Boulder City is a unique and interesting town in Nevada. Unlike its big neighbors Las Vegas and Henderson, Boulder City cherishes and embraces its history. In addition, Boulder City is a small town with a big heart. The people of Boulder City are friendly and helpful, eager to welcome newcomers and dedicated to retaining the small town charm of this wonderful community.
This week’s Boulder City Podcast features a discussion with John Chase, who has recently been appointed to the board of directors for Rotary International, an organization of service clubs that stretches around the world. Chase explains what that means and why the two Boulder City clubs are important to the community. He’s also a former deputy police chief in Boulder City and the owner of an insurance agency in town.
We’ve all seen them coming into town. The mini-buses that are taking customers to the Boulder City airport to jump on a flight of some kind to see the wonders of the Grand Canyon region from on high. But did you know that the chief operator at the airport, Papillon Helicopters, is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year and is the world’s largest and longest-running helicopter tour company? Something to be proud of and we talk with Justin Tomlin, the CEO and 3rd generation of the family that launched the company, about the rich history of Papillon and the bright future. With almost 300,000 annual passengers, Papillon is a major contributor to Boulder City tourism and the expect to add to that with the new attractions currently underway in tow. Tomlin spoke with Boulder City Podcast host Roger Gros from the conference room at company headquarters in the airport terminal in November.
Ned Thomas is the new city manager for Boulder City. He is very experienced in public service with a background in city planning, engineering and other disciplines. Learn about his career and why he came to take the position in Boulder City.
This week’s Boulder City Podcast features Jean Widner, the author of a new book, “The Adoption Paradox: Putting Adoption in Perspective.” The book reveals the history, the conflicts and the issues surrounding adoption.
Linder Wellness is a holistic studio in Boulder City that focuses on yoga, sound therapy and Reiki healing. Michelle Linder lives in Boulder City and established her business in 2020 and recently expanded.
In this episode, we sit down with Mayor Joe Hardy, who is now serving his third year as mayor, after serving for more than two decades as state senator and assemblyman representing Boulder City. His tenure as mayor has been relatively quiet, with a city council that may not always agree but are civil to one another. Hardy says his time as mayor has been rewarding and points to improvements in the city’s utility systems, its financial position and its reasonable growth program. He also addresses the need to add more students to the city’s schools in order to retain the funding level from Clark County that the city currently receives, as well as discussing the now underway Railroad Museum and what that will mean for Boulder City. He spoke with BC Podcast host Roger Gros in the City Council chambers in City Hall in February.
Get ready for the 1920s to return to Boulder City with a New Year’s Eve Block Party. Amber Cunningham, of Main Street Boulder City, explains.
This week’s Boulder City Podcast features a discussion with Grant Turner, the owner of the new Skinny Bar in downtown Boulder City.
Matt Fox, City Council member, is running for re-election on November 5.
Amy Carvalho is the chairwoman of the Nevada Board of Regents and is running for re-election on November 5.