By Steve Sanson
In a recent ruling, a judge determined that Las Vegas owes $30 million in back interest in the ongoing Badlands case. This situation continues to unravel under the watch of Councilwoman Victoria Seaman.
Let’s remember one critical detail: Victoria Seaman ran twice on the promise of fixing the Badlands issue. She is the city councilwoman for Ward 2, where Badlands is located, and this case has become a glaring symbol of failure and mismanagement in her backyard.
The Badlands saga is not just a bureaucratic blunder; it’s a monumental failure of governance.
In the history of Las Vegas, few issues have spiraled into such a financial and political disaster. Despite Seaman’s repeated campaign promises to address and resolve the Badlands debacle, the situation has only worsened under her tenure. This debacle is now marked as possibly the biggest failure in the city’s history, all within Seaman’s ward.
The irony is stark. While Victoria Seaman has been embroiled in not one but two lawsuits against our city, her ward has been left to suffer the consequences of her apparent neglect. These lawsuits, including one for punitive damages, reveal a troubling pattern. Seaman is failing to fulfill her responsibilities to her constituents and is actively working against the city she vowed to serve.
Punitive damages are meant to punish; in this case, Seaman wants to penalize the city she represents. This is not just about financial restitution; it reflects her adversarial stance towards Las Vegas. Her focus seems more aligned with personal vendettas than with the well-being of her ward and the city at large.
As Seaman continues her legal battles, the residents of Ward 2 and the broader Las Vegas community are left to bear the brunt of her failures. The $30 million in back interest is a staggering amount that adds to the already significant financial burden the Badlands case has placed on the city. This money could have improved public services, infrastructure, and community projects. Instead, it is a testament to the mismanagement and unresolved conflicts that have defined Seaman’s tenure.
Victoria Seaman’s approach to governance and handling the Badlands issue disregards her constituents. Her inability to address the problems in her ward, combined with her aggressive legal actions against the city, paints a picture of a councilwoman who is out of touch and out of step with the community’s needs.
The residents of Las Vegas deserve better. They deserve leaders who are committed to solving problems, not creating them. Leaders who work for the betterment of the city, not against it.
Under Seaman’s watch, the ongoing fiasco in Ward 2 is a glaring example of what happens when political promises are broken and personal agendas take precedence over public service.
As we approach the next election, voters must remember the reality of Victoria Seaman’s tenure. They must consider her actions’ impact and the turmoil in Ward 2. This is not just about one case but the broader implications for governance and trust in our elected officials.
We cannot allow someone who has demonstrated such a profound failure in leadership to ascend to a higher office. The role of mayor requires a level of responsibility, dedication, and competence that Seaman has failed to exhibit. Her unhinged tactics, belligerent behavior, and the massive failure in her ward indicate that she is not fit to lead our city.
The message to Victoria Seaman must be unequivocal: enough is enough. The voters of Las Vegas have had it with her ineffective leadership and disruptive actions.
It’s time to hold her accountable for the monumental failures in Ward 2 and ensure that such mismanagement does not extend to the entire city.
In the upcoming elections, let’s send a clear message. Las Vegas deserves leaders who are focused on progress, accountability, and the welfare of their constituents. We cannot afford another term of Victoria Seaman’s failed governance. The future of our city depends on it.
