to the Strip as the valley’s most productive route. “When you look at what Maryland Parkway does, it connects to transit routes,” Swallow said. “It goes northsouth. And our busiest transit corridors are east-west. So it’s providing that vital connection between our transit network. It intersects our top five busiest routes. … It’s literally connecting the valley via the transit network.” With UNLV looking to develop Maryland Parkway with a bevy of planned projects, Jessup said it all fit into the future vision for the area. “We continue to work on the Maryland Parkway corridor, especially near the Harmon Gateway,” Jessup said. “In 60 years, Maryland Parkway will be completely transformed. Think of Mill Avenue in Tempe, Ariz.”

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Workers say they enjoy better work-life balance independent contractors. A number of forces are behind the rise in short-term jobs. For one, the workforce in this digital age is increasingly mobile, and work can be done from virtually anywhere, decoupling job and location. Freelancers can choose among temporary jobs and projects around the world, while employers can choose the best people for specific projects from a larger pool than is available in any one area. The issue is especially relevant in Southern Nevada, because many casino dealers and others work as independent contractors, and scramble to scrape together enough shifts to pay the bills, without benefits. As timeshare veteran and independent contractor Stuart Strauss put it, “It’s like collecting enough pieces of a jigsaw puzzle to form a recognizable picture — and that picture is my life.” Declaration of Independence Research shows Americans tend to change jobs several times throughout their working lives, and so the gig economy can be seen as an evolution of that trend. In it, businesses save resources in terms of benefits, office space and training. They also have the ability to contract with experts for specific projects who might be too high-priced to maintain on staff. For the employee, a gig economy can improve work-life balance over what is possible in most jobs. Ideally, the model is powered by independent workers selecting jobs that they’re interested in, rather than one in which people are forced into a position where, unable to attain employment, they pick up whatever temporary gigs they can land. Indeed, Intuit found that career freelancers liked being in control and were not concerned with the risks associated with independent work. They generate a larger proportion of their total income from their independent work than the other groups. Their motivation and characteristics include: n Controlling decisions about when, where and how they work (91 percent). n “I feel more secure working independently than if I had a traditional job” (69 percent). n “Working independent is less risky than traditional employment”

“While part of this trend may be a result of less than stellar economic performance, a substantial contributing factor is the desire of workers to have flexibility in their work lives. Younger workers ... seek a better work-life balance, and are not looking to land a job where they will work for 30 to 40 years.” — Rick Roskelley, of Littler Mendelson

(52 percent). n Being satisfied working in the ondemand economy (82 percent). That said, there are issues that businesses working with independent contractors face, beginning with “ensuring that the person they are contracting with is a bona fide independent contractor and not simply a misclassified employee,” said Thoran Towler, executive director of the Nevada Association of Employers, which advises Nevada businesses on their rights and obligations as employers, including issues surrounding independent contractors. “With an increase in the use of independent contractors, we anticipate Nevada employers will have a great need for our guidance to navigate this complex business relationship.” The Great Recession caused many businesses to re-examine their options, including utilizing more independent contractors. However, said Towler, relying on independent contractors alone is neither realistic nor sustainable. “There are certain tasks and positions that require a certain level of supervision and management, which may take the relationship from business-to-business to employeremployee,” he said. “This is where businesses can get themselves into trouble. Nevertheless, there will always be a need for independent contractors to take on temporary or specialized work.” Contract workers receive no benefits from their employers, leading some to ask an important question: If 40 percent of American workers are headed for that scenario in a few years, isn’t there a looming crisis, especially given all of the uncertainty regarding health care options? Towler isn’t so sure. “There are certain inherent risks with being an independent contrac-

