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Hotline asks: Why isn't Sandoval in the 2016 chatter?
The good news for Nevada Democrats is that The Hotline mentioned the patient dumping scandal today when talking about Gov. Brian Sandoval. The bad news for Nevada Democrats is that The Hotline mentioned it while wondering why Sandoval and New Mexico's Susana Martinez are not inlcuded in governors talked about as possible 2016 White House contenders. Here's what the National Journal's insider publication published in its Spotlight feature today by Hotline boss Reid Wilson:
Huge contributor to Las Vegas mayor's campaign heads company under investigation
A company headed by the largest contributor to Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman's campaign is under investigation for mishandling millions of dollars in client money.
White Pine pines for mining
Premium subscribers to this site have already seen a memo prepared by White Pine County as the resolution to remove mining taxation from the Consttitution comes up for a vote. Now, the county's community and economic development boss, Jim Garza, has sent the memo with a cover letter to legislative leaders. Could it scuttle SJR 15? We'll know soon. I've attached it here.
LEEDing the way: The green tax breaks
I have already detailed millions in property tax breaks that parcels, mostly casino-resorts, are reaping from a property tax cap that has outlived its usefulness. There are other breaks, too, that gamers and others are taking advantage of, these ones by building those Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design buildings. It's a lot of money, records show: Ventian/Palazzo multiple projetcs: $3.1 million
Graham, McCain in Vegas tonight for event with the Adelsons
The Two Amigos (Kelly Ayotte is not with them) are in Las Vegas tonight for an event at -- where else? -- The Venetian. Sens. Lindsey Graham and John McCain are being feted by Sheldon and Miriam Adelson. It's a fundraiser for Graham with McCain billed as "the special guest." Invite attached.
Anatomy of a scandal: How the patient dumping crisis developed
My rant about property tax breaks for big parcels (read: gamers)
I've already detailed some of the bigger tax breaks, thanks to an eight-year-old cap. last night, I had more to say.
Metro wins arbitration over police union
The decision is posted here. Key part is that arbitartor found increases will have to be repaid. Retroactive paybacks! This could get ugly.
As Democrats prepare tax plan, the natives are getting restless
Ruben Murillo did not hesitate. “If we leave this legislative session without any commitment to stable funding, there’s going to be a lot of people demanding answers,” the incoming head of the state teachers union said. “We will hold them accountable.” Even Democrats? Again, he did not pause. “Everyone,” he said, emphasizing the word, “will be held accountable.”