Meeting

Access City Council - Councilwoman Shondra Summers-Armstrong

Body

City of Las Vegas TV

Date

March 30, 2026

Jurisdiction

State & Local

📚 Education 🏥 Healthcare Grants & Funding Policy

This City of Las Vegas TV program featuring Councilwoman Shondra Summers-Armstrong on March 30, 2026, focused primarily on community development and public health initiatives in Ward 5. A significant portion of the discussion highlighted the Westside Education and Training Center (Wetsy), a collaborative effort between the city and the College of Southern Nevada, which offers free and low-cost training programs in high-demand fields such as advanced manufacturing, healthcare, IT, and construction. The center aims to provide equitable access to career opportunities for residents of the historic Westside community, which has some of the lowest income levels in Southern Nevada. The councilwoman and partners emphasized outreach efforts, including door-to-door engagement and a community kickoff event to raise awareness and encourage participation. Additionally, the meeting addressed local efforts to improve Black maternal health outcomes, including legislation to enable Medicaid payment for doulas and upcoming events during Black Maternal Health Week to build community support and resources. The program also featured a cultural segment on the history of Black Vegas, underscoring the importance of heritage and community identity. No specific contract awards, RFPs, or procurement actions were discussed during this meeting.

Source

City of Las Vegas TV