Funding Shift for Sinking North Las Vegas Neighborhood Sparks Concern

North Las Vegas, NV – A plan to rebuild a North Las Vegas neighborhood with sinking foundations has hit a snag. Windsor Park, which was allocated $37 million in federal funds to replace homes damaged by unstable ground, is now facing a proposed funding shift by Governor Joe Lombardo.

Lombardo wants to reallocate $25 million of the designated federal funds and replace them with state general funds, citing concerns over a deadline tied to the federal money. His office insists the project will still receive the full $37 million and that this change ensures timely completion.

However, the proposal has sparked anxiety among Windsor Park residents who fought for years to secure the initial funding. At an emergency meeting held Saturday, residents and State Senator Dina Neal expressed their apprehension.

“The money’s been allocated, set aside. Now, all of a sudden, it’s moving too slowly,” one resident remarked, skeptical of the Governor’s reasoning. Senator Neal echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the hard-won nature of the original allocation. “We feel some kind of way when you decide well, I would like to take what was hard fought for, what was prayed over for months, years!”

A spokesperson for Governor Lombardo defended the proposal, stating it “guarantees the future of the Windsor Park community” by avoiding potential complications with federal guidelines and deadlines. The statement further characterized any opposition as “political and disingenuous.”

This situation highlights the challenges faced by communities seeking assistance for infrastructure issues. While the Governor’s office maintains the project remains fully funded, the proposed shift has understandably fueled distrust among residents who have already endured years of uncertainty regarding their homes. The debate over the funding mechanism raises questions about transparency and accountability in disaster relief efforts.

Source: Fox 5 Vegas