New AG Aaron Ford named four women to his senior staff. [Las Vegas Sun]
Not Nevada specific, but one federal judge is not cutting government attorneys any slack over the shutdown. [Above the Law]
Governor Sisolak appointed Sandra Douglass Morgan as the new chair of the Gaming Control Board. [TNI]
Attorney Randall Jones and a business partner are in escrow to buy and redevelop Bonnie Springs. [LasVegasNow]
The Goldwater Institute filed a petition in Arizona seeking to separate the regulatory and trade association functions along the lines adopted by the Nebraska Supreme Court. In addition, the petition asks for the implementation of heightened financial transparency requirements via a detailed and independent annual audit of the Arizona Bar’s expenditures. The petition is here. Will Nevada be far behind?
Why is it a tragedy? All of those people who want to keep the Red Rock Canyon as is should put their money together and buy Bonnie Springs from the owner(s) so they can prevent the development as the rightful owners. The key here: They do not own the property. The owners who currently own Bonnie Springs have maintained the property as is for many years and now they want to profit and sell. Who can blame them.
Check yourself. 10:07 AM here. I never said the sale should be stopped or that government should intervene. OF COURSE the property owners have the right to use (or sell their property) as they see fit. That doesn't mean it isn't simultaneously a tragedy. I have little kids who love to go out there. I like to go out there. It is a tragedy that is coming to an end. Your response reminds me of the Dunning-Kruger folks on the far right who so condescendingly correct anyone who refers to American democracy by stating that, "Actually, we're a Constitutional Republic." Maybe you're also one of those? American democracy has all stripes, after all.
So yes, we all understand basic property rights. Surely, though, you understand that it is a tragedy to lose a place like Bonnie Springs.
"The owners who currently own Bonnie Springs have maintained the property as is for many years and now they want to profit and sell."
Well, no. Bonnie, the former owner, died. Her kids, who have been running the ranch for the last 10 years or so, sold it to Randall Jones and others.
That said, having a housing development out there is an idea that's been kicked around since at least the 60s, with the 2000s seeing their own version of it. I guess it's an idea that couldn't be delayed any longer. Still, although I personally thought of BSR as a bit hokey and overpriced, the kids loved going there. We'll miss it.
Come on. If I am Save Red Rock, a plan that involves 20 homes (and a commitment to stop at 20 homes) is the best way to preserve the Ranch as is. Without Randall, Jim Rhodes tries to build 350 homes there. Attendance was sparse out and unsustainable. Kudos to Randall and Joel Laub (like Laub & Laub Joel Laub?) on stepping up.
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January 10, 2019 6:16 pm
I love Bonnie Springs but it's in desperate need of a complete renovation. That being said I'd prefer present Bonnie Springs to a housing development. In a perfect world I would love to see the whole setup completely renovated with modern facilities.
I remember it as a fun adventure for the family, but the last time I took my children there, I was glad their tetanus shots were up to date. The place was filthy.
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January 10, 2019 6:17 pm
Any updates on James Leavitt? Praying for a good outcome.
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January 10, 2019 9:30 pm
"It is also vandalism wantonly to destroy or to permit the destruction of what is beautiful in nature, whether it be a cliff, a forest, or a species of mammal or bird. Here in the United States we turn our rivers and streams into sewers and dumping-grounds, we pollute the air, we destroy forests, and exterminate fishes, birds and mammals…" T. Roosevelt
I swear the mantra of this state is, "if it's not federally owned or specifically protected, there is no reason a developer shouldn't use it for high-density housing." C'mon people – let's stop developing around the 159 and keep the one pretty part of our community intact for everyone's enjoyment – now and in the future.
If you’re one of those savvy, critical-thinking people who realize that only a few tree-hugging hippies worship “natural beauty,” that there’s no difference between the small area in the Springs Mountain Range we’re talking about and the vast majority of Nevada that looks like the 85% you refer to, I have an AMAZING investment opportunity for you.
BSR is buying around 72 acres and committing to 20 homes (average 1 home per 3 acres). To the east of Bonnie Springs Ranch, there are already 4 residential lots (averaging 2 acres apiece). Most people do not even know that they are there. BSR's plan offers the chance to preserve the ecology and environment. I do not generally trust JRJ as far as I can throw him, but this plan looks good. As a poster above said, Bonnie is gone. Her family is not going to maintain it. This offers the best opportunity to preserve it.
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January 11, 2019 4:43 pm
Anyone have a good synopsis of the changes to NRCP? Is it basically just FRCP?
8:43 AM–Synopsis of the changes to NRCP. The rules go into effect on March 1, 2019. These are major changes which will affect the practice. There will be seminars covering the changes. There will be an issue of the Nevada Lawyer in June discussing the rules changes. Comments were submitted to the Supreme docket on the rules changes that summarize the rules changes.
