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Experience & Qualifications
Labor
Leadership
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23-year President of Laborers Local 872
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Secured strong wages, healthcare, and retirement benefits for working families
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Longstanding advocate for worker protections and fair labor standards
Workforce Development
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Executive Board Member on both Governor-appointed and local workforce boards
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Developed career pathways connecting individuals to sustainable, high-quality employment
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Focused on long-term job placement and economic mobility
Education
and Skilled Trades
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Champion for apprenticeship and trades education programs
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Helped create opportunities for skilled careers with benefits and college credit
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Dedicated to strengthening the workforce through hands-on training
Planning and Economic Leadership
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Chairman and Vice Chairman, City of Las Vegas Planning Commission
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Current Planning Commissioner appointed by Mayor Shelley Berkley
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Commissioner for the City of Las Vegas 2050 Master Plan
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Guided long-term planning for responsible growth, infrastructure, and economic development
Protecting Workers
and Taxpayers
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Former Director, Nevada Foundation for Fair Contracting
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Ensured responsible use of taxpayer dollars
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Protected workers through fair and accountable contracting practices
Career Paths - Not Just Jobs
This experience positions Lou Desalvio to deliver real solutions for
workforce growth, economic stability, and attainable housing.