Another Reason Why I Love Las Vegas!

Las Vegas has one of the BEST mayors in the US!

Mayor Oscar Goodman, a former mob attorney, has been our mayor since 1999 - he is serving his third and final term and I think the city will be very sad to see him go come 2011.

Mayor Goodman portrayed himself in the movie Casino, proclaims himself to be "The Happiest Mayor in the Universe" and has proven his love of Las Vegas by his driven, continued investment in our great city.

The region of "Las Vegas Proper" was becoming run down and during Mr. Goodman's term, has seen a huge revitalization in the downtown region, including the revamping of Fremont Street; the original "Strip", and the tremendous projects underway in Union Park, including the Lou Ruvo Brain Center, The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, as well as The World Market Design Center and Showrooms, The World Jewelry Center, oh the list goes on!

Some residential areas that I am passionate about, like the John S. Park District, have become historic districts in the last few years during Mayor Goodman's presence.

Las Vegas proper will absolutely miss this man who has given so much to one little city in the desert. I hope his successor will bring just as much passion for Las Vegas to the table.

Have a great day! It's sunny and toasty in Las Vegas!