tor and running your own business,” he said, “including providing for your own health care coverage.” Growing Trend Rick Roskelley, a Las Vegas-based shareholder who handles all aspects of employee compensation for Littler Mendelson, part of Littler Global’s international legal practice, said that when he started his career, it was uncommon to see the legal industry use temporary workers or independent contractors to supplement their workforces. “However, this has been a growing trend over the last 10 or so years in the legal industry,” he said. “I expect this trend to continue growing, as it allows more flexibility to both workers and companies.” Roskelley emphasized that he viewed it as a potentially positive trend. “The gig economy allows some individuals, whose individual circumstances do not permit permanent or full-time employment, to participate in the economy on their own terms,” he said. “It also allows others to have their own business.” Roskelley said he did not think the workforce would see a correction once economic conditions stabilize. “While part of this trend may be a result of less than stellar economic performance, a substantial contributing factor is the desire of workers to have flexibility in their work lives,” he said. “My observation is that younger workers and those just now entering the workforce seek a better work-life balance, and are not looking to land a job where they will work for 30 to 40 years full-time before retiring.” Increasingly, workers desire a flexible work schedule that they can adapt to their needs, Roskelley says: “I see the gig economy as a response to this demand from the market of workers.” Roskelley said pressure to disasso-

ciate health care and similar benefits from employment had been growing for some time. In fact, one of the touted benefits by proponents of the Affordable Care Act was that Americans would not lose coverage if they changed or left their jobs. “The fact that health insurance is tied to our jobs is really a product of accident,” Roskelley said. During the Great Depression, the federal government passed the Stabilization Act of 1942, which set salary caps. As production began ramping up during World War II, employers needed to attract new workers. “To get around salary caps, employers started offering fringe benefits and more generous health plans,” Roskelley said. Because employers received a deduction for the fringe benefits provided, and those benefits were not considered income to employees, the system remained. “As far as I know, we are the only industrialized nation that provides health insurance primarily through employment,” Roskelley added. Virtues of Independence What does that mean for our area going forward? “Las Vegas’ economy is casinos,” said Patrick Casale, managing partner of the Multicare Group-U.S. Division. “Independent contractors won’t affect these industries in any way. Outside industries will see an impact.” “Whether we are talking about a business-to-business relationship, which is what occurs when a business utilizes an independent contractor, or an employee-employer relationship, it’s positive for the economy,” Towler said. People who may have found themselves out of work in the wake of the recession “have found a place in the workforce again as independent business owners, where they choose who to work with, what hours they work, the means by which the work is completed, etc.,” he said. Strauss called himself a proud independent contractor, and hoped others across the nation would follow his example. He feels that those who follow his employment model are the economic engine of the U.S. economy; in fact, he added, they are the living embodiment of the American dream.

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Where were you when you received your 40 Under 40 award? I was marketing director for the Howard Hughes Corp., developer of the 22,500 acre master-planned community of Summerlin.

Where were you when you received your 40 Under 40 award? I had just started in my current role with the Venetian and Palazzo, overseeing the hotel operation. It was quite the adjustment going from Mandarin Oriental — a boutique luxury environment — to the largest hotel operation in the U.S. Here I am almost two years later and I could not be happier in my role, working in an environment of high performance with a team of the most talented individuals in the industry.

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Vice President of Hotel Operations, Venetian and Palazzo; President of the Las Vegas Business Academy

Where are you now? I graduated from the Executive MBA program at

UNLV in 2009 and was recruited for the program’s leadership position in 2012. I oversee all aspects of the EMBA, including student recruitment, curriculum, student experience, alumni relations and program marketing. What do you want to accomplish? I want to bring more executive education opportunities to the business community. There is a demand for short (no more than five days), intense courses on specific subjects in business such as finance, big data, entrepreneurship and digital marketing. On a personal note, I intend to begin law school in fall of 2018 at UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law. Earning a law degree has always been a personal goal of mine and will expand the way I think about contracts, intellectual property and the business environment in general.

What’s your biggest accomplishment since you received the award? Professionally, we keep setting records in 2017 in most

key performance indicators in my business unit, which is exciting. However, I take greater pride in seeing my management team excel and become a cohesive unit moving swiftly and strategically in one direction. Personally, I couldn’t be more proud of the young man that my son has become. For the first time I can see the dividends of the parenting efforts, which couldn’t be more fulfilling. Philanthropically, we have made great progress at the Las Vegas Business Academy. We now have close to 15 students who have graduated or are actively in the program, and we recently welcomed an engineering fellow who will further complement the diversity of the program.

