Henderson’s On a Roll: Crime Down, Development Up, and Big Plans Ahead

In a city once known mostly as Las Vegas’ quieter neighbor, Henderson is making serious noise — the good kind. At the recent State of the City address, Mayor Michelle Romero laid out the kind of stats that make residents breathe easier and investors take notice.

Violent crime? Down 18%.
Deadly traffic crashes? Cut in half.

While some cities are playing defense, Henderson’s going full offense — and it’s working.

Romero spotlighted ongoing efforts to modernize and diversify Henderson’s footprint. One of the big reveals: a full-blown redevelopment of the old Fiesta site. Locals who remember the neon glow now get to look forward to something even brighter — a revitalized hub designed for the future.

Also in the pipeline: the “Re-Imagine Boulder Highway” project, aiming to turn one of the city’s busiest corridors into a safer, more connected stretch. Translation: fewer car horns, more crosswalks and coffee shops.

This isn’t just about buildings — it's about building community. Henderson is welcoming new master-planned communities and parks designed with families in mind. It's the kind of growth that doesn’t just attract newcomers, but keeps longtime residents invested.

Education got its moment too, with Romero proudly noting that Henderson is home to 33 five-star schools. That's not just a flex — that’s nearly a third of all top-rated schools nationwide.

In perhaps the most down-to-earth moment of her address, Romero emphasized something refreshingly simple: the city still listens. That feedback from residents? It’s not just filed away — it’s fueling the next phase of Henderson’s evolution.

This isn’t just a check-in — it’s a checkpoint. Henderson isn’t settling for “good enough.” It’s setting the bar for what a modern, safe, and community-centered city looks like in 2025.

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