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Mayor Pro Tempore, Ward 3· 2017-2026

Scott Black

North Las Vegas

About

Scott Black's mayoral campaign focuses on managing growth and development, enhancing public safety, and addressing affordability and costs for residents in North Las Vegas. As a sitting city council member, his platform centers on staying the course and addressing the key practical concerns of the community.

Campaign promises (3)

  • taxes
    Scott Black campaigned on addressing costs and affordability for residents in North Las Vegas.
  • public-safety
    Scott Black prioritized public safety as a key issue in his mayoral campaign.
  • development
    Scott Black focused on managing city growth and development during his campaign.

At a glance

News mentions
7

Term ending Dec 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
22
Total speaking time
1:40:21
Avg per meeting
4:34
Segments
1428

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Filtered to Public Safety

Top issues during term (18)(Public Safety)

medium↑Nov 2026[10]

New Fire Chief Appointment

Salary of $211,769 plus benefits, already accounted for in the city's personnel budget.

medium↓Mar 2026[6]

Library Staff Development and Operational Growth

Operates within the approved library district operating budget.

high↓Aug 2026[5]

Veteran Food Security and Direct Support

Funded through private donations and community fundraising.

critical↓Aug 2026[5]

Veteran Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

Volunteer-driven with grant and community support.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

fire department training center

It's an investment in local safety that should pay off by keeping our emergency services sharp and efficient.

high↓Aug 2026[5]

Federal Legislation and VA Disability Ratings

Federal budgetary impact on veteran disability compensation.

high↓Aug 2026[5]

Police Union Health Benefit Stipend MOUs

$58,000 for the affected members during the current period.

high↓Jul 2026[4]

School Zone Traffic Safety Regulations

Establishes civil infraction penalties up to $500 plus an additional fine up to $250 for school zone violations.

high↓May 2026[4]

Electric Micromobility Regulations

None

high↓May 2026[2]

Protection Against VA Claim Sharks

Prevents veterans from losing portions of their earned benefits to unauthorized fees.

medium↓Aug 2026[2]

police recruitment

It takes tax dollars to train and equip them, but beefing up the force could save money down the road by cutting down on expensive overtime.

medium↓Jul 2026[2]

Hazardous Spill Cost Recovery

Allows the city to recover response, containment, and decontamination costs from responsible parties.

high↓Jan 2026[1]

Ambulance and Mobile Medical Services Code Update

Licensing fees and regulatory compliance costs apply to commercial medical transport providers.

high↓Feb 2026[1]

Ambulance Franchise and Rate Updates

Impacts ambulance service rates and operational fees for medical transport providers.

high↓Feb 2026[1]

Veteran Support and Resource Coordination

Programs are funded through local fundraising, grants, and organizational partnerships.

medium↓May 2026[0]

police shooting

No direct financial impact has been announced.

medium→Mar 2026[0]

Swimming Pool and Spa Pet Door Safety Regulations

Minimal compliance costs for property owners installing required pool barrier alarms.

medium→Jul 2026[0]

City Marshal P.O.S.T. Certification Requirements

Minimal fiscal impact associated with civil service recruitment standards.

Decisions during term (3)

Recorded while Black was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.