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Who is your business hero, local or global? I have always admired Rob

Roy of Switch. When I was a student in the EMBA program, we learned about this super secret data center built in the old Enron broadband center. I respected his vision then for seeing the opportunity in that space. Now, less than 10 years later, Switch is far from a secret, with data centers across the globe, and Mr. Roy is one of the most interesting innovators, entrepreneurs and philanthropists in our community. Switch’s focus on sustainability, corporate social responsibility and diversity at the executive level are examples that, I predict, we’ll be using as cases in MBA classes in the future.

What’s the best advice you can offer? This was shared by a fellow board

member at the Las Vegas Business Academy with our students. I took it to heart as well: “Work hard, do right by others and keep your head down. One day, you look up and you run the company.” If you ran Las Vegas, what’s the first thing you would do? Renewable energy! With an average of 294 days of sunshine per year, it is a shame that we do not power our entire city with solar power.

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Calendar of events TUESDAY, SEPT. 26 Building Owners and Managers Association Nevada monthly luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m. Cost: $35 for members and $40 for nonmembers with advance registration; $45 for all without registration Location: Las Vegas Country Club, 3000 Joe W. Brown Drive, Las Vegas Information: Call BOMA Nevada at 702-9382662, email bomanevada@bomanevada.org or visit bomanevada.org At this networking event, hear from Murray Craven, senior vice president of the Las Vegas Golden Knights. Health care panel on energy efficiency Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: Free Location: NV Energy Beltway Building, 7155 Lindell Road, Las Vegas Information: Contact NV Energy’s Commercial Energy Services at 800-342-6335 or commercial@nvenergy.com Learn about energy-saving projects and incentives that help health care facilities save energy and lower utility bills. Lunch will be provided. Business and family webinar Time: 11 a.m.-noon Cost: Free Location: Online at youtu.be/ErlkEbzfKzA Information: Call the Nevada Women’s Business Center at 702-734-3555 or visit nevadawbc.com Toni Jackson, owner of Firelight Barn, will share best practices on how to run a family-owned and -operated business.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 27 Commercial Alliance Las Vegas 12th annual Commercial Alliance Educational Symposium Time: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: $99 for CALV and GLVAR members, $149 general admission for all-day admission; $40 for lunch only Location: Gold Coast, 4000 W. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-784-5050 or visit calv.org This commercial real estate symposium will feature educational sessions in which real estate professionals can earn continuing education credits. “Gone to Pot” Time: 3-5 p.m. Cost: $50 (reservation required)

Location: Clark Hill, 3800 Howard Hughes Parkway, Suite 500, Las Vegas Information: Contact Jodi Johnson of Nevada State Bank at 702-855-4537 or jodi.johnson@ nsbank.com Candace Carlyon of Clark Hill, a commercial law firm, will lead a discussion about legal and regulatory news affecting marijuana businesses in Nevada. A wine mixer will follow. Nevada Restaurant Association Mix & Mingle Time: 4-6 p.m. Cost: $15 for members; $25 for nonmembers (reservations required) Location: District One, 3400 S. Jones Blvd., Suite 8, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-878-2313, ext. 1000, or email sayache@nvrestaurants.com Meet chef Khai Vu, winner of the culinary excellence award, and enjoy appetizers inspired by Vietnam, Thailand, China and Japan while networking with restaurant operators, chefs, managers and allied vendors. Bagels & Politicos Time: 7:45 a.m. Cost: $7 Location: Latin Chamber of Commerce, 300 N. 13th St., Las Vegas Information: Call 702-385-7367 or visit lvlcc.com Grab a bagel, mingle and hear from Clark County Commissioners Jim Gibson and Steve Sisolak, who is running for governor. Stirling Club luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m. Cost: $26 Location: Gordon Biersch Brewery, 3987 Paradise Road, Las Vegas Information: Visit brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com Brian Greenspun, owner of Greenspun Media Group, which publishes VEGAS INC, will be the guest presenter.

