In late June, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a long-standing precedent to allow property owners to go directly to federal court if they feel that state and local regulations are depriving landowners of the use of their property. The decision was sharply divided with all five of the court’s conservatives voting for the ruling in a 5-4 split. This ruling could become … [Read more...] about New Options for Property Owners
Archives for August 2019
2019 Women to Watch
Women in Nevada are leaders, influencers, business owners, executives and mentors. Female executives are a vital part of the business community and are impacting the future of the Silver State in a variety of ways. The 2019 Class of Women to Watch are by no means “up and comers." Instead, they have each created a legacy and have made an indelible mark on Nevada. In the … [Read more...] about 2019 Women to Watch
Investment StrategiesA Look at Today’s Market
While every investor should have their own financial goals and strategies to achieve those goals, 2019 is proving to be a solid year for most of those goals. Investment advisors are quick to recommend investors meet with advisors to best analyze their long-term and short-term financial goals and build those strategies, but that advice doesn’t change the general rules of … [Read more...] about Investment Strategies
Moving Goods from A to BNevada’s Logistics Industry is Strong
When imported merchandise arriving on the West Coast can’t be sold due to some type of problem, such as incorrect labeling, loose threads, minor damage and the like, Quality Corrections & Inspections (QCI), a company with a base in Henderson, resolves the issue, quickly returning the merchandise to first quality and the supply chain. In doing so, QCI mitigates the potential … [Read more...] about Moving Goods from A to B
Industry FocusPublic Servants
Public servants at state and local government are committed to improving Nevada for both individuals and the businesses they run. From listening to constituents to working through complex issues, seasoned public servants are at the core of change in the Silver State. Recently, public leaders met at the Reno offices of City National Bank to discuss the state of the state and the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Entitlements and ZoningGetting Through the Process
Some industry-specific terms become part of the general language even when not everyone can define them. Most people understand what zoning means. But ask a handful of representatives from different government entities how their entitlements process works and most will respond with, “What do you mean by entitlements?” Clarifying the Term “You own a piece of … [Read more...] about Entitlements and Zoning
Around the StateAugust 2019
Mineral County Joins Nevada's Sierra Region The economic development service area of the Northern Nevada Development Authority (NNDA) has now been expanded to include Mineral County. The addition grows Nevada’s Sierra region to a total land mass of 7,009 square miles and a population of over 165,450. In addition to Mineral County, the region includes Carson City and Douglas, … [Read more...] about Around the State
The Collective Bargaining Monopoly is a Disservice to Public Workers
The monopoly power that labor unions have over a workplace is something that no one, not even the rank-and-file union members themselves, particularly enjoy. This point comes into focus every year during National Employee Freedom Week (August 18 – 24), when government employees are reminded of their right to “opt out” of membership if they don’t want to financially support … [Read more...] about The Collective Bargaining Monopoly is a Disservice to Public Workers
Tim Deters
President & CEO, TRU Development Co. Type of Business: Real Estate DevelopmentBased: Las Vegas, NVHails From: Rockford, IL Years Co. has been in Nevada: 5Years with Company in Nevada: 5Employees with Company: 12 Who in your life has been instrumental to your success? My family, they are my motivation and my driving force each day. What was your first job? … [Read more...] about Tim Deters
Commercial RE ReportIndustrial Summary Second Quarter 2019
Northern Nevada By CBRE Reno During the first half of the year, the Northern Nevada industrial market laid a strong foundation for a successful second half of 2019. Robust transactional activity coupled with healthy construction activity were at the forefront of the market’s success. Construction completions totaled 1.1 million square feet during the quarter, driving the … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Business IndicatorsAugust 2019
The “third” estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the first quarter of 2019 remained unchanged, up by 3.1 percent at an annualized rate, from the “second” estimate. U.S. nonfarm employment rebounded sharply after a disappointing gain in May, adding 224,000 jobs in June. Big gains occurred in the professional and business services and healthcare sectors. The … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Last WordWhat Do You Do When You’ve Hit a Wall, Metaphorically?
Tennille K. Pereira, ESQ. Director Vegas Strong Resiliency Center “Daily self-care is important, and it’s something I practice and recommend gun violence survivors pursue. I enjoy working out and quietly reflecting outdoors. Eating healthy, tasty meals also helps me re-center.” Marisa Rodriguez President Latino Bar Association and Member of Weinberg, Wheeler, … [Read more...] about Last Word
Thomas & Mack Company Swims into Water SavingsWith Landscape Conversion
McCarran Center Office Complex The “bathtub ring” around Lake Mead—indicating the high-water mark 130 feet above the current lake level—is a familiar sight for people living in Southern Nevada. For Leslie Shurmur, the ring not only serves as a reminder of decreasing water levels in the lake—the source of 90 percent of our community’s supply—but it also has taken on a … [Read more...] about Thomas & Mack Company Swims into Water Savings