Analyzing Financial Trends in Southern Nevada’s Local Electoral Contests

Millions of dollars have been invested in the Southern Nevada local election races, with approximately $1.6 million raised between July and September this year. The Clark County Commission race and city council contests are particularly noteworthy as they reflect diverse fundraising efforts.

In the race for the Clark County Commission District F seat, nonpartisan candidate Becky Harris leads with nearly $192,000 raised this quarter, including a self-loan of $100,000. In contrast, Assm. Heidi Kasama (R-Las Vegas) has raised about $153,000 and spent around $53,000. The North Las Vegas mayoral race is competitive, with Assm. Daniele Monroe-Moreno raising $156,000 compared to Scott Black’s $204,800. Meanwhile, in Henderson, Mayor Michelle Romero significantly outpaced former police chief Hollie Chadwick, raising $178,400 to Chadwick’s $29,730 during this election cycle.