als helping to further community and economic development in Southern Nevada. Henderson Chamber of Commerce mixer Time: 5-8 p.m. (RSVP by Sept. 27 Cost: $15 for members; $25 for nonmembers; additional $10 for walk-ins Location: Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road, Henderson Information: Contact Donna Israelson at 702565-8951 or disraelson@hendersonchamber.com Share contacts, referrals and ideas at this poolside networking event. NAIOP Oktoberfest Time: 5-7 p.m. Cost: $40 in advance; $50 at the door Location: Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas, 4510 Paradise Road, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-798-7194, email info@ naiopnv.org or visit naiopnv.org Join the Commercial Real Estate Development Association’s Southern Nevada chapter for its social event of the year. Women’s Leadership Day luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Cost: $50 for one seat; $90 for special two seats (leader/aspiring leader) Location: The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas Information: Call 702-733-3955, email athena@ womenschamberofnevada.org or visit womenschamberofnevada.org Jan-le Low of Golden Catalyst will be the keynote speaker. Others will include Tricia Kean of KTNV, June Beland of the Women’s Chamber of Commerce, leadership empowerment speaker Regina Ford and Angela Go of Percy Bowler Taylor & Kern, inspirational speaker.

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THURSDAY, SEPT. 28 LVGEA 2017 awards dinner Time: 5:30 p.m. Cost: $285; $2,650 for table of 10 Location: Pinyon Ballroom at the Aria, 3730 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Contact Ariel Riley at 702-5223604 or arielr@lvgea.org The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance will recognize some of the companies and individu-

Chamber University: Corporate Social Responsibility Time: 10-10:30 a.m. Cost: Free Location: Online Information: Contact Danica Torchin at 702586-3834 or dtorchin@lvchamber.com Andrew Schuricht, founder of Valor CSR, will discuss the importance of integrity in business and how to implement CSR practices.

Conventions

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American Association of Airport Executives National Airports Conference

Monte Carlo

Sept. 23-26

300

Building Industry Consulting Service International Fall Conference

Mandalay Bay Convention Center

Sept. 24-28

2,500

Pack Expo

Las Vegas Convention Center

Sept. 25-27

45,000

Tri-State Seminar

South Point

Sept. 26-28

2,000

Las Vegas Locals Premier Coin and Jewelry Show

Westgate

Sept. 29-Oct. 1

400

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Records and Transactions BID OPPORTUNITIES Sept. 29 2:15 p.m. Traffic signals: Eastern Avenue, Maryland Parkway and Russell Road Clark County, 604518 Tom Boldt at tboldt@clarkcountynv.gov

Oct. 2 2:15 p.m. Russell campus, Building and Fire Prevention Department: parking lot improvements Clark County, 604590 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov

Oct. 10 2:15 p.m. Von Tobel splash pad installation Clark County, 604607 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov

Oct. 12 2:15 p.m. Cora Coleman Senior Center expansion Clark County, 604606 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov

Oct. 13 2:15 p.m. Eastern Avenue and Maryland Parkway rehabilitation Clark County, 604561 Tom Boldt at tboldt@clarkcountynv.gov

Brokered transactions Sales $3,100,000 for 7.54 acres, land Gibson Road, Henderson 89011 Seller: New Gibson 7.54 LLC Seller agent: Neal Anzalotti and Scot Prince of Logic Commercial Real Estate Buyer: Zack Hussain Buyer agent: CBRE $2,484,250 for 5.23 acres, land Andermatt Lane, Las Vegas 89148 Seller: Alon and Rosana Miller Family Trust Seller agent: Steven Haynes of Colliers International Buyer: KB Homes Buyer agent: Did not disclose $2,225,000 for 2,762 square feet, retail 3211 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas 89130 Seller: Did not disclose Seller agent: Dustin Alvino of Marcus & Millichap Buyer: Did not disclose

