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The Las Vegas Metropolitan Revolution: a Case Study of Public Policy in the Nevada Legislature UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones 5-1-2020 The Las Vegas Metropolitan Revolution: A Case Study of Public Policy in the Nevada Legislature Caitlin J. Saladino Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalscholarship.unlv.edu/thesesdissertations Part of the Education Commons, Public Administration Commons, and the Public Policy Commons Repository Citation Saladino, Caitlin J., "The Las Vegas Metropolitan Revolution: A Case Study of Public Policy in the Nevada Legislature" (2020). UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones. 3953. http://dx.doi.org/10.34917/19412166 This Dissertation is protected by copyright and/or related rights. It has been brought to you by Digital Scholarship@UNLV with permission from the rights-holder(s). You are free to use this Dissertation in any way that is permitted by the copyright and related rights legislation that applies to your use. For other uses you need to obtain permission from the rights-holder(s) directly, unless additional rights are indicated by a Creative Commons license in the record and/or on the work itself. This Dissertation has been accepted for inclusion in UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones by an authorized administrator of Digital Scholarship@UNLV. For more information, please contact [email protected]. THE LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN REVOLUTION: A CASE STUDY OF PUBLIC POLICY IN THE NEVADA LEGISLATURE By: Caitlin J. Saladino Bachelor of Arts – Communication Studies University of Nevada, Las Vegas 2012 Master of Arts – Communication Studies University of Nevada, Las Vegas 2014 A dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy – Public Affairs School of Public Policy and Leadership Greenspun College of Urban Affairs The Graduate College The University of Nevada, Las Vegas May 2020 Copyright by Caitlin J. Saladino, 2020 All Rights Reserved Dissertation Approval The Graduate College The University of Nevada, Las Vegas December 10, 2019 This dissertation prepared by Caitlin J. Saladino entitled The Las Vegas Metropolitan Revolution: A Case Study of Public Policy in the Nevada Legislature is approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy – Public Affairs School of Public Policy and Leadership Robert Lang, Ph.D. Kathryn Hausbeck Korgan, Ph.D. Examination Committee Chair Graduate College Dean Magdalena Martinez, Ph.D. Examination Committee Member Lawrence Mullen, Ph.D. Examination Committee Member David Damore, Ph.D. Graduate College Faculty Representative ii ABSTRACT The purpose of this qualitative case study is to explain the dynamics of metropolitan policymaking in Las Vegas, Nevada. This study utilizes advocacy coalition framework to show how underlying beliefs among policy actors, and within the coalitions they form, impact decisions made at the level of the Nevada Legislature. As the newest metropolitan region to emerge among the top 30 metros in the United States, a case study exploring Las Vegas offers a unique contribution to existing literature in public policy and urban affairs. In the wake of economic downturn in the Great Recession and the adoption of a new state economic development plan, Las Vegas has begun to embrace a regionalized vision for public policy. And yet for many reasons – the metro region’s differences, density, diversity, and distance from representation – offers a compelling case for the exploration of emerging new regions of the United States. In 2017, the Nevada Legislature took up a particular bill to reform the governance of higher education assets in the state. The resulting policy conflict surrounding the bill reveals important new findings about the nature of policymaking in Nevada. Through comprehensive document analysis, news coverage, and in-depth semi-structured interviews based in advocacy coalition framework, this study explores the deep core beliefs of individuals engaged in the state’s higher education policy landscape. Key themes show regionally based divisions, despite compelling technical evidence to change policy, and cohesive policy coalitions. This study enhances the research literature on higher education governance, state government, and metropolitan policy. The study concludes by offering policy recommendations for improving the state of higher education in Nevada and argues for the importance of metropolitan regionalism in public policy. iii ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This project is dedicated to the incredible individuals at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas who have encouraged me to complete this monumental task. To the UNLV Graduate College, thank you for supporting the dreams and aspirations of graduate students from workshops, certificate programs, scholarships and conference support. Your efforts and engagement with world-class academic faculty members has created the premier graduate education experience in the State of Nevada. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the Grad Rebel family in this chapter of my academic career. To my graduate faculty members at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas: thank you for the encouragement you provided to me. I believe in what you do and have done for the students at this amazing institution of learning. Thank you especially for what you give to the local Las Vegas students who chose UNLV not because it is the university down the street, but because it is a place where students see potential in community engagement, diversity, inclusion, and relevance to the real world. What you did for me, and what you will continue to do for the generations of students that will come after me, is astounding. My sincerest gratitude for being a part of my journey. Special thanks to my colleagues, who have reminded me daily just how important and impactful community-responsive work can be. It has made a huge difference to have a team that supports and believes in the power of good policy: William E. Brown, Jr., Fatma Nasoz, Ashley LeClair, Lauren Fousek, Kaylie Pattni, Deanna Cooper, Kelliann Beavers, Madison Frazee, Ember Smith, Yanneli Llamas, and Mary Blankenship. To my committee members, there are no words to express the amount of gratitude I have for each of you. Dr. Larry Mullen – your kindness toward me and my classmates is more appreciated than you can know. Your genuine compassion toward students and your support in my iv coursework and completion of this project is something for which I am truly grateful. Dr. David Damore – this project is a tribute to your passion for UNLV’s success, and the power of doing work that makes a real difference. My interest in state-level politics will forever be attributed to the lessons you have taught me about research and political science. I consider myself so lucky to have had your guidance from the very beginning of this project. Dr. Magdalena Martinez – it has been an unbelievable honor and privilege to learn from, and work with you for my entire doctoral career. I am in awe of the ways that you lead by example, fiercely advocate for students and citizens, and challenge policy with grace. I will forever look up to you and can never thank you enough for the lessons you have taught me about teaching, research, and life. Dr. Robert Lang – my sincerest gratitude for the simple way that you have believed in me every step of the way. Your mentorship is something I do not take for granted, and your enthusiasm for sensible policy has left an indelible impression on me and the city I love. In our work, I often recall a quote from Steve Jobs’ 2004 commencement address: “work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.” I believe in our work, and I am grateful for the support you have provided to allow me to truly love what I do. Finally, a thank you to Nevada Assemblywoman and Las Vegas City Councilwoman, Olivia Diaz. Thank you for your diligence to steward Assembly Bill 407 through the Nevada Legislature in 2017. I am grateful for your dedication in service to the State and the local Las Vegas community. Without your perseverance, this research project would not exist. v DEDICATION As my time as a student concludes, I dedicate this project to the people who taught me my love of learning and supported me through every step of my 12 years of post-secondary education. To my parents and the finest educators I know, I thank you for being my biggest cheerleaders in every phase of my educational journey from preschool to doctorate. Your patience, understanding, and encouragement have gotten me here. I am honored and humbled to be the first in our family to achieve this milestone. To my siblings, thank you for giving me the opportunity to share alongside your educational successes. Our shared time together at our various schools in Southern Nevada are undoubtedly my favorite years of my own educational journey. Knowing that we are forever Rebel Alumni together is just one more bond I am so grateful we share. And to my partner, Sean: when our paths first crossed in middle school, I am certain neither of us could have dreamed up how far we would go and how much we would achieve with our educational institutions as the backdrop to our story. With the completion of this dissertation, I fulfill the promise we made to build a life greater than we could have ever imagined, and to set a stable foundation for the future and for our family. As this chapter closes, I am confident that this research and our collective work in the community will make Las Vegas a better place to live not just for us, but for every family in the incredible, resilient, and beautiful, bright light city we love.
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