Six Southern Nevada government agencies and two regional organizations finalized an interlocal agreement to combine efforts in addressing the local impacts of climate change— such as extreme heat, drought and clean energy—and reduce carbon emissions. More than a ceremonial pledge, the signees to the agreement—under the banner of the All-In Regional Climate Coalition—are already collaborating on long-term solutions.

“Flash flooding, reduction of water resources, extreme heat and other climate-related impacts are already being felt by people who live, work and visit Southern Nevada,” said Clark County Commission Chairman Tick Segerblom. “This interlocal agreement ensures all our communities and organizations are working together to develop strategies that remain consistent with the overall goals while addressing the specific needs of each community.”

The Regional Climate Coalition is using the All-In Community Sustainability and Climate Action Plan for its principle roadmap. Developed by the Clark County Department of Environment and Sustainability, the All-In Plan was adopted by the Clark County Commission in April 2023 after an extensive public engagement process.

“With ongoing drought conditions affecting Lake Mead, water usage and water conservation remains top-of-mind for residents and businesses in Southern Nevada,” said John Entsminger, the Southern Nevada Water Authority’s general manager. “As we continue taking steps to address climate change, this collaborative effort across the region will help enhance and expand our community’s resiliency and long-term sustainability.”The interlocal agreement was signed by the cities of Boulder City, Henderson, Las Vegas, Mesquite and North Las Vegas. They are joined by Clark County, the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTCSNV) and the Southern Nevada Water Authority. Under the terms of the agreement, participation is voluntary.

“The city of Las Vegas has long been a leader when it comes to meeting the needs of today, while ensuring a sustainable future,” said, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman. “In 2014 the city of Las Vegas was recognized with the U.S. Conference of Mayors Climate Protection Award and sustainability continues to be a key priority today. The All-In Regional Climate Collaborative allows us and our partners to foster one another’s sustainability goals for the good of Southern Nevada.”

“Like other cities in Southern Nevada, Henderson has a diverse mix of residents and businesses and needs that are unique to our community,” said Henderson Mayor Michelle Romero. “Creating a healthy, livable and sustainable community is a strategic priority for the City of Henderson and we seek opportunities like this to partner on major initiatives that will advance our region, as a whole. The Regional Climate Collaborative ensures we’re working toward the same goals while customizing the All-In Community Plan to our specific needs.”

“As the regional planning agency, the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada is at the forefront of initiatives identifying areas of the valley most impacted by extreme heat,” said M.J. Maynard, chief executive officer of RTCSNV. “Recognizing that Clark County is one of the fastest-warming regions in the country, we remain dedicated to collaborating with our partners to devise long-term solutions to alleviate the effects of heat while concurrently advancing cleaner transportation options for our community.”

“Though our sustainability and climate resiliency needs may differ from our friends to our south, the City of Mesquite is definitely all-in on addressing the impacts of drought and extreme heat,” said Allan S. Litman, Mesquite’s mayor. “Collaboration will enhance our efforts as well as the efforts of our partners.”

“As one of the top five fastest growing cities in the nation, and a leader in industrial development, the City of North Las Vegas has a commitment to our companies and our residents to manage that growth in a sustainable way,” said North Las Vegas Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown. “We embrace the opportunity to work across municipal boundaries to address climate-related impacts that affect all of Southern Nevada.”

“Boulder City has a unique history and identity serving our community with consumer-owned electricity and water as the town that built Hoover Dam,” said Taylour Tedder, city manager for Boulder City. “We recognize the impacts of increased temperatures and sustained drought on our residents and are committed to working side-by-side with our partners to develop common sense solutions that will benefit our community as well as all of Clark County.”