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January 11, 2019 5:38 pm
June, June! Holy Hole in a Doughnut!The new Rules go into effect March 1, 2019.
It appears that Aaron Ford has put together a fine team of accomplished women. Anyone who has worked with him knows he likes to delegate.
The development of Bonnie Springs is a tragedy.
What, you don't want a hotel and restaurant out there?
Why is it a tragedy? All of those people who want to keep the Red Rock Canyon as is should put their money together and buy Bonnie Springs from the owner(s) so they can prevent the development as the rightful owners. The key here: They do not own the property. The owners who currently own Bonnie Springs have maintained the property as is for many years and now they want to profit and sell. Who can blame them.
10:27,
Check yourself. 10:07 AM here. I never said the sale should be stopped or that government should intervene. OF COURSE the property owners have the right to use (or sell their property) as they see fit. That doesn't mean it isn't simultaneously a tragedy. I have little kids who love to go out there. I like to go out there. It is a tragedy that is coming to an end. Your response reminds me of the Dunning-Kruger folks on the far right who so condescendingly correct anyone who refers to American democracy by stating that, "Actually, we're a Constitutional Republic." Maybe you're also one of those? American democracy has all stripes, after all.
So yes, we all understand basic property rights. Surely, though, you understand that it is a tragedy to lose a place like Bonnie Springs.
"The owners who currently own Bonnie Springs have maintained the property as is for many years and now they want to profit and sell."
Well, no. Bonnie, the former owner, died. Her kids, who have been running the ranch for the last 10 years or so, sold it to Randall Jones and others.
That said, having a housing development out there is an idea that's been kicked around since at least the 60s, with the 2000s seeing their own version of it. I guess it's an idea that couldn't be delayed any longer. Still, although I personally thought of BSR as a bit hokey and overpriced, the kids loved going there. We'll miss it.
Late 90's mini golf course grave yard up at Mount Charleston, need I say more? Leave Bonnie Springs alone.
Come on. If I am Save Red Rock, a plan that involves 20 homes (and a commitment to stop at 20 homes) is the best way to preserve the Ranch as is. Without Randall, Jim Rhodes tries to build 350 homes there. Attendance was sparse out and unsustainable. Kudos to Randall and Joel Laub (like Laub & Laub Joel Laub?) on stepping up.
I love Bonnie Springs but it's in desperate need of a complete renovation. That being said I'd prefer present Bonnie Springs to a housing development. In a perfect world I would love to see the whole setup completely renovated with modern facilities.
I remember it as a fun adventure for the family, but the last time I took my children there, I was glad their tetanus shots were up to date. The place was filthy.
Any updates on James Leavitt? Praying for a good outcome.
"It is also vandalism wantonly to destroy or to permit the destruction of what is beautiful in nature, whether it be a cliff, a forest, or a species of mammal or bird. Here in the United States we turn our rivers and streams into sewers and dumping-grounds, we pollute the air, we destroy forests, and exterminate fishes, birds and mammals…" T. Roosevelt
I swear the mantra of this state is, "if it's not federally owned or specifically protected, there is no reason a developer shouldn't use it for high-density housing." C'mon people – let's stop developing around the 159 and keep the one pretty part of our community intact for everyone's enjoyment – now and in the future.
84.9 % of the state is owned by the federal government. Your worries are overblown.
7:25,
If you’re one of those savvy, critical-thinking people who realize that only a few tree-hugging hippies worship “natural beauty,” that there’s no difference between the small area in the Springs Mountain Range we’re talking about and the vast majority of Nevada that looks like the 85% you refer to, I have an AMAZING investment opportunity for you.
BSR is buying around 72 acres and committing to 20 homes (average 1 home per 3 acres). To the east of Bonnie Springs Ranch, there are already 4 residential lots (averaging 2 acres apiece). Most people do not even know that they are there. BSR's plan offers the chance to preserve the ecology and environment. I do not generally trust JRJ as far as I can throw him, but this plan looks good. As a poster above said, Bonnie is gone. Her family is not going to maintain it. This offers the best opportunity to preserve it.
Anyone have a good synopsis of the changes to NRCP? Is it basically just FRCP?
8:43 AM–Synopsis of the changes to NRCP. The rules go into effect on March 1, 2019. These are major changes which will affect the practice. There will be seminars covering the changes. There will be an issue of the Nevada Lawyer in June discussing the rules changes. Comments were submitted to the Supreme docket on the rules changes that summarize the rules changes.
June, June! Holy Hole in a Doughnut!The new Rules go into effect March 1, 2019.
Exactly what we've come to expect in terms of timely guidance from the Bar.