Buyer agent: Did not disclose $1,750,000 for 32 units, multifamily residential 1076, 1088, 1100 and 1112 Sierra Vista Drive, Las Vegas 89169 Seller: Houter Investment Seller agent: Did not disclose Buyer: Chris Karris Buyer agent: Robin Willett, Devin Lee, Jerad Roberts and Jason Dittenber of Northcap Multifamily $1,475,000 for 0.85 acres, land 3225 W. Cactus Ave., Las Vegas 89141 Seller: Cactus DM .85 Seller agent: Neal Anzalotti and Scot Prince of Logic Commercial Real Estate Buyer: Bouquet Inc. Buyer agent: Les Eisinga of Northcap Multifamily $1,156,120 for 8,258 square feet, industrial 6623 S. Schuster St., Las Vegas 89118 Seller: Mosaic Investments Seller agent: Did not disclose Buyer: John Morotti Buyer agent: Dean Willmore of Colliers International $1,150,000 for 0.85 acres, land 3255 W. Cactus Ave., Las Vegas 89141 Seller: Nurkin Family Revocable Trust Buyer: Bouquet Inc. Buyer agent: Les Eisinga of Northcap Multifamily

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Bloc9 Architecture License type: Architectural firm Address: 6671 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Suite 210, Las Vegas Owner: Bloc9 Architecture Blossum Group License type: Interjurisdictional business Address: 3300 Pollux Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Blossum Group Blue Sky Insurance Group License type: Insurance agency Address: 7260 W. Azure Drive, Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: Blue Sky Insurnace Group Bookie’s Brunch License type: Open-air vending Address: 1451 W. Owens Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Joycelyn Boston Braulio R. Arias-Lopez Insurance Agency License type: Insurance agency Address: 501 S. Rancho Drive, Suite H57, Las Vegas Owner: Braulio Arias-Lopez Buy Used Las Vegas License type: Secondhand dealer class II Address: 3851 Pennwood Ave., Suite 135, Las Vegas Owner: Monica Gabriel Cacti Grounds Management License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Ana Utter

$880,225 for 4,544 square feet, office 1505 Wigwam Parkway, Suite 201A, Henderson 89074 Landlord: Henderson Medical Properties Landlord agent: Barton Hyde and Scott Donaghe of Avison Young Tenant: Allcare for Women Tenant agent: Nicolas Barber of Cushman & Wakefield Commerce

Carl Huntsman License type: Real estate sales Address: 7465 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: Carl Huntsman

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Centennial Janitorial Services License type: Residential property maintenance Address: 1501 N. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Pablo Gouaille

Baby Guard Pool Fencing of Las Vegas License type: Sporting goods sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Heather Campa Baskin-Robbins License type: Restaurant Address: 4420 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 1, Las Vegas Owner: Flattco Holdings Bigfoot Garage Cabinets License type: Interjurisdictional business Address: 4200 W. Russell Road, Suite 112, Las Vegas Owner: Bigfoot Garage Cabinets

Casye Furniture License type: General retail sales Address: 1950 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Jorge Castro and Irma Yepiz

Chelsy Morisato License type: Real estate sales Address: 9525 Hillwood Drive, Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Chelsy Morisato Chris Butcher License type: Real estate sales Address: 10220 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 3, Las Vegas Owner: Butcher Chris Chun Hsien Chu License type: Real estate sales

Address: 9580 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 180, Las Vegas Owner: Chun Hsien Chu Cigar Bella License type: General services (counter/office) Address: Did not disclose Owner: Cigar Bella Code Red Towing License type: Automobile towing Address: 4432 El Carnal Way, Las Vegas Owner: North Side Towing Cox Solutions Store License type: General retail sales Address: 7930 W. Tropical Parkway, Suite 160, Las Vegas Owner: Cox Communications Las Vegas CrossCountry Mortgage License type: Mortgage lending Address: 10424 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 200, Henderson Owner: CrossCountry Mortgage Cut Above License type: Instruction services Address: 2620 Regatta Drive, Suite 102, Las Vegas Owner: Saar Bokstein Dairy Queen License type: Restaurant Address: 10475 Spencer St., Henderson Owner: Viet Tran Debbie Lopez License type: Real estate sales Address: 10000 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: Debbie Lopez Del Taco #1220 License type: Restaurant Address: 1616 E. Lake Mead Blvd., North Las Vegas Owner: Del Taco Desiree Hylton License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 2085 Village Center Circle, Suite 110, Las Vegas Owner: Desiree Hylton Divine Cafe License type: Catering with alcohol Address: 333 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: YNIE LLC

