North Las Vegas park’s amphitheater getting a new roof
Craig Ranch Regional Park’s amphitheater is getting a new roof as part of a $1.6 million project approved by the North Las Vegas City Council this month.
The new roof will help the city “properly host bigger name artists, concerts and large-scale events that are drawn to North Las Vegas’ crown jewel,” said a Wednesday statement from the city. “This has been a growing concern as the venue continues to serve as a central hub for cultural, musical and community events throughout the year.”
The contract was awarded to A-1 Construction & Remodeling, LLC, which will demolish the current roof and erect a new one, according to the city.
The item passed unanimously in the April 16 consent agenda, which is approved or denied by a single vote with no discussion unless a council member pulls it aside for further debate.
The tax dollars will come from general funds dedicated to parks, the city said.
The open-air venue, which has a capacity of 10,000 people and sits on 7 acres, will celebrate its 10th birthday in October. It’s within the 170-acre, $130 million park at 628 W. Craig Road.
The city said it received two bids in February, with A-1 submitting the most “responsive & responsible bid.”
The amphitheater’s initial construction cost $8 million, which was mostly funded by grants, according to the city.
The venue is “completely customizable to various events,” the city said.
Musical acts like Phoebe Bridgers have performed there and former Vice President Kamala Harris held her last local rally at the amphitheater days before her November electoral defeat.
The Las Vegas-based builder will have 150 days to complete the project after the contract is finalized, according to the city.
Contact Ricardo Torres-Cortez at rtorres@reviewjournal.com.