News Summary
North Las Vegas is set for a significant change as voters look to select a new mayor with the current mayor term-limited. City Councilman Scott Black and Assemblymember Daniele Monroe-Moreno are the leading candidates. Both have distinct focuses as they address community concerns such as public safety, economic development, and higher education. With a growth in the city’s assessed valuation, the candidates are positioning themselves to shape the city’s future amid challenges like unemployment and rising living costs. The primary election is approaching, offering a chance for voters to influence the direction of North Las Vegas.
North Las Vegas is gearing up for a significant political shift as voters prepare to select a new mayor in 2026. Current Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown will be term-limited, creating an open race that is already heating up with City Councilman Scott Black and Assemblymember Daniele Monroe-Moreno emerging as the leading candidates.
As North Las Vegas continues to evolve, the city’s assessed valuation has experienced remarkable growth, tripling over the past decade to exceed $13 billion. Despite this financial progress, the community faces challenges, including higher unemployment rates. However, a pivotal opportunity lies in the 5,000 acres of land at Apex Industrial Park, which is poised for development and promises to create job opportunities for residents.
Scott Black, who has served on the city council since 2017, is committed to continuing the policies that have led to North Las Vegas’ growth. He emphasizes the importance of public safety and economic development as key priorities for his campaign. Throughout his eight years on the council, Black has cultivated strong relationships within the community and asserts that he is well aware of local concerns.
In contrast, Daniele Monroe-Moreno leverages her legislative background and strong local ties to advocate for the community. Currently, she is the speaker pro tempore of the Assembly and chairs the Ways and Means Committee, positioning her as one of the most influential Democrats in Nevada. Monroe-Moreno’s impactful experience includes serving as a corrections officer, and she aims to utilize her statewide relationships to bolster North Las Vegas.
Key Campaign Issues
Monroe-Moreno has set her sights on expanding higher education in North Las Vegas, promoting the idea of proposing a north campus for UNLV. She has expressed concerns about the rising cost of living and has introduced ideas to help residents, particularly the elderly, who prefer renting homes instead of buying.
Scott Black, on the other hand, highlights his involvement with the Apex Industrial Park, where he believes that infrastructure improvements can pave the way for significant economic advancement. He has launched the Small Business Connector program in conjunction with UNLV, aimed at supporting local businesses to create higher-paying jobs, rather than just minimum wage positions.
Community Concerns
Both candidates share an overarching goal of ensuring that the jobs created at Apex provide real career potential for residents. In light of recent immigration issues, particularly following an ICE raid affecting local businesses and families, Monroe-Moreno has stressed the need to address these challenges as part of her campaign. Public safety remains a top concern for Black, who emphasizes the importance of community protection while enforcing the law.
The filing period for the North Las Vegas mayoral election opens on March 2, 2026, with a primary election scheduled for June 9, 2026. Black has already garnered support from various local officials and law enforcement, reinforcing his campaign strategy. At the same time, Monroe-Moreno announced her candidacy at a graduation ceremony for Emerge Nevada, an initiative that empowers women to pursue political office.
Looking Ahead
With both candidates actively engaging with community members and laying out their visions for North Las Vegas, the race is poised to be competitive. As candidates prepare for the primary election, they will need to address the issues that matter most to residents, shaping the future of North Las Vegas in the years to come.
As current Mayor Goynes-Brown has favored Black as her preferred candidate, the political landscape continues to evolve, setting the stage for an engaging mayoral race as voters prepare to make a crucial decision in 2026.
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- Las Vegas Sun: NLV Mayoral Race Shaping Up
- Review Journal: Nevada Legislator to Run for North Las Vegas Mayor
- The Nevada Independent: Monroe-Moreno to Run for North Las Vegas Mayor
- KTNV: Southern Nevada Future is Bright
- The Nevada Independent: Surveying the 2026 House Challengers
- Google Search: North Las Vegas Mayor Election 2026
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