ZZZ - GMG - VEGAS INC 2011-2014

May 23, 2011

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WHAT SHOULD BE THE NEXT MAYOR’S PRIORITY? “The next mayor of Las Vegas must find a way to unite the citizens of the city toward a common goal of a community.” James P. Reza vp, cultural development company “The top priority for our next mayor should be to represent our city in the best light and provide incentives for businesses and innovation.” Brett W. Sperry owner, brett Wesley gallery “Deal with the city’s budget and stay committed to simple principles like creating jobs and diversifying our economy.” Donna Toussaint board member, cai nevada “The development of downtown and job creation.” Sharon Traver marketing manager, colliers international “Create an atmosphere for future business growth.” Kate Thompson founder/owner, cupkates “Jobs.” Darrell Seagraves salesperson, logo apparel “To bring the film industry to Las Vegas. It would be a big boost, and it would employ a lot of people.” “Las Vegas will always need talent— educated, smart people to operate and grow businesses in town. I think all politicians need to take notice of the educational opportunities available to attract the right talent.” Sumita Batra ceo of sumita beauty Debrae Litt le owner/designer, debrae little interiors “Our next mayor needs to be proactive about keeping the City of Las Vegas out in front, pushing the redevelopment efforts of downtown and pushing the other council members to ensure all is being done to increase our quality of life.” Sam Cherry CEO, cherry development “Strong ambassadorship for , business— adding jobs, cost containment and efficiencies.” Frank Pankratz president, ehb companies 38 “One of the greatest priorities we see for the next mayor would be economic prosperity fueled by tourism, which creates job growth for the city’s residents.” Celeste Fierro partner, the one group “Expanding job opportunities. We’ve got to get people to work.” James Valkenburg vp/general manager, sage insurance services “Education. They’re making too many cuts to teachers.” Katinka Fresinski server, balboa pizza company “Creating more jobs.” Lorne Kandoll chef, the range steakhouse “The budget for our schools. They really gave our kids a bad ticket.” Christina Colwell stay-at-home mom “Education. That’s the basis of everything.” Albert Mayden retired “Pump up the economy, which includes providing jobs for more people.” John Egermayer executive vp, kia insurance “Foreclosures. Taking care of the people who are in trouble with their homes, which the banks should have done, but they didn’t.” Peggy Fortunato cocktail waitress “Fiscal responsibility. Making sure that the budget is balanced, and that the pay to firemen is in line with what they make in similar municipalities.” Megan Huegel co-owner, California closets “Promoting and supporting small businesses. The city hasn’t done a whole lot to help small businesses.” Ben Brownback CEO, dav productions

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