Las Vegas council swears in Frances Allen Polanski and Nancy Bruni; honors local principal

The Las Vegas City Council on July 1 administered the oath of office to Frances Allen Polanski, who won an uncontested race in Ward 4, and to Nancy Bruni, reelected in Ward 6.

Polanski, sworn in by the mayor, said she viewed the unopposed election not as a personal accomplishment but as a “vote of confidence” in the work done for Ward 4. “People want leaders who listen, work hard, and put community first,” Polanski said, thanking staff, volunteers and family.

Judge Richard F. Boulware II administered the oath to Bruni, who told the chamber she was “honored and humbled” to begin another term. Bruni outlined three priorities for the term—housing, livable communities and neighbors supporting one another—and thanked campaign volunteers, staff and family.

During the ceremonial portion, the council also recognized Colin McNaught, principal of Cimarron/Semoran Memorial High School, as the city’s Citizen of the Month. Student leaders and school staff described new career and technical education programs, expanded dual-enrollment classes and a city-supported crossing-guard position the school helped secure. Principal McNaught—introduced by student speakers—said the recognition was an opportunity to “shine a light on the amazing things happening” at the school.

The mayor paused regular business for family photos and presentations and then reconvened the meeting to proceed with the agenda.

No votes were taken as part of the oaths beyond the ceremonial acknowledgments; the council returned later in the agenda to approve routine items and substantive matters.