Crime and safety news from around the valley, Aug. 27-Sept. 2, 2015

Metro seeks police recruits

The Metropolitan Police Department is accepting applications for police recruits through 3 p.m. Aug. 31.

Candidates must possess a high school or general education diploma; have a valid Nevada driver's license; be age 21 by Oct. 6, the date of the fitness exam; be a U.S. citizen; have no misdemeanor convictions involving use/attempt of physical force; have no convictions involving a crime for which registration in Nevada is required; and pass a background test.

To apply or learn more about job requirements, visit lvmpd.com

Rampart sewer upgrade project nears completion

Overnight lane restrictions are planned through mid-September on Rampart Boulevard between Canyon Run and Alta drives while crews wrap up a sewer project on Rampart.

The $12 million project involves the installation of new 24-inch sewer pipe extending from Alta Drive to Lake Mead Boulevard.

Call 702-229-6272 or visit lasvegasnevada.gov.

Smoke Ranch Road project to cause lane closures

Road improvements are scheduled through early October on Smoke Ranch Road between Rainbow Boulevard and Rancho Drive.

Work is planned from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Traffic will generally be restricted to one lane in each direction, according to the city of Las Vegas.

Lake Mead Boulevard and Cheyenne Avenue are recommended as alternate routes for eastbound and westbound traffic.

Work will consist of the installation of rapid-flashing beacons at the intersections of Smoke Ranch with James Bilbray Drive and Maverick Street; reconstruction of deteriorated areas of pavement; and installation of new traffic delineations.

Following completion of the project, Smoke Ranch Road is set to have two travel lanes and a bicycle lane in the eastbound and westbound directions between Rainbow and Rancho.

Visit lasvegasnevada.gov.

Horizon Ridge Parkway project to cause lane restrictions

Lane restrictions are planned through September on Horizon Ridge Parkway between Green Valley Parkway and Valle Verde Drive as Southwest Gas replaces a high-pressure gas line.

The eastbound left lane of Horizon Ridge Parkway between Green Valley Parkway and Valle Verde Drive will be closed until the construction is completed, according to the city of Henderson. The project will affect traffic in both directions of Horizon Ridge Parkway.

During construction, slated from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, eastbound motorists will be redirected to a westbound lane, reducing traffic to one lane in each direction. From 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily, one eastbound lane and both westbound lanes will be open on Horizon Ridge Parkway. Night work will not be conducted.

Visit cityofhenderson.com.

Public feedback sought on state transportation projects

The Nevada Department of Transportation is seeking public comment on its planned projects.

The projects are outlined in the department's four-year planning document, available at estip.nevadadot.com.

The projects would aim to improve the capacity of Nevada's transportation system, such as increasing the number of lanes, constructing new roads and road extensions and conducting road maintenance and intersection improvements. Work also would include transit, rail, pedestrian walkway and bicycle facility projects.

Public comments must be submitted before Aug. 30 via email to tocpeacock@dot.state.nv.us or by mail to NDOT Program Development, Planning Office, Attn. Coy Peacock, Room 205, 1263 S. Stewart St., Carson City, NV 89712.

Drone owners must refrain from flying aircraft during fires

The Nevada Division of Forestry advised owners of unmanned aircraft, also known as drones, to keep them on the ground whenever firefighters and aircraft are battling fires.

Drones have previously interfered with manned aircraft involved in wildland firefighting operations, state officials said. Offenders may suffer civil and/or criminal consequences, including a fine ranging from $1,000 to $25,000.

For more information on unmanned aircraft rules and guidelines, visit knowbeforeyoufly.org.

Fostering Futures to honor advocates of children in foster care

Fostering Futures of Las Vegas, formerly Court Appointed Special Advocates, plans to honor volunteers who speak for children in foster care, as well as other valley child advocates, during a gala scheduled from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 10 inside the Titian and Veronese ballrooms at The Venetian, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South.

Tickets are available for $200 per seat or $1,800 for a table of 10 at fosteringfutureslv.org. Proceeds will benefit Fostering Futures of Las Vegas.

Fostering Futures of Las Vegas is a community-based program that recruits, trains and supports volunteers to advocate for the best interest of abused and neglected children in courtrooms and communities.

Exhibitors sought to showcase health and safety products, services

The city of Henderson Fire and Police departments are seeking businesses and nonprofits to exhibit during the Henderson Community Expo 2015 — National Night Out, planned from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 17 in the south parking lot at the Galleria at Sunset mall, 1300 W. Sunset Road.

Exhibitors must register by Sept. 24. The fee is $95 for businesses and $25 for nonprofits. The fee includes a 10-foot-by-10-foot tent canopy, an 8-foot table and two chairs. Registration forms are available at cityofhenderson.com.

Applicants should offer products and services promoting health and wellness, crime and fire prevention and public safety. Interactive demonstrations and activities that appeal to all age groups are encouraged.

Henderson's Fire and Police departments are partnering with community organizations, civic groups and area businesses to increase public awareness regarding health and safety resources in Southern Nevada.

The free event will be open to the public. Call the Henderson Fire Department at 702-267-2222 or email kathryn.hooper@cityofhenderson.com.

Free legal assistance and education clinics planned for seniors

Clinics for free legal assistance and free legal education are planned for seniors in the coming months.

— Legal assistance clinics at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd., are set from 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 16, covering identity theft, and Nov. 18, focusing on estate planning basics.

— A legal education clinic at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd., is slated from 5 to 6 p.m. Oct. 28, dealing with sealing criminal records.

— Legal assistance clinics at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway, are scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 21, focusing on identity theft; and Dec. 16, addressing estate planning basics.

Contact Carmela Reed at Nevada Legal Services at 702-386-0404, ext. 140, or creed@nlslaw.net.