Owner: The Dunn Group Dragon Breath License type: Food specialty store Address: 875 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite 17, Las Vegas Owner: Zey LLC East 2 West License type: Management/marketing/consulting Address: 402 E. Country Club Drive, Henderson Owner: Ice Las Vegas Elegante Banquet Hall License type: Catering with alcohol Address: 3020 E. Bonanza Road, Suite 110, Las Vegas Owner: Bonanza Mojave Elyse Alexandria Photography License type: Photography Address: Did not disclose Owner: Elyse Holmes Enterprise Rent-A-Car License type: Auto rental Address: 2805 W. Centennial Parkway, Suite 105, North Las Vegas Owner: Enterprise Leasing Co.West Events With a Twist License type: Catering with alcohol Addresses: 401 S. Fourth St., Suite 105, Las Vegas; 475 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite B16, Las Vegas Owner: Jennifer Colacion Exhale Brands Nevada License type: Interjurisdictional business Address: 5775 Polaris Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Exhale Brands Nevada Express Mobile Detail License type: Mobile auto detailing Address: 6243 Fort Worth St., North Las Vegas Owner: BWS Group Faflak Private Investigations License type: Private investigators/related occupations Address: 1120 Strada Pecei, Henderson Owner: Daniel Paul Faflak Jr. Front Line Ready of Nevada License type: General services (counter/office) Address: Did not disclose Owner: Front Line Ready of Nevada

DMV Services & More License type: General services (counter/office) Address: 3031 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite D, Las Vegas Owner: Nevada Collision & Auto Repairs

Fundamental Basketball License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 1013 Evanwood Court, Henderson Owner: Corky Winn

Doilies and Sticks License type: Restaurant Address: 8609 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas

Gallo Law Office License type: Professional services Address: 818 S. Casino Center Blvd., Las Vegas

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Records and Transactions Owner: Law Office of James C. Gallo Garyscomics License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Gary Militonyan Gerald Ball License type: Real estate sales Address: 10750 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 180, Las Vegas Owner: Gerald Ball gITnoticed Marketing License type: Management/marketing/consulting Address: 3217 Via Seranova, Henderson Owner: Tobias Skelly Glencoe Management License type: Business support Address: 7548 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Barbara and Thomas McDonald Healthy Systems USA License type: General services (counter/office) Address: 7465 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 200, Las Vegas Owner: Spray Your Fat Away

License type: Real estate sales Address: 10000 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: James Operario John Patrick Graber License type: Real estate sales Address: 2431 Tech Center Court, Suite 106, Las Vegas Owner: John Graber John Scott License type: Real estate sales Address: 10000 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: John Scott JR Custom License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Patricia Schyler and Jonathan Radoff Just In Case License type: General retail sales Address: 875 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite 124, Las Vegas Owner: Alma-Or LLC Just In Case 2 License type: General retail sales Address: 875 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite 5, Las Vegas Owner: Alma-Or LLC

Herban America License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 125 Coventry Circle, Henderson Owner: Samuel Perea

K Jutsu Do License type: Health/fitness Address: 3100 E. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 10, North Las Vegas Owner: Evaristo Rodriguez

HHC Commercial Services License type: Property maintenance Address: 1552 W. Warm Springs Road, Suite 110, Henderson Owner: HHC Enterprises

Katrina Egnew License type: Real estate sales Address: 777 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Katrina Egnew

High Society Bus Co. License type: Motor transportation Address: 2025 E. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas Owner: High Society Bus Co.

