State of Nevada Agency for Nuclear Projects
The Agency for Nuclear Projects oversees the federal high-level radioactive waste disposal program; participates in the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s (NRC) licensing proceeding for the proposed Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository; carries out independent technical, socioeconomic, and other studies; coordinates with state agencies and local governments on matters relating to radioactive waste and transportation; provides information to the Governor, Legislature, Commission on Nuclear Projects, the public, and any interested parties; and provides technical and policy support with regard to other federal nuclear waste activities in Nevada.
The City of Boulder City, Nevada is a beautiful high oasis in the desert (elevation 2500) with green lawns and clean, tree-shaded streets overlooking Lake Mead and the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The City is five miles from Lake Mead, eight miles from Hoover Dam and 21 miles south of Las Vegas, the “Entertainment Capital of the World.”
Glendale today is the sports destination for all of Arizona, as Jobing.com Arena and NHL Coyotes continue to attract fans to new growth in the far western areas of the city. The state-of-the-art University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. is also host to the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl and BCS Championship games as well as the 2008 Super Bowl.
The City of Henderson, Nevada, was officially incorporated on April 16, 1953. On May 23, 1953, Henderson, with its population of 7,410, elected Dr. Jim French as the town’s first Mayor. Originally about 13 square miles in size, the City quickly began to grow and flourish. Today, the City of Henderson has grown to more than 103 square miles and is the second largest city in Nevada. Henderson is often referred to as having small town values with big city efficiencies. The city’s official slogan “Henderson-a Place to Call Home” reflects a community that enjoys small town values while benefiting from big city efficiencies.
The city of Las Vegas was founded on May 15, 1905, when 110-acres of land was purchased in what is now downtown Las Vegas. Today, the city is home to more than 600,000 residents who live, work and play across 133.8 square miles. With 294 annual days of sunshine, residents can enjoy 72 parks, 12 swimming pools, more than 500 miles of bike lanes and 1,000 miles of outdoor trails.
Over the years the small pioneer town of Mesquite has grown and changed. With all of the advancements and growth that have come, Mesquite remains connected to its rich heritage because the great people of this city continue “Pioneering With Pride”.
Located at the northern tip of the Las Vegas Valley, North Las Vegas is one of Nevada’s fastest growing cities. North Las Vegas is characterized by its friendly atmosphere, development opportunities, civic pride and responsive government. Located in Clark County, the 100.48 square-mile City is surrounded by majestic mountains, desert valleys and an underlying current of dynamic growth. North Las Vegas has something for everyone including vacation, recreational, cultural and historical attractions.
Clark County Nuclear Waste Division