Locals to weigh in on ‘Mount Reagan’ proposal

A proposal to name the peak of Las Vegas’ Frenchman Mountain after President Ronald Reagan will receive a second hearing by a state naming board in September.

First, though, local officials will get a chance to weigh in on the idea, which conservative activist Chuck Muth presented to the Nevada State Board on Geographic Names on Tuesday.

Board chairwoman Linda Newman said Clark County and any townships or tribal entities near the mountain will be asked in writing for their input.

“They can tell us whatever they want, but compelling reasons are always appreciated,” she said. “If we don’t hear from them, we’ll take that as they’re OK with it.”

Newman stressed that the proposal only seeks to have the unnamed peak of Frenchman Mountain designated as Mount Reagan. She called Muth’s presentation “very impressive” and said the board will likely vote on the idea at its Sept. 10 meeting.

After that, the proposal will go to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names for a final ruling.

Contact reporter Henry Brean at hbrean@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0350.