Kemet Engram License type: Door-to-door solicitor and peddler Address: 2343 Koho Drive, Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Kemet Engram

Hummus Vegas License type: Restaurant Address: 318 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Falafel Vegas International Home USA License type: Management or consulting service Address: 5250 S. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 2131, Las Vegas Owner: Miyagi Inc. Ivan Rubio License type: General services (counter/office) Address: Did not disclose Owner: Ivan Rubio JAB Reptiles License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Joseph Griffin James Operario

BUILDING PERMITS $964,000, tenant improvement 8375 Eastgate Road, Henderson Henderson Freeway Crossing $549,505, commercial — alteration 1445 W. Craig Road, North Las Vegas Horizon Retail Construction $488,754, commercial — alteration 4145 Corporate Center Drive, North Las Vegas TWC Construction $408,359, commercial — alteration 1445 W. Craig Road, North Las Vegas Commercial Construction Consultants $309,577, single-family dwelling 2272 Sunrise Ridge Court, Hen-

$140,288, single-family dwelling x2 343 and 347 S. Milan St., Henderson D.R. Horton

$119,162, single-family dwelling 2459 Calestano Ave., Henderson Century Communities

$224,950, tenant improvement 2360 Corporate Circle, Suite 150, Henderson HCA Far West Division

$139,512, single-family dwelling 804 Rosewater Drive, Henderson Greystone Nevada

$117,775, single-family dwelling 4 Vicolo Verdi, Henderson Ryland Homes

$220,020, residential — new 3751 Allen Lane, North Las Vegas Did not disclose

$139,234, single-family dwelling x3 292, 300 and 304 Kindly Way, Henderson Woodside Homes

$117,276, single-family dwelling 2942 Tranquil Brook Ave., Henderson KB Home

$212,220, demolition 475 Rock Quarry Way, North Las Vegas Holder Construction Group

$138,680, single-family dwelling 468 Cadence View Way, Henderson Did not disclose

$115,890, single-family dwelling 3049 Historic Horizon Ave., Henderson Did not disclose

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$205,885, single-family dwelling 2114 Maderno St., Henderson Pardee Homes $200,000, commercial — alteration 2645 W. Cheyenne Ave., North Las Vegas Dakem & Associates $180,767, single-family dwelling x2 2262 and 2274 Brandwood Way, Henderson Pardee Homes $165,795, single-family dwelling 289 Homeward Way, Henderson Woodside Homes $165,684, single-family dwelling x2 2911 and 2919 Tremont Ave., Henderson D.R. Horton $161,914, single-family dwelling 171 Fulgora St., Henderson KB Home $160,971, single-family dwelling 1177 Scenic Edge St., Henderson Pulte Homes $156,258, single-family dwelling 2915 Tremont Ave., Henderson D.R. Horton $156,202, single-family dwelling 1453 Overseer Ave., Henderson KB Home $154,095, single-family dwelling 141 Clouded Ave., Henderson Pulte Homes $153,319, single-family dwelling 2270 Brandwood Way, Henderson Pardee Homes $145,356, rehabilitation 5016 Blue Rose St., North Las Vegas Stansberry Construction $142,395, single-family dwelling 3051 Casarano Court, Henderson Did not disclose $140,454, single-family dwelling 2816 Candelaria Drive, Henderson Ryland Homes

$138,680, single-family dwelling 465 Intonation St., Henderson Did not disclose $138,236, single-family dwelling 2266 Brandwood Way, Henderson Pardee Homes $136,906, single-family dwelling x3 2933, 2934, 3937 and 2938 Tranquil Brook Ave., Henderson Did not disclose $134,743, single-family dwelling 345 S. Milan St., Henderson D.R. Horton $131,250, single-family dwelling 296 Kindly Way, Henderson Woodside Homes $130,000, commercial — alteration 2315 E. Cheyenne Road, North Las Vegas Platinum Construction Group

$113,617, single-family dwelling 461 Intonation St., Henderson Did not disclose $109,846, single-family dwelling 3048 Young Bouvier Ave., Henderson Did not disclose $106,969, residential — new 4160 Seclusion Bay Ave., North Las Vegas Beazer Homes Holdings $106,850, commercial — addition 5670 Simmons St., North Las Vegas True Racking and Shelving Installers $102,527, single-family dwelling 2824 Aragon Terrace Way, Henderson Did not disclose

$128,754, single-family dwelling 297 Resolute Ave., Henderson Ryland Homes

$102,305, single-family dwelling 378 Inflection St., Henderson Richmond American Homes of Nevada

$123,986, single-family dwelling 536 Sterling Falls Ave., Henderson Did not disclose

$102,194, residential — new 3137 Cartanda Ave., Henderson KB Home

$123,946, demolition 13985 Grand Valley Parkway, North Las Vegas Construction Group International

$100,419, single-family dwelling 293 Resolute Ave., Henderson Ryland Homes

$123,154, single-family dwelling 574 Cultures St., Henderson Woodside Homes

$99,033, single-family dwelling 3041 Scenic Rhyme Ave., Henderson Century Communities

$121,546, single-family dwelling 2621 Cooper Gallery St., Henderson Beazer Homes

$96,261, residential — new 3143 Cartanda Ave., Henderson KB Home

$120,548, single-family dwelling 15 Nettle Leaf Ave., Henderson Ryland Homes

$92,823, single-family dwelling 3145 Umbria Hills Walk, Henderson KB Home

$119,494, single-family dwelling x2 366 and 390 Inflection St., Henderson Richmond American Homes of Nevada

$91,880, single-family dwelling 2939 Tranquil Brook Ave., Henderson Did not disclose

$119,272, single-family dwelling x3 668, 672 and 676 Look Lively Court, Henderson Did not disclose

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Category: domestic airlines (Ranked by number of passengers enplaned and deplaned at McCarran International Airport in 2016)

Airline

Passengers

Average daily flights

Average daily seats

Cities

Top executive

Southwest Airlines 2702 Love Field Drive Dallas, TX 75235 214-792-4000 • southwest.com

18,191,363

197.8

29,681

Gary Kelly, chairman/CEO

American Airlines 4333 Amon Carter Blvd. Fort Worth, TX 76115 800-433-7300 • aa.com

4,738,290

39.2

6,828

Doug Parker, chairman/CEO

Delta Air Lines 1030 Delta Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30354 404-715-2600 • delta.com

3,876,314

48.9

7,124

Ed Bastian, CEO

United Airlines 233 S. Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606 877-624-2660 • united.com

3,554,493

32.1

5,310

Oscar Munoz, CEO

Spirit Airlines 2800 Executive Way Miramar, FL 33025 954-447-7920 • spiritair.com

3,176,995

31.0

5,354

Robert Fornaro, president/CEO

Allegiant Air 1201 N. Town Center Drive Las Vegas, NV 89144 702-505-8888 • allegiantair.com

2,392,200

22.7

3,854

Maurice Gallagher Jr., chairman/ CEO

Virgin America* 19300 International Blvd. Seattle, WA 98188 206-433-3200 • virginamerica.com (*In December 2016, Alaska Air Group acquired Virgin America)

2,121,161

13.2

1,971

Ben Minicucci, CEO

Frontier Airlines 7001 Tower Road Denver, CO 80249 720-374-4200 • flyfrontier.com

1,908,641

19.0

2,746

Barry Biffle, CEO

The List

Category: international airlines (Ranked by number of passengers enplaned and deplaned at McCarran International Airport in 2016)

Airline

Passengers

Average daily flights

Average daily seats

Cities

Top executive

WestJet Based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada 888-937-8538 • westjet.com

936,073

9.7

1,628

Gregg Saretsky, president/CEO

Air Canada Based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada 514-422-5000 • aircanada.com

832,015

6.3

1,206

Calin Rovinescu, president/CEO

British Airways Based in Harmondsworth, Greater London, England 800-247-9297 • britishairways.com

333,734

1.4

478

Alex Cruz, chairman/CEO

Virgin Atlantic Airways Based in Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom 800-862-8621 • virgin-atlantic.com

307,205

0.5

235

Craig Kreeger, CEO

AeroMexico Based in Mexico City, Mexico 800-237-66639 • aeromexico.com

282,614

2.4

347

Andres Conesa Labastida, CEO

Volaris Airlines Based in Santa Fe, Alvaro Obregon, Mexico 855-865-2747 • volaris.com

232,673

2.4

422

Enrique Beltranena, CEO

Thomas Cook Airlines Based in London, England +44 (0)20-7557-6400 • thomascook.com

110,545

Peter Fankhauser, CEO

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